Snorkel MB26J - Manual (Page 13)

2. Operation & Specifications
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2.3 SAFETY INSPECTION
This Safety Inspection shall be carried out by the owner immediately prior to transporting
this machine.
This Safety Inspection shall also be carried out by the user
prior to use each day.
The procedure is to carry out the following 14 checks in order as follows.
1. Remove the rear chassis covers by means of the two top twist-locks and the two lift-and-
turn catches at the sides. The cover is removed by sliding it backwards and upwards. Use
the central handle provided.
2. Ensure that the mast and jib are fully lowered. Remove the hydraulic oil filler cap and
check that the hydraulic oil level is correct. Oil should be visible on the dip stick. Top up as
necessary using hydraulic oil Viscosity Grade ISO 46.
3. Inspect the chassis area for oil leaks, loose parts, frayed cables and hoses and structural
damage etc. Check that all cable connections to the solenoid valves are intact.
4. Open the Inspection hatches on both sides of the upper mast cover. Check that the AC
mains cable is disconnected from the battery charger. Check the electrolyte level in each
battery cell. Top up as necessary with distilled water only.
5. Use the automated battery top-up system fill the batteries to the correct electrolyte
level. This is done by opening the shut off valve and pressing the green fill button for
approximately 10 seconds, then re-closing the shut-off valve.
Batteries should be examined for cracks, acid leakage and terminal corrosion. Take
corrective action immediately if either check fails.
Figure 3: Battery Fill Button & Valve
BATTERY FILL
BUTTON
SHUT OFF
VALVE
! !
Vehicles fitted with the automated battery top-up system with shut off
valve, top up the battery cells with distilled water using the electrolyte
fill button, ensuring that the shut-off valve is open during the fill and
closed after use.
This is the
only time this valve should be opened.
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