Snorkel AB80J - Manual (Page 25)

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Lower Controls
The lower controls (refer to Figure 6.2) are located on the
left side of the turntable. Boom and platform functions can
be operated from the lower controls. The following are
located on the lower control panel.
• Start switch
• Emergency stop button
• Controls selector switch
• Ground operation switch
• Rotation switch
• Riser switch
• Boom elevation switch
• Boom extension switch
• Boom speed knob
• Jib rotation switch – AB85RJ only
• Jib articulation switch
• Platform level switch
• Platform rotation switch
• Engine/Emergency power switch
• Engine speed switch
• Fuel switch (dual fuel machines)
• Manifold air inlet heater (option for Deutz engines)
• Hydraulic system warm-up switch (option)
Start Switch
The start switch (refer to Figure 6.2) works like an auto-
mobile ignition switch. Hold it in the start position until the
engine starts, then release it to on. If the engine dies, the
key must be turned to off before it will go back to start.
An alarm sounds, when the switch is turned on, to warn
others that the machine engine is being started.
Emergency Stop Button
The emergency stop (refer to Figure 6.2) is a two-position,
red push button. Push the button in to disconnect power to
all control circuits. Pull the button out to restore power.
Controls Selector Switch
Use the controls switch (refer to Figure 6.2) to select
between lower control and upper control operation. Place
the switch in the upward position to operate the aerial
platform from the upper controls and in the downward
position for lower controls operation.
Ground Operation Switch
Hold the ground operation switch (refer to Figure 6.2)
upward continually to operate the machine from the
lower controls. The engine speed increases when the
switch is held upward. This switch is spring returned to
the off position.
Rotation Switch
The rotation switch (refer to Figure 6.2) is used to rotate
the turntable in a clockwise or counterclockwise direction.
The switch is spring returned to the center off position.
Hold the switch to the right to rotate the turntable coun-
terclockwise. Hold the switch to the left to rotate the
turntable clockwise.
Chapter 6 – Controls
Danger
Pinch points may exist between moving components.
Death or serious injury can result from becoming
trapped between components, buildings, structures,
or other obstacles. Make sure all personnel stand
clear while operating the aerial platform.
Controls to position the platform are located on the lower
control panel on the turntable and on the upper control
panel in the platform. Drive controls are located on the
upper control panel only.
Battery Disconnect Switch
The battery disconnect is located behind the door on the
right side of the turntable in front of the batteries (refer
to Figure 6.1).
Figure 6.1 – Battery Disconnect Switch
The battery disconnect removes electrical power from all
electrically controlled functions when in the off position.
Place the switch in the on position to electrically connect
the battery to the electrical system.
Caution
Only authorized personnel should operate the aerial
platform. Unqualified personnel may cause injury
to coworkers or property damage. Lock the battery
disconnect switch in the off position before leaving
the aerial platform unattended.
Lock the battery disconnect switch in the off position to
prevent unauthorized use of the aerial platform.
Battery Disconnect Switch