Snorkel MB20J, Operator'S Manual

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2. Operation & Specifications
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1. Never approach the MB20J from the front or rear while fork lifting.
2. Use maximum forklift tilt as soon as possible when raising the MB20/26J.
3. If travelling over sloped or uneven ground it is strongly recommended to temporarily tie the
MB20J jib mount structure to the forklift mast as a safety precaution.
4. The MB20/26J may be lifted by forklift subject to the following strict procedure.
5. Ensure that the mast and jib are fully stowed and that the pothole bars are fully retracted
(raised).
LIFTING BY CRANE
The MB20/26J may be lifted by an overhead hoist/crane subject to the following strict
procedure.
Raise the jib to clear the lifting straps as shown.
Use 4 separate lifting straps connected to a spreader beam. DO NOT use a lesser number
of threaded straps as these could slip and lead to instability. The recommended minimum
capacity of EACH of the 4 straps is 2 tonne and the minimum length of each strap is
2 metres. Damage to the covers and/or cage rails can occur if a spreader beam is not
deployed during a crane lift.
Figure 4: Lifting by Crane
Apply the straps via 2 tonne shackles
to each of the 4 lifting lugs on the
chassis.
SPREADER
BEAM CAPACITY
4 TONNE
! !
DO NOT apply lifting straps to any other part of the machine.
C A U T I O N