Snorkel TB60 User Manual

P/N 0082168
January, 2001

DANGER

ELECTRICAL HAZARD

The TB 60 is an all metal boom, NOT ELECTRICALLY INSULATED, aerial work platform. Do
not operate it near ELECTRICAL conductors. Regard all conductors as being energized. Use
the table and figure below to determine safe clearance from electrical conductors. Table 1 and
Figure 3 are reprinted courtesy of Scaffold Industry Association, ANSI/SIA A92.5, page 23.

Table 1 - Minimum safe approac h di stance (M.S.A.D.)

to energized (exposed or insulated power lines

Voltage range

(phase to phase)

0 to 300V Avoid contact

Over 300V to 50KV 10 3.05

Over 50KV to 200KV 15 4.60
Over 200KV to 350KV 20 6.10
Over 350KV to 500KV 25 7.62
Over 500KV to 750KV 35 10.67

Over 750KV to 1000KV 45 13.72

Minimum safe approach di stance

(Feet) (Meters)

Danger: - Do not allow machine personnel or conductive

materials inside prohibited zone.

- Maintain M.S.A.D. from all energized lines and parts

as well as those shown.

- Assume all electrical parts and wires are energized

unless known otherwise.

Caution: - Diagrams shown are only for purposes of illustrating

M.S.A.D. work positions, not all work positions.

Figure 3 - Minimum Safe Approach Distance (M.S.A.D.)

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DANGER

ELECTRICAL HAZARD

THE TB 60 AERIAL WORK PLATFORM IS NOT

ELECTRICALLY INSULATED.

If the platform, booms, or any other conductive part of a TB 60 contacts a high­voltage electrical conductor, the result can be
persons on or near the machine.

GO NO CLOSER THAN THE MINIMUM SAFE APPROACH

DISTANCES ON THE OPPOSITE PAGE.

Be sure to allow for sag and sway in the wires and the work platform.
If a TB 60 comes in contact with a live electrical conductor, the entire machine

can be charged. If that happens, you should remain on the machine and not
contact any other structure or object within reach. That includes the ground,
adjacent buildings, poles, and any object not a part of the TB 60. Such contact
could make your body a conductor to the other object creating an electrical
shock hazard resulting in
or leave the TB 60 until you are sure the electricity has been turned off.

SERIOUS INJURY

SERIOUS INJURY

DEATH

or

. Do not attempt to enter

or

DEATH

for

If a TB 60 is in contact with a live conductor, the platform operator
others on the ground in the vicinity of the TB 60 to
machine, since their bodies can also form a path for electricity to ground thus
creating an electrical shock hazard with possible

DEATH

Do not attempt to operate the TB 60 ground controls when the platform, booms,
or any other conducting part of a TB 60 is in contact with electrical wires or if
there is an immediate danger of such contact.

Regard all conductors as energized.
Personnel working on or near a TB 60 must be continuously aware of electrical

hazards, recognizing that
an electrical wire does occur.

.

SERIOUS INJURY

or

STAY AWAY

ELECTROCUTION

DEATH

can result if contact with

MUST

from the

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION.................................................................iii

SIGNS...........................................................................iii

QUALIFIED OPERATORS............................................iii

MAINTENANCE............................................................iii

RESPONSIBILITIES OF PARTIES.............................. iv

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION...................................... iv

1. SAFETY ......................................................................1 - 1

SAFE OPERATION...................................................1 - 1

Pre-start Inspection.................................................1 - 1

Work Place Inspection and Practices.....................1 - 1

Electrocution...........................................................1 - 2

Tipover & Falling Hazards.......................................1 - 2

Crushing .................................................................1 - 2

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS........................1 - 2

Personnel Precautions............................................1 - 2

Operator General Precautions................................1 - 2

Mounting & Dismounting Precautions.....................1 - 3

Starting and Stopping Precautions.........................1 - 3

Operating Precautions............................................1 - 3

Operator Maintenance Precautions........................1 - 3

Fuel Handling Precautions......................................1 - 3

SAFETY DECALS & PLACARDS..............................1 - 3

2. SAFETY DEVICES......................................................2 - 1

TILT ALARM & LEVEL SENSOR...............................2 - 1

EMERGENCY STOP SWITCHES.............................2 - 1

LANYARD ANCHOR POINTS...................................2 - 2

GRAVITY GATE........................................................2 - 2

FOOT SWITCH..........................................................2 - 2

GROUND OPERATION SWITCH..............................2 - 3

SELF-CLOSING GATE (option).................................2 - 3

OPERATOR HORN (option)......................................2 - 3

FLASHING LIGHT (option)........................................2 - 3

PLATFORM WORK LIGHTS (option)........................2 - 4

DRIVING LIGHTS (option).........................................2 - 4

MOTION WARNING ALARM (option)........................ 2 - 4

GFCI OUTLET (option)..............................................2 - 4

GUARDRAILS (option) ..............................................2 - 4

3. SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................3 - 1

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS...................................3 - 1

PLATFORM SPECIFICATIONS.................................3 - 1

ENGINE DATA...........................................................3 - 2

ENGINE OIL CHARTS...............................................3 - 2

OVERALL DIMENSIONS...........................................3 - 3

WORKING ENVELOPE.............................................3 - 4

SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS................................3 - 5

CHASSIS NOMENCLATURE....................................3 - 5

TURNTABLE AND BOOM NOMENCLATURE..........3 - 5

4. GAUGES & CIRCUIT BREAKERS.............................4 - 1

GAUGES ...................................................................4 - 1

FILTER MINDER.....................................................4 - 1

TEMPERATURE.....................................................4 - 1

AMPS......................................................................4 - 1

HOURS...................................................................4 - 1

Fuel.........................................................................4 - 2

Hydraulic Oil Level..................................................4 - 2

Hydraulic Oil Temperature......................................4 - 2

Hydraulic Oil Filter ..................................................4 - 3

Engine Oil...............................................................4 - 3

CIRCUIT BREAKERS................................................4 - 4

5. SIRENS & AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFFS........................5 - 1

SIRENS .....................................................................5 - 1

AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFFS........................................5 - 1

6. CONTROLS................................................................ 6 - 1

GROUND-CONTROL PANEL...................................6 - 2

PLATFORM-CONTROL BOX....................................6 - 4

7. OPERATION...............................................................7 - 1

CONTROL STATIONS..............................................7 - 1

STARTING FROM THE GROUND-

CONTROL PANEL....................................................7 - 1

Pre-start Conditions................................................ 7 - 1

Starting (from the ground) ...................................... 7 - 2

STARTING FROM THE PLATFORM-

CONTROL BOX.........................................................7 - 3

Pre-start Conditions................................................ 7 - 3

Starting (from the platform).....................................7 - 4

MOVING THE PLATFORM........................................7 - 5

MOVING THE TB 60.................................................7 - 8

STEERING................................................................7 - 8

125 V AC OUTLET AT THE PLATFORM..................7 - 9

8. EMERGENCY OPERATION.......................................8 - 1

EMERGENCY STOP.................................................8 - 1

EMERGENCY POWER.............................................8 - 1

Used from ground-control panel.............................8 - 1

Used from platform-control box..............................8 - 2

EMERGENCY BLEED-DOWN..................................8 - 3

9. STOWING & TRANSPORTING..................................9 - 1

STOWING .................................................................9 - 1

TRANSPORTING......................................................9 - 1

Trailering.................................................................9 - 1

Securing to a Transport Vehicle.............................9 - 2

Towing....................................................................9 - 4

10. DAILY INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE................10 - 1

DAILY INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE.........10 - 1

PLACARDS AND DECALS INSPECTION CHART...10 - 10

PLACARDS AND DECALS INSPECTION DWG........10 - 11

11. TROUBLESHOOTING............................................ 11 - 1

12. OPTIONS................................................................12 - 1

OPERATOR HORN..............................................12 - 1

PLATFORM WORK LIGHTS................................12 - 1

DRIVING LIGHTS.................................................12 - 1

COLD WEATHER START KIT .............................12 - 2

Deutz Engine.....................................................12 - 2

Ford Engine.......................................................12 - 2

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM COLD WEATHER

WARM-UP KIT .....................................................12 - 2

AC GENERATOR.................................................12 - 3

MOTION WARNING ALARM................................12 - 3

AIR LINE TO PLATFORM....................................12 - 3

GFCI OUTLET......................................................12 - 4

FLASHING LIGHT................................................12 - 4

SELF-CLOSING GATE.........................................12 - 4

SPARK ARRESTOR.............................................12 - 4

LIFTING LUGS.....................................................12 - 5

TOW KIT...............................................................12 - 5

13. FIRE FIGHTING & HAZARDOUS

CHEMICAL CONTAINMENT..................................13 - 1

ANTIFREEZE (UN 1993)...................................... 13 - 1

BATTERY, LEAD/ACID (UN 2794).......................13 - 1

DIESEL FUEL (NA 1993) .....................................13 - 1

FOAM IN TIRES...................................................13 - 1

GASOLINE (UN 1203)..........................................13 - 2

HYDRAULIC OIL (UN 1270).................................13 - 2

LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS (UN 1075)..........13 - 2

MOTOR OIL (UN 1270)........................................13 - 2

INDEX..............................................................................I - 1

WARRANTY ..........................................(inside back cover)

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INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION

The most important chapter in t his manual is
“1. SAFETY.” Take time, now, to study it
closely. The information in that chapt er m ight
save your life or prevent serious injury.

SIGNS

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The following two conventions are used
throughout this manual.

1. This sign

DANGER

means:

is involved

2. This sign

Attention! Become alert! Your safety

.

CAUTION

means one of two things: (1) an act ion, about t o
be performed, is potentially hazardous and
might result in minor per sonal inj ur y if not done
correctly, or (2) an action, about to be
performed, can damage the TB 60 if not done
correctly.

QUALIFIED OPERATORS

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The TB 60 aerial platfor m has built-in safety
features and has been factory tested for
compliance with Snorkel specifications and
industry standards. However, any personnel­lifting device can be potentially dangerous in
the hands of untrained or careless operat or s.

The following rules will help ensure the
safety of personnel and help prevent

needless downtime because of damaged
equipment.

1. Only TRAINED and AUTHORIZED operators
shall be permitted to operate the eq uipm ent .

2. All manufacturer’s operating instructions and
safety rules and all employers’ safety rules and
all OSHA and other government safety rules
must be strictly adhered to.

3. Repairs and adjustments shall be made only
by QUALIFIED TRAINED maintenance
personnel.

4. No modification shall be made to the
equipment without prior written consent of
Snorkel.

5. You must make a pre-star t inspection of the
TB 60 at the beginning of each shift. A
malfunctioning machine must not be used.

6. You must make an inspection of the work
place to locate possible hazards before
operating the TB 60.

DANGER

Misuse of this machine can result in DEATH
or SERIOUS INJURY.

Do not operate this equipment unless you
are TRAINED and AUTHORIZED and have
read and thoroughly understand all
information given in this Operator’s Manual
and on all DANGER and CAUTION signs on
the machine.

Training is essential and must be performed by
a QUALIFIED person. Become proficient in
knowledge and actual operation before using
the TB 60 on the job. You must be tr ained and
authorized to perform any funct ions of the TB

60. Operation of the T B 60 m ust be within the
scope of the machine specifications.

Before operating the TB 60 you must read and
understand the operating instruct ions in this
manual as well as the decals, warnings, and
instructions on the machine itself.

Before operating the TB 60 you must be
AUTHORIZED by the person in charge to
do so.

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MAINTENANCE

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Every person who maintains, inspects, tests, or
repairs these machines, and every person
supervising any of these functions, must be
properly trained.

This Operator’s Manual provides a daily
inspection procedure that will help you keep
your TB 60 in good operating condition. Do not
perform other maint enance unless you are a
TRAINED mechanic, QUALIFIED t o work on
the TB 60. Call QUALIFIED maint enance
personnel if you find problems or malfunctions.

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INTRODUCTION

Information contained in this manual concerns
only current TB 60’s, and the right is reserved
to make changes at any time without obligation.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF PARTIES

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It is imperative that all owners and users of the
TB 60 read, understand, and confor m to all
applicable regulations. Ultimate com pliance to
OSHA regulations is the responsibility of the
employer using the equipment.

ANSI Standard A92.5 identifies r equirements of
all parties who might be involved with Boom­Supported Elevating Work Platfor m s .

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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For additional information, contact your local
dealer, or write:

Snorkel International, I nc.
P.O. Box 1160
St. Joseph, MO 64502-1160 USA
816-364-0317

http://www.snorkelusa.com

A reprint of the

Dealers, Owners, Users, O per at ors, Lessors
and Lessees of ANSI/SIA A92.5-1992 Boom­Supported Elevating Work Platf o r m s”

available from Snorkel dealers or from the
factory upon request.

Copies are also available from:
Scaffold Industry Association

20335 Ventura Blvd. Suite 310
Woodland Hills, CA 91364- 2471 USA

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1. SAFETY

SAFE OPERATION

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The following safety inf o r m a t ion is vitally
important for safe operation of the TB 60. Failure
to follow these instructions can result in personal
injury or DEATH.

