Snorkel PUSH 10 PRO-sn01-000050+ANSI - Manual (Page 35)

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Chapter 9 – Operation
The aerial platform may be operated from either the lower
or upper controls.
Danger
The aerial platform is not electrically insulated.
Death or serious injury will result from contact
with, or inadequate clearance from, an energized
conductor. Do not go closer than the minimum
safe approach distance as defined by ANSI.
Pinch points may exist between moving
components. Death or serious injury will result
from becoming trapped between components,
buildings, structures, or other obstacles. Make
sure there is sufficient clearance around the
machine before moving the chassis or platform.
Allow sufficient room and time to stop movement
to avoid contact with structures or other hazards.
The aerial platform can tip over if it becomes
unstable. Death or serious injury will result from
a tip-over accident. Operate the aerial platform on
a firm, flat, level surface. Engage both of the rear
brakes before entering the platform. Do not position
the aerial platform for elevated use near any dropoff,
hole, slope, soft or uneven ground, or other
tip-over hazard. Do not raise the platform in wind
speeds above 0 mph (m/s).
The platform rated work load is the total weight of the per-
sonnel and equipment that may be lifted in the platform.
The work loads are stated on the platform rating placard
at the entrance to the platform.
Danger
The aerial platform can tip over if it becomes unstable.
Death or serious injury will result from a tip-over ac-
cident. Do not exceed the capacity values indicated
on the platform rating placard.
Capacity values indicate the rated lifting capacity and do
not indicate aerial platform stability.
The operator bears ultimate responsibility for ensuring
that the aerial platform is properly set up for the particular
conditions encountered.
Preparing for Operation
Use the following procedure to prepare the aerial platform
for operation:
1. Perform a prestart inspection (refer to Chapter 8).
2. Close and latch the battery and component tray.
3. Position the machine in the work place and make
certain the area is flat and horizontal.
4. Step down on each of the brake levers to lock the
rear wheels in position. Verify that the brakes are
engaged before entering the platform.
Lower Controls
The platform raise and lower functions may be
operated from the lower controls. The lower controls
may be used for initial set up of the aerial platform, and
for testing and inspection.
Use the following procedure to raise or lower the platform
using the lower controls.
1. Pull the emergency stop button outward (refer to
Figure 9.1).
Figure 9.1 – Lower Controls
2. Insert the key into the control selector switch and
turn the switch to the lower controls position.
3. Press and hold the ground operation button
inward.
• To raise the platform, press and hold the
platform raise button.
• To lower the platform, press and hold the
platform lower button.
4. Release the buttons to stop movement.
Platform Raise/Lower Switch
Control Selector Switch
Emergency
Stop Button
Ground Operation Switch