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SJ6832 RTE
Section 5 – Operation Select the level-drive or inclined-drive mode
5.7 Select the level-drive or
inclined-drive mode
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Select the level-drive mode when you drive on a
level surface.
1. To use the level drive mode, move the
inclined-drive/level-drive switch to the level-
drive (high speed/low torque) position.
WARNING
Do not drive the MEWP in the elevated position on
a slope. Fully retract the MEWP before you operate
it on a slope. If you do not obey, there is a risk of
death or severe injury.
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Select the inclined-drive mode in these
situations:
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When you drive up or down slopes
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When you drive on rough ground
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When you drive the MEWP on to or remove it
from a transport vehicle.
1. To use the inclined-drive, move the inclined-
drive/level-drive switch to the inclined-drive
(low speed/high torque) position.
WARNING
Push the emergency-stop button when you are at
the necessary location or elevation. This prevents
unintended MEWP movement. If you do not obey,
there is a risk of death or serious injury.
5.8 Lowering warning system
WARNING
Look for overhead obstructions or other possible
hazards around the MEWP when you raise the
platform. Do not lower the platform unless the area
below is clear of personnel and obstructions. If
you do not obey, there is a risk of death or serious
injury.
To fully lower the platform from the platform control
console when the platform is raised higher than 3 m:
1. Move the lift/off/drive switch to the lift position:
2. Squeeze and hold the function-enable switch.
3. Pull the controller handle to lower the platform.
The platform starts to lower but stops at a height
of 2.5 m. An alarm makes a sound.
4. Release the function-enable switch and the
controller handle.
5. Make sure that the area around the MEWP is
clear.
6. Squeeze and hold the function-enable switch
7. Pull the controller handle to continue to lower
the MEWP.
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