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Pre-start Inspection

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Prior to each shift, t he TB 60 shall be given a
visual inspection and function test. See the
“DAILY INSPECTION & MAINT ENANCE”
chapter in this manual for a list of items to
inspect and test.

Do not operate the TB 60 unless you are trained
and authorized, understand the operation
characteristics of the TB 60, and have inspected
and tested all functions to be sure they are in
proper working order. See the “DAI LY
INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE” chapter.

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Work Place Inspection and Practices

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Do not use the TB 60 as a ground for welding.
Ground to the work piece.

Before the TB 60 is used, and during use, check
the area in which the TB 60 is to be used for
possible hazards such as, but not limited to:

• drop-offs or holes,

• side slopes,

• bumps and floor obstructions,

• debris,

• overhead obstructions and electrical

conductors,

• hazardous locations,

• inadequate surface and support to withstand

all load forces imposed by the aerial platform
in all operating configur at ions,

• wind and weather conditions,

• presence of unauthorized persons,

• other possible unsafe conditions.

Before using the aerial plat form in any hazardous
(classified) location, make cer tain it is approved
and of the type required by ANSI/ NFPA 505 for
use in that particular location.

A recommended safety practice is to have
personnel that are trained in the operation of the
emergency controls working in the imm ediat e
area of the TB 60 to assist the platform operator
in the event of an emergency.

When moving the platform, check the clear ance
around the TB 60 to avoid contact with structures
or other hazards. Always look in the direction of
motion.

Keep ground personnel from under t he platform
when the platform is raised.

Secure all accessories, containers, tools, and
other materials in the platform to prevent them
from accidentally falling or being kicked off the
platform.

Do not engage in any form of “horseplay” or
“stunt driving” while operating the TB 60.

Do not permit riders on the machine anyplace
other than on the platform .

Remove all loose objects stored in or on the
machine, particularly in the platfo r m . Rem o ve all
objects which do not belong in or on the
machine.

When other moving equipment is in the area,
take special precautions to comply with local
regulations regarding warnings.

Never steady the platform by positioning it
against another platfor m .

Do not operate a TB 60 that is not functioning
properly, or has been damaged, until the
machine has been repaired by a qualified
maintenance person.

Do not operate a TB 60 that does not have all its
decals and placards attached and legible.

Drive the machine with care and at speeds
compatible with conditions. Use extra caution
when driving over rough ground, on slopes, and
when turning.

Know and understand the job site traffic-flow
patterns and obey the flagmen, r oad signs, and
signals.

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Watch for bystanders and never allow anyone to
be under, or to reach through, the machine and
its equipment while operating.

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Electrocution

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The TB 60 is an all-metal boom, NO N­INSULATED, aerial work-platform. Do not
operate it near ELECTRICAL conductors.
Regard all conductors as being energized.

Do not operate outside during a thunderst or m.

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Tipover & Falling Hazards

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Do not operate a TB 60 from a posit ion on
trucks, trailers, railway cars, floating vessels,
scaffolds, or similar equipment unless the
application is approved in writing by Snorkel.

If the platfor m or elevating assembly becomes
caught, snagged, or otherwise prevented from
normal motion by an adjacent structure or other
obstacles such that control reversal does not f r ee
the platform, r em o ve all personnel from the
platform before attempts are made to fr ee the
platform using gr ound controls.

It is best not to transf er from the platform to
another structure or from t he st r uct ur e to the
platform, unless that is t he safest way to do the
job. Judge each situation separately tak ing the
work environment into account. If it is necessary
to transfer from the platform to anot her structure
the following guidelines apply:

• Where possible, place t he work plat form over
a roof or walking structur e to do the transfer.

• Transfer your anchorage from one structure to
another before you step across.

Care shall be taken to prevent rope, elect r ic
cords, and hoses, etc., fr om becoming entangled
in the aerial platform.

Raise the platform only when the TB 60 is on
level ground.

Maintain a firm footing on t he platform floor.
Climbing on the guard rails is pr ohibit ed.

Do not use ladders, planks, or other devices to
extend or increase your work position from the
platform.

Do not jerk the controls. Move the controls slowly
and deliberately to avoid jerky and erratic
operation. Always stop the controls in the neutral,
off, position before going in the opposite
direction.

Do not use the boom for any purpose other than
to position personnel, their tools, and materials.

Do not use the TB 60 as a crane, hoist, or j ack.
Do not operate the TB 60 in winds, or wind

gusts, of 28 mph (45 km/hr) or more.
Do not add anything to the TB 60 that will

increase the wind loading (billboards, banners,
flags, etc).

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Crushing

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Always look in the direction of travel. Avoid
overhead obstructions.

Never cover the floor grating or ot her wise
obstruct your view below.

• Remember that you might be transferring to a
structure where
required.

• Use the platform entrance, do not climb over
the guardrails.

All platform occupants MUST wear a fall r estraint
device connected to a lanyard anchor point.

Do not exceed the unrestricted platfor m capacit y
as indicated on the capacity placards at the
platform and ground-control panel.

Do not raise the boom if the T B 60 is on soft
ground. Operate the boom only on a f ir m sur face
capable of withstanding all load forces imposed
by the aerial platform in all operat ing conditions.

Do not carry loads from any point outside of t he
platform.

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Make sure the area below the platform is f r ee of
personnel before lowering.

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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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Personnel Precautions

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If you encounter any suspected malfunction of
the aerial platform, or any hazard or pot entially
unsafe condition relating to capacity, int ended
use, or safe operation, cease operat ion and seek
assistance from management.

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Operator General Precautions

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Make sure that all protective guards, cowlings,
and doors are in place and secure.

Be sure the guardrail system, including t he gate,
is in place and secure.

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Mounting & Dismounting Precautions

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Use three points of support when gett ing on or
off the platf orm (two hands and one foot or a
similar set of points). Keep t he plat form clean.

Do not jump off t he m achine.
Do not dismount while the machine is in motion.

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Starting and Stopping Precautions

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Do not start until all personnel are clearly away
from the machine.

Before leaving the operator’s stat ion, place the
machine in the stowed position.

When leaving the m achine par ked or
unattended, remove the starter key from the
MASTER key switch, set the BATTERY switch to
OFF, then lock the BATTERY switch closed.

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Operating Precautions

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Do not modify the TB 60 in any way.
When parts or com ponents are replaced, they

shall be identical or equivalent to original Snor kel
parts or components.

Do not override any of the safety feat ur es of the
TB 60.

Limit travel speeds according to conditions. Take
into account: grade, surface, congestion,
visibility, side slope, location of personnel, and
other hazards.

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Operator Maintenance Precautions

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Do not use your hand to search for hydraulic oil
leaks. High pressure hydraulic oil can easily cut
and penetrate your skin — a very serious injury
that requires immediate at t ention by a medical
specialist trained in that type of injur y. Use a
piece of cardboard or wood to search for
hydraulic oil leaks.

Do not attempt repairs unless you are trained.
Refer to manuals and experienced repair
personnel for help.

Charge batteries in a well-ventilated area free of
flame, sparks, or ot her hazards t hat might cause
fire or explosion.

Use extreme caution when removing radiator
caps. Park the machine and let it cool down
before opening a pressurized compartment.

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Fuel Handling Precautions

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Do not smoke or permit open f lam es while
fueling or near f ueling operations.

Never remove the fuel cap or refuel a g asoline
engine while the engine is running or hot. Never
allow fuel to spill on hot machine components.

Maintain control of the fuel filler nozzle when
filling the tank.

Do not fill the fuel tank to capacity. Allow room
for expansion.

Clean up spilled fuel immediately.
Tighten the fuel tank cap securely. If the fuel cap

is lost, replace it with an approved cap from
Snorkel. Use of a non-approved cap without
proper venting may result in pressurization of the
tank.

Never use fuel for cleaning purposes.
For diesel engines, use the correct fuel grade for

the operating season.

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SAFETY DECALS & PLACARDS

There are several safety decals and placards on
the TB 60. Their locations and descriptions are
shown in this section. Take time to study them.

Be sure that all the safety decals and placards
on the TB 60 are legible. Clean or replace them if
you cannot read the words or see the pictures.
Clean with soap & water and a soft cloth. Do not
use solvents.

You must replace a decal or placard if it is
damaged, missing, or cannot be r ead. If it is on a
part that is replaced, make sur e a new decal or
placard is installed on the replaced part. See
your Snorkel dealer for new decals and placards.

Refer to PLACARDS AND DECALS
INSPECTION CHART and DRAWING in t he
“DAILY INSPECTION AND MAINT ENANCE”
chapter for part number s, locat ion, and r equired
quantities of all placards and decals.

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Refer to PLACARDS AND DECALS INSPECTION CHART and DRAWING in the “DAILY
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE” chapter for part numbers, locations, and required
quantities of all placards and decals.

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2. SAFETY DEVICES

2. SAFETY DEVICES

For emergency-operation controls and
procedures, see the “EMERGENCY
OPERATION” chapter in t his m anual.

The devices listed in this chapter are safety
devices. They are on a TB 60 to increase safety
in the work place for both the operat or and ot her
people near a TB 60. Do not by-pass, disable,
modify, or ignore any of these devices. Check
them carefully at the start of each work shift to
see that they are in working order (see “DAI LY
INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE” chapter) . I f
any is found to be defective, remove the TB 60
from service immediately until a q ualified service
technician can make repairs.

TILT ALARM & LEVEL SENSOR

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There are two tilt alarm sirens on a TB 60.

When you are in control of a TB 60 and you hear
its two-toned siren, you should immediately:

1. Stop using the DRIVE controller st ick on
the platform-control box.

2. Completely retract and complet ely lower the
booms.

3. Use the platform-control box DRIVE
controller to move the TB 60 to a level surface
or more firm gr ound before extending or
raising the booms again.

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EMERGENCY STOP SWITCHES

One (1) is located under the platform-control box.

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2

One (2) is located in the turntable next to t he
level sensor (3).

The sirens will both, simultaneously, emit a t wo­toned sound (high-low-high-low...) if the TB 60 is
tilted more than 5° and the booms ar e not
completely retracted and completely down. Af t er
the sirens begin to sound, if t he t ilt continues to
increase, the TB 60 can turn over.

At the ground-control panel: Press the red
EMERGENCY STOP cover down, at any time,

under any conditions, and the entire machine
stops, the engine turns of f, the brakes set, and
nothing moves. This switch must be up for
anything on the TB 60 to work.

The ground-control panel EMERG ENCY STOP
switch (1) can also be used with the door (2)
closed.

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At the platform-control box: Press the large
red EMERGENCY STOP button down and the
entire machine stops, the engine tur ns off, the
brakes set, and nothing moves. This switch must
be pulled to its up (or out) position t o cont rol the
TB 60 from the platform.

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LANYARD ANCHOR POINTS

leave the platform. Raise the gate and step
under it onto the platform . Once you have
entered the platform and at tached your fall
restraint lanyard to an anchor point (2), check to
see that the gravity gate (1) has fallen back into
place.

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FOOT SWITCH

DANGER

Serious injury can result from sudden stops.
To avoid sudden stops, do not remove your
foot from the foot switch while t he TB 60 is in
motion.

All personnel on the platform should att ach t heir
fall restraint lanyards to one of the lanyard
anchor points.

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GRAVITY GATE

The gravity gate (1) is the place in the platform
guardrail system where you should enter and

The foot switch prevents the platf or m from
moving if something accidentally pushes one of
the platform-moving controls on the platform­control box. (Stepping on the foot switch is an
action that must be performed, at the same time
as another action, to make the plat form move.)

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GROUND OPERATION SWITCH

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2. SAFETY DEVICES

OPERATOR HORN (option)

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GROUND OPERATION

The
platform fr om moving if something accident ally
pushes one of the platform-moving switches at
the ground-control panel. (I t is an action that
must be performed, at t he sam e time as another
action, to make the platform move.)

SELF-CLOSING GATE

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switch prevents the

(option)

The operator
the platform-control box. It is used primarily to
get the attention of people on the ground when
you are working aloft. The horn itself is located
next to the level sensor, it is the same horn used
to sound the tilt alarm. For the horn to work the

BATTERY

switches, on the ground-control panel, must be
set as indicated:

SELECTOR SWITCH
EMERGENCY STOP
MASTER

FLASHING LIGHT (option)

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HORN

switch must be ON and the following

..........................ON

button is on the right side of

.......PLATFORM

.......pulled out

The self-closing g ate is designed to automatically
close after you enter or leave the platf or m. It
helps prevent people from falling off the platfor m .

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The flashing light alerts people that the TB 60 is
present. The light flashes at about one flash per
second anytime the

STOP

are all ON. There is no ON/OFF switch f or t he
flashing light.

(at the ground), and

BATTERY, EMERGENCY

MASTER

switches

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2. SAFETY DEVICES

PLATFORM WORK LIGHTS

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The platform work lig ht s are located on top the
platform guardrail. Use the lights to improve
visibility when you are working aloft in dimly lit
areas. Do not use the platform work lights to
drive on public thoroughfares.

