Snorkel ULII40-sn21373-21690 - Manual (Page 9)

Pre-Operation Safety Inspection 068017-021 UL25, UL32 & UL40
Operation Manual Page 7
P RE -O PERATION S AFETY I NSPECTION
Figure 4: Hydraulic Reservoir
NOTE: Carefully read, understand and follow all safety rules, operating
instructions, labels and National Safety Instructions/Requirements. Perform the
following steps each day before use.
1. Check that all four (4) outriggers are properly installed.
2. Check that the base is level.
3. AC Units: connect the power unit plug to an approved extension cord.
4. DC Units: Verify that batteries are charged.
5. Perform the Safety Interlock test.
6. Check for external damage to the mast.
7. Check the level of the hydraulic fluid with the platform fully lowered:
• Remove the reservoir cap and check the fluid level on the dipstick.
• Add hydraulic fluid if necessary.
8. Check that fluid level in the batteries is correct. See “Battery Mainte-
nance” on page 13.
9. Check that all guardrails are in place and all fasteners are properly
tightened.
10. Inspect the machine thoroughly for cracked welds and structural dam-
age, loose or missing hardware, hydraulic leaks, damaged control cable, and loose wire connections.
S YSTEM F UNCTION I NSPECTION
Refer to Figure 2: “Controls and Indicators,” on page 5 for the locations of various controls and indicators.
W A R N I N G ! !
STAND CLEAR of the work platform while performing the following checks.
Check above the work platform for obstructions and electrical conductors.
NOTE: The platform will not elevate unless all four outriggers are properly installed with screwjack pads firmly in
contact with floor and each outrigger indicator lamp lit.
P ERFORM ALL TESTS FROM THE GROUND
1. Pull the Chassis Emergency Stop Switch to the ON position.
2. Turn the Key to ON.
3. Pull the Platform Emergency Stop Switch to the ON position.
4. Push both the middle and top buttons (POWER and UP) on the Control Box at the same time to elevate
the platform. Release the buttons to stop.
5. Push both the middle and bottom buttons (POWER and DOWN) at the same time to lower the platform.
Release the buttons to stop.
6. Open the Emergency Lowering Valve to verify proper operation.
7. Push the Chassis Emergency Stop Switch to verify proper operation. All machine functions should be
disabled. Pull out the Chassis Emergency Stop Switch to resume.
8. Push the Platform Emergency Stop Switch to verify proper operation. All machine functions should be
disabled. Pull out the Platform Emergency Stop Switch to resume.
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1 Hydraulic Reservoir
2. Reservoir Cap/Dipstick
3. Motor (AC Shown)
4. Mast