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EPV Series – 1596(A)

2. Safety - Low Voltage Insulation

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LV COVER

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LV COVER

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LV COVER

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UNINSULATED

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CONDITION
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WET
PRECIPITATION

BASKET BOOM CHASSIS

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LV
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REAR OF BASKET

BOTH SIDES OF BASKET

BOTH SIDES

BOTH SIDES

BOTH SIDES OF BOOM

BOTH SIDES OF BOOM

COMPLETE CIRCLE AROUND BOOM

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Summary of Contents for EPV Series

Page 1: ...Series Series Vehicle Mounted Articulating Boom Aerial Work Platform NEW ZEALAND Operator s Manual P N 1596A January 2008 Rev A From Serial Number NZ071126...

Page 2: ...ty period of the machine upon which the part was installed THIS WARRANTY EXCLUDES AND SNORKEL DOES NOT WARRANT 1 Engines motors tires and batteries which are manufactured by suppliers to Snorkel who f...

Page 3: ...and any object not a part of the EPV Such contact could make your body a conductor to the other object creating an electrical shock hazard re sulting in SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH DO NOT attempt to ente...

Page 4: ...nce to energized exposed or insulated power lines Voltage range Minimum safe approach distance phase to phase Feet Meters 0 to 300V Avoid contact over 300v to 50kv 10 3 05 over 50kv to 200kv 15 4 60 o...

Page 5: ...hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury Denotes a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury Denotes a potent...

Page 6: ...regulations is the re sponsibility of the user and their employer ANSI Standard A92 2 clearly identifies requirements of all parties who might be involved with Boom Supported Elevating Work Platforms...

Page 7: ...witches 3 1 At platform control station 3 1 At ground control station 3 1 At ground control station Units with PTO 3 1 Stabilisers 3 2 Bubble Level 3 2 Alarms 3 2 RCD ELCB AC Outlet option 3 2 Flashin...

Page 8: ...and lowering the booms 9 4 Slewing 9 5 Over Centre Valve 9 5 Stowing 9 5 10 Emergency Operation Emergency Operation Procedures 10 1 Emergency Stop 10 1 Emergency Bleed Down 10 1 Platform station bleed...

Page 9: ...e EPV Figure 1 Minimum Safe Approach Distance ANSI A92 5 The EPV is not electrically insulated Death or serious injury can result from contact with or inadequate clearance from an energised conductor...

Page 10: ...s Overhead obstructions and electrical conductors Hazardous locations Inadequate surface and support to withstand all load forces imposed by the aerial platform in all operating configurations Wind an...

Page 11: ...the EPV only on a firm flat level surface capable of withstanding all load forces imposed by the EPV in all operating conditions The EPV can tip over if it becomes unstable Death or serious injury can...

Page 12: ...engine in an enclosed area or indoors without adequate ventilation Only refuel your EPV outdoors in a clear area void of gas fumes or spilled gas Never remove the fuel cap or refuel a gasoline en gine...

Page 13: ...on a part that is replaced make sure a new decal or placard is installed on the replaced part See your Snorkel dealer for new decals and placards Typically the majority of EPV machines are destined fo...

Page 14: ...PERATION OF THIS DEVICE AND HHHH YOU KNOW AND FOLLOW THE SAFETY AND OPERATING RECOMMENDATIONS CONTAINED IN THE MANUFACTURER S MANUALS YOUR EMPLOYER S WORK RULES AND APPLI CABLE GOVERNMENTAL REGULATION...

Page 15: ...of cracking or corrosion Never use a LV EPV that has any damage to any of the insulator surfaces or covers 3 Routine cleaning of the insulator interior and exterior surfaces of all road grime dust and...

Page 16: ...12829 1 LV COVER12829 1 UNINSULATED12829 UNINSULATED12829 CONDITION DRY WET PRECIPITATION BASKET BOOM CHASSIS LV LV NA LV LV NA LV LV NA 12829 2 REAR OF BASKET BOTH SIDES OF BASKET BOTH SIDES BOTH SID...

Page 17: ...stops the engine turns off and nothing moves This switch must be out on to control the EPV from the platform pull the switch and it will pop out At ground control station Figure 3 2 Ground Control St...

Page 18: ...booms are raised the unit will not operate Use the emergency bleed down function to lower the booms Note Not all truck units will be fitted with a level alarm It depends on the configuration of the t...

Page 19: ...n the machine You should attach your fall protection to the an chors Engine Shut Down When a unit is fitted with a PTO i e the pump is driven off the gearbox of the truck they have an INTERLOCK that i...

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Page 21: ...further details regarding lubricants maintenance schedules and service please refer to the Maintenance and Repair Parts Manual for this machine EPV Series 1596 A Rev A page 4 1 SPECIFICATIONS EPV12 2B...

Page 22: ...page 4 2 Rev A EPV Series 1596 A 4 Specifications METRES EPV12 2B Working Envelope...

Page 23: ...EPV Series 1596 A Rev A page 4 3 4 Specifications METRES EPV14 2B Working Envelope...

Page 24: ...page 4 4 Rev A EPV Series 1596 A 4 Specifications 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 7 6 6 5 5 5 4 4 4 3 3 3 2 2 2 1 1 1 0 0 METRES EPV16 2B Working Envelope...

Page 25: ...level should be measured with the booms fully lowered The hydraulic oil level should be between the two marks on the dipstick The hydraulic oil tank is mounted at the rear of the plinth If necessary a...

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Page 27: ...that is wired so that if the truck is put into gear when the PTO is engaged the engine will shut off Circuit Breakers Fuse Figure 6 1 Fuse There is only one fuse on a standard EPV that is accessible t...

