TM Series
Operating & Safety Instructions
USA – 05/11
Issue 01
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4.4
BASKET CONTROL OPERATION
NEVER START THE NIFTYLIFT IF YOU SMELL GASOLINE, LIQUID PROPANE OR
DIESEL. THESE FUELS ARE FLAMMABLE.
BEFORE OPERATING THE NIFTYLIFT ENSURE THAT EACH OPERATOR HAS READ
AND FULLY UNDERSTOOD THE OPERATING MANUAL. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY
RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
***FOR COLD START PROCEDURES SEE SECTION 4.3.1***
ALWAYS ALLOW THE ENGINE TO WARM UP BEFORE OPERATING.
4.4.1
BASKET CONTROL INSTRUCTIONS
ALL MODELS
1)
NEVER
exceed the maximum basket capacity.
2)
Check below, above and around the basket for any obstruction or hazards before operating any
function.
3)
Ensure all red emergency stops are out.
4)
Remove the key from the ground control station (turn key anti-clockwise) and put the key in the
basket control station and switch to “ON” (clockwise).
5)
Battery electric models go to step 11).
DIESEL ENGINE OR Bl-ENERGY MODELS ONLY
6)
Ensure that the main engine ignition switch is “ON”. Turn the “Engine Start” switch on the
basket control box clockwise and the engine will fire.
7)
Go to step 11). Note – Unless the diesel engine is running, the TM34T will automatically default
to the primary power source (usually battery).
GASOLINE ENGINE OR GASOLINE/ELECTRIC MODELS ONLY
8)
Ensure that the fuel tap is turned to the “ON” position and that the main engine ignition switch is
“ON”. Turn the “Engine Start” switch on the basket control box clockwise and the engine will
fire.
9)
Go to step 11). Note – Unless the petrol engine is running, the TM34T will automatically default
to the primary power source (usually battery)
10)
If the engine is too cold to start from the basket, try starting from the ground controls as
described in step 8) of the ground control operation section (4.3.1).
ALL MODELS
11)
Push and hold green power button.
12)
Select the boom function required and operate hand levers in full accordance with
manufacturers Operating and Safety manual.
13)
When not in use return machine to stowed position, fully raise and stow all outriggers, turn the
key to the “OFF” position (anti-clockwise), remove key and chock wheels.
