Mec 2633ES - Emergency Systems and Procedures; Emergency Lowering - Early Models; Emergency Lowering - Current Models

"2033ES / 2633ES" Service & Parts Manual - ANSI Specifications October 2008
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Emergency Lowering - Current Models
Emergency Down system is used to lower the platform in case
of power or valve failure. To lower the platform, pull the red
“T” handle located at the rear of the machine. Lowering stops
when you release the “T” handle.
EMERGENCY SYSTEMS AND PROCEDURES
IF THE CONTROL SYSTEM FAILS WHILE THE PLATFORM IS
ELEVATED, HAVE AN EXPERIENCED OPERATOR USE THE
EMERGENCY LOWERING PROCEDURE TO SAFELY LOWER THE
PLATFORM.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLIMB DOWN SCISSOR ASSEMBLY.
BEFORE LOWERING PLATFORM, RETRACT THE DECK EXTENSION.
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Emergency Lowering - Early Models
The Emergency Down System is used to lower the
platform in case of power or valve failure. To lower
the platform, perform the following steps:
1. Pull and turn knurled knob on lift cylinder
counterclockwise to lock the valve in open
position.
2. Pull manual activator (override valve) on
main manifold to lower platform to
desired height.
3. To return to normal operation, turn knurled
knob on lift cylinder clockwise. Valve will
automatically lock.