Snorkel M1230E - Manual (Page 11)

Page 7 Operation Manual
OPERATION
Before operating the machine, ensure that the Pre-Operation Safety Inspection has been completed and
that any deficiencies have been corrected.
Never operate a damaged or malfunctioning machine. The
operator must be thoroughly trained on this machine.
TRAVEL WITH PLATFORM LOWERED
1. Check that the route is clear of people, obstructions, holes and drop-offs, is level and is capable of
supporting wheel loads.
2. Verify that the Chassis Key Switch is turned to Platform Control and the Chassis Emergency Stop
Switch is ON, (pull button out).
3. After mounting the platform, Ensure Gates close behind you.
4. Check clearances above, below and to the sides of the machine.
5. Pull the Controller Emergency Stop switch up to the ON position.
6. Select DRIVE mode.
7. While depressing the Joystick Interlock Switch, slowly push or pull the Joystick to FORWARD or
REVERSE position to travel in the desired direction. The farther you push or pull the Joystick from
center the faster the machine will travel.
STEERING
NOTE: Steering is not self-centering. Wheels must be returned to straight ahead position by
operating the Steering Switch.
1. Select DRIVE mode.
2. While depressing the Interlock Switch, push the Steering Switch to RIGHT or LEFT to turn the wheels
in the desired direction. Observe the tires while maneuvering the machine to ensure proper direction.
ELEVATING PLATFORM
1. Select LIFT mode.
2. While depressing the Joystick Interlock Switch, push Joystick forward to UP, the farther you push the
Joystick the faster the Platform will elevate.
3. If the machine is not level the Tilt Alarm will sound and the machine will not lift or drive. If the Tilt alarm
sounds the platform must be lowered and the machine moved to a level location before attempting to
re-elevate the Platform.
TRAVEL WITH PLATFORM ELEVATED
NOTE: The machine will travel at reduced speed when the platform is elevated.
1. Check that the route is clear of persons, obstructions, holes and drop-offs, is level and capable of
supporting the wheel loads.
2. Check clearances above, below and to the sides of the platform.
3. With the Machine elevated above 500mm Select DRIVE mode.
4. While depressing the Joystick Interlock Switch, push Joystick to FORWARD or REVERSE for desired
direction of travel.
5. If the machine is not level the Tilt Alarm will sound and the machine will not lift or drive. If the Tilt alarm
sounds the platform must be lowered and the machine moved to a level location before attempting to
re-elevate the Platform.
LOWERING PLATFORM
1. Select LIFT mode.
2. While depressing the Joystick Interlock Switch, pull back on the Joystick.
Operation