Snorkel Bi-Energy-sn3300 - 4021 - Manual (Page 8)

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Maintenance
Never perform service on the work plat-
form in the elevating assembly area while
platform is elevated without first blocking
the elevating assembly.
DO NOT stand in elevating assembly area
while deploying or storing brace.
Blocking Elevating Assembly (Figure 9)
Installation
1. Park the work platform on firm level ground.
2. Verify platform emergency stop switch is ON.
3. Turn platform/chassis switch to CHASSIS.
4. Elevate platform far enough to allow brace to
be lowered.
5. From the left side of the machine, disengage
the locking pin securing the brace. Rotate the
scissor brace counterclockwise until it is vertical
and between the two scissor center pivots.
6. Slowly lower platform until brace is supporting
the platform.
Removal
1. Using chassis controls, raise platform until the
scissors brace clears the two scissor center
pivots.
2. Rotate scissors brace clockwise until the locking
pin engages. Verify locking pin is engaged.
3. Lower platform completely.
Battery Maintenance
Hazard of explosive gas mixture. Keep
sparks, flame and smoking materials away
from batteries.
Always wear safety glasses when working
with batteries.
Battery fluid is highly corrosive. Rinse
away any spilled fluid thoroughly with
clean water.
Always replace batteries with UpRight
batteries or manufacturer approved re-
placements weighing 120 lbs. (54.4 kg.)
each.
Check battery fluid level daily, especially if work
platform is being used in a warm, dry climate.
If electrolyte level is lower than 3/8 in. (10 mm)
above plates add distilled water only. DO NOT
use tap water with high mineral content it will
shorten battery life.
Keep terminals and tops of batteries clean.
Refer to the Service Manual to extend battery life
and for complete service instructions.
Brace
Lower Scissor
Center Pivot
Locking Pin
Upper Scissor
Center Pivot
Figure 9: Blocking Elevating Assembly