Snorkel SL30RT-sn13300+ - Manual (Page 4)

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Raising and Lowering The Platform
1. Position the Drive/Lift Switch to LIFT.
2. While holding the Control Lever so the Inter-
lock Lever is depressed, push the Control
Lever slowly to UP to raise the platform. Push-
ing the Control Lever farther increases the lift
speed.
3. When the work task is completed, position the
Drive/Lift Switch to LIFT and lower the platform
by pulling back on the Control Lever until the
platform is fully lowered.
Travel With Work Platform Elevated
Travel with platform elevated ONLY on firm and
level surfaces.
NOTE: The Work Platform will travel at reduced
speed when in the elevated position.
1. Check that the route is clear of persons,
obstructions, holes and drop-offs, is level and
capable of supporting the wheel loads.
2. Check clearances above, below and to the
sides of platform.
3. Position the Drive/Lift Switch to the DRIVE
position.
4. Push the Control Lever to FORWARD or
REVERSE for the desired direction of travel.
If the machine quits driving and the Tilt Alarm
sounds, immediately lower the platform and
move the machine to a level location before re-
elevating the platform.
Emergency Lowering
The Emergency Lowering Valve is located on
the left hand side of the chassis through the
cutout in the Control Module cover.
1. Open the Emergency Lowering Valve by
pushing in and turning the knob counterclock-
wise approximately ¼ turn, the knob will pop
out, disengaging detent.
2. Once the platform is fully lowered, be certain
that the Emergency Lowering Valve is closed
again. The platform will not elevate if the
Emergency Lowering Valve has not been
closed.
3. To close the Emergency Lowering Valve, push
the knob in and turn approximately ¼ turn
clockwise until the detent engages.
Switching Fuels (Gas / Propane Only)
1. With engine running push the Fuel Selector
Switch (Figure 1) to the center position.
2. After the engine has quit running select the
appropriate fuel supply.
3. Restart the engine.
Figure 3: Brake Release Pump
After Use Each Day
1. Ensure that the platform is fully lowered.
2. Park the machine on level ground, preferably
under cover, secure against vandals, children
or unauthorized operation.
3. Turn the Key Switch to OFF and remove the
key to prevent unauthorized operation.
Parking Brake Release (Figure 3)
Perform the following only when the machine will
not operate under its own power and it is neces-
sary to move the machine or when towing the
machine up a grade or winching onto a trailer to
transport.
1. Close the needle valve by turning the knob
clockwise.
2. Pump the Brake Release Pump until the Parking
Brakes release and the wheels can be turned.
3. The machine will now roll when pushed or
pulled.
4. Be sure to open the needle valve and verify
that the Parking Brakes have engaged before
the machine is operated.
Never operate work platform with the
Parking Brakes inoperative. Serious injury
or damage could result.
Never tow faster than 1 ft./sec. (.3 m/sec).
Pump
Needle Valve
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Note:
Labels
can
be
ordered
by
using
Part
Number
located
by
each
label.
For
m
achines
equipped
with
options
consult
Service
Manual.
SL-26/30 RT LABEL INSTALLATION: THESE LABELS SHALL BE PRESENT AND IN GOOD
CONDITION BEFORE OPERATING THE WORK PLATFORM. BE SURE TO READ, UNDER-
STAND AND FOLLOW THESE LABELS WHEN OPERATING THE WORK PLATFORM.
061205-000 1-REQUIRED
061220-002 1-REQUIRED
SL30RT 101250-008 1-REQUIRED SL26RT 101250-008 1-REQUIRED
065791-000 1-REQUIRED
061515-000 1-REQUIRED
066562-000 1-REQUIRED
064421-000 1-REQUIRED
064414-000 1-REQUIRED
063423-000 1-REQUIRED
066555-000 2-REQUIRED
062524-001 1-REQUIRED
066568-000 1-REQUIRED
066552-000 1-REQUIRED
060197-000 1-REQUIRED
027898-000 1-REQUIRED
(DIESEL
ONLY)
064166-000 1-REQUIRED (GASOLINE
ONLY)
010076-001 1-REQUIRED
066550-004 1-REQUIRED
066554-000 1-REQUIRED
066563-000 1-REQUIRED
030624-024 1-REQUIRED
101252-012 2-REQUIRED