Snorkel AB38-sn User Manual

WARNING !

The AB38N Machine has been re-assessed to ensure

compliance to the Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC).

The Machine rating has been changed from:

2 People Indoors and Outdoors.

To

2 People Indoors and 1 Person Outdoors.

Please attach to the front cover of

your manual

to 04243

AB38

Serial Numbers 3700 – Current

ENGLISH

When contacting UpRight fo r service or parts information, be sure to include the MODEL and SERIAL NUMBERS from the
equipment nameplate. Should the namepla te be missing, the SERIAL NUMBER is also stamped on top of the chassis
above the front axle pivot.

VIGO CENTRE

UpRight

AB38W

MODEL
MAX. PLATFORM HEIGHT
MAX. PLATFORM LOAD
MAX. LATERAL FORCE
MAX. CHASSIS INCLINATION
MAX. GRADEABILITY
MAX. FORWARD SPEED

CAUTION:ONLY TRAINED & AUTHORISED PERSONNEL MAY USE
THIS MACHINE-CONSULT OPERATORS MANUAL BEFORE USE.

THIS PLATFORM IS NOT ELECTRICALLY INSULATED

36%

UpRight

AB38N

MODEL
MAX. PLATFORM HEIGHT
MAX. PLATFORM LOAD
MAX. LATERAL FORCE
MAX. CHASSIS INCLINATION
MAX. GRADEABILITY
MAX. FORWARD SPEED

CAUTION:ONLY TRAINED & AUTHORISED PERSONNEL MAY USE
THIS MACHINE-CONSULT OPERATORS MANUAL BEFORE USE.

THIS PLATFORM IS NOT ELECTRICALLY INSULATED

36%

WASHINGTON,
TYNE & WEAR, UK.

SERIAL No.

11.5m

200kg 2 Persons + 40kg. Equipment

400N

1.1 m/s

215kg 2 Persons + 55kg. Equipment

400N

1.1 m/s

UNLADEN WEIGHT

MAX. WIND SPEED

0°

BATTERY VOLTAGE

CHARGER INPUT VOLTAGE

11.5m

CHARGER INPUT VOLTAGE

NOMINAL POWER

VIGO CENTRE
WASHINGTON,
TYNE & WEAR, UK.

SERIAL No.
UNLADEN WEIGHT

MAX. WIND SPEED

0°

BATTERY VOLTAGE

NOMINAL POWER

3200 kg

12.5 m/s
48V

240V

4kW

58472-008

3800 kg

12.5 m/s
48V

240V

4kW

58472-000

Serial number stamped on floor of chassis

beneath the steering cylinder.

VIGO CENTRE

UpRight

MODEL AB38N
MAX. PLATFORM LOAD
MAX. PLATFORM HEIGHT
MAX. PLATFORM REACH
MAX. LATERAL FORCE
MAX. CHASSIS INCLINATION 0°
MAX. HYDRAULIC PRESSURE
BATTERY VOLTAGE
MAX. FORWARD SPEED

THIS MACHINE IS MANUFACTURED TO COMPLY WITH

CAUTION: ONLY TRAINED & AUTHORISED PERSONNEL MAY USE

THIS MACHINE-CONSULT OPERATORS MANUAL BEFORE USE.

THIS PLATFORM IS NOT ELECTRICALLY INSULATED

48V dc

ANSI A92.5 - 1992

UpRight

MODEL

AB38W SERIAL No.
MAX. PLATFORM LOAD
MAX. PLATFORM HEIGHT
MAX. PLATFORM REACH
MAX. LATERAL FORCE
MAX. CHASSIS INCLINATION
MAX. HYDRAULIC PRESSURE
BATTERY VOLTAGE
MAX. FORWARD SPEED

THIS MACHINE IS MANUFACTURED TO COMPLY WITH

CAUTION: ONLY TRAINED & AUTHORISED PERSONNEL MAY USE

THIS MACHINE-CONSULT OPERATORS MANUAL BEFORE USE.

THIS PLATFORM IS NOT ELECTRICALLY INSULATED

48V dc

ANSI A92.5 - 1992

WASHINGTON,
TYNE & WEAR, UK.

SERIAL No.