(option)

GFCI OUTLET

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The GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupt ) is
located under the platform-control box. The GFCI
protects against short circ uit s to ground. When
there is a short to ground the G FCI automatically
shuts off power the way a circuit breaker would.

(option)

For more informat ion about platform work light s
see the “OPTIONS” chapter .

DRIVING LIGHTS

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Two 30 watt headlights are located on top of the
front cowling, two 25 watt blinking t aillights are
on the sides of the rear cowlings. Dr iving lights
help improve your visibility and help others see
you when you are driving on dimly lit work sites.
Driving lights are not f or driving on public
thoroughfares.

For more informat ion about dr iving lights see the
“OPTIONS” chapter .

MOTION WARNING ALARM

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The motion warning alarm emits a loud beeping
sound at ground level anytime the

DRIVE/STEER

REVERSE. This alarm alerts people on t he
ground that the TB 60 is traveling along the
ground. The alarm it self is below the wiring box,
inside the front-right side of the turntable.

controller is in FORWARD or

(option)

(option)

For more information about t he GFCI see the
“OPTIONS” chapter .

GUARDRAILS

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The guardrails help protect you f r om falling off
the platform. Be sure t he guardrails are properly
installed and that the gate is in place.

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3. SPECIFICATIONS

3. SPECIFICATIONS

The Snorkelift TB 60 is a boom-supported
elevating work-platform built to conform t o th e
following standards:

OSHA Paragraph 1910.67 Title 29, C.F.R.
Vehicle-Mounted Elevating and Rotating Work
Platforms - Labor.

OSHA Paragraph 1926.556 Title 29, C.F.R Aerial
Lifts - Construction.

ANSI Standard A92.5, Boom-Supported
Elevating Work Platforms.

CSA Standard CAN3-B354.4-M82, Boom-type
Elevating Work Platforms.

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

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Working height (nominal) ...... 66 ft - 0 in (20.1 m)

Platform height (maximum) ... 60 ft - 0 in (18.3 m)

Platform rea ch (maximum).... 50 ft - 0 in (15.2 m)

Length
(

booms down and retracted

Width...................................... 8 ft - 0.5 in (2.5 m)

Height

(booms down and retraced) .... 8 ft - 9 in (2.7 m)

Wheelbase.............................. 10 ft - 0 in (3.0 m)

Ground clearance........................... 13 in (33 cm)

Weight (approximate)......... 20,700 lbs (9,389 kg)

Ground pressure, max............... 64 psi (442 kPa)

Wheel lo a d, max . sing le........10,600 lbs (4,808 kg)

Boom elevation.................+72°/-16° to horizontal

Gradeability .................................................. 25%

Travel speeds:
booms down and retracted .. 3.0 mph ( 4.8 km/hr)

booms up and/or extended.... 1 mph (1.6 km/hr)

) .. 30 ft - 10 in (9.4 m)

Turning radius, inside................ 15 ft 5 in (4.7 m)

Tires......................... 15 x 19 .5 in (3 8 X 5 0 c m) , 1 2 ply

Electrical system.. 12 V dc (neg. chassis ground)
Environmental operating ranges:

ambient air temperature.............. 0°F to +110°F

................................................. (-18°C to +43° C)

wind speed (maximum gust

or continuous)...................... 28 mph (45 km/hr)

Fuel tank capacity:
standard gasoline

or diesel........................ 40 gal USA (151 liters)

optional LPG.................... 43.5 lbs USA (20 kg)

optional gasoline or diesel
(Used when LPG cylinder is mounted
inside the turntable, in front of the
gasoline or diesel tank.) ... 20 gal USA (76 liters)

Hydraulic oil tank capaci ty.. 26.1 gal USA (99 liters)
Maximum hydraulic oil temperature

(at tank) ....................................... 200°F (93°C)

Hydraulic oil system

capacity ........................ 35 gal USA (132 liters)

Hydraulic oil and grade
Above 10°F (-13°C)Mobil DTE-13M (ISO VG32)
Below 10°F (-13°C) Mobil DTE-11M (ISO VG15)

Hydraulic system

maximum pressure ....... 2,500 psi (17,250 kPa)

Boom movement times
(complete range of movement):

Turntable Swing

CW or CCW (360°): ............... 85 - 95 seconds

Platform Rotation

CW or CCW (180°): ............... 16 - 20 seconds

Main Boom Elevation

UP:......................................... 40 - 45 seconds

DOWN:.................................. 40 - 45 seconds

Boom Extension

OUT:...................................... 60 - 70 seconds

IN:.......................................... 50 - 60 seconds

PLATFORM SPECIFICATIONS

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SIZE

PLATFORM

standard steel 30 x 60 (76 x 152)
optional steel 30 x 92 (76 x 233)
optional aluminum 30 x 60 (76 x 152)
optional aluminum 30 x 92 (76 x 233)

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inches (cm)

Unrestricted rated work load (total weight of personnel,
tools, and materials that the platform is designed to carry
above its floor -- same as UNRESTRICTED PLATFORM
CAPACITY)

Rated work load: 500 lbs (227 kg)
Rated number of occupants: 2 people
Rated work load: 500 lbs (227 kg)
Rated number of occupants: 2 people
Rated work load: 660 lbs (300 kg)
Rated number of occupants: 2 people
Rated work load: 600 lbs (273 kg)
Rated number of occupants: 2 people

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3. SPECIFICATIONS

ENGINE DATA

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ENGINE MAKE DEUTZ FORD (gasoline) FORD (LPG)
MODEL F4L-1011F LRG-423
COOLANT air 50% water + 50% ethylene glycol
FUEL

FUEL GRADE

diesel
DIN 51 601.

BS 2869: A1 and A2.
ASTM D 975-81:
1-D and 2-D.

W-F-800C: DF-A,
DF-1, and DF-2.

gasoline

leaded or unleaded
83 octane
(motor method).

LPG (liquefied
petroleum gas)

HD5
Gas Processors
Association
Standard 2140.
Category: special
duty propane.

OPERATING TEMPERATURE

OIL SUMP CAPACITY 10.5 qt USA

OIL FILTER CAPACITY

OIL GRADE

OIL WEIGHT see chart below see chart below
RUNNING TIME

(one tank fuel)

ENGINE OIL CHARTS

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172°F - 203°F
(78°C - 95°C)

(10 liters)

0.5 qt USA
(0.5 liters)

API: CC/SE CC/SF
CD/SE CD/SF
CE/SF CE/SG

Any tank of fuel (regardless of whether it is LPG, gasoline, or
diesel) will last an entire eight hour shift, under normal working
conditions.

160°F - 190°F
(71°C - 88°C)

4 qt USA
(3.8 liters)

1 qt USA
(0.95 liters)

API: SH or SG

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OVERALL DIMENSIONS

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3. SPECIFICATIONS

WORKING ENVELOPE

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SERIAL-NUMBER LOCATIONS

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Serial Numbers are located in five places.

1. Above the ground-control panel on a placard.
(The last four digits are month and year shipped.)

2. On the back-right of the counterweight.

CHASSIS NOMENCLATURE

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3. Above the lanyard anchor points on a placard.
(Last four digits are mo. and yr. shipped.)

TURNTABLE AND BOOM

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NOMENCLATURE

4. Below the drain hole in the turntable.

5. At the weld on the rear of the chassis. (Four­wheel drive machines have the serial number
stamped on top the chassis just behind the
rotation-bearing turret.)

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NOTE: If the turntable is rotated 180° its
FRONT is above the REAR of the chassis.

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4. GAUGES & CIRCUIT BREAKERS

4. GAUGES & CIRCUIT BREAKERS

GAUGES

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FILTER MINDER

The air filter g auge (1) (FILTER MINDER) is
located just above the ground-control panel. The
gauge measures the vacuum (air pressur e)
between the intake manifold and t he air filter. As
the filter clogs, t he vacuum increases (pressure
drops). As the vacuum increases, the yellow
indicator disk (2) raises toward the red ar ea ( 3)
of the sight glass. When the yellow disk reaches
the red, it’s time to chang e the air filter.

The indicator disk (2) stays at it s highest setting,
it does not go to the bottom of the sight glass
when the engine is turned off. After the f ilt er is
changed, press the small RESET button (4) t o
reset the indicator disk to the bottom of the sight
glass.

The TEMPERATURE gauge for Deutz engines
shows the temperature of the engine oil as the oil
leaves the oil filter. The t ypical operat ing­temperature range for a Deutz engine is 172°F to
203°F (78°C to 95°C).

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AMPS

The AMPS gauge shows the electric current
from the alternator t o the battery(ies). When the
engine is running, the needle in the AMPS gauge
should not be to the left of “ 0. ” Under normal
operating conditions, after the engine has been
running for a few minutes, this gauge should
read “0.”

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HOURS

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TEMPERATURE

The TEMPERATURE gauge is located at the top
of the ground-control panel. For Ford engines it
shows the temperature of the water-ant ifreeze
mixture in the engine block. The t ypical
operating-temperatur e r ange for Ford engines is
160°F to 190°F (71°C to 88°C).

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2

The HOURS gauge (1) is located on the wiring
box (2), to the left of the ground-control panel
(behind the cowling door). The HOURS gauge is
basically an electric clock. It accumulates tim e
when the BATTERY, EMERGENCY STOP (at
the ground), and MASTER switches are all in the
ON position. The HOURS g auge cannot be
reset. Use it to tell when it is time for 150 hour or
500 hour maintenance.

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4. GAUGES & CIRCUIT BREAKERS

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Fuel

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Hydraulic Oil Level

3

1

4

2

The fuel gauge (1) is locat ed on top of the
gasoline or diesel fuel tank (2). Read it at the line
(3) in the clear plastic window (4). It reads in
fractions-of-a- full-tank. The tank shown is a little
less than 3/8 full.

NOTE: Do not run a diesel fuel tank dry. Air in
the fuel line makes a diesel engine hard to
start.

1

The hydraulic-oil level gauge (1) is on the end of
the hydraulic oil tank (2). It shows the actual level
of oil inside the tank. Read it only when the
booms are completely down and completely
retracted. Otherwise, the lift and/or extend
cylinders become large reservoirs for hydraulic
oil and the oil level in the tank will be low. The oil
level (3) should be between the HIGH mark (4)
and LOW mark (5).

2

(OPTION - LPG) LPG t anks have two fuel
gauges (1) (2) on top. One measures correctly
when the tank is standing on end (VERTICAL)
the other measures correctly when the tank is
laying down (HORIZONTAL). Both read in
fractions-of-a- full-tank. Tanks on TB 60’s are
mounted horizontally. Therefore, you should read
the HORIZONTAL scale (2). This one is over 3/8
full.

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Hydraulic Oil Temperature

The hydraulic-oil temperature gauge (1) is
located inside the hydraulic-oil level gauge. It
measures the temperature of the oil in the tank
(2). The temperatur e should not exceed 200°F
(93°C). If it does, r educe your dr iving speed or
stop the TB 60 to let the hydraulic oil cool.

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Hydraulic Oil Filter

2

3

1

The hydraulic-oil filter g auge (1) is located at the
hydraulic-oil filter (2) input on top of the hydraulic
oil tank. The gauge measures pressure into the
filter. As the f ilt er clogs, the pressure goes up.

The hydraulic oil filter gauge should only be read
by qualified trained maintenance personnel. An
accurate reading requires very special conditions
and should not be attempted by operators.

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Engine Oil

FORD

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4. GAUGES & CIRCUIT BREAKERS

DEUTZ

Engine oil level is measured with a dipstick (1)
(2). Oil sump and oil filt er capacities given in the
“SPECIFICATIONS” chapt er are approximate.
True values may vary from machine to machine
due to slight variations or modifications dur ing
production. The oil dipstick is the only way to
accurately gauge if the engine oil level is correct

FORD DEUTZ

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3

Engine oil level should always be in the cross­hatched area (3) of the dipstick — never above
nor below it.

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4. GAUGES & CIRCUIT BREAKERS

CIRCUIT BREAKERS

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There are eight circuit br eakers on a TB 60.
Their purpose is to protect electr ical cir c uit s from
electrical overloads.

Four are on the platform-control box.

If any of these circuit breakers pops out, as
shown here,

push it back in. If it pops out again, there is a
problem in its electrical circuit and t he TB 60
should be removed from service immediately and
remain out of service until it is r epair ed by a
qualified service technician.

Three are on the wiring box and one is at the
bottom of the gr ound- cont r ol panel.

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SIRENS

)

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In addition to the tilt alarm sir en (described in
“SAFETY DEVICES”), the TB 60 emits other
alarm sounds under certain conditions.

There are two mini-sirens on a TB 60.

One is located on the platform-control box.

5. SIRENS & AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFFS

If the engine is off when you hear the single
continuous tone, someone (maybe you) is about
to start a TB 60 near you. Be alert and watch f or
machine movement.

