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Snorkel MHP 15/44HD, Operator'S Manual

The Snorkel MHP 15/44HD is a powerful and reliable all-terrain boom lift designed for optimal performance. To ensure safe and efficient operation, we provide a comprehensive Operator's Manual. You can easily download the manual for free from our website, manualshive.com, to familiarize yourself with this exceptional product.

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page  9 - 12

Rev F

MHP15/44HD – 12885A

9. Pre-operational Inspection

No

Part No

Description

Req

1

0112471

Decal - Snorkel 4 logo

2

2

0150448

Decal - Lanyard attachment

1

3

032-3899

Decal - Electrocution hazard

1

4

12814

Decal - Hydraulic fluid

1

5

12833-2

Serial number plate

1

6

12947

Decal - MHP15/44HD logo

2

7

1843

Decal - Warning, New Zealand
only

1

9428

D e c a l   -   E l e c t r i c   h a z a r d ,
Australia only

1

8

300699

Decal - Operators checklist

1

9

45198-6

Decal - Do not disable limit
switch

3

10

45198-7

Decal - Wind speed rating

2

11

569295

Decal - Snorkel 3 logo

2

12

12424

Decal - Towing speed 

1

13

7856-50

Decal - Tyre pressure

2

14

8945

Decal - Vehicle Indentifcation
Number

1

15

9223-3

C h e v r o n   w a r n i n g   s t r i p e s
(pieces)

10

16

9963

 Decal - Lower control valve
operation

1

17

9751

Decal - New Zealand made
logo

1

18

12545

D e c a l   -   A u t o   s t a b i l i s e r
operation (when fitted)

1

19

013-0025

D e c a l   -   W a r n i n g   w i t h
stabilisers

1

20

1772-002-K

Decal - Fit boom cradle lock pin

2

21

12753

Decal - Emergency  bleed 
down valve

1

22

11843

Decal - Manual stabilisers

1

23

0323897

Decal - Danger m ust not
operate

1

24

12423-200

Decal - Rated load

1

25

99228-1

Decal - Caution safety harness

1

26

007-1925

Decal - Gasoline

1

27

56242-6

Decal - O perator m anual
enclosed

1

28

13030

Decal - Electrocution hazard 

No

Part No

Description

Req

29

1697-006

Decal - In case of function
failure

1

30

12877-1

Decal - Lower control box

1

31

0070420

Decal - Emergency bleed
down

1

32

12861-1

Decal - Upper control box,
non-rotate

1

12861-2

Decal - Upper control box,
rotate

1

33

13029

Decal - Emergency lowering

1

34

13183

Decal - Remove from towing
vehicle before operating
(Only on machines after Serial
Number NZ080622) 

1

35

13205

D e c a l ,   1 0 . 9 m   h e i g h t
restriction, Australia only (from 
serial number NZ080821)

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Summary of Contents for MHP 15/44HD

Page 1: ...HD Engine Powered Gasoline Battery Electric Operator s Manual P N 12885A March 2009 Rev F From Serial Number NZ090324 ...

Page 2: ...nty 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 furnish their own warranty Snorkel will however to the extent permitted pass through any such warranty protection to the Customer or Dealer 2 Any Snorkel product which has been modified or altered out...

Page 3: ...rt of the MHP15 44HD 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 enter or leave the MHP15 44HD until you are sure the electricity has been turned off If a MHP15 44HD is in contact with a live conductor the platform operator MUST warn others on the ground in the vicinity of the MHP15 44...

Page 4: ...ch Distance 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 over 200kv to 350kv 20 6 10 over 350kv to 500kv 25 7 62 over 500kv to 750kv 35 10 67 over 750kv to 1000kv 45 13 72 Figure 3 M S A D Denotes prohibited zone Danger Caution Do not allow machine p...

Page 5: ...tive power options Alternative gasoline engine Diesel engine 110 240V AC motor and pump Battery electric Operation Manual This manual provides information for safe and proper operation of the aerial platform Read and understand the information in this Operator s manual before operating this machine on a job site Additional copies of this manual may be ordered from Snorkel Supply the model and manu...

Page 6: ...not trained and authorised death or serious injury can result from such accidents Read and understand the information in this manual and on the placards and decals on the machine before operating the MHP on the job Maintenance Every person who maintains inspects tests or repairs these machines and every person supervising any of these functions must be properly trained and qualified to do so This ...

Page 7: ...n should be made to the equipment without prior written consent of the Snorkel Engineering Department Make a pre start inspection of the MHP at the beginning of each shift A malfunctioning machine must not be used Make an inspection of the work place to locate possible hazards before operating the MHP Additional Information For additional information contact your local dealer or Snorkel at Snorkel...