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Page 29: ...to stay in one position for a long time This will stop the engine and save fuel 2 Start Button Press this green button to start the engine from the platform position see Figure 7 1 Figure 7 1 Platform...

Page 30: ...n Valve Lower Controls Column Base Emergency stop switch Stabiliser control valves Boom stabiliser selector Master key switch Choke 1 Emergency Stop Press the red switch cover down at any time under a...

Page 31: ...s mounted alongside the stabiliser levers on the truck chassis Figure 7 8 Boom Stabiliser Selector Switch 5 Master Key Switch This 3 position key switch see Figure 7 9 works like an automobile ignitio...

Page 32: ...ontrol failure or other emergency Turn the valve counter clockwise to open it and lower the platform to the ground The UPPER boom will begin to lower immediately see the Emergency Operation chapter fo...

Page 33: ...eration Battery terminals Visually inspect no corrosion Battery fluid level Visually inspect covers plates Hydraulic tank cap Visually inspect installation Hydraulic oil level Check fluid level at lin...

Page 34: ...uel tank and engine for any sign of fuel leaks Engine Oil Figure 8 3 Engine Oil Level Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean Insert the dipstick into the oil filler neck but do not scre...

Page 35: ...l To check the hydraulic oil level Completely lower the platform Unscrew the tank cap see Figure 8 8 and withdraw the attached dipstick The hydraulic oil level should be at the full level according to...

Page 36: ...Welds Visually inspect all welds for cracks all structural members for deformity and all sheet metal for dents that could interfere with machine operation Figure 8 12 Boom Welds Pay particular attent...

Page 37: ...his test to ensure proper boom operation Platform Controls Figure 8 16 Platform Controls Set the Platform Ground selector switch to PLATFORM and enter the platform Check that each of the boom operatin...

Page 38: ...eas market and leave the factory as a built up subframe only unit Final assembly construction of the deck and mounting on a truck chassis is carried out ex factory The decals are provided as a kit wit...

Page 39: ...y to operating personnel can occur if the machine should come into contact with energized electrical wires during operation DO NOT attempt to operate the EPV ground controls if the platform booms or a...

Page 40: ...he cradle latch undone before operating the booms Failure to remove the boom lock pin and the boom restraining latch before attempting to raise the booms could result in damage to the machine 6 The bo...

Page 41: ...ucted If the platform is up and the ground compresses unevenly under different stabiliser pads the EPV might fall over causing serious injury or death Check the level bubble frequently during operatio...

Page 42: ...ready to begin work 1 Select PLATFORM on the ground platform selector switch at the rear of the column see Figure 9 11 Figure 9 11 Ground Platform Selector 2 Enter the platform Access to the platform...

Page 43: ...re quired UP for slew to the RIGHT and DOWN for slew to the LEFT Over Centre Valve All EPV Series units are fitted with an over centre valve that is mounted on the main knuckle pin be tween the booms...

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Page 45: ...witch Units with PTO Push either Emergency Stop switch see Figures 9 1 9 2 and 9 3 at any time and the entire ma chine stops the engine turns off and nothing moves Functionally the Emergency Stop swit...

Page 46: ...cy the platform can be lowered from the ground sta tion using this valve Turn the valve located at the rear of the column see Figure 9 4 counter clock wise to lower the platform to the ground Figure 9...

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Page 48: ...4 Extinguishing media Dry chemical foam or CO2 Special fire fighting procedures Use positive pressure self contained breathing ap paratus Unusual fire and explosion hazards Hydrogen and oxygen gases a...

Page 49: ...mer Product may melt after ignition to form flammable liquid Burning produces intense heat dense smoke and toxic gases such as carbon monoxide oxides of nitrogen and traces of hydrogen cyanide Spill o...

Page 50: ...as possible Dispose of non recyclable material as a RCRA hazardous waste by such methods as incineration complying with federal state and local regulations Liquefied Petroleum Gas UN 1075 Extinguishin...

Page 51: ...smallest area possible Recover as much of the product itself as possible by such methods as vacuuming followed by soak ing up of residual fluids by use of absorbent materials Remove contaminated item...

Page 52: ...ol box until it pops out on Key switch set to off Set the Key switch to on the bar symbol Ground Platform Selector switch set to wrong location If you are trying to start from the ground control box s...

Page 53: ...peration Ground Platform Selector Platform Lift Drive Selector Lift EPV is not level Lift Indicator light is not lit and the Level Sensor Alarm is sounding Use the stabilisers to level the EPV The Sta...

Page 54: ...it breaker that opens to stop electrical circuit flow if it senses a very small current leakage to ground Also called GFCI or RCD The GFCI RCD is used to protect personnel against a potential shock ha...

Page 55: ...to be performed and the hazards involved rated work load the designed carrying capacity of the aerial platform as specified by the manufacturer stow to place a component such as the platform in its re...

Page 56: ...own 10 1 Emergency stop 10 1 Engine Cover 8 2 Engine Oil 8 2 F Flashing Light 8 6 Fuel Leaks 8 2 Fuel Level 8 2 G Gauges Bubble Level 5 1 Engine Oil 5 1 Hydraulic Oil 5 1 H Hazardous Components 11 1 A...

Page 57: ...ortant see Introduction page iii Safety Devices Alarms 3 2 Bubble Level 3 2 Emergency Stop Switches 3 1 Engine Shut Down 3 3 Flashing Light 3 2 Lanyard Anchor Points 3 3 RCD ELCB AC Outlet 3 2 Stabili...

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