Snorkel MB26-sn435-999 - Manual (Page 7)

1. Introduction
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1. Introduction
1.1 INTRODUCTION
PURPOSE & LIMITATIONS
This Service & Parts Manual is designed to provide instructions and illustrations for the safe
operation and maintenance of the MB20N & MB26 Work Platform manufactured by Upright
Powered Access Ltd. The purpose of this machine is to provide fast and safe DO NOT use
on soft ground or on slopes greater than 2 degrees.
DO NOT use the lifting mechanism to raise or lower goods or persons except within the
cage and subject to the weight limitations.
DO NOT enter the platform from a structure, rack or other platform.
SCOPE
This manual includes the procedures and responsibilities for the inspection, transportation,
safe operation, maintenance, and repair of this product. The Maintenance Section within
the Parts & Service Manual also covers preventative maintenance and troubleshooting.
SPECIAL INFORMATION
Throughout this manual the users attention is drawn to these special warning boxes:
D A N G E R
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, will result in severe injury or death
W A R N I N G
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in severe injury or death.
C A U T I O N
Indicates a potentially hazardous sit uation which, if
not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
1.2 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The MB20N/26 are self propelled, fast acting aerial work platforms, designed to raise two
operators with hand tools to a platform floor height of 6.00 m and 7.76 m respectively.
The accessible height is approximately 2.00 m above these figures. It is designed to travel
with safe working load and work tools up to an upper limit, See table on page 2-18 / 2-19.
The unit offers the ability to reach over obstacles but must be used on firm and level ground
at all times.