Operator's Manual Third Edition • First Printing
Operating Instructions
54 ZX-135/70 Part No. 1272823GT
Aircraft Protection Package
(if equipped)
If the platform bumper comes
into contact with an object, the
machine will shut down and no
functions will operate.
1 Start the engine.
2 Press down the foot switch.
3 Move and hold the aircraft
protection override switch.
4 Move the appropriate
function control handle or
toggle switch to move the
machine away from aircraft
components.
Machine Not Level Indicator Light
If the tilt alarm sounds when the
platform is raised, the Machine Not
Level indicator light will come on
and the drive function in one or both
directions will not operate. Identify
the condition of the boom on the
slope as shown below. Follow the
steps to lower the boom before
moving to a firm, level surface. Do
not rotate the boom while lowering.
If the tilt alarm sounds
with the platform uphill:
5 Lower the primary
boom.
6 Lower the secondary
boom.
7 Retract the primary
boom.
If the tilt alarm sounds
with the platform
downhill:
8 Retract the primary
boom.
9 Lower the secondary
boom.
10 Lower the primary
boom.
After Each Use
1 Select a safe parking location–firm level
surface, clear of obstruction and traffic.
2 Retract and lower the boom to the stowed
position.
3 Rotate the turntable so that the boom is
between the non-steer wheels.
4 Turn the key switch to the off position and
remove the key to secure from unauthorized
use.