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MANUAL

OPERATOR’S

November 2017

Part Number 0261169

Model A46JRT IS – Intrinsically Safe

Summary of Contents for A46JRT

Page 1: ...MANUAL OPERATOR S November 2017 Part Number 0261169 Model A46JRT IS Intrinsically Safe...

Page 2: ...creating an electrical shock hazard resulting in death or serious injury If an aerial platform is in contact with an energized conductor the platform operator must warn ground personnel in the vicini...

Page 3: ...Gauge 13 Engine Oil 13 Hydraulic Fluid Filter Gauge 13 Hydraulic Fluid Level Sight Gauge 13 Chapter 6 Controls Lower Controls 15 Emergency Stop Button 15 Control Selector Handle 15 Ground Operation Bu...

Page 4: ...Gradeability 34 Theoretical Gradeability 34 Actual Gradeability 34 Percent vs Degree of Slope 35 Driving on a Slope 35 Calculating Percent Grade 35 Machine Gradeability 35 Air Line 36 Chapter 9 Stowi...

Page 5: ...danger warning and caution indicate varying degrees of personal injury or property damage that can result if the instruction is not followed Danger Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which i...

Page 6: ...lities All owners and users of the aerial platform must read understand and comply with all applicable regulations Ultimate compliance to OSHA regulations is the respon sibility of the user and their...

Page 7: ...rvoir Platform Foot Valve Operator s Manual Rear Front Front Rear Jib Riser Boom Riser Engine Tie Down Lifting Lugs Tie Down Lifting Lugs Lanyard Anchors Tie Down Lugs Hydraulic Fluid Filter Serial Nu...

Page 8: ...Chapter 2 Specifications 4 A46JRT 0261169 Working Envelope Feet Meters 20 6 1 25 7 6 5 1 5 0 25 7 6 30 9 1 15 4 5 10 3 0 5 1 5 10 3 0 15 4 5 20 6 1 30 9 1 35 10 6 40 12 2 45 13 7 50 15 2 55 16 7...

Page 9: ...mum number of occupants 2 people Function Speed Turntable rotation 65 to 85 seconds Riser Up 35 to 40 seconds Down 20 to 25 seconds Main boom Up 25 to 30 seconds Down 20 to 25 seconds Extend 20 to 25...

Page 10: ...Chapter 2 Specifications 6 A46JRT 0261169...

Page 11: ...nsulated Regard all conductors as energized Do not operate outside during a thunderstorm Minimum Safe Approach Distance Minimum safe approach distances to energized power lines and their associated pa...

Page 12: ...rapped between components buildings structures or other obstacles Make sure there is sufficient clear ance around the machine before moving the chassis booms or platform Allow sufficient room and time...

Page 13: ...way cars floating vessels scaffolds or similar equipment unless the application is approved in writing by Snorkel Do not use the aerial platform as a crane hoist jack or for any purpose other than to...

Page 14: ...oved cap without proper venting may result in pressurization of the tank Never use fuel for cleaning purposes Use the correct fuel grade for the operating season Placards and Decals The aerial platfor...

Page 15: ...s override the upper controls If the up per control emergency stop button is engaged the lower controls can still be used to operate the aerial platform At the upper controls the emergency stop is a t...

Page 16: ...orkel Guard refer to Figure 4 2 is a mechanically activated guarding system which offers an additional level of protection to the operator at the upper controls If an operator is involuntarily pushed...

Page 17: ...draulic fluid making the level appear too low The fluid should be visible in the sight gauge Chapter 5 Gauges and Displays The aerial platform is equipped with several gauges to monitor the condition...

Page 18: ...Chapter 5 Gauges and Displays 14 A46JRT 0261169...

Page 19: ...n components buildings structures or other obstacles Make sure all personnel stand clear while operating the aerial platform Controls to position the platform are located on the lower control panel on...

Page 20: ...s and hold the left platform level button to tilt the platform floor downward or toward the ground Platform Rotate Buttons The platform rotate buttons are used to rotate the platform relative to the e...

Page 21: ...platform rotate handle is used to rotate the platform relative to the end of the tip boom Push the handle forward to rotate the platform clockwise Pull the handle backward to rotate the platform coun...

Page 22: ...Chapter 6 Controls 18 A46JRT 0261169...

Page 23: ...of air Inspect the fan belt to see that it is in place and not cracked Potential service and safety problems may be detected by inspecting the aerial platform This chapter includes information on pro...

Page 24: ...the flesh Serious infection or reaction will result if medical treatment is not given immediately In case of injury by escaping hydraulic fluid seek medical attention at once The hydraulic reservoir i...

Page 25: ...led tires and wheels 1 Check the wheel lug nuts to see that none are miss ing damaged or loose 2 Carefully inspect for large holes or cuts where foam is coming out of the tire 3 Look for large embedde...

Page 26: ...pre start inspection Warning The potential for an accident increases when operat ing an aerial platform that is damaged or malfunction ing Death or serious injury could result from such accidents Do n...