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Page 9: ...p Switches Machines with Hydraulic Controls 3 1 At ground control box 3 1 At platform control box steel platform 3 2 At platform control box insulated fibreglass platform 3 2 At platform control box non insulated fibreglass platform 3 2 Other Safety Devices 3 2 Lanyard anchor points 3 2 Gravity gate 3 3 Guardrails 3 3 10 9m height restriction kit Option 3 3 Foot switch 3 3 Bubble level 3 3 RCD ELC...

Page 10: ...g machines with electric controls 9 11 Decal list machines with hydraulic controls 9 12 Decal inspection drawing machines with hydraulic controls 9 13 Decal list low voltage insulated machines 9 14 Decal inspection drawing low voltage insulated machines 9 15 10 Operation Operating Procedures 10 1 Control Stations 10 1 Emergency Stopping 10 1 Emergency Stopping Machines with Electric Controls 10 1 ...

Page 11: ...atteries charging 13 4 Other Options 13 4 Air Line To Platform 13 4 Dual Fuel 13 4 Work Lights 13 4 Flashing Light 13 4 Platform Rotator 13 4 Battery Isolate Switch 13 4 RCD ELCB AC Outlet 13 4 Self Levelling Stabiliser 13 4 10 9 Metre Height Restriction Kit 13 5 Low Voltage Insulation 13 5 Spare Wheel 13 5 Fibreglass Basket 13 5 Stabiliser Hand Pump 13 6 Powered Jockey Wheel 13 6 14 Fire Fighting...

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Page 13: ...ating the MHP Figure 1 Minimum Safe Approach Distance ANSI A92 5 The MHP is not electrically insulated Death or serious injury can result from contact with or inadequate clearance from an energised conductor Do not go closer than the minimum safe approach distance ANSI publications define minimum distances that must be observed when working near bus bars and energised power lines Figure 1 and Tabl...

Page 14: ...nd floor obstructions Debris 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 and weather conditions Presence of unauthorized persons Other possible unsafe conditions Before the MHP15 44HD is used determine the hazard classification of any particular at...

Page 15: ...Operate the MHP only on a firm flat level surface capable of withstanding all load forces imposed by the MHP15 44HD in all operating conditions The MHP can tip over if it becomes unstable Death or serious injury can result from a tip over accident Do not drive or position the MHP platform for elevated use near any drop ff hole slope soft or uneven ground or other tip over hazard Do not operate the...

Page 16: ...lic oil and gasoline are flammable and can ex plode NOTE This machine is equipped with an internal combustion engine in it s standard configuration and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest covered brush covered or grass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable laws If a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effe...

Page 17: ...10 9m restriction kit This kit is fitted to restrict the maximum height to the platform floor at 10 9 meters from the ground This is to allow the unit to be operated by unlicensed operators in accordance with Austra lian legislation The operator MUST hold a WP Certificate of Competency in order to operate the machine at heights in excess of 11m Note See the Options chapter page 5 for details conce...

Page 18: ...ING DANGER DO NOT ALTER OR DISABLE LIMIT SWITCHES SAFETY SWITCHES OR INTERLOCKS 451986 DANGER MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE WIND SPEED 12 5m sec 45198 7 300699 13205 7856 50 013 0025 13183 0323899 45198 7 1772 002 K 10036 0323897 451986 9223 3 BOTH SIDES OF EACH STABILISER WARNING 013 0025 Death or serious injury could occur from tipover All outriggers must be extended onto firm level surface before elevating...

Page 19: ...XIMUM ALLOWABLE WIND SPEED 12 5m sec 45198 7 300699 7856 50 013 0025 0323899 45198 7 1772 002 K 1772 002 K 0323897 451986 9223 3 BOTH SIDES OF EACH STABILISER WARNING 013 0025 Death or serious injury could occur from tipover All outriggers must be extended onto firm level surface before elevating or before entering platform Do not exceed platform capacity DANGER ELECTROCUTION HAZARD THIS MACHINE I...

Page 20: ...TER OR DISABLE LIMIT SWITCHES SAFETY SWITCHES OR INTERLOCKS 451986 TOWING SPEED 80KPH 12424 50MPH MAXIMUM 45198 6 0070420 or 12753 7856 50 007 1925 45198 6 12424 9223 3 BOTH SIDES OF EACH STABILISER 0071925 GASOLINE MACHINES WITH ELECTRIC CONTROLS EMERGENCY BLEED DOWN VALVE 0070420 On Engine Petrol Tank TYRE PRESSURE 50psi 344kPa COLD7856 50 ...

Page 21: ...S 451986 DANGER DO NOT ALTER OR DISABLE LIMIT SWITCHES SAFETY SWITCHES OR INTERLOCKS 451986 TOWING SPEED 80KPH 12424 50MPH MAXIMUM 45198 6 7856 50 007 1925 On Engine Petrol Tank 45198 6 12424 9223 3 BOTH SIDES OF EACH STABILISER 0071925 GASOLINE MACHINES WITH HYDRAULIC CONTROLS TYRE PRESSURE 50psi 344kPa COLD7856 50 ...

