Snorkel LX41 Electric-sn4022-4390 - Manual (Page 8)

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Operation
O
PERATION
NOTE: Before operating the machine, ensure that the pre-operation and safety inspection has been completed, any
deficiencies have been corrected, and the operator has been thoroughly trained on this machine.
W A R N I N G ! !
Never operate the machine with the parking brakes released. Serious injury or damage could result.
T R A V E L W I T H P L A T F O R M L O W E R E D
1. Verify the following:
• the chassis Emergency Stop Button is in the ON position (pull out).
• the Drive Enable indicator is ON.
• the Platform/Chassis Switch is on PLATFORM.
NOTE: If the drive enable indicator is OFF, verify that the platform is fully lowered and (if so equipped) the outriggers
are fully retracted.
2. After mounting the platform, close and latch the gate. Check that the guardrails are in position and
properly assembled, with the fasteners properly torqued.
3. Check that the route is clear of persons, obstructions, holes and drop-offs, and is capable of supporting
the wheel loads.
4. Check clearances above, below and to the sides of the platform.
5. Pull the controller Emergency Stop Button out to the ON position.
6. Turn the Platform Controls Key Switch clockwise to ON.
7. Set the Lift/Drive Switch to DRIVE.
8. Set the Speed Range Switch to LOW SPEED.
9. Grasp the Control Handle so that the Interlock Lever is depressed (releasing the Interlock Lever cuts
power to controller). Slowly push or pull the Control Handle to FORWARD or REVERSE to travel in the
desired direction. The farther you push or pull the Control Handle from center, the faster the machine
will travel.
10. While moving, push the Speed Range Switch to HIGH SPEED for travel on level surfaces or to LOW
SPEED for climbing grades or traveling in confined areas.
T R A V E L W I T H W O R K P L A T F O R M E L E V A T E D
Travel with the platform elevated ONLY on firm and level surfaces.
NOTE: The machine will travel at reduced speed when in the elevated position.
1. Check that the route is clear of persons, obstructions, holes and drop-offs, is level and capable of sup-
porting the wheel loads.
2. Check clearances above, below and to the sides of the platform.
3. Position the Lift/Drive Switch to the DRIVE position.
4. Push the Control Handle to FORWARD or REVERSE for the desired direction of travel.
5. If the machine quits driving and the tilt alarm sounds, immediately lower the platform and move the
machine to a level location before re-elevating the platform.
S T E E R I N G
Push the Steering Switch RIGHT or LEFT to turn the wheels. Observe the tires while maneuvering to
insure proper direction.
NOTE: Steering is not self-centering. Wheels must be returned to the straight ahead position by operating the Steering
Switch.