Snorkel S2632E-sn000000 - Manual (Page 17)

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Transporting the Machine
• S1930E and S1932E machines – push downward on
the lever to lower the platform.
• S2632E machines – pull outward on the handle to
lower the platform.
4. Make certain the lever/handle is fully released and
the emergency lowering valve is fully closed before
operating the aerial platform.
Transporting the Machine
Preparing for Transportation
Use the following procedure to prepare the aerial platform
for transportation.
1. Remove any unnecessary tools, materials, or other
loose objects from the platform.
2. Close and latch the battery trays and cowling doors.
Transporting
The aerial platform may be moved on a transport vehicle.
Depending on the particular situation, the aerial platform
may be lifted with a forklift, driven, winched, or hoisted
onto a vehicle such as a truck or trailer. Lifting with a
forklift is the preferred method.
The equipment used to load, unload, and transport the
aerial platform must have adequate capacity. The empty
vehicle weight is listed in “Specifications” on pages 20-22
and is stamped on the serial number placard.
The user assumes all responsibility for:
• Choosing the proper method of transportation.
• Choosing the proper selection and use of transportation
and tie-down devices.
• Making sure the equipment used is capable of
supporting the weight of the aerial platform.
• Making sure all manufacturer’s instructions and
warnings, regulations and safety rules of their
employer, the DOT, and/or any other state or federal
law are followed.
Lifting With a Forklift
Use the following procedure to lift the aerial platform with
a forklift.
1. Properly stow the aerial platform.
2. Remove all personnel, tools, materials, or other loose
objects from the platform.
3. If lifting from the rear of the machine, insert the forklift
forks into the pockets.
Caution
Lifting the aerial platform with the forklift forks
positioned improperly can produce enough force
to damage machine components. When lifting the
machine from the side, place the forklift forks directly
under the designated lift points.
4. If lifting from either side of the machine, place the
forklift forks directly under the designated points
under the pothole protector skid.
5. Do not raise the aerial platform higher than necessary
to transport it. Drive the forklift slowly and carefully
when transporting the aerial platform.
Winching
Use a winch to load and unload the aerial platform on
ramps that exceed the gradeability specification for the
machine. Refer to “Specifications” pages 20-22. A winch
may also be used when poor traction, uneven surfaces,
or stepped ramp transition make driving hazardous.
Use the following procedure to winch the aerial platform
onto the transport vehicle.
1. Position the transport vehicle so the aerial platform
will not roll forward after it is loaded.
2. Remove any unnecessary tools, materials, or other
loose objects from the platform.
3. Drive the machine to the foot of the loading ramp
with the front wheels nearest the ramp. Make sure
the machine is centered with the ramps and that the
steering wheels are straight.
4. Properly stow the aerial platform.
Warning
The aerial platform is free to move when the brakes
are released. Death or serious injury can result.
Re-enable the brakes before operating the aerial
platform.
5. Chock the wheels to prevent uncontrolled motion of
the aerial platform.
6. Unlatch and swing out the hydraulic tray on the right
side of the chassis. The brake release valve, pump,
and free-wheeling valves are located on the hydraulic
manifold. Press downward on the brake release valve
to the fully open position.
7. Turn the free-wheeling valve counterclockwise to
the fully open position. Push and release the brake
release pump knob several times to release the
brakes.
8. Attach the winch line to the tie-down lugs on the front
of the chassis.