Page 22: ...s electrical hazards before commencing to use the appliance whilst working or travelling the appliance in the vicinity of live electrical apparatus 3m for voltages up to 132 000 6m for voltages above 132 000 and up to 330 000 8m for voltages above 330 000 New Zealand Only Australia Only RATED LOAD 440LB 12423 200 200KG ELECTROCUTION HAZARD This machine is not electrically insulated 0072531 99228 1...

Page 23: ... whilst working or travelling the appliance in the vicinity of live electrical apparatus 3m for voltages up to 132 000 6m for voltages above 132 000 and up to 330 000 8m for voltages above 330 000 New Zealand Only Australia Only RATED LOAD 440LB 12423 200 200KG 99228 1 CAUTION EACH PERSON ON THE PLATFORM MUST WEAR A FULL SAFETY HARNESS WITH LEG STRAPS AND ENERGY ABSORBING LANYARD ATTACHED TO AN AP...

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Page 25: ...cover insulation for signs of cracking or corrosion Never use a LV MHP15 44HD 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 other contaminants Clean with soap and water and dry with a soft lint free cloth For contaminants that can not be removed with soap and water use methylated spirits ...

Page 26: ... DISABLE LIMIT SWITCHES SAFETY SWITCHES OR INTERLOCKS 451986 DANGER MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE WIND SPEED 12 5m sec 45198 7 300699 7856 50 12829 013 0025 45198 7 1772 002 K 12829 2 0323897 451986 9223 3 BOTH SIDES OF EACH STABILISER WARNING 013 0025 Death or serious injury could occur from tipover All outriggers must be extended onto firm level surface before elevating or before entering platform Do not ex...

Page 27: ...CKS 451986 TOWING SPEED 80KPH 12424 50MPH MAXIMUM 45198 6 7856 50 007 1925 12829 1 12829 3 45198 6 12424 9223 3 BOTH SIDES OF EACH STABILISER 0071925 GASOLINE LOW VOLTAGE INSULATED MACHINES 1 2 8 2 9 3 LV COVER12829 1 CONDITION DRY WET PRECIPITATION BASKET BOOM CHASSIS LV LV NA LV LV NA LV LV NA 12829 2 12829 2 UNINSULATED12829 12829 12829 1 LV COVER12829 1 12829 1 LV COVER12829 1 TYRE PRESSURE 50...

Page 28: ...FORM DANGER MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE WIND SPEED 12 5m sec 45198 7 99228 1 13029 12423 200 0150448 0072531 ON TOP OF BASKET LIP ON OUTSIDE OF BASKET EMERGENCY LOWERING TO LOWER UPPER BOOM TURN VALVE COUNTER CLOCKWISE 13029 TO LOWER LOWER BOOM OPERATE LOWER BOOM CONTROL TO SLEW OPERATE SLEW CONTROL TO RETRACT FLY BOOM OPERATE FLY BOOM CONTROL LOW VOLTAGE INSULATED MACHINES LV COVER12829 1 12829 1 ON OUTSID...

Page 29: ...OPERATE FLY BOOM CONTROL LOW VOLTAGE INSULATED MACHINES LV COVER12829 1 LV COVER12829 1 12829 1 9428 AUSTRALIA ONLY 12829 1 ON OUTSIDE OF BASKET SIDE ON OUTSIDE OF BASKET SIDE 0150448 SWL 200 KG 2025 200 Fibreglass basket safety decal layout B DANGER BEWARE OF ELECTRICAL HAZARDS REGULATION 133A OF THE CONSTRUCTION SAFETYACT 1912 REQUIRES a Minimum approach of an appliance b Inspection of the work ...

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Page 31: ...on in at any time under any conditions and the entire machine stops and nothing moves This switch must be out on for anything on the MHP15 44HD to work Pull the switch and it will pop out on At platform control box Figure 3 2 Emergency Stop Switch at Platform Control Box Press the red EMERGENCY STOP button in at any time under any conditions and the entire ma chine stops and nothing moves This swi...

Page 32: ... button in at any time under any conditions and the entire machine stops and nothing moves This switch must be out on for anything on the MHP15 44HD to work Pull the switch and it will pop out on NOTE The ground control box is designed to override the platform control box If the platform control box EMERGENCY STOP switch is in off the ground control box can still be used to start and operate the M...

Page 33: ...to allow the unit to be operated by unlicensed operators in accordance with Australian legislation Note See the Options chapter page 5 for details concerning this kit Foot switch Figure 3 11 Foot Switch The foot switch prevents the platform from moving if something accidentally pushes one of the platform moving controls on the platform control box Stepping on the foot switch is an action that must...

Page 34: ...ool lead from the platform box and reset the RCD at the base If the problem persists call a trained service technician Flashing light Option The flashing light alerts people that the MHP15 44HD is moving The light flashes at about one flash per second any time the MASTER KEY switch is on There is no ON OFF switch for the flashing light it cannot be turned off while the MHP15 44HD is running page 3...

