Snorkel TB47J - Manual (Page 54)

Chapter 9 – Stowing and Transporting
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corners to prevent damaging the cable. Careful rig-
ging of the spreaders is required to prevent machine
damage.
6. Adjust the length of each chain or strap so the aerial
platform remains level when raised off the ground.
7. Use the hoist or crane to carefully raise and position
the aerial platform onto the transport vehicle.
Securing for Transport
Use the following procedure to secure the aerial platform
on the transport vehicle.
1. Chock the wheels.
2. Raise the main boom about 1 ′ (0.3m).
3. Place a wood block under the jib foot. Lower the plat-
form so the foot rests on the wood block.
4. Remove all personnel, tools, materials, or other loose
objects from the platform.
5. Turn the start switch off and place the platform con-
trol box cover over the upper controls if the machine
is equipped with that option.
6. Place the lower controls emergency stop switch in
the off position. Turn the start switch off and remove
the key.
7. Turn the battery disconnect switch off.
8. Close the shut-off valve on the LPG tank on LPG
machines.
9. Close and latch the cowling doors.
10. Use wire-ties to fasten the platform gate to the guard-
rails to prevent the gate from bouncing. Also, use
wire-ties to fasten the platform foot switch to the plat-
form floor.
11. Use a nylon strap to securely fasten the platform
against the wood block. Thread the strap over the
toeboard as shown in Figure 9.6.
Figure 9.6 – Platform
A
Caution
Ratchets, winches, and come-alongs can produce
enough force to damage machine components. Do
not over tighten the straps or chains when securing
the aerial platform to the transport vehicle.
12. Use chains or straps to securely fasten the aerial
platform to the transport vehicle using the tie-down
lugs as attachment points. Proper tie-down and haul-
ing are the responsibility of the carrier.