Snorkel SL20-sn9300+ - Manual (Page 6)

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SL20
T RAVEL W ITH P LATFORM E LEVATED
NOTE: The machine will travel at reduced speed when the platform is elevated.
1. Check that the route is clear of obstacles (persons, obstructions, holes, drop-offs, bumps, and
debris), is level, and is capable of supporting the wheel loads.
2. Check clearances above, below and to the sides of platform.
3. Turn Drive/Lift Switch to DRIVE.
4. Hold in 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.
5. 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 sur-
face before attempting to re-elevate the platform.
L OWERING P LATFORM
1. Turn Drive/Lift Switch to LIFT.
2. Hold in the Interlock Switch and pull back on the Control Handle to lower the platform. The
Platform will descend to the Loading Clearance Height, then stop. Check around the base of
the platform to ensure that no one is in contact with the machine.
3. Press the Loading Clearance Lowering Switch and pull back on the Control Handle to lower
platform completely.
E
MERGENCY
L
OWERING
The Emergency Lowering Valve Knob is located at the front of the chassis (Figure 2).
1. Open the Emergency Lowering Valve by pulling and holding the knob.
2. To close, release the knob. The platform will not elevate if the Emergency Lowering Valve is
open.
A
FTER
U
SE
E
ACH
D
AY
1. Ensure that the platform is fully lowered.
2. Park the machine on a firm, level surface, preferably under cover, secure against vandals, chil-
dren, and unauthorized operation.
3. Turn the key switch to OFF and remove the key to prevent unauthorized operation.
This machine is not insulated. Follow your national safety standards and maintain the
required safety distance when working near energized equipment.
W A R N I N G ! !
If the platform should fail to lower, NEVER climb down the elevating assembly.
THIS MACHINE IS
NOT INSULATED.
Electrocution Hazard