National Crane 3-29-2018 Control # 610-00 5-17
NBT40-1 SERIES OPERATOR MANUAL OPERATING CONTROLS - AERIAL LIFT
7. Put all operating controls in the neutral position.
8. Position the 
Radio Remote/Aerial Power Switch (19)
(Figure 4-3) to OFF.
9. Shut down the engine following the proper procedures
specified in this manual and the applicable engine
manual.
10. Remove the keys.
11. Disconnect batteries, if equipment will be inactive for
over 24 hours.
12. Close and lock all windows, covers, and doors.
Unattended Equipment
The configuration in which the equipment should be left while
unattended shall be determined by a qualified, designated
individual familiar with the job site, configuration, conditions,
and limitations.
PREPARATION FOR JOB-SITE TRAVEL
The aerial lift may be transported on a limited basis on a job-
site with the platform attached to main boom nose only. The
boom MUST be in the boom rest, and fully retracted.
If the jib is stowed on the side of boom, caution must be
taken to avoid contact between the platform mounting
bracket and the jib attaching pin holes.
Ensure the sheave case is properly secured to the
attachment point on the truck chassis bumper. The amount
of front or rear bumper overhang varies from state to state.
Check your state requirement and ensure this limit is not
exceeded.            
1.  Ensure the aerial work platform is properly stowed and
secured or removed from equipment.
2. Ensure the swingaway, if so equipped, is properly
stowed and secured or removed from equipment.
3. Retract and place the boom in boom rest.
4. Ensure the center front stabilizer is fully retracted, if
equipped.
5. Ensure the outrigger beams and jacks are fully retracted
and secured with the floats properly stowed.
6. Engage the travel lock at each outrigger beam (if
equipped).
7. Engage the swing brake.
8. Engage the swing lock.
9. Ensure the A2B weight is properly secured.
CAUTION
To avoid possible engine fault codes and undesirable
operation, ensure the keyswitch has been off 2 minutes
before disconnecting batteries.
DANGER
Tipping Hazard!
Changing weather conditions including but not limited to:
wind, ice accumulation, precipitation, flooding, lightning,
etc. should be considered when determining the location
and configuration of equipment when it is to be left
unattended.
Failure to comply with these instructions may cause death
or serious injury.
DANGER
Do not travel with aerial work platform attached to the jib
to prevent damage to equipment. Failure to comply with
these instructions may cause death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Disengage the hydraulic pumps for extended traveling,
cold weather starting, or engine checks.
Check cold tire pressure prior to extended travel. Refer to
tire inflation on equipment.
CAUTION
Machine Damage Hazard!
Fully retract the outrigger jacks and properly store the
floats.
DANGER
Do not travel with swingaway erected to prevent damage
to equipment.
Failure to comply with these instructions may cause death
or serious injury.