Page 48 Mid Size & Full Size RTs
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Start Operation Section 3 - 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. Select and hold enable switch.
3. Select and hold lower/neutral/raise switch to either
“ ” raise or “ ” lower position. Release switch
to stop.
3.8-3 To Activate Platform Control Console
1. Turn main power disconnect switch to “ ” on
position.
2. On engine control console, select off/on/start
switch to “ ” on position.
3. On base control console, pull out “ ” emergency
stop button.
WARNING
Ensure that you maintain three points of
contact when using the ladder to mount/
dismount platform.
4. Use the ladder of aerial platform to access
platform.
5. Close the gate.
6. On platform control console, insert key into off/lift/
drive key switch and select “ ” lift position.
7. Pull out “ ” emergency stop button. A beeping
sound should be audible and light should come
on.
WARNING
If beeping sound is not audible and light
does not come on, aerial platform must
be tagged and placed out of service.
8. Select low/high throttle switch to “ ” low throttle
position.
CAUTION
Do not start the engine in the high throttle
position.
9. If diesel engine is cold, depress and hold glow
plug pushbutton for 15 to 20 seconds.
10. Depress and hold “ ” engine start pushbutton
to start the engine.
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