475 lbs (2 PERSONS + 120 lbs)

38 ft

18ft 4in

2.5mph

18ft 4in

2.5mph

UNLADEN WEIGHT

MAX. WIND SPEED

90 lbs

90 lbs

MAX. GRADEABILITY

2105psi

CHARGER INPUT VOLTAGE

NOMINAL POWER

VIGO CENTRE,
WASHINGTON,
TYNE & WEAR, UK

475 lbs (2 PERSONS + 120 lbs)

UNLADEN WEIGHT

38 ft

MAX. WIND SPEED

MAX. GRADEABILITY

0°

2105psi

CHARGER INPUT VOLTAGE

NOMINAL POWER

110/120V

110/120V

9057 lbs

28 mph

36%

5.4 hp

58472-002

7496 lbs

28 mph

36%

5.4 hp

58472-006

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OPERATION MANUAL

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WARNING

All personnel shall carefully read, understand and follow all safety rules and operating

instructions before operating or performing maintenance on any UpRight aerial work platform.

Safety Rules

Electrocution Hazard Tip Over Hazard

UpRightAB38

THIS MACHINE IS NOT

INSULATED!

USE OF THE AERIAL WORK PLATFORM: This aerial work platform is intended to lift persons and his tools as well as the material

used for the job. It is designed for repair and assembly jobs and assignments at overhead workplaces (ceilings, cranes, roof struc­tures, buildings etc.). All other uses of the aerial work platform are prohibited!

THIS AERIAL WORK PLATFORM IS NOT INSULATED! For this reason it is imperative to keep a safe distance from live parts of
electrical equipment!

Exceeding the specified permissible maximum load is prohibited! See “Platform Capacity” for details.
The use and operation of the aerial work platform as a lifting tool or a crane is prohibited!

NEVER exceed the manual force allowed for this machine. See “Manual Force” for details.
DISTRIBUTE all platform loads evenly on the platform.
NEVER operate the machine without first surveying the work area for surface hazards such as holes, drop-offs, bumps, curbs, or

debris; and avoiding them.

OPERATE machine only on surfaces capable of supporting wheel loads.
NEVER operate the machine when wind speeds exceed this machine’s wind rating. “Beaufort Sca le” for details.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY push EMERGENCY STOP switch to deactivate all powered functions.
IF ALARM SOUNDS while platform is elevated, STOP, carefully lower platform. Move machine to a firm, level surface.

Climbing up the railing of the platform, standing on or stepping from the platform onto buildings, steel or prefab concrete structures,
etc., is prohibited!

Dismantling the entry gate or other railing components is prohibited! Always make certain that the entry gate is closed and securely
locked!

It is prohibited to keep the entry gate in an open position when the platform is raised!
To extend the height or the range by placing of ladders, scaffolds or similar devices on the platform is prohibited!

NEVER perform service on machine while platform is elevated without blocking elevating assembly.
INSPECT the machine thoroughly for cracked welds, loose or missing hardware, hydraulic leaks, loose wire connections, and dam-

aged cables or hoses before using.

VERIFY that all labels are in place and legible before using.
NEVER use a machine that is damaged, not functioning properly, or has damaged or missing labels.

To bypass any safety equipment is prohibited and presents a danger for the persons on the aerial work platform and in its working
range.

NEVER charge batteries near sparks or open flame. Charging batteries emit explosive hydrogen gas.
Modifications to the aerial work platform are prohibited or permissible only at the approval by UpRight.
AFTER USE, secure the work platform from unauthorized use by turning the keyswitch off and removing key.
The driving of MEWP’s on the public highway is subject to regulations made under the Road Traffic Acts.

ALWAYS use a full body harness, prior to raising the platform, as recommended by the Health and Safety Executive (H1/05/05)

NEVER elev ate the platform or drive

the machine while elevated unless

the machine is on a firm, level

surface.

ollision Hazard Fall Hazard

NEVER position the platform

without first checking for overhead

obstructions or other hazards.

NEVER climb, stand, or sit on
platform guardrails or midrail.

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ONTENTS

Safety Rules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 1

Introduction & General Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 3

Special Limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 4

Controls & Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 5

Pre-Operation & Safety Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 5

System Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 6

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 6

Emergency Lowering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 7

Transporting the Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 8

Hour Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 8

Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 9

Battery Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 10

Inspection & Maintenance Schedule. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 11

Daily Preventative Maintenance Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 12

Decal Location. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 13

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 14

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