Snorkel S2033 - Manual (Page 17)

■ Emergency Lowering Handle
The emergency lowering handle may be used to
manually lower the platform if there is a
malfunction in the hydraulic or electrical system.
The handle (refer to Figure 4.5) is mounted at the
front of the aerial platform.
Figure 4.5—Emergency Lowering Handle
The emergency lowering handle may be used to
lower the scissors arms onto the safety prop
before inspecting the machine.
■ Safety Prop
The safety prop (refer to Figure 4.6) is used to
support the scissors structure when access to the
scissors arm components or the chassis is
required. Always use the safety prop when the
platform is raised during inspection and
maintenance.
Figure 4.6—Safety Prop
Pinch points exist on the scissors structure.
Death or serious injury can result if the
scissors structure drops onto personnel
working within the scissors arms or under the
raised platform. Properly position the safety
prop before reaching through the scissors
structure.
When inspecting or servicing the aerial platform
with the platform raised, use the following
procedure to properly position the safety prop.
1. Remove all tools and material from the
platform.
2. Using the lower controls, raise the platform
until the open height between the arm center
pins is approximately 24
″
(refer to Figure 4.6).
3. Swing the safety prop upward from the
storage position to the support position.
4. Remove hands and arms from the scissors
structure area.
5. Lower the platform until the scissors are
supported by the safety prop.
Use the following procedure to stow the safety
prop.
1. Using the lower controls, raise the platform
until the open height between the arm center
pins is approximately 24
″
.
2. Swing the safety prop down to the stowed
position.
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Chapter 4. Safety Devices
DANGER
Safety Prop
24"
Emergency
Lowering Handle