Snorkel Bi-Energy-sn3300 - 4021 - Manual (Page 5)

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Figure 4: Emergency Lowering Knob
After Use Each Day
1. Ensure that the platform is fully lowered.
2. Park the machine on level ground, preferably
under cover, secure against vandals, children
or unauthorized operation.
3. Turn the key switch to OFF and remove the
key to prevent unauthorized operation.
Parking Brake Release (Figure 5)
Perform the following only when the machine will
not operate under its own power and it is neces-
sary to move the machine or when winching onto
a trailer to transport.
Never release brakes if machine is on a
slope. Hook machine to towing vehicle
before releasing brakes.
1. Turn Platform/Chassis/Brake Release switch
to Brake Release position. Alarm will sound.
2. Momentarily push brake Release button.
3. The machine will now roll when pushed or
pulled.
4. For normal operation, turn Platform/Chassis/
Brake Release switch to Platform position.
Never operate work platform with the
parking brakes released. Serious injury or
damage could result.
Travel with Work Platform Elevated
Travel with platform elevated ONLY on firm and
level surfaces.
Note: The work platform will travel at reduced
speed when in the elevated position, and only
when the front axle is parallel with the rear axle.
1. Check that the route is clear of persons, ob-
structions, holes and drop-offs, surface is level
and capable of supporting the wheel loads.
2. Check clearances above, below and to the sides
of platform.
3. Position the drive/lift switch to the DRIVE
position.
4. Push the control lever to FORWARD or RE-
VERSE for the desired direction of travel.
If the machine quits driving and the tilt alarm
sounds, immediately lower the platform and
move the machine to a level location before re-
elevating the platform.
Emergency Lowering
The emergency lowering knob is located at the
front of the machine at the base of the scissor
assembly (Figure 4).
1. Open the emergency lowering valve by pulling
on the knob and holding it.
2. Once the platform is fully lowered, release the
knob to close the valve.
Emergency
Lowering
Knob
Brake
Release
Figure 5: Parking Brake Release Button