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AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFFS

If the coolant in a Ford engine exceeds 220°F
(104°C) the engine will automatically stop and
cannot be restarted until it cools. A sing le
continuous tone will be emitted by both mini­sirens prior to shut-off.

If the oil in a Deutz engine exceeds 230°F
(110°C) the engine will automatically stop and
cannot be restarted until it cools. A sing le
continuous tone will be emitted by both mini­sirens prior to shut-off.

If a Deutz engine starts and r uns for 30 seconds
without producing any alternator current, t he
engine will automatically stop. This f eat ur e
protects the engine temperature in the event the
fan/alternator dr ive-belt br eaks. A single
continuous tone will be emitted by both mini­sirens prior to shut-off.

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The other is located on the turntable wiring box.
They will both, simultaneously, emit a single

continuous tone if any of the f ollowing conditions
occur:

• the engine temperature get s dangerously
high,

• there is no alternator current,

• the MASTER switch or the ANTI-RESTART

MASTER SWITCH has been turned ON, in
preparation to start the eng ine, but the engine
has not started to crank.

When you hear a single cont inuous t one, if the
engine is running, shut the engine off and check
the engine temperature and alter nat or drive-belt.
Correct the problem befor e r et ur ning the TB 60
to service.

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This chapter explains what each control does.
This chapter does not explain how to use the
controls to produce useful work: refer to the
“OPERATION” chapter for that, after you have
read this chapter.

The only optional equipment discussed in this
chapter is the control for dual-fuel. For other
optional equipment controls, see the OPTIONS”
chapter.

The TB 60 can be controlled from either of two
places:

the GROUND-CONTROL PANEL (1),
the PLATFORM-CONTROL BOX (2).

6. CONTROLS

6. CONTROLS

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6. CONTROLS

GROUND-CONTROL PANEL

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Switches for operating the TB 60 from the ground
are located on the right side of the machine
behind the small door.

NOTE: The number of each switch below
corresponds to the switch’s call-out on the
next page.

1. EMERGENCY STOP: Press the red cover
down, at any time, under any conditions, and the
entire machine stops — the engine turns off, the
brakes set, and nothing moves. This switch must
be up for anything on the machine to work.

2. EMERGENCY POWER: If the engine stops
and cannot be restarted, continuously holding
this switch down activates a small, battery­powered hydraulic-pump that supplies
emergency hydraulic power for the machine.
Boom movements will be slow and have long lag
times under EMERGENCY POWER.

3. SELECTOR SWITCH: Must be in the
GROUND position for the ground-control panel to
work. Must be in the PLATFORM position for the
platform controls to work.

4. BOOM SPEED: This control determines how
fast the main boom moves in, out, up, or down.
Set it to SLOW until you are very familiar with the
way the machine works or if the platform is
working in dangerous or cramped surroundings.

5. GROUND OPERATION: You must manually
hold this switch up any time you use one of the
five platform-moving switches (see box at right)
to move the platform. Holding the switch up
increases the engine speed and activates the
platform-moving switches in preparation to do
work.

7. ENGINE SPEED: Leave the switch set on
SLOW unless you need to warm the engine and
hydraulic oil up FAST. Return to SLOW after
warm-up.

8 through 12 are the platform-moving switches.
Each is a three position, momentary contact,
normally-off switch.

8. TURNTABLE SWING: CW rotates the entire
turntable clockwise (as seen from above). CCW
rotates the turntable counterclockwise.

9. PLATFORM ROTATION: CW rotates the
platform clockwise (as seen from above) relative
to the end of the tip-boom. CCW rotates the
platform counterclockwise.

10. PLATFORM LEVEL; UP rotates the platform
up relative to the end of the tip-boom. DN (down)
rotates the platform down.

11. BOOM EXTENSION: OUT extends the
booms. IN retracts the booms.

12. MAIN BOOM ELEVATION: UP raises the
base-boom. DN (down) lowers the base-boom.

13. (OPTION - FUEL): Before starting the engine
set the FUEL switch to GASOLINE or L.P.-GAS
depending on which you want to use. If you
select L.P.-GAS be sure to open the valve on top
the LP gas tank. To switch fuels with the engine
running, see the DUAL FUEL SYSTEM decal on
the inside of the ground-control panel door.

6. MASTER: This switch works like an
automobile ignition switch. Hold it at START until
the engine starts then release it to ON. If the
engine dies in ON, the key must be turned to
OFF before it will go back to START.

NOTE: On some machines you might have to
pause about three seconds in the ON position
before going to START so the starter can
engage.

Turn the MASTER switch to OFF if the platform
is to stay in a particular position for a long time.
That will turn the engine off and save fuel.

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GROUND-CONTROL PANEL

6. CONTROLS

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6. CONTROLS

PLATFORM-CONTROL BOX

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Controls for operating the TB 60 from the
platform are located on the platform-control box,
with the exception of the yellow foot switch which
is on the platform floor.

EMERGENCY STOP

1.
down at any time, under any conditions, and the
entire machine stops — the engine turns off, the
brakes set, and nothing moves. This switch must
be pulled to its up (or out) position if the TB 60 is
to be controlled from the platform.

EMERGENCY POWER

2.
and cannot be restarted, hold the switch toward
you and a small, battery-powered hydraulic-pump
comes on to supply power for the machine.
Boom movements will be slow and have long lag
times under EMERGENCY POWER.

ENGINE SPEED

3.
SLOW unless you want to drive at maximum
speed (see DRIVE RANGE below).

BOOM SPEED

4.
fast the main-boom moves in, out, up, or down;
and how fast the platform rotates and levels. Set
it to SLOW until you are very familiar with the
way the machin e works.

: Press the large red cap

: If the engine stops

: Leave this switch set on

: This control determines how

FAST. If the booms are up or extended the TB 60
will only travel 1 mph (1.6 km/hr) regardless of
this switch setting. Switching from LO to HI
changes the driving conditions from low speed
and high torque to the wheels to high speed and
low torque to the wheels.

CAUTION

Prolonged driving in HI (3 mph, 4.8 km/hr) heats
the hydraulic oil. Periodically check the
thermometer at the hydraulic-oil tank sight-glass.
Do not let the oil exceed 200°F (93°C). Stop the
engine and let the oil cool if necessary.

PLATFORM LEVEL

6.
up relative to the end of the tip-boom. DN (down)
rotates the platform down.

PLATFORM ROTATE

7.
platform clockwise (as seen from above) relative
to the end of the tip-boom. CCW rotates the
platform counterclockwise.

EXTEND

8.
the booms.

: OUT extends the booms. IN retracts

: UP rotates the platform

: CW rotates the

DRIVE RANGE

5.
travel 1 mph (1.6 km/hr). In HI the TB 60 will
travel 3 mph (4.8 km/hr) if the booms are down
and retracted and ENGINE SPEED is set to

: In LO the TB 60 will only

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9. ANTI-RESTART MASTER SWITCH: This
switch works like an automobile ignition switch.
Hold it at START until the engine starts then
release it to ON. If the engine dies in ON, the key
must be turned to OFF before it will go back to
START. Turn the switch to OFF if the platform is
to stay in a particular position for a long time.
This will turn the engine off and save fuel.

NOTE: On some machines you might have to
pause about three seconds in the ON position
before going to START so the starter can
engage.

10. Foot Switch: You must step down on the foot
switch, and hold it down, any time you use any
platform control that will move the platform.
Stepping on the foot switch increases the engine
speed and activates other switches/controls in
preparation to do work. (The foot switch is to the
platform what the GROUND OPERATION switch
is to the ground-control panel.)

NOTE: Do not step on the foot switch while
you are trying to start the engine.

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6. CONTROLS

11. DRIVE
FORWARD: Slowly push the DRIVE controller

forward and the TB 60 moves forward. The
further forward you push the controller the faster
the TB 60 goes (max. 3 mph, 4.8 km/hr).

REVERSE: Same as FORWARD except the TB
60 moves backward.

RIGHT: Push the DRIVE controller to the right
and the front wheels move in the direction for a
right hand turn. The longer you hold the controller
to the right the further the wheels turn.

LEFT: Works the same as RIGHT only for a left
hand turn.

NOTE: The wheels stay the direction you turn
them, they do not automatically return to
center the way automobile wheels do.

NOTE: There are blue and yellow arrows on
top of the chassis. The blue arrows point to
the FORWARD end of the chassis and to the
LEFT side of the TB 60. The yellow arrows
point to the REVERSE end of the chassis and
to the RIGHT side of the TB 60. The DRIVE
controller is color coded to match the arrows.
The color coding is designed to keep you from
becoming disoriented when you are aloft and
the platform is rotated with respect to the
chassis.

12. BOOM
UP: Slowly push the BOOM controller forward

and the main-boom raises. The further forward
you push the controller the faster the main-boom
raises.

DN: Same as UP only the main-boom goes
down.

CW: Slowly push the BOOM controller to the left
and the turntable swings clockwise (from above).
The further left you push the controll er the faster
the turntable swings.

CCW: Same as CW only the turntable swings
counterclockwise.

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7. OPERATION

7. OPERATION

Read and understand all the previous chapters in
this manual before you begin to operate a TB 60.

Dual-fuel is the only optional equipment
discussed in this chapter. For operation of ot her
optional equipment, see the “OPTIONS” chapter.

CONTROL STATIONS

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A TB 60 can be operated from the ground­control panel or from the platform-control box.
There are basically two differences between
ground-control and platform-control operations,
both are safety related:

1. The ground-control panel can override t he
platform-control box at any time. If a person
operating the machine from the platform
becomes incapacitated, a person on the
ground can always take over machine control.

DANGER

Do not attempt to operate the TB 60 ground
controls when the platform, booms, or any
other conducting part of an TB 60 is in
contact with energized elect ri cal wires or if
there is an immediate danger of such contact.

STARTING FROM THE GROUND-

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CONTROL PANEL

Before you begin to operate t he TB 60 a qualified
operator must perfor m the “DAILY INSPECTION
& MAINTENANCE” described in the chapter by
that name in this manual.

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Pre-start Conditions

After the DAILY INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE
has been performed, put the TB 60 into its pre­start conditions. Pre-start condit ions for operation
from the ground-control panel are:

1. Set the BATTERY switch (1) to ON (close the
battery-compartment door) .

2. The TB 60 can only be driven from the
platform-control box. The wheels cannot be
made to move from the gr ound- control panel.
This prevents ground-control operat or s from
running over themselves.

2. Check the circuit break er s ( 2) to see that none
has popped out (close the engine-compartm ent
door).

NOTE: You do not need to check the cir cuit
breakers on the platform-control box.

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7. OPERATION

3. Set the SELECTOR SWITCH (3) to GROUND.

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Starting (from the ground)

4. Flip the red cover (8) up then set the
EMERGENCY STOP toggle switch (4) to UP
FOR RUN.

5. Set the ENGINE SPEED switch (5) to SLOW.

6. Set the BOOM SPEED control ( 6) as shown.

Do not attempt to start a TB 60 until the actions
in the previous part of this section (ST ARTING
FROM THE GROUND-CONTRO L PANEL) have
been completed.

1. Insert the key into the MASTER switch (1).

7. (OPTION - DUAL FUEL) For m achines set up
to run both gasoline and LP gas: Set t he FUEL
switch (7) to GASOLINE or L.P.-GAS depending
on which you want to use. If you select L.P.­GAS, open the valve on top the LP gas tank.

2. Turn the key (2) to O N and pause there a few
seconds while a siren sounds to alert others that
the TB 60 is about to start.

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NOTE: If you pause 30 seconds or more an
automatic protection feat ur e will prevent the
TB 60 from starting. If that happens, tur n the
key (2) to OFF and try again.

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CAUTION

If the engine fails to start (at the next step) in 20
seconds, turn the key to OFF and wait 60
seconds before turning the key to START again.

3. Turn the key (3) to START and hold it there
until the engine starts (or for a maximum of 20
seconds) then release the key to ON.

7. OPERATION

STARTING FROM THE PLATFORM-

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CONTROL BOX

Before you begin to operate t he TB 60 a qualified
operator must perfor m the “DAILY INSPECTION
& MAINTENANCE” described in the chapter by
that name in this manual.

Pre-start Conditions

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After the DAILY INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE
has been performed, put the TB 60 into its pre­start conditions. Pre-start condit ions for operation
from the platform-control box are:

The engine should now be running.

NOTE: If you want to move the plat form from
the ground-control station, skip the next
section and go to

MOVING THE PLATFORM.

1. Set the
battery-compartment door) .

2. Check the circuit break er s ( 2) to see that none
has popped out (close the engine-compartm ent
door).

BATTERY

switch (1) to ON (close the

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3. At the ground-control panel, set the
SELECTOR SWITCH (3) to PLATFORM.

4. At the ground-control panel, set the
EMERGENCY STOP switch (4) to UP FOR
RUN.

5. At the ground-control panel, inser t the key into
the MASTER switch (5) and turn it to ON (close
the ground-control door).

