Snorkel S3010E - Manual (Page 43)

Chapter 10 – Stowing and Transporting
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Hoisting
Use a cradle sling arrangement inserted through the
forklift pockets when hoisting the aerial platform. Machine
damage can occur if the sling is attached anywhere else.
Warning
The potential for an accident increases when the aerial
platform is lifted using improper equipment and/or
lifting techniques. Death or serious injury could result
from such accidents. Use proper equipment and lifting
techniques when lifting the aerial platform.
Know the weight of the aerial platform and the capacity
of the lifting devices before hoisting.
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Lifting devices include the hoist or crane, chains,
straps, hooks, sheaves, shackles, slings, and other
hardware used to support the machine.
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The empty vehicle weight is stamped on the serial
number placard and is listed in Chapter 2.
The user assumes all responsibility for:
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Making sure the equipment used is capable of sup-
porting the weight of the aerial platform.
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Making sure all manufacturer’s instructions and warn-
ings, regulations and safety rules of their employer
and/or any state or federal law are followed.
Use the following procedure to hoist the aerial platform
onto the transport vehicle:
1. Properly stow the aerial platform.
2. Inspect the forklift pockets to make sure they are free
of cracks or sharp edges and are in good condition.
There are two forklift pockets on the chassis (refer to
Figure 10.5). Have any damage repaired by a quali-
fied service technician before attempting to hoist the
machine.
Figure 10.5 – Side of Chassis
3. Remove all personnel, tools, materials, or other loose
objects from the platform.
4. Insert the straps through the forklift pockets using
correctly rated straps. Strap damage and/or failure
can result from the strap contacting the sharp corners
of the fork pocket.
5. Use spreader bars of sufficient length to keep the
straps, or cables from contacting the scissors struc-
ture or platform. Careful rigging of the spreaders is
required to prevent machine damage.
6. Adjust the position of the strap so the aerial platform
remains level when raised off the ground.
7. Use the hoist or crane to carefully raise and position
the aerial platform onto the transport vehicle.
Securing for Transport
Use the following procedure to secure the aerial platform
on the transport vehicle.
1. Chock the wheels.
2. Remove all personnel, tools, materials, or other loose
objects from the platform.
3. Properly stow the aerial platform.
4. Place the lower controls emergency stop switch in
the off position.
5. Turn the control selector switch to the off position “0”
and remove key.
Caution
Ratchets, winches, and come-alongs can produce
enough force to damage machine components. Do
not over tighten the straps or chains when securing
the aerial platform to the transport vehicle.
6. Use chains or straps to securely fasten the aerial
platform to the transport vehicle insert the straps
through the forklift pockets. Proper tie-down and
hauling is the responsibility of the carrier.
Forklift Pockets