Page 46 December 2007
SJRT Compact Series
Engine Powered
Start Operation Section 3 - Operation
3.8-1 To Activate Base Control Console
WARNING
Ensure that you maintain three points of
contact when using the ladder to mount/
dismount platform.
1. Use the ladder of aerial platform to access
platform.
2. Close the gate.
3. On platform control console, pull out ” ”
emergency stop button.
4. Select low/high throttle switch to “ ” low throttle
position.
5. Use the ladder to dismount from platform.
6. Turn emergency main power disconnect switch
to “ ”on position.
7. On base control console, pull out ” ” emergency
stop button.
8. For dual fuel engines, select fuel supply by moving
fuel switch to either “
” gasoline or “ ” liquid
propane gas position.
9. Insert key into platform/engine/base key switch
and select “
” base position.
10. For cold dual fuel engines, depress and hold
“
” choke pushbutton. For cold diesel engines,
depress and hold “ ” glow plug pushbutton
for 15 to 20 seconds.
CAUTION
Do not start the engine in the high throttle
position.
11. Depress and hold “ ” engine start pushbutton
until engine starts, then release. Do not overcrank
starter. Release “
” choke pushbutton after
engine starts (dual fuel).
NOTE
Choke is only active while button is
depressed. Occasional use of choke
button may be necessary during the first
few seconds of engine operation.
3.8-2 To Raise or Lower Platform Using Base
Control Console
WARNING
Be aware of overhead obstructions or
other possible hazards around the aerial
platform when lifting.
WARNING
Do not lower the platform unless the
area below is clear of personnel and
obstructions.
1. Activate base control console (refer to
Section 3.8-1).
2. On base control console, select and hold “ ”
base position on platform/engine/base key switch.
Select and hold platform raise/lower switch to
either “
” raise or “ ” lower position. Release
switch to stop.
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