Page 35: ...al Specifications Recommended Hydraulic Oil Shell Tellus 32 or Castrol AWS 32 or similar MHP15 44HD 12885A Rev F page 4 1 SPECIFICATIONS MHP15 44HD Nominal working height 14 8m 48 6 Maximum height to basket floor 12 8m 42 Maximum outreach 6 6m 21 6 Maximum width of base Stabilisers retracted Stabilisers extended 1 8m 3 5m 5 11 11 6 Safe working load unrestricted 200kg 440lbs Platform size 1 7 x 0 ...

Page 36: ... Max output 4 kW 4 000 rpm Max torque 1 1 kg m 8 0 ft lb 2500 rpm Fuel gasoline Fuel Grade automotive gasoline unleaded or lowleaded preferred Fuel consumption 230 g PSh Cooling system Forced air Ignition system Transistor magneto PTO shaft rotation Counterclockwise Oil Capacity 0 60 litres 0 60 US qt 0 53 Imp qt Oil Grade SAE 10W 30 Engine Data 1 9m 40m 4 3m 50m 3m 1 65m 7 3m Overall Dimensions M...

Page 37: ... 22 9 6 19 6 19 6 5 5 16 4 16 4 4 4 13 1 13 1 3 3 9 8 9 8 2 2 6 5 6 5 1 1 3 2 3 2 0 0 METRES FEET 16 52 4 15 49 2 14 45 9 13 42 6 12 39 3 11 36 1 10 32 8 9 29 5 8 26 2 7 22 9 6 6 19 6 5 16 4 4 13 1 3 9 8 2 6 5 1 0 0 METRES FEET 3 2 STANDARD 15m WORKING CURVE 10 9m RESTRICTED WORKING CURVE ...

Page 38: ...Serial Number VIN Number Jib boom Upper boom Booms identification Nomenclature And Serial Numbers Jockey wheel Tow coupling Draw bar Outriggers 4 Trailer Outrigger controls Engine cover Column Ground controls Platform controls Platform Right side view of machine ...

Page 39: ...MHP15 44HD 12885A Rev F page 4 5 4 Specifications Oil tank Outrigger cylinder Hand brake Upper cylinders Lower cylinder Jib Cylinder Left side view of machine ...

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Page 41: ... Lower the stabilisers front ones first one at a time just enough to center the bubble in the circle on top of the gauge When the bubble is central the plat form is level and the platform can be safely raised Hydraulic Oil Level Figure 5 3 Hydraulic Oil Level The hydraulic oil level gauge is attached to the filler cap read it only when the booms are fully lowered and the stabilisers are raised in ...

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Page 43: ...it breaker on a standard MHP15 44HD that is accessible to the operator Its purpose is to protect the electrical circuits from electrical overloads When the circuit breaker trips pops out push it back in then attempt to use the MHP15 44HD If the circuit breaker trips a second time take the MHP15 44HD out of service and re fer the problem to a qualified trained service techni cian for repair Stabili...

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Page 45: ...ontrols Ground Controls Ground Emergency Lower valve 12385 10 LIFT ENABLE JIB BOOM UPPER BOOM LOWER BOOM ROTATE PLATFORM SLEW SPEED CONTROL EMERGENCY LOWER 1 2 TO LOWER PLATFORM OPERATE EMERGENCY LOWER SWITCH TO SLEW BOOM OPERATE EMERGENCY LOWER SLEW SWITCHES TOGETHER CHOKE 12385 11 EMERGENCY LOWER Optional Automatic Stabiliser Controls 12404 13 LF LR RR RF Auto Stow Auto Level Manual Operation Sw...

Page 46: ...rm is to stay in one position for a long time that will turn the engine off and save fuel 5 Boom Speed This control determines how fast the booms move Set it to SLOW turtle until you are very familiar with the way the machine works or if the platform is working in dangerous or cramped surroundings 6 Stabliser Boom Selector Switch Must be in Stabliser outrigger position down for the outriggers to w...

Page 47: ...at ambient air temperature a cold engine This will choke the engine 3 Start This switch works like an automobile ignition switch Hold it at START until the engine starts then release it to ON If the engine dies in ON the key must be turned to OFF O before it will go back to START Turn the switch to OFF if the platform is to stay in one position for a long time that will turn the engine off and sav...

Page 48: ...atform to move Figure 7 5 Upper Controls Foot Switch Stabiliser Controls Figure 7 6 Stabiliser Controls Manual 1 Boom Stabiliser Switch Ensure the boom stabiliser switch on the lower control box is set to stabiliser see Item 6 on page 2 of this chapter NOTE Ensure that the front stabilisers are lowered first to prevent damage to the jockey wheel 2 Valve Levers Operate the valve levers to activate ...

Page 49: ...4 Lift Enable Light This is a duplicate of the lift enable light on the lower control box The platform can only be raised when this light is lit When this light is not lit the platform will not raise because the stabilisers are not set properly NOTE Ensure that the front stabilisers are lowered first to prevent damage to the jockey wheel Activate the rear stabilisers and level the machine using th...

