Snorkel X Series-sn6013-15019 - Manual (Page 3)

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Introduction
This manual covers all european models of the X-Series Work
Platforms. This manual must be stored on the machine at all
times.
Pre-Operation and Safety
Inspection
Read, understand and follow all safety rules and operat-
ing instructions and then perform the following steps
each day before use.
1. Open modules and inspect for damage, oil leaks or miss-
ing parts.
2. Check the level of the hydraulic oil with the platform fully
lowered. Open the Left Module and remove the reservoir
cap, oil should be visible in the filler screen. Add ISO #46
hydraulic oil if necessary.
3. Check that fluid level in the batteries is correct
(See Battery Maintenance, Page 8).
4. Verify batteries are charged.
5. Check that A.C. extension cord has been disconnected
from charger.
6. Check that all guardrails are in place, the Slide out Deck
Extension is secured with the pin and all fasteners are
properly tightened.
7. Carefully inspect the entire work platform for damage
such as cracked welds or structural members, loose or
missing parts, oil leaks, damaged cables or hoses, loose
connections damaged or missing labels, and tire dam-
age.
8. Move machine, if necessary, to unobstructed area to
allow for full elevation.
9. Turn Chassis and Platform Emergency Stop Switches ON
(Figure 1 & 2) by pulling the button out.
10. Turn the Chassis Key Switch (Figure 1) to CHASSIS.
11. Push Chassis Lift Switch (Figure 1) to UP position and
fully elevate platform.
12. Visually inspect the elevating assembly, lift cylinder, cables
and hoses for damage or erratic operation. Check for miss-
ing or loose parts.
13. Verify that the Pot Hole Protection Supports have rotated
into position under each module.
14. Partially lower the platform by pushing Chassis Lift
Switch to DOWN, and check operation of the audible
lowering alarm.
15. Open the Chassis Emergency Lowering Valve (Figure 3)
to check for proper operation by pulling and holding the
knob out. Once the platform is fully lowered, close the
valve by releasing the knob.
16. Turn the Chassis Key Switch to DECK.
17. Close and latch the module doors.
18. Check that route is clear of persons, obstructions, holes
and drop-offs, is level and capable of supporting the
wheel loads.
19. Turn the Controller Key Switch to ON.
20. Unhook Controller from guardrail. Firmly grasp Controller
while performing the following checks from the ground.
STAND CLEAR of the work platform while perform-
ing the following checks.
Protect control console cable from possible damage
while performing checks.
21. Pull Emergency Stop Button out to the ON position.
22. Position Function Switch to DRIVE. For 20W, 26, and 32
models, use both HI and LOW drive when performing
step 22.
23. Grasp the Control Lever so the Interlock Lever is de-
pressed (releasing the Interlock Lever cuts power to
Controller), slowly position the Control Lever to FOR-
WARD then REVERSE to check for speed and directional
control. The farther you push or pull the Control Lever
from center the faster the machine will travel.
24. Push Steering Switch RIGHT then LEFT to check for
steering function.
25. Push in the Emergency Stop Switch Button.
26. Rehook Controller on side guardrail.
Figure 1: Chassis, Left Side
Pot Hole Protection
Support
Key Switch Chassis Lift
Switch
Chassis
Emergency
Stop Switch
Hourmeter
(Optional)
Control Fuse
Figure 2: Controller
Function
Switch
Emergency
Stop Switch
Interlock
Lever
Control Lever
Steering
Switch
Key
Switch