Snorkel AB46E User Manual
AB46E
Operator Manual
This first section of the Operator manual is the English language version.
(EN) Manual part number 509648-000 for serial numbers 20000 to current.
June 08
Table of Contents
Declaration of Conformity ...........................................2
Safety Rules ............................................................... 3
Introduction ................................................................. 4
Component Identifi cation ............................................ 4
Special Limitations......................................................5
Platform Capacity ....................................................5
Manual Force ..........................................................5
Platform Overload Sensing System ........................5
Beaufort Scale .........................................................5
Controls and Indicators...............................................6
Battery Disconnect Switch ......................................6
Lower Controls and Indicators ................................6
Upper Controls and Indicators ................................6
Pre-Operation Safety Inspection ................................7
System Function Inspection .......................................8
Operation .................................................................... 9
Cold Weather Start-Up ............................................9
Manually Warming the Hydraulic System ................9
Preparing for Operation ...........................................9
Lower Controls ........................................................9
Upper Controls ......................................................10
Boom Operation ....................................................10
Driving and Steering ..............................................10
Drive Speeds ......................................................... 11
All Motion Alarm .................................................... 11
Electrical Power Outlet .......................................... 11
Air Line .................................................................. 11
Emergency Lowering ............................................12
Lower Controls ......................................................12
Upper Controls ......................................................12
After Use Each Day ...............................................12
Table of Contents
Transporting the Machine .........................................13
Preparing for Transportation .................................13
By Crane ...............................................................13
By Transport Vehicle .............................................13
Maintenance ............................................................. 14
Hydraulic Fluid ......................................................14
Check Hydraulic Fluid ...........................................14
Battery Maintenance .............................................14
Battery Charging ...................................................14
Inspection and Maintenance Schedule.....................15
Daily Preventative Maintenance Checklist ...............16
Preventative Maintenance Report ......................... 16
Specifi cations ...........................................................17
Aerial Platform .......................................................17
Platform ................................................................. 17
Function Speed .....................................................17
Drive System .........................................................17
Tires ......................................................................17
Electrical System ...................................................17
Hydraulic System ..................................................17
Ambient Air Temperature Operating Range ..........17
Maximum Wind Speed ..........................................17
Working Envelope .................................................17
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EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
FOR MACHINERY
MACHINERY:
Powered Aerial Platform known as:
Type: Upright AB46E
Serial Number:
The machine specified above conforms to the following provisions:
Machinery directive 98/37/EC (using document EC Community Legislation on Machinery and taking
guidance from EN280:2001 + Amendment A1:2004)
Council Directive 89/336/EEC on Electromagnetic Compatibility as amended by 93/68/EEC and 92/31/EC
Council Directive 73/23/EEC on Low Voltage Equipment Safety as amended by 93/68/EE
Council Directive 2000/14/EC on Noise Emission in the Environment by Equipment for use Outdoors
E. C. Type Examination Certificate No:
Note: Modification of the specified unit renders this declaration invalid
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SAFETY RULES
AWarning
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.
Electrocution Hazard Tip Over Hazard Collision Hazard Fall Hazard
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THIS MACHINE IS
NOT INSULATED!
NEVER elevate the platform
or drive the machine while
elevated unless the machine
is on a firm, level surface
NEVER position the platform
without first checking for
overhead obstructions or
other hazards.
NEVER climb, stand, or sit
on platform guardrails or
midrail.
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.). Uses or alterations to the aerial work platform must be approved by UpRight.
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 specifi ed permissible maximum load is prohibited! See “Platform Capacity” on page 5 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” on page 5 for details.
DISTRIBUTE all platform loads evenly on the platform.
NEVER operate the machine without fi rst 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. See “Beaufort Scale” on page 5 for details.
Do not operate the aerial platform in windy or gusty conditions. Do not add anything to the aerial platform that will increase the
wind loading such as billboards, banners, flags, etc.
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 fi rm, 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!
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
damaged 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 fl ame. Charging batteries emit explosive hydrogen gas.
Modifi cations 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 national traffi c regulations.
Certain inherent risks remain in the operation of this machine despite utilizing proper design practices and safeguarding.
Harness attachment points are provided in the platform and the manufacturer recommends the usage of a fall restraint
harness, especially where required by national safety regulations.
