Snorkel TM12-sn5000-7351 - Manual (Page 5)

Page 5 TM12 Work Platform
L OWERING P LATFORM
1. Turn the Drive/Lift Switch to LIFT.
2. Check around the base of the platform to ensure that no one is in contact with the machine.
Engage the Interlock Switch and pull back on the Control Handle to lower the platform.
E MERGENCY L OWERING
Figure 4: Emergency Lowering Valve
The Emergency Lowering Valve is located
through a hole on the right side of the
machine. (See Figure 4)
1. Open the Emergency Lowering Valve by
pushing in on the Knob and turning ¼ turn
counterclockwise.
2. To close, push in on the knob and turn ¼
turn clockwise until the detent engages.
NOTE: The platform will not elevate if the
Emergency Lowering Valve is open.
P ARKING B RAKE R ELEASE
Figure 5: Parking Brake Adjustment
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 trailer to transport.
1. Loosen the spring compression
nut so the spring is loose and the
brake bars are away from the
tires.
2. The machine will now roll when
pushed or pulled.
After moving the machine and before
normal operation:
1. Tighten the spring compression
nut until the spring measures 8¾”-9” (22,8 cm-22,8 cm) in length, verify that the brake bars
have fully engaged the tires before the machine is operated.
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,
children and unauthorized operation.
3. Turn the Key Switch to OFF and remove the key to prevent unauthorized operation.
W A R N I N G ! !
If the platform should fail to lower, NEVER climb down the elevating assembly.
Stay clear of the elevating assembly while operating the Emergency Lowering Valve.
Emergency Lowering Valve
W A R N I N G ! !
Never tow faster than 1 ft./sec. (0,3m/sec.).
Never operate work platform with the Parking Brakes released. Serious injury
or damage could result.
Spring
Compression
Nut
8¾” - 9”