Snorkel Bi-Energy-sn1879-4274 - Manual (Page 6)

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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 then only when
the front axle is parallel with the rear axle.
1. Check that the route is clear of persons, obstruc-
tions, 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 REVERSE
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.
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 unautho-
rized 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 necessary 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 the 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.
Never operate work platform with the parking
brakes released. Serious injury or damage could
result.
Figure 4: Emergency Lowering Knob
Emergency
Lowering
Knob
Figure 5: Parking Brake Release
Brake Release
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