Snorkel TM12 Series User Manual

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Preparing for Operation
Make certain the batteries are charged and the charger
is unplugged before operating the aerial platform. Use
the following procedure to prepare the aerial platform
for operation.
1. Perform a prestart inspection (refer to Chapter 8).
2. Make sure the battery disconnect is plugged in.
3. Close and latch the battery and hydraulic trays.
Lower Controls
The lower controls override the upper controls. This
means that the lower controls can always be used to
operate the platform regardless of the position of the
upper control emergency stop button.
Only the platform raise and lower functions may be oper-
ated from the lower controls. The lower controls may be
used for initial set up of the aerial platform, and for testing
and inspection.
Use the following procedure to raise of lower the platform
using the lower controls.
1. Twist the emergency stop button clockwise at both
the lower (refer to Figure 9.1) and upper controls
(refer to Figure 9.2).
Figure 9.1 – Lower Controls
2. Turn the start switch to the on position.
3. Press and hold the ground operation button.
4 Hold the platform raise/lower toggle switch up to raise
the platform and down to lower it.
5. Release the toggle switch to stop movement.
Chapter 9 – Operation
The aerial platform may be operated from either the lower
or upper controls.
Danger
The aerial platform is not electrically insulated. Death
or serious injury will result from contact with, or in-
adequate clearance from, an energized conductor.
Do not go closer than the minimum safe approach
distance as defined by ANSI.
Pinch points may exist between moving components.
Death or serious injury will result from becoming
trapped between components, buildings, structures,
or other obstacles. Make sure there is sufficient
clearance around the machine before moving the
chassis or platform. Allow sufficient room and time
to stop movement to avoid contact with structures
or other hazards.
The aerial platform can tip over if it becomes unstable.
Death or serious injury will result from a tip-over ac-
cident. Operate the aerial platform on a firm, flat, level
surface. Avoid travel speeds and/or rough terrain that
could cause sudden changes in platform position. Do
not drive or position the aerial platform for elevated
use near any drop-off, hole, slope, soft or uneven
ground, or other tip-over hazard.
The platform rated work load is the total weight of the per-
sonnel and equipment that may be lifted in the platform.
The work loads are stated on the platform rating placard
at the:
• rear of the platform
• lower controls
• upper controls
Danger
The aerial platform can tip over if it becomes unstable.
Death or serious injury will result from a tip-over ac-
cident. Do not exceed the capacity values indicated
on the platform rating placard.
Capacity values indicate the rated lifting capacity and do
not indicate aerial platform stability.
The operator bears ultimate responsibility for ensuring
that the aerial platform is properly set up for the particular
conditions encountered.
Emergency Stop Button
Ground Operation Button
Platform Raise/Lower Switch
Start Switch
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Snorkel TM12 Series Specifications

General

Brand	Snorkel
Model	TM12 Series
Category	Lifting Systems
Language	English