Snorkel TB50 - Manual (Page 61)

Chapter 8 – Operation
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Length
Height
Ground Slope
The grade can be measured with an inclinometer or by
using a tape measure, a level, and a straight 2 x 4. If
using an inclinometer, refer to the conversion diagram
if necessary.
To measure the grade without an inclinometer, use the
following procedure.
1. With the 2 x 4 laying parallel with the slope, lay the
level lengthwise on the 2 x 4.
2. Holding the downhill end, raise the 2 x 4 until the
level indicates that the board is level (refer to Figure
8.7).
Figure 8.7 – Percent Grade Calculation
3. Use the tape measure to measure the distance
(height) from the end of the 2 x 4 to the ground.
Record the height distance.
4. Measure the length of the 2 x 4 and record this
measurement.
5. Use the formula in Figure 8.6 to calculate the percent
of the grade.
Machine Gradeability
The gradeability specification for the TB42 and TB50
aerial platforms is 25%. An actual gradeability of 25%,
indicates that in most normal working conditions the
machine can be driven on a slope with an angle of 14
degrees.
All Motion Alarm
The optional all motion alarm sounds loud intermittent
beeps anytime the machine functions are being oper-
ated.
Four Wheel Drive
The machine may be equipped with a four wheel drive
system. This system operates full time and requires no
action by the operator.
Four wheel drive machines have a “4x4” decal on each
side of the chassis and all four of the wheel hubs are
drive hubs and look the same.
Electrical Power Outlet
The electrical outlet at the platform has 2, 3-prong, 110
volt AC electrical connectors. Their combined output is
limited by a 15 amp circuit breaker.
Power may be supplied to the outlet using an external
power source or by operating the optional AC generator.
To use the outlet, plug a source of power into the power-
input connector located on the left side of the wiring box
(refer to Figure 8.8). Unplug the source of power before
moving the aerial platform.
Figure 8.8 – Wiring Box
AC Generator
The optional generator supplies power to the electrical
outlet only when the engine is running and the machine
is stationary. The machine functions will not operate
when the machine/generator selector switch is in the
generator position.
Caution
Cold hydraulic oil does not flow well and may pro-
duce improper generator output voltage. Improper
outlet voltage can damage some electrical power
tools and equipment. Warm the hydraulic oil before
operating the generator.
Do not operate the generator unless the hydraulic oil
temperature is at least 100°F (38°C). Refer to Cold
Weather Start-Up for a hydraulic oil warm-up proce-
dure.
To supply power to the electrical power outlet, start the
engine and place the machine/generator selector switch
in the generator position. The switch may be located on
the front of the upper control panel (refer to Figure 8.9)
or on the left side of the panel.
Power-input Connector