Snorkel LX50-sn4022+ - Manual (Page 13)

Towing or Winching 067903-004R1 LX Series Work Platform
Operator Manual Page 11
T OWING OR W INCHING
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 transport vehicle (see “Transporting Work Platform” on
page 13).
C A U T I O N
DO NOT tow or winch the machine faster than 0,3 m/s (1 ft./s). Faster speeds will damage drive
components and void the warranty.
P A R K I N G B R A K E R E L E A S E
Figure 8: Parking Brake Release Pump
W A R N I N G ! !
Never operate the work platform with the parking brakes
released. Serious injury or damage could result.
Never release the brakes if the machine is on a slope.
Chock the wheels before releasing the parking brakes.
Hook the machine to a towing vehicle before releasing
the parking brakes.
1. Close the needle valve by turning the knob clock-
wise.
2. Pump the brake release pump until the parking brakes release and the wheels can be turned.
3. The machine will now roll when pushed or pulled.
4. Be sure to open the needle valve and verify that the parking brakes have engaged before the machine is
operated.
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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.