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Page 51: ...Auto Level Manual Operation Switches 12404 12 OUTRIGGERS DISABLED UNLESS BOOMS STOWED OUTRIGGER INTERLOCKS BOOMS DISABLED UNLESS ALL OUTRIGGERS ARE DEPLOYED AND ALL LEG INDICATOR LIGHTS ARE LIT CAUTION ENSURE ALL FOUR FOOT PLATES ARE IN FULL CONTACT WITH THE GROUND AND THAT THEY ARE CLEAR OF MANHOLE COVERS DRAINS AND UNSTABLE GROUND ETC LIFT ENABLE 1 2 RF LF RR LR BOOMS STABILISER CHOKE PLATFORM B...

Page 52: ... Platform Ground Selector Must be in the GROUND position down for the ground controls to work The switch MUST be in the PLATFORM position up for the platform controls to work 3 Choke Cold Start Hold the switch UP while you start an engine that is at ambient air temperature a cold engine This will choke the engine 4 Master Key Switch This switch works like an automobile ignition switch Hold it at S...

Page 53: ...ntire machine stops and nothing moves This switch must be out on to start or run the MHP from the platform control box Pull the switch and it will pop out on Press the switch in off if the platform is to stay in one position for a long time That will turn the engine off and and save fuel 2 Choke Cold Start Hold the switch UP while you start an engine that is at ambient air temperature a cold engin...

Page 54: ...witch Start switch Emergency lower control valve Valve control lever for slew Valve control lever for lower boom Valve control lever for upper boom Valve control lever for fly boom Optional Valve control lever for platform rotate 1 Emergency Stop Press the red EMERGENCY STOP button in at any time under any conditions and the entire machine stops and nothing moves This switch must be out on to star...

Page 55: ...w Valve control lever for lower boom Valve control lever for upper boom Valve control lever for fly boom Optional Valve control lever for platform rotate 1 Emergency Stop Press the red EMERGENCY STOP button in at any time under any conditions and the entire machine stops and nothing moves This switch must be out on to start or run the MHP from the platform control box Pull the switch and it will p...

Page 56: ...ol levers All lever movement is vertical This produces a cor responding left right movement for control levers and an up down movement for control levers and and an extend retract movement for con trol lever Figure 8 13 Upper Controls Non Insulated Fibreglass Basket Platform Movement Control Valve levers Stabiliser Controls Figure 8 14 Stabiliser Controls Manual 1 Boom Stabiliser Switch Ensure the...

Page 57: ...4 Lift Enable Light This is a duplicate of the lift enable light on the lower control box The platform can only be raised when this light is lit When this light is not lit the platform will not raise because the stabilisers are not set properly NOTE Ensure that the front stabilisers are lowered first to prevent damage to the jockey wheel Activate the rear stabilisers and level the machine using th...

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Page 59: ... Visually inspect level between lines on dipstick Hydraulic oil leaks Visually inspect hoses tubes Tires and wheels Visually inspect condition Bolts and fasteners Visually inspect condition Structural damage and welds Visually inspect weld cracks dents Lanyard anchor points Visually inspect condition Platform gravity gate Check condition and operation Platform guardrails Visually inspect condition...

Page 60: ...he fuel line from the engine to the fuel tank for leaks Engine Oil Level Figure 9 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 screw it in If the level is low fill to the top of the oil filler neck with the recommended oil See the Specifications chapter 4 for the correct engine oil grade and weight Wiring Harnesses...

Page 61: ...slipping cuts and puncture wounds if under high pressure Do not search for leaks with your hand Have a qualified trained maintenance person repair all hydraulic fluid leaks before you operate an MHP15 44HD Hydraulic oil leaks are easily visible and can show up anyplace Visually inspect the entire machine for hydraulic oil Check the ground under the machine for leaked oil Carefully inspect the ends...

Page 62: ...or towing sta bility Figure 9 10 Tyre Condition Check each wheel for obvious damage that could cause a blowout Figure 9 11 Tyre Pressure Ensure tyre pressures are maintained according to the decal attached to the trailer The correct tyre pressure for the MHP15 44HD is 50psi or 344kPa readings taken with cold tyres Structural Damage and Welds Visually inspect all welds for cracks all structural mem...

Page 63: ...t to see that the light flashes at approximately one flash per second when the motor key switch is turned on Before proceeding with the next section of the Pre operational Inspection you will need to start the engine and set the stabilisers Refer to the Operation chapter if you need assistance with this NOTE Control Options If your machine has hydraulic controls go to page 7 Ground Control Switche...

Page 64: ...box Emergency lower from the upper control box is achieved by turning the upper control to on and de pressing the foot switch whilst operating the Emer gency Lower switch To slew the unit select the direction required on the slew toggle switch at the same time For correct emergency lowering operating procedures see Emergency Operation chapter 11 Platform Control Switches Machines with Electric Con...

