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Operation & Specifications

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TRANSPORT BY TRUCK

The MB20/26J can be carried on a suitably rated transportation vehicle or trailer. Because 

of its high gradeability, the machine can be driven under its own power on to a standard 

loading ramp (Up to 14 degrees). 
It is recommended to reverse the machine up on to the truck thus forward travelling down 

the ramp at the delivery point. Winch-assisted loading is allowable for larger slopes, 

however, operate the trucks assist winch at minimum speed to avoid over-pressurising the 

hydraulic system in the machine. 
When the MB20/26J is on the truck or trailer it should then be made secure by:-

1. Chocking the wheels. 

2. Securing with adequate chains or straps to the lifting lugs on the chassis.

 

Figure 5: Securing the Platform

TOWING & WINCHING VALVES

The fail-safe brakes are automatically applied when the machine comes to a stop or in the 

event of total power loss due to low battery or malfunction of the hydraulic drive system. 
To tow the vehicle or to winch it on to a truck it is necessary to hydraulically bypass the 

control valves and release these brakes.
Make sure the Jib is tied down securely during transport,  DO NOT over tighten straps. 

Straps should have adequate slack so no downward force is applied to the Jib. 

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DO NOT

 loop straps through the cage, ladder or jib as this could 

cause permanent structural damage during transportation.

C A U T I O N

WHEEL CHOCKS

USE 4 SEPARATE 

TIE-DOWNS

Summary of Contents for MB20J

Page 1: ...JANUARY 2018 01 00054 MB20 01 00071 MB26...

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Page 3: ...L NUMBER is also stamped on top of the chassis above the front axle pivot Nameplate The Work Platform Nameplate is located externally at the FRONT of the chassis When contacting Snorkel for service or...

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Page 5: ...ating See Beaufort Scale on page 1 for details NEVER attach notice boards etc to the platform as this will increase wind loading IN CASE OF EMERGENCY push EMERGENCY STOP switch to deactivate all power...

Page 6: ...NOTES...

Page 7: ...2 9 ELEVATING LOWERING THE WORK PLATFORM 2 9 TRAVEL WITH WORK PLATFORM LOWERED 2 10 TRAVEL WITH WORK PLATFORM ELEVATED 2 10 EMERGENCY SITUATIONS 2 11 EMERGENCY LOWERING BY HAND 2 11 Figure 8 Emergenc...

Page 8: ...ratures and conditions ranging between 50c to 20c SCOPE This manual includes the procedures and responsibilities for the inspection transportation safe operation maintenance and repair of this product...

Page 9: ...arm level It features a deadman enable button and selector buttons to provide pre programmed speeds for all functions except drive and steering This control station is used primarily for service type...

Page 10: ...e is limited by the pre programmed speed setting on the motor but is determined by the position of the joystick in the Upper Control Box 1 3 WORKSHOP PROCEDURES All information contained in this manua...

Page 11: ...he machine when wind speeds exceed 12 5m s 28 m p h Beaufort scale 6 BEAUFORT RATING WIND SPEED GROUND CONDITIONS M S KM H FT S M P H 3 3 4 5 4 12 25 19 4 11 5 17 75 7 5 12 0 Papers and thin branches...

Page 12: ...ach over obstacles but must be used on firm and level ground at all times DO NOT use the lifting mechanism to raise or lower goods or persons except within the cage and subject to the specified weight...

Page 13: ...with the machine to fill the batteries to the correct electrolyte level This is done by locating the battery topup valve behind the mast cover inspection door refer to figure 3 and connecting it to t...

Page 14: ...Control Station 8 Check mast chains by elevating the masts approximately 30cm above the rest position Check for correct routing of the energy chain Raise the masts to full height and check for correc...

Page 15: ...0 control module To check it s operation while in platrom drive the machine onto a suitable ramp to raise it s tilt angle above 2 degrees lift the Jib until the jib limit switch just separates a conti...

Page 16: ...cluding pre operation inspection It should never be used to position a manned or un maned platform NOTE It may be used in the event of emergency to lower the manned platform The issue of reduced speed...

Page 17: ...ON 4 STEERING SWITCH 5 SELECTOR SWITCH 6 MAST SELECT BUTTON 7 LOW HIGH TORQUE SELECTOR 8 HORN 2 DEADMAN GRIP 9 LOW BATTERY WARNING CONTROL FUNCTIONS Table 1 Platform Controls and Indicators ITEMS NAME...

Page 18: ...y charge is low and machine automatically switches into limp mode 10 Overload warning lamp Illuminates when load in basket exceeds SWL Table 2 Lower controls and Indicators LOWER CONTROL PANEL ITEMS N...

Page 19: ...t is imperative that the pre operation Safety Inspection has been completed and any deficiencies have been corrected The operator must also be fully trained in the use of this machine Before beginning...

Page 20: ...sure that the drop bar is in position 4 Check that the route is clear of persons obstructions pot holes or ledges and is capable of supporting the wheel loads Also check that the clearances above belo...

Page 21: ...d to lower the platform using the emergency lowering valves Lower the mast structure before lowering the jib platform structure NOTE Lower the masts fully before lowering the jib structure Figure 8 Em...

Page 22: ...lock ballast from the machine Remove the 13 screws connecting the ballast cover to the mast Undo the 4 bolts connecting the ballast to the mast and use a forklift to remove the ballast block The balla...

Page 23: ...RANE 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 spr...

Page 24: ...e made secure by 1 Chocking the wheels 2 Securing with adequate chains or straps to the lifting lugs on the chassis Figure 5 Securing the Platform TOWING WINCHING VALVES The fail safe brakes are autom...

Page 25: ...ass of a slow moving machine W A R N I N G 2 6 AFTER USE STORAGE AFTER USE EACH DAY 1 Ensure that the platform masts and jib are fully lowered 2 Park the machine on firm and level ground never on a gr...

Page 26: ...mast and jib mount area as a minimum This will prevent moisture from entering the mast battery and chassis areas Figure 3 Battery Disconnect Battery Disconnect switch BATTERIES 1 Disconnect the batter...

Page 27: ...Acceptable PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE REPORT Date _______________________________ Owner _____________________________ Model No __________________________ Serial No ___________________________ Serviced...

Page 28: ...bs Maximum Drive Speed Stowed 3 30 km h 2 05mph Maximum Drive Speed Elevated 0 60km h 0 37mph Maximum Gradeability 25 25 Outside Turning Radius 1 90m 6 23ft Electrical Power Source 4 x 6V 375Ah Batter...

Page 29: ...aximum Drive Speed Stowed 3 13 km h 1 94mph Maximum Drive Speed Elevated 0 60km h 0 37mph Maximum Gradeability 25 25 Outside Turning Radius 1 93m 6 33ft Electrical Power Source 4 x 6V 375Ah Battery 4...

Page 30: ...2 Operation Specifications 2 20 NOTES...

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