DC Electric Full-size RTs
December 2007
Page 19
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Section 2 - Operation
Component Identification
2.5-14 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 2-11. Platform Control Console
1.
Lift/Drive/Steer Controller - This one-hand lever
controls drive speed and steer motion. Internal
springs return it to neutral when controller is
released. The rocker switch on top of controller
handle controls steering function.
2.
Lift/Drive/Steer Enable Trigger Switch - This
momentary “ ” switch energizes the controller.
It must be held depressed continuously while
engaging either drive or steer functions.
3.
Operation Light - The red colored light indicates
upper control availability. When the light is
continuously illuminated, upper controls are
available.
4.
Lift/Off/Drive Switch - Selecting “
” lift position
energizes the lift circuit. Selecting “
” off position
disconnects power from both lift and drive circuits.
Selecting “
” drive position energizes the drive
circuit.
5.
Horn Pushbutton - This “
” pushbutton sounds
an automotive-type horn.
6.
Emergency Stop Button - This button “
”, when
depressed, disconnects power to control circuit.
7.
Base/Off/Platform Key Switch - This three-
way selector key switch allows the operator to
turn “
” off power to the aerial platform or to
activate either the “
” base or “
” platform
controls.
