Rough Terrain Scissors
December 2007 Page 15
Section 2 - Familiarization Control Functions
It is the responsibility of the operator to read, completely understand and follow all instructions and warnings
contained in this operating manual and on the aerial platform.
FAMILIARIZATIONFAMILIARIZATION
2.2-9 Platform Control Console
This removable control console is mounted at the right
front of the platform. It contains the following controls:
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Figure 2-7. Platform Control Console
1. Torque Switch - This selector switch, when in
“
” low speed position, it allows drive functions
to operate at low speed and maximum torque
when climbing grades and on rough terrain.
When in “
” high speed position, it allows drive
functions to operate at high speed with minimum
torque.
2. Lift/Drive Switch - Selecting “ ” lift position
energizes the lift circuit. Selecting “ ” drive
position energizes the drive circuit.
3. Engine Start Switch - This “ ” switch energizes
the engine starter motor.
NOTE
The engine start switch is interlocked with
the oil pressure switch. If engine stalls or
does not start immediately, this button will
not work for a few seconds while oil pressure
bleeds off.
4. Horn Pushbutton - This “ ” pushbutton sounds
an automotive-type horn.
5. Emergency Stop Button - This button “ ”,
when depressed, disconnects power to the control
circuit.
6. Power Indicator Light - This light glows when “ ”
platform is selected from the platform/engine/base
key switch on the base control console. It also
glows when both emergency stop buttons
on the platform control console and the base
control console are pulled out. When the light is
flashing, it signals an overload function. Refer to
Section 2.2-4.
7. Choke Switch (Dual Fuel) - This switch sets the
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” choke for starting a cold gasoline/propane
engine.
Glow Plug Switch (Diesel) - This switch energizes
the “
” glow plugs to aid in starting a cold diesel
engine.
8. Low/High Throttle Switch - This switch allows
selection between “
” low and “ ” high
engine throttle speeds.
9. Lift/Drive/Steer Controller - This one-hand lever
controls lift/drive and steer motions. Internal
springs return it to neutral when controller is
released. The rocker switch on top of controller
handle controls steering function.
10. Lift/Drive/Steer Enable Trigger Switch - This
momentary “ ” switch energizes the controller.
It must be held depressed continuously while
engaging either the lift/drive or steer functions.
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