NOTE: Because you set the SELECTOR
SWITCH to PLATFORM, no “start-up” siren
will sound when you set the MASTER switch
to ON (unless both the EMERGENCY STOP
and ANTI-RESTART MASTER SWITCH, at
the platform-control box, are on).

8. At the platform-control box (7) set the
following:

ENGINE SPEED.............. SLOW

DRIVE RANGE................ LO

BOOM SPEED ................ 3/4 of way to FAST

EMERGENCY STOP....... up

9. Check the platform-control box circuit breakers
(8) to see that none has popped out.

6. Put on a personnel fall-restr aint device.

7. Enter the platform , close the gate, and attach
the lanyard of your fall restraint t o one of the
lanyard anchor points (6).

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Starting (from the platform)

Do not attempt to start a TB 60 until the actions
in the previous part of this section (ST ARTING
FROM THE PLATFORM CONTROL BOX) have
been completed.

1. Turn the ANTI-RESTART MASTER SWITCH
(1) to ON and pause there a few seconds while a
siren sounds to alert others that the TB 60 is
about to start.

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NOTE: If you pause 30 seconds or more an
automatic protection feat ur e will prevent the
TB 60 from starting. If that happens, tur n the
ANTI-RESTART MASTER SWITCH to OFF
and try again.

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MOVING THE PLATFORM

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7. OPERATION

CAUTION

If the engine fails to start (at the next step) in 20
seconds, turn the

SWITCH

turning the switch to START again.

2. Turn the
(2) to START and hold it t here until the engine
starts (or for a m aximum of 20 seconds) then
release the switch to ON.

to OFF and wait 60 seconds before

ANTI-RESTART MASTER SWITCH

NOTE: Do not step on the f oot switch while
you are trying to start the engine.

ANTI-RESTART MASTER

The engine should already be running (as
described earlier in this chapter) bef or e you star t
this section.

DANGER

Be certain that the space into which you are
about to move the platform, boom, turntable,
and chassis is free of obstructions. Always
look in the direction of movement.

Be careful when operating a TB 60 within 132
feet (40 meters) of an overhead electric­power line.

DANGER

If you operate from the platform-control box
be sure that the lanyard of your fall restraint
is attached to one of the lanyard anchor
points on the platform mount. Also, be sure
the gate is closed behind you.

The engine should now be running.

Each of the ways the platform can move is
shown in the following two-page spread. The
photos show the switches to push to move the
platform. The switch call-out numbers (on the
left-hand page) correspond to the illustration
numbers on the right-hand page.

NOTE: At the end of each work day the TB 60
should be returned to the STOWED
POSITION as described under STOWI NG in
the “STOWING & TRANSPORT I NG ” chapter.

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IMPORTANT
Ground-control panel operation:

You must
hold the GROUND OPERATION switch (6) up
when you use any of the platform-moving
switches (1 through 5) to move the platf or m. This
is a safety feature to prevent t he plat form from
moving if a single platform-moving switch is
accidentally pushed.

IMPORTANT
Platform-control box operation:

You must be
stepping on the foot switch (7) when you use any
of the platform-moving switches
(1 through 5) to move the platform. Also, you
must be stepping on the foot switch to use eit her
the BOOM controller or the DRIVE controller.
The foot switch is a safety feature to prevent the
platform from moving if a single platform-moving
switch is accidentally pushed.

FOOT SWITCH

GROUND-CONTROL PANEL

PLATFORM-CONTROL BOX

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MOVING THE TB 60

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There is a blue arrow on the FORWARD end of
the chassis and a yellow arrow on the
REVERSE end of the chassis. Pushing the

DRIVE

controller FORWARD causes the
chassis to move in the direction of the blue
arrow on the end of the chassis. Pushing the

DRIVE

controller to REVERSE causes the
chassis to move in the direction of the yellow
arrow on the opposite end of the chassis.

NOTE: You must be stepping on t he foot
switch for the

DRIVE

controller to work.

STEERING

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There are two blue arrows on the LEFT side of
the chassis and two yellow arrows on the
RIGHT side of the chassis. Pushing the

DRIVE

controller to LEFT causes the f r ont wheels to
turn for a left turn. Pushing the

DRIVE

controller to RIGHT causes the front wheels to
turn for a right turn.

NOTE: You must be stepping on t he foot
switch.

NOTE: When you release the

DRIVE

controller the wheels stay where you set
them. The wheels do not return to the
“straight ahead” posit ion.

DRIVE

FORWARD

DRIVE

FORWARD

STEER

WHEELS

DRIVE

WHEELS

FORWARD

DRIVE

REVERSE

DRIVE

REVERSE

RIGHTLEFT

DRIVE

REVERSE

DRIVE

LEFT

DRIVE

LEFT

STEER

WHEELS

DRIVE

WHEELS

FORWARD

DRIVE

REVERSE

DRIVE

RIGHT

RIGHTLEFT

DRIVE

RIGHT

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125 V AC OUTLET AT THE PLATFORM

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The electrical box (1) has two 3-prong, 125 V
ac electrical connectors. Their combined out put
is limited by a 20 A, slow-blow circuit breaker
(2).

The power-input connector (3) for t he elect rical
box (1) is on the side of the wiring box (4). Plug
a source of power into the power-input
connector (3) if you intend to use the elect r ical
box (1) to power equipment.

7. OPERATION

CAUTION

Unplug the source of power before you move
the TB 60.

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8. EMERGENCY OPERATION

There are three form s of emergency operation
for the TB 60: emergency stop, emergency
power, and emergency bleed-down. Each is
covered as a separate section below.

EMERGENCY STOP

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There are two EMERGENCY STOP switches on
the TB 60.

One is located on the platform-control box.

Push either EMERGENCY STOP switch down, at
any time, and the entire machine stops, the
engine turns off, the brakes set, and nothing
moves.

Functionally, the EMERGENCY STOP switches
do the same thing as turning t he MASTER switch
or the ANTI-RESTART MASTER SWITCH to
OFF. The EMERGENCY STOP switches are
designed to be easier to find and f ast er to use
than key switches.

To reset the EMERGENCY STOP switches, pull
or push them up. The TB 60 engine can t hen be
restarted in the normal way.

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EMERGENCY POWER

Use EMERGENCY POWER when the platform
must be lowered or retracted but the T B 60
engine will not start.

CAUTION

Limit the use of EMERGENCY POWER to ten
minutes to keep the emergency pump and m ot or
from overheating. Let t he pump and motor cool
at least 15 minutes before reuse.

One is located on the ground-control panel.

The EMERGENCY STOP switch on the ground­control panel can be used with the door open or
with the door closed as shown here.

NOTE: Boom movements will be slow and
have long lag times under EMERGENCY

POWER.

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Used From the Ground-Control Panel

1. Set the BATTERY switch (1) to ON.

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2. Set the MASTER switch (2) to ON.

3. Set the EMERGENCY STOP switch (3) to UP
FOR RUN.

4. Set the SELECTOR SWITCH (4) to GROUND.

5. Push and continue to hold the GROUND
OPERATION switch (5) up.

2. MASTER switch (2) must be ON.

3. EMERGENCY STOP (3) must be UP FOR
RUN.

4. SELECTOR SWITCH (4) must be set to
PLATFORM.

EMERGENCY POWER can now be used from
the platform-control box by doing the following:

6. Push and hold a platform-moving switch (7)
the way you want the platform to move.

7. Push and continue to hold the EMERGENCY
POWER switch (6) down.

8. When t he plat form is safely retrieved, release
the switches and turn the MASTER switch (2) to
OFF.

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Used From the Platform-Control Box

For EMERGENCY POWER to be used fr om the
platform-control box, certain switch settings must
exist at the ground-control panel and in the
battery compartment. T he switch sett ings are:

1. BATTERY switch (1) must be ON.

5. Set the ANTI-RESTART MASTER SWITCH
(5) to ON.

6. Pull EMERGENCY STOP (6) up.

7. Step on the foot switch (7).

8. Push and hold a switch or controller (on top of
the platform-control box) the way you want the
platform to move.

9. Push and continue to hold EMERGENCY
POWER (8) to ON.

10. When t he plat form is safely retrieved, set the
MASTER switch (2) to OFF.

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EMERGENCY BLEED-DOWN

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Use the emergency bleed-down valve when all
three of the following conditions exist
simultaneously:

• the platform needs to be lowered,

• the TB 60 engine will not start,

EMERGENCY POWER

•
batteries or other cause).

does not work (dead

DANGER

Do not lower the platform or booms ont o
electrical wires, peopl e, or ot her
obstructions.

NOTE: If t he m ain- boom is allowed to dr op
below the horizontal, the platform will not
remain level.

8. EMERGENCY OPERATION

1

2

The emergency bleed-down valve (1) is located
under the turntable (2). T o use t he valve:

1. Very slowly open the bleed-down valve (1) by
turning it counterclock wise. The further it is
opened, the faster the booms com e down.

DANGER

Be certain you close the emergency bleed­down valve (1) at the next step. Fai l ure to do
so prevents the main boom from remaining
stationary in an elevated position.

2. Close the emergency bleed-down valve (1)
when the main-boom is horizontal.

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STOWING

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9. STOWING & TRANSPORTING

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TRANSPORTING

9. STOWING & TRANSPORTING

At the end of each work day (or in preparation for
transporting, lift ing, towing, or storage) a
qualified operator should put the TB 60 into its
STOWED POSITION then lock it.

The correct STOWED POSITI O N is shown here.

To bring the TB 60 into the STOWED POSITION
use the controls on the ground-contr ol panel t o:

1. Fully retract the main boom.

The user assumes all responsibility for choosing
the proper method of tr anspor t ation, and the
proper selection and use of transport at ion and
tie-down devices, making sure the equipment
used is capable of supporting the weight of the
aerial platform and that all m anufacturer’s
instructions and warnings, regulations and safety
rules of their employer, the DOT and/or any other
state or federal law are followed.

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Trailering

DANGER

A TB 60 weighs approximately 20,700 pounds
(9,386 kg). Loading ramps must be able to
support that weight. Transport tr ai l ers must
be able to safely transport that w ei ght .

2. Fully lower the main boom.

3. Center the main boom between the rear
wheels.

To lock the TB 60:

1. If the engine has just been under load and is
hot, set the ENGINE SPEED to SLOW and let
the engine idle for five minutes.

2. Set the MASTER switch to OFF, remove the
key, and close the ground-control panel door.

3. Set the BATTERY switch to OFF.

4. Close and lock the door to the batt er y
compartment.

5. (OPTION - LPG) For m achines equipped with
LPG, close the valve on the LPG-tank
(completely screwed in).

6. Close and latch all other doors.

DANGER

Do not load a TB 60 on grades over 25%; or
with the turntable rot at ed with respect to the
chassis; or on ramps with poor tract i on,
uneven surfaces, or steps.

A TB 60 can be safely driven onto a transport
vehicle. To do so:

2

3

1. Visually inspect the alignment of t he loading
ramp (1) and the truck or trailer (2). They should
both be on the same straight line.

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2. Chock (3) the wheels of the tr uck or trailer so
it cannot roll away form the loading r amp (1)
while the TB 60 is being loaded.

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3. Enter the platform and at tach the lanyard of
your fall restraint to a lanyard anchor point ( 1) on
the platform.

4. Use the controls of the platform-control box (2)
to raise the main-boom to it s horizontal position.

Securing to a Transport Vehicle

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This procedure assumes that the T B 60 is in it s
STOWED POSITION, and that its wheels are
chocked, and that you are in control at the
platform-control box.

5. Use the platform contr ols to bring the TB 60
into the STOWED POSITION (except main­boom horizontal) at the foot of the loading ramp
(3) with the steering wheels (4) nearest the ram p
(3).

6. Visually check (from the platform) to be sure
the TB 60 is aligned with the ramp and the ramp
is still aligned with the truck or t railer. All should
be in a straight line.

DANGER

Always set the DRIVE RANGE switch to LO
anytime you drive up or down a grade.

7. Set the

8. Use the
slightly to the side so you are aligned with the
wheels and can see them better.

9. Use the
TB 60 straight onto the ramp and trailer.

DRIVE RANGE

BOOM

DRIVE

controller to move the platform

controller to slowly drive the

switch to LO.

1. Use the
(1) about one foot (0.3 m et er s ) .

2. Place a large wood block (2) under the rot at or
pylon (3) and use the
the rotator pylon (3) back onto t he block (2).

3. Turn the
to OFF, set the
the key, and close the ground-contr ol panel door .

4. Set the

5. (OPTION - LPG) For m achines equipped with
LPG, close the valve on the LPG tank
(completely screwed in).

6. Use a nylon strap (4) to secure the platform
(5) to the trailer as shown. (This will stop the end
of the booms and the platf or m from moving
during transport.)

BOOM

ANTI-RESTART MASTER SWITCH

BATTERY

controller to raise the tip-boom

BOOM

MASTER

switch to OFF.

controller to lower

switch to OFF, remove

10. Use the
turntable (180°) until the main-boom is centered
between the front wheels.

11. Completely lower the main-boom.

12. Chock the TB 60 wheels then go on to the
next subsection immediately below.

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controller to rotate the

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2

1

3

9. Hook a long rubber strap ( 1) t hrough one of
the holes (2) in the inside of one of the front
cowling doors (3).

7. Attach chains to the front (1) and back (2) tie­down lugs. Chocks may be removed at this time,
though it is a good idea to leave them in place.

