Snorkel TM12-sn54000+CE - Manual (Page 12)

Page 8 Operation Manual
Emergency Lowering Valve
EMERGENCY LOWERING
Operation
If the platform should fail to lower, NEVER climb down the elevating assembly.
Stand clear of the elevating assembly while operating the Emergency Lowering Valve Knob.
Figure 4: Emergency Lowering Valve
Ask a person on the ground to open the Emergency
Lowering Valve to lower the platform. The Emergency
Lowering Valve is located at the front of the chassis.
1. Open the Emergency Lowering Valve by pulling the
knob out.
2. To close, release the knob.
NOTE: The platform will not elevate if the Emergency
Lowering Valve is open.
PARKING BRAKE RELEASE
Perform the following procedure 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.
Figure 5: Parking Brake Release
1. Remove 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. Ensure Drive / Steer wheels are clear of the ground.
2. Operate drive (fwd or rev), Assistance will be required
to complete this process.
3. Adjust Spring compression nut until spring fully
compressed.
4. Restore machine to its original position.
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W A R N I N G
Never tow faster than 0,3 m/sec. (1 ft./sec.). Never operate the machine with the parking brakes
released. Serious injury or damage could result.
AFTER USE EACH DAY
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.
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W A R N I N G
Spring
Compression
Nut