Snorkel SB126J - Manual (Page 23)

SB126J – 0192278 17
The aerial platform is equipped with several gauges to
monitor the condition of the machine before and during
operation.
Hour Meter
The hour meter is located on the lower control panel
(refer to Figure 5.1). It measures the accumulated engine
operating time.
Figure 5.1 – Lower Controls
Engine Temperature Gauge
The temperature gauge is located on the lower control
panel (refer to Figure 5.1). The gauge displays the
temperature of the water and antifreeze mixture in the
engine block.
Ammeter
The ammeter is located on the lower control panel (refer
to Figure 5.1). The ammeter displays the level of current
fl ow from the alternator to the batteries.
After the engine has been running for a few minutes
under normal operating conditions, the ammeter gauge
indicator should read approximately “0.”
Engine Air Filter Gauge
The air fi lter gauge (refer to Figure 5.2) is located above
the lower control panel. The gauge measures the air
pressure between the intake manifold and the air fi lter.
Figure 5.2 – Air Filter Gauge
The yellow indicator disk inside the sight glass stays at
its highest level when the engine is turned off.
When the yellow indicator disk reaches the red area,
it’s time to change the fi lter element. After changing the
fi lter, press the reset button to reset the indicator disk
to the bottom of the sight glass.
Fuel
The fuel tank is translucent. The amount of fuel in the
tank can be gauged by raising the door on the right
rear of the machine (refer to Figure 5.3) and looking at
the tank.
Figure 5.3 – Fuel Tank
Note
Do not run a diesel fuel tank empty. Air in the fuel line
makes the engine hard to start.
Chapter 5 – Gauges and Displays
Fuel Tank
Hour Meter
Engine
Temperature
Gauge
Ammeter
Air Filter Gauge
Reset Button