Snorkel MX19-sn20000-20599ANSI - Manual (Page 10)

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Operation
E L E V A T I N G T H E P L A T F O R M
1. Locate a firm, level surface.
2. Turn the Drive/Lift Switch to LIFT.
3. While engaging the Interlock Switch, push the Control Handle forward.
4. 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 firm, level surface before
attempting to elevate the platform.
NOTE: Depression Mechanism Supports will deploy automatically as the platform elevates and will retract after the
platform has been lowered completely and driven.
T R A V E L W I T H T H E P L A T F O R M E L E V A T E D
NOTE: The machine will travel at reduced speed when the platform is elevated.
1. Check that the route is clear of surface hazards such as holes, drop-offs, bumps, curbs, or debris.
2. Check that the route is level, and is capable of supporting the wheel loads.
3. Check clearances above, below, and to the sides of platform.
4. Turn the Drive/Lift Switch to DRIVE.
5. Engage the Interlock Switch and move the Control Handle to FORWARD or REVERSE to travel in the
desired direction. The speed of the machine will vary depending on how far from center the Control
Handle is moved.
6. 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 firm, level surface before
attempting to elevate the platform.
L O W E R I N G T H E P L A T F O R M
1. Turn the Drive/Lift Switch to LIFT.
2. Check around the base of the platform to ensure that no one is in contact with the machine. Engage the
Interlock Switch and pull back on the Control Handle to lower the platform.