Snorkel S3006P, Operator'S Manual

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Transporting the Machine
Preparing for Transportation
Use the following procedure to prepare the aerial plat-
form for transportation.
1. Remove any unnecessary tools, materials, or
other loose objects from the platform.
2. Close and latch the component tray.
Transporting
The equipment used to load, unload, and transport
the aerial platform must have adequate capacity. The
empty vehicle weight is listed in “Specifications” on
pages 16 to 18 and is stamped on the serial number
placard.
The user assumes all responsibility for:
• Choosing the proper method of transportation.
• Choosing the proper selection and use of
transportation and tie-down devices.
• Making sure the equipment used is capable of
supporting the weight of the aerial platform.
• Making sure all manufacturer’s instructions and
warnings, regulations and safety rules of their
employer, the DOT, and/or any other state or
federal law are followed.
Lifting With a Forklift
Use the following procedure to lift the aerial platform
with a forklift.
1. Properly stow the aerial platform.
2. Engage the brakes on both of the rear wheels.
3. Remove all personnel, tools, materials, or other
loose objects from the platform.
4. Insert the forklift forks into the pockets on either
side of the machine.
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Caution
Lifting the aerial platform with the forklift forks
positioned improperly can produce enough force
to damage machine components. When lifting the
machine with a forklift, only use the designated lift
points.
5. Do not raise the aerial platform higher than
necessary to transport it. Drive the forklift slowly
and carefully when transporting the aerial
platform.
Lifting With a Tail Lift
Use the following procedure to lift the aerial platform
with a forklift.
1. Properly stow the aerial platform.
2. Remove all personnel, tools, materials, or other
loose objects from the platform.
3. Position the aerial platform on the tail lift.
4. Engage the brakes on both of the rear wheels.
5. Carefully raise the lift and position the aerial
platform in the transport vehicle.
6. Secure the machine to the transport vehicle using
straps through the fork lift pockets.
Transporting the Machine