Snorkel S2633 User Manual
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7 O
PERATION
P
ARKING
B
RAKE
R
ELEASE
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 the Machine”).
W A R N I N G
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!
NEVER winch or move the machine faster than 0,3 m/sec. (1 ft./sec.).
NEVER operate the machine with the parking brakes released. Serious injury or damage could result.
DO NOT release the parking brakes if the machine is on a slope.
The parking brakes are integral to the drive motors. Each drive motor has two brake release screws.
Release and engage the parking brakes one wheel at a time. Turn the brake release screws in stages (½
turn at a time) to prevent possible binding of the brake mechanism.
Figure 6: Parking Brake Release
R
ELEASE
THE
P
ARKING
B
RAKE
The front wheel motors each have two
brake release nuts.
IMPORTANT: Turn the nuts alternately in ½
turn increments to insure uniform
adjustment and prevent binding.
1. Chock the rear wheels to prevent the
machine from rolling.
2. Using a 5mm Allen Key, remove the two
G1/8 plugs from the motor body turning
counter-clockwise.
3. Using a 5mm Allen Key turn the inner
G1/8 plug as far as possible in a
clockwise direction.
4. The brake is released.
C A U T I O N
To avoid confusion, the outer plugs should
not be replaced before the braking function is re-instated.
E
NGAGE
THE
P
ARKING
B
RAKE
1. Chock the rear wheels to prevent the machine from rolling.
2. Using a 5mm Allen Key turn the inner G1/8 plug as far as possible in the counter-clockwise direction.
3. Fit the two outer G1/8 plugs then, using the 5mm Allen Key, screw in clockwise until tight.
A
F T E R
U
S E
E
A C H
D
A Y
1. Ensure that the platform is fully lowered.
2. Park the machine on a firm, level surface, preferably under cover, secure against vandals, children and
unauthorized operation.
3. Turn the Chassis Key Switch to OFF and remove the key to prevent unauthorized operation.
1. Motor Mount
2. Drive Motor
3. G1/8 Plugs
4. Wheel