Snorkel MB26J User Manual
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2. Operation & Specifications
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2.5 TRANSPORTATION
MACHINE WEIGHTS
Before transporting or lifting the MB20/26J machine be aware of its weight. It is very
important to realise that the centre of gravity of the stowed machine is approximately
80 cm above ground and in the plane of the energy chain which is located on the back of
the mast.
MB20J CE Version =
2590 kg
MB20J US Version =
3012 kg
(6640 lbs)
MB26J CE Version =
2660 kg
MB26J US Version =
3175 kg
(7000 lbs)
In cases of particular difficulties with lifting or shipping it is possible to remove the single
block ballast from the machine. Remove the 13 screws connecting the ballast cover to the
mast. Undo the 4 bolts connecting the ballast to the mast and use a forklift to remove the
ballast block. The ballast block weighs 600 kg on MB20J, 460 kg on MB26J ( CE version )
and 1300kg on the US (ANSI) version.
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This work must not be carried out without the prior written permission
of Snorkel.
W A R N I N G
LIFTING BY FORK-LIFT
Forklifting is for transport only.
See machine weights and ensure
that the forklift is of adequate capacity.
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D A N G E R
Figure 3: Lifting by Forklift
Adjust the forks so that the minimum
clearance between them is 800mm as
shown.
Approach the machine from either side
but place the fork as close as possible to
the front wheel as shown.
800mm
Front