1

2

8. Use rubber straps (1), as shown, to k eep the
rear cowling doors (2) from opening during
transport.

1

2

10. Stretch the rubber str ap ( 1) under the
turntable (2) to a similar hole in t he opposite front
cowling door. (This prevents the fr ont door s from
opening during transport. )

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11. Use a wire-tie, as shown, to keep the foot
switch from bouncing around the platform.

12. Use a wire-tie on each end of the gravity gate
to keep it from bouncing around.

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Towing

Do not tow a TB 60 unless it is equipped with the
optional tow package. See the “O PTIONS”
chapter.

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10. DAILY INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE

At the start of each work day (or 8 hour shift) a
TB 60 qualified operator m ust per form the DAILY
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE listed in t he
table below.

The purpose of the daily inspection and
maintenance is to keep the TB 60 in proper
working condition and to detect signs of
malfunction at the earliest possible t ime.

Do not operate a TB 60 that is known to be
damaged or malfunctioning. Defective parts
or equipment malfunctions jeopardize the
safety of the operator and other personnel,
and can cause damage to the machine.

DANGER

DAILY INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

(Set the

1. Engine fuel level Check fuel gauge ( full)

2. Fuel tank cap Visually inspect (installation)

3. Engine oil Check oil level (between dipstick lines)

4. Fuel leaks Visually inspect (hoses, connections, etc.)

5. Engine coolant Check fluid level and radiator hoses

6. Wiring harnesses Visually inspect (installation, condition)

7. Battery terminals Visually inspect (corrosion)

8. Battery fluid level Check fluid level (in contact with filler neck)

9. Hydraulic oil Check oil level (between lines on gauge)

10. Hydraulic oil leaks Visually inspect (hoses, tubes)

11. Tires Visually inspect (condition)

12. Bolts and fasteners Visually inspect (looseness)

13. Structural damage & welds Visually inspect (weld cracks, dents)

14. Guardrails Visually check condition

15. Platform g r avity g ate Visually inspect (operation)

16. Self-closing gat e ( option) Actuate and visually check condition

17. Lanyard anchor points Visually check condition

18. Emergency power motor/pump Check operation (causes correct mot ion)

19. Air filter Check condition (gauge)

20. Charging system Visually inspect (gauge)

21. Ground-control panel switches and alarms Actuate and visually check for operation

22. Level sensor Actuate and listen for alarm t o sound

23. Platform-control box switches and alarms Actuate and visually check for operation

24. GFCI (ground f ault cir c uit int errupt) (option) Actuate and visually check for operation

25. Placards and decals Visually inspect (installation, condition)

26. Platform work lights (option) Turn them on to see that they work

27. Flashing lights (option) Turn it on to see that it work s

28. Driving light (option) Turn them on to see that t hey work

29. Slide pads Visually inspect (boom-wear marks)

30. Wire r opes Visually inspect (even tension)

MASTER

switch to OFF before you begin this inspection.)

ITEM SERVICE REQUIRED

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The rest of this chapter shows how to perfor m
the SERVICE REQUIRED for each ITEM in the
DAILY INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
table.

1. Engine fuel level

1

6

5

To replace an LPG tank:

Close the valve (3).
Manually disconnect the fuel hose at the

knurled ring (4).

Visually check to see that the gasoline or diesel
tank is full (1) — this one is not .

2

3

7

4

8

(OPTION - LPG) Visually check to see that the
LPG tank is full (2) .

Open the straps (5).
Manually lift the tank (6) out.
NOTE: Notice the positioning pin ( 7) . At re-

installation be sure the slot (8) in the top of
the LPG tank (6) alig ns with t he pin ( 7) .

2. Fuel tank cap

1

Check to see that the tank cap ( 1) is in place
and is tight.

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3. Engine oil

DEUTZ DIESEL ENGINE

FORD GASOLINE ENGINE

4. Fuel leaks

DEUTZ DIESEL ENGINE

21

FORD GASOLINE ENGINE

1

1

1

Keep the oil level between the marks on the
dipstick (1).

The distance between the top and bottom
dipstick marks corresponds t o about 1 qt US
(one liter). Add oil, if needed, at the filler cap (2)
for Deutz engines or on top the eng ine for Ford
engines.

NOTE: See the “SPECIFICATIONS” chapter
for the correct engine-oil grade and weight.

Visually inspect the entire length of t he fuel line
(1), from the engine to the fuel tank, for leaks.

5. Engine coolant

DEUTZ DIESEL ENGINE

2

1

3

Deutz engines are air cooled. Visually inspect
the air intake (1) and f an ( 2) to be sure they are
free of obstructions t hat could stop or slow the
flow of air through t he cylinder cowling. Visually
check the fan belt (3) t o see that it is in place
and not cracked.

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FORD GASOLINE ENGINES

6

4

5

Ford engines are liquid cooled. When Ford
engines are at operating tem per at ur e, 160°F ­190°F (71°C - 88°C), the coolant should be at
the HOT level (4). When Ford engines are cold,
there should be about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of
coolant in the bottom of the r eser voir ( 5) .

The coolant in Ford engines is half water and
half ethylene glycol.

To add coolant:

Turn the engine OFF at the ground-control
panel MASTER switch.

FORD GASOLINE ENGINE

1

Inspect the wiring harness (1), on both sides of
the machine, for loose connections, broken
wires, and frayed insulation.

7. Battery terminals

DEUTZ DIESEL ENGINE

1

Remove the cap (6).
Add coolant and replace the cap (6).

6. Wiring harnesses

DEUTZ DIESEL ENGINE

FORD GASOLINE ENGINE

1

1

Battery terminals (1) should be clean and fr ee
of corrosion.

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8. Battery fluid level

1

2

DANGER

Batteries emit hydrogen and oxygen,
elements that can combine explosively. Do
not smoke or permit open flames or sparks
when checking batteries.

Remove the caps (1) and visually check to see
that the battery fluid is in contact with the
bottom of the f iller neck (2) inside each hole.

9. Hydraulic oil

10. Hydraulic oil leaks

DANGER

Leaking hydraulic oil can cause burns, fires,
falls (slipping), cuts, and puncture wounds
(if under high pressure). Have a qualified
trained maintenance person repair all
hydraulic oil leaks before you operate a TB 60.

Hydraulic oil leaks are easily visible and can
show up anyplace. Visually inspect the entire
machine for hydraulic oil. Check t he ground
under the machine for leaked oil. Check the
platform end of each boom - oil can run down
the inside of a boom and drip out the end.

To check the hydraulic oil level:

Completely lower and completely retract the
booms.

The hydraulic oil temperature (1) should be
less than 200°F (93°C).

The hydraulic oil level should be between
the two marks (2) on the sight - glass gauge.

If necessary, add hydraulic oil at the filler cap
(3). See the “SPECIFICAT IONS” chapter for
type and grade of hydraulic oil.

11. Tires

DANGER

Death or serious injury can result if a TB 60
tips over. An air-filled tire that has an a ir leak
or blow-out is a tip over hazard. Do not raise
the platform if any tire has an air leak or is in
such condition that a blow-out could occur.

TB 60 tires are air-f illed. Air-filled tires should
be visually checked several times a day to see
that they are properly inflated. Air - filled tires
should be checked very carefully for imbedded
material, cuts, punctures, abraded areas, or
excessive wear.

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12. Bolts & fasteners

Visually inspect all fasteners to see that none is
missing or obviously loose.

Pay particular attention to all of t he safety-wired
bolts (1). Neither the wire nor t he bolt heads
should be damaged in any way. (Check the
turntable end of the boom and the end of the lift
cylinder for other safety-wired bolts. Check both
sides of the machine.)

4

Pay particular attention to all of the upper (3)
and all of the lower (4) (view from under t he
machine) rotation-bearing bolts . None should
be visibly loose, missing, or have broken
heads.

13. Structural damage & wel ds

Visually inspect all welds for cracks, all
structural members f or deformity, and all sheet
metal for dents that could int er fere with
machine operation.

2

Pay particular attention to all of the wheel nuts
(2). None should be visibly loose, missing, or
deformed.

3

1

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Pay particular attention to boom welds (1).
Closely inspect boom welds (1), all the way
around, for cracks.

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10. DAILY INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE

14.Guardrails

Visually inspect the guardrails to see that none
of the tubing has been cut out, r em oved, nor
deformed in any way. Visually check the
guardrail welds to see that none is cracked nor
ground down.

15. Platform gravity gate

17. Lanyard anchor points

Neither lanyard anchor point should be visibly
deformed, cut, nor worn. The welds should not
be cracked nor ground down.

18. Emergency power motor/pump

Inspect the gravity gate to be sure it is present
and moves freely.

16. Self-closing gate (option)

Inspect the self-closing gate, at the platform
entrance, to see that it swings f r eely, lat c hes
securely, and is not deformed in any way.

P/N 0082168

DANGER

When the turntable rotates clockw i se ( CW)
it will move directly toward you. When you
check TURNTABLE SWING at CW (1) be
sure you have room to step backward.

Check each of the five boom-moving switches
(3), using EMERGENCY POWER (2), to see
that they work correctly. Check both posit ions
of each switch (3). (For correct emergency
power operating procedures see the
“EMERGENCY OPERATION” chapter. )

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10. DAILY INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE

20. Charging system

1

Check each of the boom-movement functions
from the platform-control box (4), using
EMERGENCY POWER (5). Check all positions
of each control. (For corr ect emergency power
operating procedures see the “EMERGENCY
OPERATION” chapter. )

19. Air filter

Start the engine fr om t he ground-control panel.

The FILTER MINDER gauge (1) has a yellow
disk in it (2). As the air filter clogs the yellow
disk raises toward the red area (3) of the sight
glass. If the yellow disk is in the red, after the
engine has been running for 30 seconds, t he
air filter needs to be replaced. ( For further
explanation of the FILTER MINDER gauge, see
the “GAUGES & CIRCUIT BREAKERS”
chapter.)

With the engine running, the needle in the
AMPS gaug e ( 1) should not be to the left of “ 0”
(left of “0” is dischar ging).

21. Ground-control panel switches and alarms

DANGER

When you check TURNTABLE SWING at CW
(1) the turntable will move directly toward
you. Be sure you have room to step
backward.

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Check each of the five platform-moving
switches (2) using GROUND OPERATION (3)
to see that they cause the TB 60 to move the
way it should. Check both positions of each
switch. (For correct operating pr ocedur es see
the “OPERATION” chapt er .)

P/N 0082168

10. DAILY INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE

Pay particular attention to the EMERGENCY
STOP switch (4) to see that it turns the TB 60
engine off when struck.

Listen for the start- up alar m when the M ASTER
switch (5) is first turned ON.

22. Level sensor

With the TB 60 engine running and the main
boom extended five to ten feet (2 - 3 m ), pull
the level sensor to the side as far as possible.
The level sensor alarm should sound. (The
level sensor is located in the left side of the
turntable, behind the rear cowling door.)

23. Platform-control box switches and alarms

Listen for the motion alarm ( if the TB 60 has
that option) as you drive forward and backward.
Listen for the start- up alar m when the ANTI-
RESTART switch is first t ur ned ON.

Pay particular attention to the foot switch to see
that it deactivates the platform-moving switches
when the foot switch is not stepped on.

24. GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupt) ( option)
If the TB 60 has the ac gener ator option, set

the MACHINE/GENERATOR switch (on front of
platform-control box) to GENERATOR. If the
TB 60 does not have the ac generator option,
connect a source of 125 V ac power to the
power plug inside the left rear of t he turntable.

Check all of the platform-moving, drive, and
steering functions from the platform-control box
to see that they cause the TB 60 to move the
way it should. (For correct operating
procedures see the ”OPERATION” chapter.)

Pay particular attention to the EMERGENCY
STOP switch (1) to see that it turns the TB 60
engine off when struck.

Press the operator horn (if t he machine has
that option) to see that the hor n work s.

P/N 0082168

Push the TEST button (1) in on the GFCI. The

RESET button (2) should pop out. Press the
RESET button (2) back in (then set the
MACHINE/GENERATOR switch to MACHINE,

if so equipped).

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10. DAILY INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE

25. Placards and decals

Look to see that all placards and decal are in place and legible. Replace any missing or illegible
placards or decals before placing the T B 60 int o ser vice for the daily work shift.

The OPTIONAL PLACARDS AND DECALS, listed below on this page, are only installed on machines
that have the corresponding options.

Placard and decal kits for the TB 60 are available from Snorkel dealers.