Page 27: ...spect the lanyard anchors 1 Visually inspect the lanyard anchors to make sure they are in place and are not deformed 2 Look for visible cracks in the welds and at the weld to parent material joints A...

Page 28: ...d and decal kits are available from Snorkel The safety related placards and decals are illustrated on the following pages Warning The potential for an accident increases when operat ing an aerial plat...

Page 29: ...over replace tires with factory approved foam filled or solid tires ONLY attempt to inflate foam filled or solid tires DO NOT 0073298 MACHINE TIPOVER HAZARD DEATH or serious injury can result if machi...

Page 30: ...ot electrically insulated Maintain 10 feet minimum clearance from electrical power lines and apparatus Do not exceed the unrestricted platform capacity shown on the platform Do not operate this machin...

Page 31: ...RIVE MOTORS BATTERIES V Ah MAXIMUM DRIVE HEIGHT ft m UNRESTRICTED PLATFORM CAPACITY lbs kg MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE WIND SPEED mph m s MAXIMUM PLATFORM REACH ft m SLOPE SENSOR ALARM SETTING FRONT TO BACK deg...

Page 32: ...ce from electrical power lines and apparatus This machine is NOT electrically insulated Do not exceed the unrestricted platform capacity shown on the platform Do not operate this machine on soft or un...

Page 33: ...nt and properly torqued Lower Control Station Operating controls Proper operation Emergency stop Shuts off lower controls proper operation Structures Weldments Chassis turntable booms platform etc Wel...

Page 34: ...Chapter 7 Prestart Inspection 30 A46JRT 0261169...

Page 35: ...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 mov...

Page 36: ...the aerial platform and positioning the booms and platform while on the job Use the following procedure to set the machine up for operation at the upper controls 1 At the lower controls place the eme...

Page 37: ...ement does not correspond with the direction of chassis movement To avoid confusion always drive to the work area or move between work areas with the turntable and booms in the stowed position After a...

Page 38: ...machine is capable of travel under perfect or theoretical conditions It is based on mathematical calculation not practical application Some of the factors taken into consideration when cal culating th...

Page 39: ...tion to determine if the slope is within the actual grade capability of the aerial platform Calculating Percent Grade The percent grade equals the height rise of the slope di vided by the length run t...

Page 40: ...act Snorkel for compatibility information before using the air line to conduct other fluids Caution Fluid in the air line may damage some air tools or freeze and damage the line Drain and blow out the...

Page 41: ...is a 48 1 2 m vertical rise in 10 3 05 m horizontal length Use a winch to load and unload the aerial platform on ramps that exceed the grade capability of the machine A winch may also be used when co...

Page 42: ...ifting Lugs 6 At each drive wheel remove the two bolts from the disconnect plate refer to Figure 9 3 Turn the plate over so the nipple points inward Reinstall the two bolts Figure 9 3 Drive Wheel 7 Us...

Page 43: ...e spreader bars of sufficient length to keep the chains straps or cables from contacting the turn table booms and steer cylinders When using cables use rigid corner protectors at any point where the c...

Page 44: ...rm against the wood block Thread the strap through the tie down brackets at the front of the platform 10 Use chains or straps to securely fasten the aerial plat form to the transport vehicle using the...

Page 45: ...w the machine 1 With the machine in the stowed position remove the tow bar from the storage cradle and lay it near the front of the chassis Danger Pinch points may exist between machine compo nents De...

Page 46: ...h drive wheel remove the two bolts and return the plate to its original position Refer to Figure 10 5 13 Unfasten the tow bar from the tow vehicle and from the aerial platform 14 Fasten the tow bar in...

Page 47: ...at lower controls is in the lower control position Platform foot valve not engaged Hydraulic system malfunction Hydraulic oil is cold and thick Load capacity exceeded Machine on too steep a grade Dri...

Page 48: ...heels to turn or the main boom must be stowed Prolonged boom operation or driving High pressure fluid return to res ervoir caused by kinked or twisted hose Hydraulic system component failure Failure o...

Page 49: ...the scope of its specifications and in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions the users work rules and all applicable governmental regulations operator a qualified person who controls the mo...

Page 50: ...Appendix A Glossary A46JRT 0261169...

Page 51: ...been properly completed and returned to the Snorkel Warranty department within fifteen 15 days after delivery of the Snorkel product to the Customer or Dealer s demonstration rental fleet Snorkel must...

Page 52: ...SSC are covered under warranty for a period of 12 twelve months from the date of invoice provided that those parts have been subject to appropriate storage to prevent damage and deterioration conditio...

Page 53: ...ydraulic fluid filters and lubrication paint and decals engine tune up brake adjust ments etc Snorkel will not cover leaks from fittings hoses and any other connection points after the unit has been i...

Page 54: ...ving the rejection or adjustment notice The appeal should be grounded on express reasons and supported by relevant evidence Appeals received outside of this time limit will not be considered SNORKEL W...

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