Snorkel AB46J Bedienungsanleitung

P/N 0163187February, 2001

❑ElectrocutionThe AB46J is an all metal boom, NON-INSULATED, aerial work platform. DO NOToperate it near ELECTRICAL conductors. Regardall conductors a

❑Starting and Stopping PrecautionsDO NOT start until all personnel are clearly awayfrom the machine.Before leaving the operator’s station, place thema

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2. Safety Devices Safety device informationFor emergency operation controls andprocedures, see the “Emergency Operation”chapter 9, in this manual.The

❑Flashing LightsThe optional flashing lights alert people that theAB46J is present. The lights flash at about oneflash per second any time the Battery

❑Ground Operation SwitchThe Ground Operation switch prevents theplatform from moving if something accidentallypushes one of the platform moving switch

❑Level SensorThe level sensor detects how far out of level theturntable is. If the turntable gets over 5° out oflevel the level sensor activates the t

3. SpecificationsThe Snorkelift AB46J is a boom-supportedelevating work-platform built to conform to allapplicable OSHA, ANSI or CSA standards asprevi

© Snorkel – all rights reservedPrinted in USALIMITED WARRANTYSnorkel warrants each new machine manufactured and sold by it to be free from defects in

Model drawing and overall dimensionspage 3 - 2 AB46J – 01631873. Specifications

Working envelopeAB46J – 0163187 page 3 - 33. Specifications

Nomenclature and serial numberspage 3 - 4 AB46J – 01631873. Specifications❑Right hand side of chassis and turntable❑Left hand side of chassis and tur

4. Gauges, Circuit Breakers and Displays Gauges❑AmmeterThe ammeter on the battery charger, shows theDC charging current going to the batteries. Seethe

❑Hydraulic Oil LevelThe hydraulic oil level gauge (1) is on the side ofthe hydraulic oil tank (2).The gauge shows the actual level of oil inside theta

❑GFCI Circuit BreakerIf the 15 A circuit breaker on the GFCI outlettrips, disconnect whatever is plugged into theoutlet, wait one minute, then press t

5. Batteries and Battery Charging BatteriesThe following information about battery care andmaintenance was supplied by Interstate Batteriesand is repr

Battery chargingDO NOT leave the battery charger on for morethan two days. The batteries might be severelyovercharged and/or damaged if the chargerfa

6. Controls Controls DescriptionThis chapter shows the controls at the groundcontrol box and the platform control box, andexplains what each control d

AB46J – 0163187 page - iElectrical Hazard Electrical Hazard WarningTHE SNORKELIFT AERIAL WORK PLATFORMIS NOT ELECTRICALLY INSULATED.If the platform, b

Ground Control BoxControls for operating the AB46J from theground, are located on the right side of theturntable.The number of each control below cor

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Platform Control BoxControls for operating the AB46J from theplatform are located on the platform control box,with the exception of the foot switch w

❑Platform Control Box Controls Electronic DisplayThe Electronic Display automatically turns onwhen the AB46J is set for platform control boxoperation.

Electronic Display Message TablesThe following tables list the four types ofmessages that the Electronic Display will indicateand an explanation of e

AB46J – 0163187 page 6 - 76. ControlsElectronic display message: Explanation of message:This message occurs immediately after the system diagnostichas

page 6 - 8 AB46J – 01631876. ControlsElectronic display message: Explanation of message:When you read any of the SERVICE REQUIRED messages,you should

AB46J – 0163187 page 6 - 96. Controls Platform Foot SwitchYou must step down on the platform foot switch,and hold it down, when you use any platformco

7. Daily Inspection and MaintenanceAt the start of each work day (or 8 hour shift), anAB46J qualified operator must perform the DailyInspection and Ma

page - ii AB46J – 0163187Electrical Hazard Minimum Safe Approach DistanceThe Snorkelift is an all metal boom, NOT ELECTRICALLY INSULATED, aerial work

The rest of this chapter shows how to perform theinspection and maintenance required for eachitem in the Daily Inspection and MaintenanceTa bl e. Wiri

Battery fluid levelBatteries emit hydrogen and oxygen, elementsthat can combine explosively.DO NOT smoke or permit open flames orsparks when checking

Bolts and fastenersVisually inspect all fasteners to see that none ismissing or obviously loose.Pay particular attention to all of the pin caps (1)an

Structural damage and weldsVisually inspect all welds for cracks, all structuralmembers for deformity, and all sheet metal fordents that could interf

Platform gravity gateInspect the platform gravity gate to be sure it ispresent, that it moves freely, and is not damagedin any way. Platform swinging