PLACARDS AND DECALS INSPECTION CHART

NO PART # DESCRIPTION REQ

1 0073298 Danger - Foam filled tires 2
2 0323896 Danger - electrocution hazard 5
3 0070420 Emergency bleed down 1
4 0070418 Snorkelift logo 4
5 0323897 Danger - you must not operate 1
6 0074209 Pre-start instruction 1
7 0090589 Platform capacity 500 lb 1
8 0323899 Danger - electrocution hazard 1

9 0070540 Yellow arrow 3
10 0070541 Blue arrow 3
11 0070901 Caution - serial number 1
12 0072530 Danger - electrocution hazard 1
13 0071425 Platform identification 1
14 0071927 Hydraulic oil 1
15 0082014 Platform control box top 1
16 0180846 Platform control box front 1
17 0073491 Safe operating information 1
18 0082176 TB-60 logo 2
19 0150448 Attach fall restraint device 1
20 0073668 Caution - do not use boom 1
21 0181654 Danger - inspect unit 1
22 0181655 Caution - move control handle

slowly
23 0072531 Danger - electrocution hazard 1
24 0190989 Danger - do not reach through

holes
25 0070921 125 volt 20 amp power 2
26 0074210 Danger - electrocution/tipping

hazard
27 0111735 Main system/run/throttle 1
28 0082003 Ground controls 1
29 0073043 Manual holder 1
30 0073224 Notice manual re-order 1
31 0072541 Danger - do not operate 1
32 0073492 Rotate while greasing 1
33 0073585 Made in USA 2
34 0181562 ANSI A92.5-1992 1
35 0073667 Inspect wire ropes 2

1

1

1

Additional decals found on

NO PART # DESCRIPTION REQ

60 0071926 Diesel fuel 1

Additional decals found on

NO PART # DESCRIPTION REQ

70 0071925 Gasoline fuel 1
71 0151410 Danger - rotating engine parts 2

Additional decals found on

NO PART # DESCRIPTION REQ

80 0072276 Lug nut torque 450-500 ft lb 2
81 0072277 Lug nut torque 200-225 ft lb 2

Additional decals found on

NO PART # DESCRIPTION REQ

90 0072276 Lug nut torque 450-500 ft lb 4

OPTIONAL PLACARDS AND DECALS

NO PART # DESCRIPTION REQ

A 0081441 Caution - liquid withdrawal 1
B 0082064 Manifold heater instructions 1
C 0071269 Horn 1
D 0080650 Lift 4
E 0090492 Dual fuel switch 1
F 0090493 Dual fuel instructions 1
G 0071792 Warm-up switch 2
H 0071793 Hydraulic system warm-up

instructions

J 0072203 Towing instructions 2
K 0082160 Danger - do not exceed 1
L 0082164 Danger - do not ride... 1

M 0082203 Danger - crushing hazard 1
N 0181634 Engine block heater 1

P 0110492 Platform capacity 600 lb 1

R 0073085 Platform capacity 650 lb 1

Diesel

Gasoline

4x2

machines

4x4

machines

machines

machines

1

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10. DAILY INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE

PLACARDS AND DECALS INSPECTION DRAWING

P/N 0082168

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10. DAILY INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE

26. Platform work light s ( option)

29. Slide pads

While the engine is running, momentarily tu r n
each work light on (use the switch on the back of
each light) to see that they both work.

27. Flashing light (option)

2

1

With the engine running, use the ground-cont r ol
panel to raise and extend the booms about 10
feet (three meter s) . Visually inspect to see that
all 12 slide pads (1) are in place.

Look at the surfaces (2) t hat slide on each slide
pad — the paint should still be in place and there
should not be any signs of bare metal gouging.

Completely retract the booms then tur n t he
engine OFF at the ground-cont r ol panel

MASTER switch.

30. Wire ropes

Visually check to see that the light flashes at
approximately one flash per second when the
engine is running.

28. Driving lights (option)
While the engine is running, momentarily tu r n t he

driving lights on to see that they work.

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Check the condition of the wire ropes near both
ends of the base-boom. The wire ropes should
not have any broken strands or be distorted in
any way.

P/N 0082168

11. TROUBLESHOOTING

11. TROUBLESHOOTING

All of the actions described in this chapter may
be performed by a TB 60
and qualified service technician is not req u ir ed.
Any problem that cannot be fixed by actions
listed below should be referred to a trained and
qualified TB 60

PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY

Engine will not start from
the ground-control panel.

Engine will not start from
the platform-control box.

service technician.

operator

TB 60 OPERATOR’S TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

— a trained

1. Switches are set wrong.
(Engine will not crank.)

2. The MAIN SYSTEM
circuit breaker, on the
wiring box, has tripped.
(Engine will not crank.)

3. Out of fuel. ( G asoline or
diesel engine cranks but
will not start.)

4. LPG OPTION.
FUEL switch on ground-

control panel is set wrong.
(Engine cranks but will not
start.)

1. Stepping on foot switch.
(Engine will not crank.)

2. Switches are set wrong.
(Engine will not crank.)

The first column, of the following chart, lists
some common problems encountered by TB 60
operators. The second column lists some of the
causes for each problem. The third column lists
remedies.

A. Set BATTERY switch to ON.
At the
B. Set MASTER switch to OFF.
C. Set EMERGENCY STOP to UP FOR RUN.
D. Set SELECTOR SWITCH to GROUND.
E. Set MASTER switch to ON for 5

seconds then turn MASTER switch to
START.

Push the MAIN SYSTEM (25) button
back in. If the butt on pops out again, refer
the problem to a qualif ied ser vice
technician.

Add fuel to tank then alter nately crank
engine for 20 seconds and let starter motor
cool for 60 seconds (20 on / 60 off).

A. Set FUEL switch (ground-control
panel) to L.P.-GAS or G ASO LI NE.

B. Check the fuel gauge, on top of the
tank, to see if ther e is fuel in tank.

C. For L.P.-GAS only: Check to see that
fuel valve, on top L.P. tank, is open.

D. Alternately crank engine for 20 seconds
then let starter motor cool for 60 seconds.

Be sure you are not stepping on the foot
switch, or that the foot switch is not
“blocked” in any way, while you are trying
to start the engine.

A. Set the BATTERY switch to ON.
At the
B. Set the EMERGENCY STOP switch to

UP FOR RUN.
C. Set the SELECTOR SWITCH to

PLATFORM.
D. Set the MASTER switch to ON.
At the
E. set the ANTI-RESTART MASTER

SWITCH to OFF.
F. Pull the EMERGENCY STOP switch up.
G. Turn the ANTI-RESTART MASTER

SWITCH to ON.
H. Turn the ANTI-RESTART MASTER

SWITCH to START.

ground-control panel:

ground-control panel:

platform-control box:

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11. TROUBLESHOOTING

TB 60 OPERATOR’S TROUBLESHOOTING CHART (continued)

PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY

Engine will not start from
the platform-control box.
(Continued)

3. The MAIN CIRCUIT
BREAKER, on the
platform-control box,
and/or the MAIN SYSTEM
circuit breaker, on the
wiring box, has tripped,
(Engine will not crank.)

4. Out of fuel. ( G asoline or
diesel engine cranks but
will not start.)

5. LPG OPTION.
FUEL switch on the

ground-control panel is set
wrong. (Engine cranks but
will not start.)

Jerky platform movement

Loose wire-ropes. Report problem to a trained and qualified

during extension.
Cannot attain maximum

speed (3 mph, 4.8 km/hr) .

Booms are not completely
down and completely
retracted.

Tilt alarm does not work. Booms are completely

down and completely
retracted. (Tilt alarm is not
designed to work under
these conditions as a
convenience to personnel
loading and unloading TB
60’s onto/from transpor t
vehicles.)

Boom raises but will not
stay elevated.

For machines with

option only

: Front wheels

tow

EMERGENCY BLEED­DOWN valve is open.

FLOAT VALVE is open. Twist FLOAT VALVE handle until pin on

do not turn when using
DRIVE controller LEFT or
RIGHT.

Push the circuit breaker butt on( s) in. If
the button pops out again, refer the
problem to a qualified service technician.

Add fuel to tank then alter nately crank
engine for 20 seconds and let start er
motor cool for 60 seconds.

A. Set FUEL switch (ground-control
panel) to L.P.-GAS or G ASO LI NE.

B. Check the fuel gauge, on top of the
tank, to see if ther e is fuel in tank.

C. For L.P.-GAS only: Check to see that
fuel valve, on top L.P. tank, is open.

D. Alternately crank engine for 20
seconds then let starter motor cool for 60
seconds.

service technician.
Completely lower and completely retract

the booms.

Extend and raise the booms a little.

Close the EMERGENCY BLEED-DOWN
valve.

shaft drops into detent.

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P/N 0082168

12. OPTIONS

12. OPTIONS

OPERATOR HORN



The operator HORN button is on t he r ight side of
the platform-control box. For the HORN to work
the BATTERY switch must be ON and the
following switches, on the ground-control panel,
must be set as indicated:

SELECTOR SWITCH.......PLATFORM

EMERGENCY STOP........UP FOR RUN

MASTER..........................ON

The operator HORN is used primarily to get the
attention of people on the gr ound when you are
working aloft.

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PLATFORM WORK LIGHTS

The toggle switch on the back of a light turns it
on.

If you want to change the direction a light points,
use two 1/2” box-end wrenches to loosen the
clamp immediately below the light, point the light
where you want it, then retighten the clamp.

CAUTION

Incandescent lights draw three amperes (35
watts) each. Halogen lights draw four am peres
(50 watts) each. If you work with the lights t ur ned
on and the engine turned off , the battery(ies) can
get discharged to the point it will not start the
engine nor run the EMERGENCY POW ER
hydraulic pump. If you cannot leave the engine
running while the lights are on, start and r un t he
engine at least 15 minutes in each hour.



DRIVING LIGHTS

CAUTION

Together the four lights draw seven amperes. If
you work with the lights turned on and the engine
turned off, t he bat t ery(ies) can get discharged to
the point it will not start the eng ine nor r un t h e
EMERGENCY POWER hydraulic pump. If you
cannot leave the engine running while the lights
are on, start and run the engine at least 15
minutes in each hour.

The platform work lig ht s are located on top the
platform guardrail. For the lights to work t he
BATTERY switch must be ON and the following
switches, on the ground-control panel, must be
set as indicated:

SELECTOR SWITCH.......PLATFORM

EMERGENCY STOP........UP FOR RUN

MASTER..........................ON

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Driving lights are for dr iving on dim ly lit
construction sites, they are not for driving on
public thoroughfares. T wo 30 watt headlight s ar e
located on top of the fr ont cowling, t wo 25 watt
blinking taillights are on the sides of the rear
cowlings. Each headlight has a toggle switch to
turn it on and off . Bot h blinking taillights are
controlled by a switch just in front of the right
taillight. For any of t he lights to work both the
BATTERY switch and the MASTER switch must
be ON.

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12. OPTIONS

COLD WEATHER START KIT

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

Deutz Engine

DANGER

Do not use ether to start a Deutz engine that
has a COLD WEATHER START KIT installed.
The glow plug in the KIT can ignite the ether
and cause an explosion.

The COLD WEATHER START KIT in a Deutz
engine is a glow-plug type air-inlet-heater. The
glow plug is located at the front of the air intake
manifold just above the muffler. Use the heater
to start the engine when the engine tem per at ure
is below 32°F (0°C). To use the heater:

1. Set the BATTERY switch to ON



Ford Engine

CAUTION

Unplug the heater just bef or e starting the engine.
That will keep you from driving off while the
heater is still plugged in.

The COLD WEATHER START KIT in Ford
engines is a freeze-plug type block-heater. The
engine is heated by convection of water that is
warmed by the heater. The heater is located in a
freeze-plug hole just below the engine exhaust
manifold. If t he engine starting temperatur e is
expected to be 32°F (0°C) or below, plug the
power cord from the heater into 125 V ac, 600
watt source eight hours before starting the
engine.

2. EMERGENCY STOP ...UP FOR RUN

3. MASTER......................OFF

4. ENGINE SPEED..........SLOW

5. SELECTOR SWITCH...GROUND
NOTE: If the eng ine fails to start (at the next

step) in 20 seconds, turn the MASTER switch
to OFF and wait 60 seconds before turning
the MASTER switch to START again.

6. Hold the MANIFOLD HEATER switch ON
for about 60 seconds then turn and hold the
MASTER switch to START until the engine
starts (or for 20 seconds, whichever comes
first).

NOTE: Do not release the M ANIFOLD
HEATER switch until the engine starts, even if
you have to pause 60 seconds between
starting attempts.

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HYDRAULIC SYSTEM COLD WEATHER
WARM-UP KIT

The control switch for the HYDRAULI C SYSTEM
COLD WEATHER WARM-UP KIT is located on
the ground-control panel near the LI FT/SWING
CIRCUIT BREAKER and/or on the left side of
the platform-control box. When the ambient air
temperature is below 32°F (0°C) and boom
movement is sluggish because of cold hydraulic
oil, turn the WARM-UP switch to ON until the
hydraulic oil temperature in the hydraulic oil tank
reaches 50°F (10°C).

