Chapter 6 – controls, Danger, Caution – Snorkel TB85J CE User Manual
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Figure 6.2 – Axle Controls
High Range Speed Selector – 4x4
The high range speed selector (refer to Figure 6.3) is
located on the top of the chassis near the front of the
machine.
Figure 6.3 – Top of Chassis
This valve works in conjunction with the drive range switch
on the upper controls to determine the maximum drive
speed on four-wheel drive machines. Lock the knob in
the upward position for maximum drive speed.
Lower Controls
The lower controls (refer to Figure 6.4) are located on the
right side of the turntable. Boom and platform functions
can be operated from the lower controls. The following
are located on the lower control panel.
• Start switch
• Emergency stop button
• Controls selector switch
• Ground operation switch
• Turntable swing switch
• Main boom elevation switch
• Boom extension switch
• Boom speed knob
• Jib articulation switch – TB85J only
• Platform level switch
Chapter 6 – Controls
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Danger
Pinch points may exist between moving compo-
nents. Death or serious injury can result from be-
coming trapped between components, buildings,
structures, or other obstacles. Make sure all person-
nel stand clear while operating the aerial platform.
Controls to position the platform are located on the lower
control panel on the turntable and on the upper control
panel in the platform. Drive controls are located on the
upper control panel only.
Battery Disconnect Switch
The battery disconnect is located behind the door on the
left side of the turntable above the batteries (refer to Fig-
ure 6.1).
Figure 6.1 – Battery Disconnect Switch
The battery disconnect removes electrical power from all
electrically controlled functions when in the off position.
Place the switch in the on position to electrically connect
the battery to the electrical system.
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Caution
Only authorized personnel should operate the aerial
platform. Unqualified personnel may cause injury
to coworkers or property damage. Lock the battery
disconnect switch in the off position before leaving
the aerial platform unattended.
Turn the battery disconnect switch off to prevent unau-
thorized use of the aerial platform.
Axle Controls
The axle controls (refer to Figure 6.2) are located on the
top of the chassis at the rear of the machine.
One of the controls operates the jack to raise and lower
the chassis and the other operates the axle extend and
retract functions.
Battery Disconnect Switch
Jack Lever
Axle Lever
High Range Speed
Selector Valve