Ground control boxWhen you check turntable Swing at CW (1) theturntable will move directly toward you. Be sureyou have room to step backward.Death or

Emergency powerWhen the turntable rotates clockwise (CW) itwill move directly toward you. When you checkturntable Swing at CW (1) be sure you haveroo

Slide padsUse ground control box to extend the inner boomabout 1 foot (30 cm). Inspect to see that all slidepads are in place in the rear end of base

page 7 - 10 AB46J – 01631877. Daily Inspection and Maintenance Placards and decalsLook to see that all placards and decals are in place and legible. R

AB46J – 0163187 page 7 - 117. Daily Inspection and MaintenanceGround controlsdoor open4View C–C2925162528221420View A–ACC30158View B–B23A-Airline to p

IntroductionThe most important chapter in this manual is"Safety" chapter 1. Take time, now, to study itclosely. The information in chapter 1

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8. Operation Operating ProceduresThis chapter explains how to properly start andoperate an AB46J. Read and understand all theprevious chapters in this

Starting From Ground Control BoxBefore you begin to operate the AB46J from theground control box, a qualified operator mustperform the "Daily In

2.Set the Emergency Stop switch (2) to ON(pulled out).3.Set the Platform/Ground Selector switch(3) to platform (up).4.Insert the key (4) and set the M

❑From Ground Control BoxEach of the ways the platform can move is shownin the following photograph and switch illustration:The photograph shows the pl

❑From Platform Control BoxWhen you operate from the platform control box,be sure that the lanyard of your fall restraint isattached to an anchor point

DrivingDeath or Serious Injury can result fromsudden stops. To avoid sudden stops, do notremove your foot from the platform foot switchwhile the AB46

9. Emergency Operation Emergency Operation ProceduresThe following procedures are emergencyprocedures only. DO NOT use them for normaloperation. Their

❑Operation From Ground Control Box1.Set the Battery switch (1) to ON.2.Set the Master Key Switch (2) to ON.3.Pull the Emergency Stop switch (3) out (o

10. Stowing and Transporting StowingAt the end of each work day (or in preparation forlifting or storage) a qualified operator should putthe AB46J int

Responsibilities of partiesIt is imperative that all owners and users of theSnorkelift read, understand, and conform to allapplicable regulations. Ul

Driving onto transport trailerTo safely drive an AB46J onto a transport trailer,observe the following steps:1. Visually inspect the alignment of the l

3.Set the Battery switch to OFF and lock theBattery switch.DO NOT run a strap over the platform toeboard (3). The toe board is not strong enoughto hol

TowingThe Snorkelift AB46J has not been designed tobe towed.DO NOT tow an AB46J.A runaway AB46J can cause Death orSerious Injury. If you have to move

11. Options Air line to platformThe input to the air line is on the lower rear of theturntable. The outlet is on the platform mountingframe. The maxim

Motion Warning AlarmThe motion warning alarm emits a very loudsound (...beep...beep...beep...), at ground level,when the Drive/Steer controller is in

12. Fire Fighting and Chemical Containment Hazardous componentsAn AB46J contains the following materials andobjects that potentially could become sign

❑Hydraulic Oil (UN 1270)☞Extinguishing media:Use water spray, dry chemical, foam, or CO2.☞Special fire fighting procedures:Water or foam may cause fro

13. Operator's Troubleshooting TroubleshootingAll of the actions described in this chapter maybe performed by an AB46J operator, a trainedand qua

❑Accumulator Bleed Down ValveNoting handle position as illustrated above,completely close the bleed-down valve.page 13 - 2 AB46J – 016318713. Operator

Index!125 volt AC power, 7-8Aadditional information, A-ivAdditional informationSee Introduction - page ivAir line to platform, 11-1Alarmsmotion warnin

Table of ContentsElectrical HazardElectrical Hazard Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iMinimum Safe Approach Distance . . . . . . . . . . .

Service Required messages, 6-5Wait messages, 6-5System voltage, 3-1Electrical (GFCI) Outlets at Platform, 8-6Electrical Hazard WarningSee Electrical H

Message table, electronic displayInformation message, 6-6Operator Action message, 6-7Service Required message, 6-8Wait message, 6-6Minimum Safe Approa

Maintenance Precautions, 1-3personnel, 1-1rules, 1-1safe operation, 1-1Safety Decals and Placards, 1-3Sandblast protection kit, 8-1Securing for Day, 8

7. Daily Inspection and MaintenanceDaily Inspection and Maintenance Table. . . . . 7-1Wiring harnesses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-

1. Safety Safe OperationThe following safety information is vitallyimportant for safe operation of the AB46J. Failureto follow these instructions can