Snorkel S2646, Manual

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S2646/S3246 Maintenance – 15
Lubrication
Specific lubricants as recommended by Snorkel, should
be used in maintaining the unit. If in doubt regarding the
use of lubricants other than those listed, contact Snorkel
Customer Service Department for evaluation and recom-
mendation.
Anytime the aerial platform is elevated to perform main-
tenance work, properly position the safety prop as out-
lined on the safety prop decal.
A
Danger
Pinch points exist on the scissors structure. Death
or serious injury will result if the scissors structure
drops onto personnel working within the scissors
arms or under the raised platform. Properly posi-
tion the safety prop before reaching through the
scissors structure.
Refer to the above lubrication illustration for location of
item numbers.
Service all fittings as indicated in the Maintenance Sched-
ule and lubrication illustration. Wipe away all excess lu-
bricant from exposed surfaces. Over lubrication can col-
lect dirt and foreign matter which acts as an abrasive.
Lubrication of accessory equipment should be in accor-
dance with the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Tie Rods
Tie rods – Item 1. Lubricate using a petroleum based
spray lubricant following the Frequent Inspection and Main-
tenance schedule.
Steer Cylinder Ends
Steer cylinder ends – Item 2. Lubricate using a petro-
leum based spray lubricant following the Frequent Inspec-
tion and Maintenance schedule.
Pothole Protectors
Pothole protectors – Item 3. Lubricate using a petroleum
based spray lubricant following the Frequent Inspection
and Maintenance schedule.
After lubricating, remove any excess so it will not collect
dirt and debris.
Hydraulic Oil Reservoir
Hydraulic oil reservoir – Item 4. The fluid level should be
kept level with the indicator line on the side of the reser-
voir and should be checked with all cylinders fully re-
tracted.
The interior of the reservoir should be wiped out and
cleaned each time the hydraulic oil is changed. The res-
ervoir filler/breather cap should be removed and the cap
breather cleaned yearly with kerosene, fuel oil, or other
solvent.
Any time the hydraulic oil is changed or added, it is ab-
solutely necessary that only clean hydraulic oil is used.
Note
If it becomes necessary to add or use an oil other than
the recommended fluid, it is important that it be compat-
ible and equivalent to the factory fill. Local oil suppliers
can generally furnish this information.
If questions still remain, contact Snorkel Customer Ser-
vice Department for further information.
Lubrication Points
1, 2
4
6
7
8
Right Side Left Side
6
9
8
3 3
3
3
5