Care must be taken to ensure that the machines meets the requirements of stability during use, transportation, assembly,
dismantling when out of service, testing, or foreseeable breakdowns.
In the event of an accident or breakdown see “Emergency Lowering” on page 12, do not operate the aerial platform if it is
damaged or not functioning properly. Qualifi ed maintenance personnel must correct the problem before putting the aerial
platform back into service.
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Introduction
Introduction
This manual covers the AB46E Aerial Work Platform.
This manual must be stored on the machine at all
times.
Read, understand and follow all safety rules and operating
instructions before attempting to operate the machine.
Component Identifi cation
Upper Controls
Platform
Tie-Down Lugs
Riser
Drive Control Compartment
Hydraulic Pump • Drive Motors
Battery Charger • Level Sensor
When contacting UpRight for service or parts information,
be sure to include the MODEL and SERIAL NUMBERS
from the equipment nameplate. Should the nameplate be
missing, the SERIAL NUMBER is also stamped on top
of the chassis at the front of the machine.
Power to Platform
Outlet
Hydraulic Fluid Filter
Lower
Controls
Riser
Boom
Hydraulic
Reservoir
Rear
Chassis
Battery Tray
(Both Sides)
Right Side
Main Boom
Front Axle
Tie-Down/Lifting Lugs
Front
Tip Boom
Jib
Lanyard
Anchors
Operator
Manual
Front
Nameplate Location
Battery Disconnect
Switch
Battery
Charger Plug
Rear
Power to Platform Inlet
Tie-Down/Lifting
Lugs
Platform
Foot Switch
Left Side
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Special Limitations
Special Limitations
Travel with the platform raised is limited to creep speed
range. Elevating the platform is limited to firm, level
surfaces only.
ADanger
The elevating function shall ONL Y be used when the
work platform is level and on a firm surface.
The work platform is NOT intended to be driven over
uneven, rough, or soft terrain.
Platform Capacity
Two people and tools may occupy the platform. The maximum platform capacity for the aerial platform is stated in
the “Specifications” on page 17.
ADanger
DO NOT exceed the maximum platform capacity or
the platform occupancy limits for this machine.
Manual Force
Manual force is the force applied by the occupants to
objects such as walls or other structures outside the
work platform.
If the platform overload sensing system is tripped while
operating the machine the emergency power system may
still be used for emergency machine operation.
ADanger
The aerial platform can tip over if it becomes unstable.
Death or serious injury will result from a tip-over accident. Do not exceed the capacity values indicated
on the platform rating placard.
The overload sensing system is not active when the
machine is being driven with the booms in the stowed
position. This allows the machine to be driven without
the system sensing an overload due to rough ground
conditions.
Beaufort Scale
Never operate the machine when wind speeds exceed
12.5 m/s (28 mph) [Beaufort scale 6]. Refer to Figure 1.
The maximum allowable manual force is limited to 200N
(45 lbs) of force per occupant, with a maximum of 400 N
(90 lbs) for two occupants.
ADanger
DO NOT exceed the maximum amount of manual
force for this machine.
Platform Overload Sensing System
All functions are stopped from the upper and lower controls, when the platform overload limit is exceeded. The
horn will sound intermittently and the platform overload
light will blink until the excess load is removed from the
platform. At that time, the machine functions are again
operational.
ACaution
The emergency power system is for emergency lowering and stowing only . The length of time the pump
can be operated depends on the capacity of the battery . Do not use this system for normal operation.
BEAUFORT
RATING
3 3,4~5,4 12,25~19,4 11.5~17.75 7.5~12.0 Papers and thin branches move, fl ags wave.
4 5,4~8,0 19,4~28,8 17.75~26.25 12.0~18 Dust is raised, paper whirls up, and small branches sway.
5 8,0~10,8 28,8~38,9 26.25~35.5 18~24.25
6 10,8~13,9 38,9~50,0 35.5~45.5 24.5~31
7 13,9~17,2 50,0~61,9 45.5~56.5 31.~38.5 Whole trees sway. It is diffi cult to walk against the wind.
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m/s km/h ft/s mph
WIND SPEED
GROUND CONDITIONS
Shrubs with leaves start swaying. Wave crests are apparent in ponds
or swamps.
Tree branches move. Power lines whistle. It is diffi cult to open an
umbrella.
Figure 1 – Beaufort Scale
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