SECTION 1
IiiITRODUCTION
PURPOSE OF EQUEIMENT
Aichi W ork Platforms are designed to transport and raise
personnel and tools to overhead work areas.
USE OF EQUIPMENT
The crawler type work platform (Figure 2) (hereafter referred to
as work platform) is a rugged and highly maneuverable, mobile
work station. The work platform is designed for slab and rough
terrain applications.
Lifting and driving these models MUST
1:),: on a flat, level, compacted surface.
WARNINGS
Before operating the work platform the operator must read and
understand all warnings in this manual and on the work platform.
Compare work platform labels, with labels found throughout this
manual. Replace any damaged or missing labels before
operating the work platform.
DESCRIPTION
The work platform has four major assemblies, the platform basket
assembly, boom assembly, turret and crawler drive chassis.
Platform controls include operator's control console and ,a
footswitch that brings power to the control console. Auxiliary
controls and emergency controls are located on the turret and
platform.
PLATFORM - The platform basket assembly is constructed with
a skid resistant deck surface, steel railing system, midrails and
toeboards. The entrance has a midrail that swings in for easy
entry. The piatform can rotate 90° to the right or left of center. A
work light is mounted to the platform railing.Platform controls
contiol motion and emergency stopping of the work platform.
BOOM ASSEMBLY - The three section boom is mounted on
the turret and operated by hydraulic cylinders, holding valves
and four wire ropes.
TURRET - The turret houses base controls, hydraulic manifold,
hydraulic valves, emergency pump/motor assembly, hydraulic
pump, engine, hydraulic reservoir, fuel tank and batteries. All
components are accessable through doors on the turret cover.
CRAWLER DRIVE CHASIS -
The crawler drive chasis is made
up of a one piece steel weldment, crawler treads and hydraulics.
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Figure 2. Crawler Work Platform
