Snorkel XRT33-sn2300+ANSI - Manual (Page 6)

Page 6 XRT Work Platform
S TEERING
1. Turn the Lift/Drive switch to DRIVE.
2. Engage the Interlock Switch, push the Steering Switch RIGHT or LEFT to turn the wheels in
the desired direction. Observe the tires while operating the machine to ensure proper direc-
tion.
NOTE: Steering is not self-centering. Wheels must be returned to the straight ahead
position by operating the Steering Switch.
E LEVATING THE P LATFORM
1. Select a firm, level surface.
2. Turn the Lift/Drive Switch to LIFT.
3. Engage the Interlock Switch and push the Control Handle forward.
4. If the machine is not level the tilt alarm will sound and the machine will not lift or drive. If the tilt
alarm sounds the platform must be lowered and the machine moved to a firm level sur-
face before attempting to re-elevate the platform.
T RAVEL WITH W ORK P LATFORM E LEVATED
NOTE: The machine will travel at reduced speed when the platform is elevated.
1. Check that the route is clear of obstacles (persons, obstructions, holes, drop-offs, bumps, and
debris), is level, and capable of supporting the wheel loads.
2. Check clearances above, below and to the sides of platform.
3. Turn the Lift/Drive Switch to DRIVE.
4. Engage the Interlock Switch and move the Control Handle to FORWARD or REVERSE to
travel in the desired direction. The speed of the machine will vary depending on how far from
center the Control Handle is moved.
5. If the machine is not level the tilt alarm will sound and the machine will not lift or drive. If the tilt
alarm sounds the platform must be lowered and the machine moved to a firm, level sur-
face before attempting to re-elevate the platform.