Page 65: ...olumn see Figure 9 23 Figure 9 23 Ground Emergency Lower Valve The upper boom should begin to lower immedi ately To retract the fly boom operate the fly boom lever To lower the lower boom operate the lower boom lever To test the slew while lowering operate the slew le ver NOTE 1 Emergency Lowering Slewing retracting the fly boom and lowering the lower boom during bleed down must be accomplished be...

Page 66: ... Platform Control Switches Steel Platform Figure 9 25 2 Platform Control Switches Fibreglass Platform On the ground control box set the Ground Plat form Selector to platform see Figure 9 21 With the Ground Platform Selector set to ground Check that each of the boom moving valve levers see Figure 9 26 through to cause the MHP15 44HD to move the way it should NOTE Platform Control Valve Levers Depen...

Page 67: ...followed by soap and water Placards and Decals Look to see that all placards and decals are in place and legible Clean dirty or obscured decals with soap and water and a soft lint cloth Replace any missing or illegible placards or decals before plac ing the MHP15 44HD into service for the daily work shift NOTE Owing to manufacturing variances and customer preferences there may be some small differ...

Page 68: ...al Vehicle Indentifcation Number 1 15 9223 3 Chevron warning stripes pieces 10 16 013 0025 Decal Warning with stabilisers 1 17 9751 Decal New Zealand made logo 1 18 12545 Decal Auto stabiliser operation 1 19 10036 Decal Cradle latch 1 20 1772 002 K Decal Fit boom cradle lock pin 1 21 12753 Decal Emergency bleed down valve 1 22 0072531 Decal Decal Electrocution hazard before SN NZ070801 1 23 032389...

Page 69: ...ection drawing machines with electric controls MHP15 44HD 12885A Rev F page 9 11 9 Pre operational Inspection 1 1 9 9 9 17 3 11 11 19 5 13 30 13 21 7 15 15 15 23 2 10 10 18 4 12 20 6 6 14 16 29 22 8 24 25 27 26 28 ...

Page 70: ...eration 1 17 9751 Decal New Zealand made logo 1 18 12545 Decal Auto stabiliser operation when fitted 1 19 013 0025 Decal Warning with stabilisers 1 20 1772 002 K Decal Fit boom cradle lock pin 2 21 12753 Decal Emergency bleed down valve 1 22 11843 Decal Manual stabilisers 1 23 0323897 Decal Danger must not operate 1 24 12423 200 Decal Rated load 1 25 99228 1 Decal Caution safety harness 1 26 007 1...

Page 71: ...wing machines with hydraulic controls MHP15 44HD 12885A Rev F page 9 13 9 Pre operational Inspection 1 1 9 9 9 17 3 11 11 20 5 13 13 21 29 7 15 15 16 34 15 23 2 10 10 32 18 4 12 20 30 35 6 6 14 19 22 8 24 25 27 26 28 33 31 ...

Page 72: ...peration 1 17 9751 Decal New Zealand made logo 1 18 12545 Decal Auto stabiliser operation when fitted 1 19 013 0025 Decal Warning with stabilisers 1 20 1772 002 K Decal Fit boom cradle lock pin 2 21 12829 2 Decal Condition 2 22 11843 Decal Manual stabilisers 1 23 0323897 Decal Danger must not operate 1 24 12423 200 Decal Rated load 1 25 99228 1 Decal Caution safety harness 1 26 007 1925 Decal Gaso...

Page 73: ...ow voltage insulated machines MHP15 44HD 12885A Rev F page 9 15 9 Pre operational Inspection 1 1 9 9 9 17 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 3 11 11 20 5 13 13 21 21 29 15 15 28 28 16 32 15 23 2 10 10 30 18 4 12 20 6 6 14 19 22 8 24 25 27 26 31 31 33 ...

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Page 75: ...oms are in the stowed position The MHP15 44HD is not Electrically Insulated in its standard form Death or Serious Injury to operating personnel can occur if the machine should come into contact with energized electrical wires during operation DO NOT attempt to operate the MHP15 44HD ground controls if the platform booms or any other conducting part of an MHP15 44HD is in contact with energized ele...

Page 76: ...raulic Controls if you intend to start and run the MHP15 44HD from the ground station Stabiliser Operation NOTE All Stabiliser Operations The stabilisers will only function when the booms are stowed Once the booms are raised the stabilisers will not operate NOTE Operating the Stabilisers Before you can operate the stabilisers you need to start the engine See Starting From Ground Control Box on pag...

Page 77: ...sition To do so press and hold switch in the auto stow direction and all the stabilisers will raise automatically to the stowed position NOTE Although this option is primarily designed to automatically set the stabilisers it is also possible to set the stabilisers manually Setting the stabilisers manually 1 Operate each switch see Figure 10 7 to raise or lower each stabiliser one at a time Use the...

