Snorkel TL37, Руководство оператора

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Chapter 8 – Prestart Inspection
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1. Unplug the battery disconnect.
2. At the lower controls, twist and pull the emergen-
cy stop switch outwards to the ON position.
3. Turn the control select switch to lower controls
(turn to the right).
DANGER
Pinch points may exist between moving compo -
nents. Death or serious injury will result from be -
coming trapped between components, buildings,
structures or other obstacles. Make sure all per -
sonnel stand clear of the aerial platform whiles
performing the pre-start inspection.
WARNING
The potential for an accident increases when op-
erating an aerial platform that is damaged or mal-
functioning. Death or serious injury could result
from such accidents. Do not operate the aerial
platform if it is damaged or malfunctioning.
4. Pressing down on the platform raise/lower but-
ton, test the operation of the platform raise/lower
switch in both directions.
5. Unplug the battery disconnect. The platform
should not raise or lower with the disconnect in
this position.
Emergency Stop
To test the emergency stop button from the lower
controls:
1. Push the emergency stop button inward to turn off
electrical power.
2. Test the lower control functions to make sure they do
not operate with the emergency stop in this position.
Emergency Lower/Slew
Use the following procedure to test the emergency
lowering system.
DANGER
Pinch points may exist between moving compo -
nents. Death or serious injury will result from be -
coming trapped between components. stand clear
of moving components while test operating the
machine.
With the top and bottom booms each raised approxi-
mately 19.69”(500 mm) and the unit switched off,
check:
1. The emergency slew can be operated with the
slew lever provided.
Caution
Not all hydraulic fluid is suitable to use in the hydrau -
lic system. Some have poor lubricating character -
istics and may increase component wear. Only use
hydraulic fluid as recommended.
2. If necessary, add fluid of the proper type.
Note
Refer to Chapter 2 for the proper type and grade of
hydraulic fluid to use. The need to regularly add fluid
indicates a leak that should be corrected.
3. Replace the cap making sure it is secured in place.
Hoses, Tubes, and Fittings
To inspect the hoses, tubes and fittings:
1. Inspect all hydraulic hoses, tubes, and fittings for
wear, leakage, or damage.
2. Make sure the hoses are properly routed to avoid
sharp edges, kinking, and scuffing.
3. Inspect the tubes for dents or other damage that
may restrict fluid flow.
4. Make sure all hoses and tubes are held firmly in
their support brackets.
5. Check under the chassis for fluid that has leaked.
Hydraulic fluid leaks are easily visible on the ground.
Lower Control Station
With no personnel or materials on the platfrom, test the
operation of each control from the lower controls (refer
to Figure 8.5)
Figure 8.5 – Lower Control Station
Operating Controls
Use the following procedure to operate and test the
machine from the lower controls: