Snorkel SP22 - Manual (Page 56)

5. Rotate the platform so it is perpendicular to
the boom.
6. On a SP20, raise the main boom so it is
horizontal. On a SP22, fully lower the main
boom and raise the jib boom so it is
horizontal.
7. Retract the main boom.
8. Rotate the turntable slightly to the side so
you can see the front wheels.
9. Verify that the machine wheels, loading
ramps, and transport vehicle are aligned.
The aerial platform can tip over if it becomes
unstable. Death or serious injury can result
from a tip-over accident. Set the drive range
to low before driving up or down a grade.
10. Set the drive range to low.
11. Drive the aerial platform onto the transport
vehicle in a straight line through the grade
transitions with minimal turning.
12. Rotate the turntable to align the main boom
between the rear wheels.
13. On a SP20, fully lower the main boom. On a
SP22, fully lower the jib boom.
❑ Winching
Use the following procedure to winch the aerial
platform onto the transport vehicle.
1. Locate the transport vehicle so the aerial
platform will not roll forward after it is loaded.
2. Remove any unnecessary tools, materials, or
other loose objects from the platform.
3. From the upper controls, center the aerial
platform with the loading ramps and transport
vehicle bed. Make sure the steering wheels
are straight.
4. Properly stow the aerial platform.
5. Attach the winch to the tie-down lugs (refer
to Figure 9.3) on the front of the chassis.
Figure 9.3—Tie-Down Lifting Lugs
6. At each drive wheel, remove the ‘R’ shaped
clip (refer to Figure 9.4).
7. Push the plunger fully in€.
8. Replace the ‘R’ shaped clip.
Figure 9.4—Drive Wheel
The aerial platform is free to move when the
hubs are freewheeled. Death or serious
injury can result. Re-engage the hubs before
operating the aerial platform.
9. Use the winch to position the aerial platform
on the transport vehicle
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Chapter 10. Stowing and Transporting
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