Page 78: ... Figure 10 10 into the Master Key Switch and turn the key on 4 If the engine is at ambient temperature cold hold the Choke Cold Start Switch see Figure 10 10 up throughout the next step 5 Turn the key to Start and hold it there until the engine starts or for a maximum time of 6 seconds When the engine starts release the key and the choke switch if you used it see Figure 10 10 If the engine does no...

Page 79: ...ughout the next step 8 Turn the Anti Restart switch to START and hold it there until the engine starts or for a maximum time of 6 seconds When the engine starts release the key 6 and the choke switch if you used it see Figure 10 13 If the engine does not start in 6 seconds turn the Anti Restart switch OFF and release the choke Wait 60 seconds before trying to restart the engine again Continual cra...

Page 80: ...latform assembly to rotate to the right whilst pressing the switch to the left causes the column boom platform assembly to rotate to the left From platform control box When you operate from the platform control box be sure that the lanyard of your fall restraint is attached to an anchor point on the platform mount Each of the platform movement switches is shown in the following photograph Figure 1...

Page 81: ...ure 10 17 Figure 10 17 Ground Control Box Starting 2 Set the Platform Ground Selector switch to GROUND see Figure 10 17 3 Insert the key see Figure 10 17 into the Master Key Switch and turn the key on 4 If the engine is at ambient temperature cold hold the Choke Cold Start Switch see Figure 10 17 up throughout the next step 5 Turn the key to Start and hold it there until the engine starts or for a...

Page 82: ...s the column boom platform assembly to rotate to the right whilst pressing the lever DOWN causes the column boom platform assembly to rotate to the left 2 Lower boom lever Moving this lever UP will raise the lower boom whilst pressing it DOWN will cause the lower boom to descend 3 Upper boom lever Moving this lever UP will raise the upper boom whilst pressing it DOWN will cause the upper boom to d...

Page 83: ...r Centre valve The function of this valve is to control the point at which the upper boom reaches its maximum height When the valve is activated two things will occur 1 The upper boom will stop rising automatically 2 The lower boom will not lower if activated When this happens the upper boom must be low ered which will deactivate the over centre valve thus restoring all normal boom functions Secur...

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Page 85: ...efore emergency operation procedures will work at the platform control box Figure 11 1 1 The Master Key Switch must be ON see Figure 11 1 2 The Emergency Stop switch must be ON see Figure 11 1 3 The Platform Ground Selector switch see Figure 11 1 must be set to PLATFORM Figure 11 2 4 Set the Emergency Stop switch to ON see Figure 11 2 5 Set the Anti Restart switch see Figure 11 2 to ON Figure 11 3...

Page 86: ...fully closed Failure to do this will prevent normal operation of the booms and platform Emergency Operation Procedures Machines with Hydraulic Controls Operation from platform control station 1 Open the emergency bleed down valve in the platform see Figure 11 7 11 7 2 by turning it anti clockwise Figure 11 7 Platform Emergency Bleed Down Valve Steel Platform Figure 11 7 2 Platform Emergency Bleed ...

Page 87: ... Emergency Bleed Down Valve 2 When the valve is opened the upper boom will IMMEDIATELY begin to descend 3 To lower the lower boom operate the lower boom valve lever see Figure 11 10 4 To slew while lowering operate the slew valve lever see Figure 11 10 Figure 11 10 Ground Control Levers NOTE Slewing and lowering the lower boom during bleed down must be accomplished before the upper boom is fully l...

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Page 89: ...ugh the boom pin Figure 12 2 Lower Boom Cradle Lock 4 Insert the upper boom restraining lock pin and ensure the pin keeper is correctly locked in place see Figure 12 3 Figure 12 3 Upper Boom restraining Lock NOTE Some early production machines will have an earlier style upper boom restraining latch see Figure 12 3 3 4b Attach the boom restraining latch and pull down the handle to the locked positi...

Page 90: ...gulations 1 Visually inspect the tow ball on the towing vehicle 2 Ensure the tow ball is matching in size with the tow coupling on the trailer 3 Ensure the tow ball is mounted correctly and is fitted tightly 4 Connect the tow coupling and ensure the latching mechanism is working and has latched 5 Connect the break away chain to the towing vehicle unset the reversing lock on the tow coupling 6 Chec...

Page 91: ... Switch Electric Controls If your machine has hydraulic controls this switch is mounted on the front of the lower control box see Figure 13 2 2 Figure 13 2 2 Petrol Electric Switch Hydraulic Controls If the gasoline engine is selected SWITCH UP the DC motor will not function and if the DC motor is selected SWITCH DOWN the gasoline engine will not run DC motor battery switch In order to operate the...

Page 92: ...e located at the ground control station see Figure 13 5 1 and at the platform con trol station see Figure13 5 2 Figure 13 5 1 Electric Motor Enable Switch Ground Station Hydraulic Controls Figure 13 5 2 Electric Motor Enable Switch Platform Station Hydraulic Controls Note The DC motor will only run when a function is selected e g raising a boom and either the ground station or platform station ele...

