Snorkel S2033CE - Manual (Page 39)

Chapter 9 – Operation
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Note
Holding the steer switch down too long may result in a
sharp turn. This is especially true when driving and steer-
ing at the same time. It may be easier to turn the wheels
in small increments using a series of quick taps on the
steer switch.
2. Set the steer wheels straight ahead after completing
a turn. The steering wheels are not self-centering.
Platform
Use care when entering and exiting the platform to avoid
slipping and/or falling. Fully lower the gravity gate when
the platform is occupied.
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Danger
The potential for an accident increases when the
swing-down rails are lowered. Death or serious in-
jury can result from such accidents. Do not elevate
the platform with the swing-down rails lowered.
Be sure the swing-down rails are up and the pins are all
installed, anytime the machine is not being transported.
Raising and Lowering
The platform can be raised at three different speeds de-
pending on how far the joystick is moved. The three speed
ranges are separated by detents that can be felt as the
joystick is moved from neutral.There is only one lowering
speed.
1. Place the drive/lift selector switch (refer to Figure 9.2)
in the lift position.
2. Squeeze and hold the interlock switch against the
joystick.
• To raise the platform, slowly pull the joystick back
until the desired speed is reached.
• To lower the platform, slowly push the joystick for-
ward.
Lowering Interrupt
When the platform is lowered to about 1.5 m (5 ′) lowering
stops. The platform will not lower for five seconds regard-
less of the joystick position.
Center the joystick in neutral to reset the lowering func-
tion, then continue to lower the platform.
Overload Protection
When the load in the platform is near or at rated capac-
ity, an alarm will sound and the red light on the upper
controls (refer to Figure 9.3) will flash.
Figure 9.3 – Upper Controls
The alarm and light warn the operator that the platform is
close to becoming overloaded. All functions remain fully
operational.
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Danger
The aerial platform can tip over if it becomes un-
stable. Death or serious injury will result from a tip-
over accident. Do not exceed the capacity values
indicated on the platform rating placard.
If the platform is fully lowered and is overloaded, when it
is elevated just past 1.8 m (6 ′), a control module will stop
the lift and drive functions and the alarm will sound and
the warning light will flash. The platform can still be low-
ered to remove the excess load.
If the platform is elevated just past 1.8 m (6 ′) and material
is added to the platform overloading it, a control module
will stop the lift, drive and lower functions and the alarm
will sound and the warning light will flash. In this case,
remove the load in excess of rated capacity and cycle
the emergency stop button at the upper controls to re-
turn to normal operation.
Extending
The platform can be extended and securely locked into
position. Use the following procedure to extend or retract
the platform.
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Caution
The extension deck is free to move when the trig-
ger is engaged and the latch is released. Personal
injury may result from extending the platform deck
while the aerial platform is on a slope. Do not at-
tempt to extend or retract the platform unless the
aerial platform is on a level surface.
1. Stand on the main deck of the platform, facing the
front of the platform.
2. Squeeze and hold the trigger (refer to Figure 9.4)
while pushing forward to extend the deck.
Overload Warning Light