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TL49J
INTRODUCTION
T
he Snorkel TL49J is a versatile means of gaining access in difficult locations.
The access platform is safe in operation providing that basic rules are observed in the setting up of
the machine. This manual focuses on the maintenance and repair of the machine. Please read the
operators manual available from Snorkel or from your local distributor prior to operating the machine.
All operator’s and service personnel should have read and understood the operator’s manual and
received full training in the safe use of the machine before attempting to use it or carrying out repairs.
Always quote your machine serial number and date of manufacture when ordering spare parts.
The part number for this manual is found on the front cover.
CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS
The TL49J machine complies fully with the requirements of European standard EN280:2013.
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
TRAILER/ STRUCTURE/OUTRIGGERS
This consists of a variety of welded and folded fabrications which where necessary, contain bushed
stainless steel pivots with grease nipples. The main components are shot blasted and then powder
coated. The cylinders are wet painted. The machine also includes a fully automatic running gear
with auto reverse and an integrated trailer lighting. At the towing end of the machine, there is a heavy
duty coupling head as well as a pneumatic jockey wheel. The maximum allowable load on the outrig-
gers is 10.3 kN and the allowable sideway inclination is 5 degrees.
EQUIPMENT
INFORMATION
Bottom ram
Double acting: Bore Ø 60.0 mm
Rod Ø 40.0 mm
Top ram
Double acting: Bore Ø 60.0 mm
Rod Ø 40.0 mm
Dropnose ram
Double acting: Bore Ø 60.0 mm
Rod Ø 40.0 mm
Stabilizer ram
Double acting: Bore Ø 70.0 mm
Rod Ø 40.0 mm
Basket levelling ram
Double acting: Bore Ø 40.0 mm
Rod Ø 20.0 mm
Bottom & Top ram lock valves
Pilot operated over centre valves
Control valve (Platform)
Monoblock unit consisting of five double acting
spools
Control valve (Ground)
Monoblock unit consisting of four double acting
spools
Control valve (Stabilizer)
Monoblock unit consisting of four double acting
spools
Bushes
Acetol resin polymer with sintered bronze base
(DX)
Pivot pins
Stainless steel bright bar
to grade BS970 303 S31 CW
Tyres
205/75R16
SERVICE AND REPAIR
Table 3-1
: A list of equipment on the trailer and its associated features.