Page 93: ...itched off The charging cycle may last from 1 to 12 hours de pending on the state of the batteries If the charging cycle should exceed 16 hours indi cating a fault the charger will automatically shut down and the batteries should be checked The inlet for connection of mains power to the charger is mounted in the engine bay and can be accessed through the engine cover or with the en gine cover remo...

Page 94: ...s and other built up areas Work Lights Rubber encased work lights can be fitted to the platform guardrails The lights are swivel mounted and each has its own switch Flashing Light Mounted on the lower boom the flashing light alerts people that the MHP15 44HD is moving The light flashes at about one flash per second any time the MASTER KEY switch is on There is no ON OFF switch for the flashing lig...

Page 95: ...t Switch The use of this machine in the unrestricted mode over 10 9m by an uncertified operator is a breach of Australian law In order to operate this machine in the unrestricted mode the operator is required to hold a WP Certificate of Competency The key MUST NOT be left in the machine by a qualified operator when the machine is unattended Note The key can only be removed in the 10 9m restricted ...

Page 96: ...orward and press down and hold the lever to reverse Figure 13 18 Stowing the Powered Jockey Wheel When stowing the wheel for travelling undo the lock nut slide the wheel assembly sideways and swing the assembly forward in the direction of the arrow Locate the locking pin in the hole and tighten the lock nut Note It is not possible to operate the hydraulic outlet in the basket if installed while th...

Page 97: ...uishing 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 are produced in the cells during normal battery operation Hydrogen gas is flammable and oxygen supports combustion These gases enter the air through the vent caps To avoid the chance of a fire or explosion kee...

Page 98: ...lastomer 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 or leak Pick up and handle as any other inert solid mate rial Waste disposal method Not considered a hazardous material Dispose of material according to any local state and federal regulations Gas...

Page 99: ...ct as possible Dispose of non recyclable material as a RCRA hazardous waste by such methods as incineration complying with federal state and local regula tions Liquefied Petroleum Gas UN 1075 Extinguishing media Water spray Class A B C or BC fire extinguishers Special fire fighting procedures Stop flow of gas Use water to keep fire exposed containers cool Use water spray to disperse unig nited gas...

Page 100: ...in 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 materi als Remove contaminated items including contami nated soil and place in proper containers for dis posal Avoid washing draining or directing material to storm or sanitary sewers Waste disposal method Recycle as much of the rec...

Page 101: ...roblem to a qualified service technician 3 Loose battery terminals Tighten battery leads at battery Engine cranks but will not start 1 Out of fuel Fill the engine with the correct type grade of fuel 2 Fuel tap off Locate fuel tap on engine and turn to ON Engine runs but no outrigger function 1 Leg boom switch in lower control box incorrectly set Switch to Stabilisers to operate stabilisers Engine ...

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Page 103: ...uit 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 hazard from defective electrical tools or wiring guardrail system a vertical barrier around the platform to prevent personnel from falling hazardous location any location that contains or has the poten...

Page 104: ... 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 rest position turning radius the raidus of the circle created by the wheel during a 360O turn with the steering wheels turned to maximum inside turning radius is the wheel closest to the centre and out...

Page 105: ...ector Switch 7 2 8 2 Start 7 3 8 3 8 4 8 5 Upper Boom 7 2 7 3 Ground Control Box 7 2 8 2 Control switches 7 2 8 2 Platform Control Box Control switches 7 3 8 3 Controls and Control Decals Locations 7 1 E Electrical Electrocution 1 3 10 1 Electrical Hazard Warning see Electrical Hazard page i Electrical Safety Certificate 2 13 Emergency lower 9 6 Emergency Lower Control 7 3 8 2 8 3 8 4 8 6 Emergenc...

Page 106: ...ards and decals 9 9 Standard placards and decals 9 9 Platform Foot switch 10 6 Lanyard anchor points 9 4 Platform size 4 1 Pre operational Inspection Table 9 1 Pre start Inspection 1 2 R RCD ELCB Outlet option 6 1 Right side view of machine 4 4 S Safe Operation 1 1 Safe working load 4 1 Safety Low Voltage Insulation 2 13 2 14 2 15 2 16 2 17 Basket Emergency Exit 2 13 Decals and Placards 2 13 Earth...

Page 107: ...nsport Vehicle 12 2 Trailering 12 2 Travelling height 4 1 Troubleshooting 15 1 Operator Troubleshooting Chart 15 1 Turntable rotation 4 1 U Upper Controls Fibreglass basket 8 4 W Warranty Limited see inside front cover Weight 4 1 Wheels and tyres 9 4 Wiring harnesses 9 2 Loose connections 9 2 Work Place Inspection and Practices 1 2 Working Envelope MHP15 44HD 4 3 Working height 4 1 MHP15 44HD 1288...

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