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Rough Terrain Scissors
Component Identification
Operation - Section 3
3.5 Component Identification
The following descriptions are for identification,
explanation and locating purposes only.
3.5-1 Manual Storage Box
This weather-resistant box is
mounted inside of the hydraulic/
electrical compartment. It contains
the operating manual, EC declaration
and other important documentation.
The operating manual for this make
and model of aerial platform must be
stored in this box.
3.5-2 Maintenance Support
The maintenance support is a safety mechanism
designed to support the scissor assembly. When
properly positioned, it can support the scissor assembly
and empty platform. The maintenance support must
be used when inspection and/or maintenance is to be
performed within the lifting mechanism. To lower the
maintenance support, push lock lever rearward and the
maintenance support will drop. Refer to
Section 3.12
for
procedure on how to use and store the maintenance
support.
Figure 3-1. Maintenance Support
WARNING
The maintenance support must be used
when inspection and/or maintenance or
repairs are to be performed within the
lifting mechanism. Failure to use this
safety mechanism could result in death
or serious injury.
WARNING
Do not reach through the scissor
assembly when the platform is raised
without the maintenance support properly
positioned. Failure to avoid this hazard
could result in death or serious injury.
3.5-3 Electrical Control Console
This auxiliary control console is located in the hydraulic/
electrical compartment. It contains the following
controls:
2
1
Figure 3-2. Electrical Control Console
1.
Hourmeter
- This gauge records accumulated
operating time of engine.
2.
Circuit Breakers
-
In the event of a power overload
or positive circuit grounding, the circuit breaker
pops out. Push breaker back in to reset.