For the warm-up system to work, the engine
must be running and you must turn the WARM-
UP switch ON from the same station t hat you
started the engine. (If you started the engine
from the ground-control panel, turn the WARM-
UP switch on from the ground-cont r ol panel. If
you started the engine from the platform-control
box, turn it on there.)

NOTE: If you only have one WARM-UP switch
you must start the engine fr om the station
where the WARM-UP switch is located if you
want to use the WARM-UP switch.

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While the warm-up system is O N, no m achine
movement is possible.

P/N 0082168

12. OPTIONS

AC GENERATOR



CAUTION

Do not use the AC GENERATOR unless the
hydraulic oil is over 70°F (21°C). The output
voltage of the generator depends on the
temperature of the hydraulic oil. Temperature
below 70°F (21°C) will cause dangerously low
output voltages that can burn out some kinds of
electrical equipment.

MOTION WARNING ALARM



The motion warning alarm emits a loud
...beep...beep...beep..., at ground level, anytime

DRIVE

the
REVERSE. This alarm alerts people on t he
ground that the TB 60 is moving along the
ground.

AIR LINE TO PLATFORM



controller is in FORWARD or

The hydraulically powered, 120 V ac generator
can be used anytime the TB 60 engine is running
and the TB 60 is completely stationary. Turning
the generator on stops all machine movement.

Set the
platform-control box, to GENERATOR and a total
of 2 kW, continuous duty, 120 V ac power is
available from the two electrical outlets under t he
platform-control box and the one electrical outlet
on the end of the generator housing.

MACHINE/GENERATOR

NOTE: To energize the plat form electrical
outlets, the power cord from t he generator
must be plugged into the recept acle on t he
side of the turntable wiring box.

switch, on the

The input to the air line is on the bottom left-rear
of the turntable. T he out let is on the platform
mounting frame. The maximum safe

pressure for the air line is 250 psi (1725
kPa).

working

CAUTION

Water or anti-freeze solution in the air line m ight
damage some air tools. If you use the air line to
conduct water or anti-freeze solution be sure to
drain and blow out the air line before attaching
air tools.

The air line can be used to conduct air, water, or
anti-freeze solution. If you want to conduct ot her
liquids, contact the Snork e l Engineering
Department for com patibility information.

To drain the air line:

1. Close the turntable end of the air line.

2. Open the platform end of the air line.

3. Raise the main boom slightly above the
horizontal.

4. Open the turntable end of the air line.

P/N 0082168

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12. OPTIONS

GFCI OUTLET



The GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupt ) is
located under the platform-control box. To use
the outlet, connect a source of 125 V ac power to
the power plug on the side of the wiring box
inside the right-front of the turntable (or set t he

MACHINE/GENERATOR

GENERATOR if an ac gener ator is installed).

switch to

FLASHING LIGHT



The flashing light alerts people that the TB 60 is
present. The light flash at about one flash per
second any time the engine is running. There is
no ON/OFF switch for the flashing light, it cannot
be turned off while the engine is running.

SELF-CLOSING GATE



The GFCI protects against short circuits to
ground. When there is a short to ground t he
GFCI shuts off power to t he elect rical outlets.

To reset the outlets:

Unplug the equipment being used.
Press the

This should restore power to the outlets. If it
does not, disconnect the source of power (or set

MACHINE/GENERATOR

the
MACHINE if equipped with an ac generator) and
refer the problem to a t r ained service technician.

RESET

button on the GFCI.

switch to

The self-closing g ate is designed to automatically
close after you enter or leave the platf or m. It
helps prevent people from falling off the platfor m .

SPARK ARRESTOR



The spark arrestor pr events incandescent car bon
particles from coming out the tail pipe. The spark
arrestor slows the flow of particles through the
exhaust system. The additional time spent in the
exhaust system lets the carbon completely burn
before it comes out the tail pipe.

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P/N 0082168

LIFTING LUGS



12. OPTIONS

A TB 60 can be safely lifted. However, only a
trained qualified service technician should
perform lifting.

TOW KIT



DANGER

Improper towing can cause a TB 60 to break
away from the towi ng vehicl e. A “runaway”
TB 60 can cause death or serious injury.

Do not tow a TB 60 faster than 10 mph (16
km/hr). A TB 60 can behave erratically above
10 mph (16 km/ hr).

Check with the tow vehicle manufacture or
manufacturer's literature to be sure the
towing vehicle can safely tow and stop a
20,700 pound (9,389 kg) TB 60 on the
steepest grade and type of surface you will
encounter. Remember, the TB 60 does not
have brakes when it is towed.

When you tow the TB 60 around a corner or a
curve do not turn so sharply that the side of
the steering arm contacts the inside of t he
hole in the front of the chassis. I f the steering
arm contacts the chassis the steering
mechanism might be damaged or the tow
vehicle and TB 60 might jackknife.

DANGER

Death or serious injury can result from being
crushed between the counterweight and tow
vehicle. Do not attempt to attach the t ow bar
to the tow vehicle unless t he count erweight
is to the side.

11

7

8

9

6

3. Attach the tow bar (6) to the steering arm (7)
with the tow pin (8) and snap pin (9).

4. Attach the ring-end (10) of the tow bar (6) to
the tow vehicle (11).

14

10

14

2

4

5

1

1. Remove the tow bar (1) from the st orage
cradles (2) and lay the tow bar (1) near the fr ont
of the chassis (3).

2. Rotate the turntable (4) until the counterweight
(5) is to the side of the chassis (3) .

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3

13

12

5. Rotate the turntable (12) until the
counterweight (13) is to the front then raise the
platform about three feet (one meter) above the
ground.

6. Pull the
out.

STEERING FLOAT VALVE

knob (14)

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12. OPTIONS

DANGER

A “runaway” TB 60 can cause death or
serious injury. Disconnecting the disconnect­plates will allow the TB 60 drive wheels to
turn freely. Before proceeding, be certain the
tow bar is instal l ed and connect ed t o a
towing vehicle that can saf el y control both
itself and the 20,700 pound (9,389 kg) TB 60.
Be certain the tow vehicle brakes are set .

17

15

7. Remove the two bolts (15) that hold each
drive-wheel disconnect-plate (16).

8. Turn each disconnect-plate (16) over so that
the nipple (17) points inward, then retighten the
bolts (15).

16

DANGER

At the end of the tow, before you disconnect
the TB 60 from the towing vehicle, t urn the
disconnect-plates back over so the nipples
are out. This will prevent the TB 60 from
rolling when you disconnect it fr om t he tow
vehicle.

9. Reverse the above procedure at the end of the
tow.

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P/N 0082168

13. FIRE FIGHTING & HAZARDOUS

13. FIRE FIGHTING

A TB 60 contains the following materials and
objects that potentially could become significant
fire or environmental hazards during t he lifetime
of a TB 60:

Anti-freeze (ethylene glycol)
Battery, lead/acid
Diesel fuel
Foam in tires
Gasoline
Hydraulic oil
Liquefied petroleum g as
Motor oil

The rest of this chapter list s manufacturers’
information you will need if you ever have to
control any of the above items during an upset or
emergency.

ANTIFREEZE

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Fire extinguishing media

or CO2.

Special fire fighting procedures

may be ineffective on fire but can pr ot ect fire
fighters and cool closed containers. Use fog
nozzles if water is used. Do not enter confined
fire-space without full bunker gear. (Helmet with
face shield, bunker coats, gloves & rubber
boots). Use a NIOSH approved positive pressure
self-contained breathing appar at us. Keep
container tightly closed. Isolate f r om oxidizers,
heat & open flame.

Spill or leak

material & transfer to hood.

Waste disposal method

all vapors are gone. Dispose of remainder by
legally applicable methods.

BATTERY



Extinguishing media

CO2.

Special fire fighting procedures

pressure, self-contained breat hing apparatus.

Unusual fire and explosion hazards

and oxygen gases are produced in the cells
during normal battery operat ion

(hydrogen is flammable and oxygen supports
combustion). These gases enter t he air through
the vent caps. To avoid the chance of a fire or
explosion, keep sparks and other sources of
ignition away from the batter y.

Spill or leak

all sources of ignition. Contain spill by dik ing with
soda ash (sodium carbonate) or quick lim e
(calcium oxide). Cover spill with either chemical.

(UN 1993)

: Dry Chemical, foam,

: Water spray

: Small - mop up with absorbent

: Small - evaporate until

, LEAD/ACID

: Remove combustible materials and

(UN 2794)

: Dry chemical, foam, or

: Use positive

: Hydrogen

Mix well. Make certain mixture is neutral then

CHEMICAL CONTAINMENT

collect residue and place in a drum or other
suitable container. Dispose of as hazardous
waste.

Wear acid resistant boots, face shield, chemical
splash goggles, and acid resistant gloves. DO
NOT RELEASE UNNEUTRALIZED ACID!

Waste disposal method - Sulfuric Acid

Neutralize as above for a spill, collect residue,
and place in a drum or suitable container.
Dispose of as hazardous waste.

DO NOT FLUSH LEAD CONTAMINATED ACID
TO SEWER.

Waste disposal method - Batteries

lead smelter for reclam at ion following applicable
federal, state, and local regulations.

DIESEL FUEL



Extinguishing media

chemical, foam, or CO2.

Special fire fighting procedures

keep fire-exposed containers cool. If leak or spill
has not ignited, use water spray to disperse the
vapors and to provide protection for personnel
attempting to stop a leak. W ater spray may be
used to flush spills away from exposures.

Unusual fire and explosion hazards

of combustion may contain carbon monoxide,
carbon dioxide, and other toxic materials. Do not
enter enclosed or confined space without proper
protective equipment including respirat or y
protection.

Spill or leak

smallest area possible. Recover as much of the
product itself as possible by such methods as
vacuuming, followed by soaking up of residual
fluids by use of absorbent materials. Rem ove
contaminated items including contaminat ed soil
and place in proper containers for disposal.
Avoid washing, draining, or directing m aterial to
storm or sanitary sewers .

Waste disposal method

the recoverable product as possible. Dispose of
nonrecyclable material as a RCRA hazardous
waste by such methods as incineration,
complying with federal, state, and local
regulations.

FOAM IN TIRES



Extinguishing media

foam, or CO2.

Special fire fighting procedures

emergency personnel to a safe area.

: Contain spill immediately in

(NA 1993)

: Use water spray, dry

: Use water to

: Recycle as much of

: Wat er , dr y chemical,

: Evacuate non

:

: Send to

: Products

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13. FIRE FIGHTING

Unusual fire and explosion hazards

fighters should use self- contained breathing
apparatus. Avoid breathing smoke, fumes, and
decomposition products. Use water spray to
drench smoldering elastomer. Pr oduct m ay melt ,
after ignition, to form flamm able liquid. Burning
produces intense heat, dense smoke, and toxic
gases, such as carbon monoxide, oxides of
nitrogen, and traces of hydrog en cyanide.

Spill or leak

inert solid material.

Waste disposal method

hazardous material. Dispose of material
according to any local, state, and federal
regulations.



GASOLINE

Extinguishing media

CO2.

Special fire fighting procedures

be ineffective to extinguish, but water should be
used to keep fire-exposed containers cool. I f a
leak or spill has not ignited, use water spr ay to
disperse the vapors and to protect personnel
attempting to stop a leak. W ater spray may be
used to flush spills away from areas of potent ial
ignition.

Unusual fire and explosion hazards

Flammable. Products of combust ion m ay contain
carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide and other toxic
materials. Do not enter enclosed or confined
space without proper protective equipment
including respiratory protection.

Spill or leak

before proceeding with clean up. Use appropriate
personal protective equipment during clean up.
Dike spill. Prevent liquid fr om entering sewers,
waterways, or low areas. Soak up with sawdust,
sand, oil dry or other absorbent material. Shovel
or sweep up.

Remove source of heat, sparks, flame, impact,
friction or electricit y including internal combustion
engines and power tools. If equipment is used for
spill cleanup, it must be explosion proof and
suitable for flamm able liquid and vapor.

NOTE: Vapors released from the spill may
create an explosive atmosphere.

Waste disposal method

transportation and disposal must be in
accordance with applicable federal, state,
provincial, and local regulations. Do not flush to
surface water or sanitary sewer system.

: Pick up and handle as any other

: Not considered a

(UN 1203)

: Dry chemical, foam, or

: Review fire and explosion hazards

: Treatment, stor age,

: Fire

: Water may

: Highly



HYDRAULIC OIL

Extinguishing media

chemical, foam, or CO2.

Special fire fighting procedures

foam may cause frothing . Use water t o keep fire­exposed containers cool. Wat er spray may be
used to flush spills away from exposures.

Unusual fire and explosion hazards

of combustion may contain carbon monoxide,
carbon dioxide, and other toxic materials. Do not
enter enclosed or confined space without proper
protective equipment including respirat or y
protection.

Spill or leak

smallest area possible. Recover as much of the
product itself as possible by such methods as
vacuuming, followed by soaking up of residual
fluids by use of absorbent materials. Rem ove
contaminated items including contaminat ed soil
and place in proper containers for disposal.
Avoid washing, draining or directing m at e r ial t o
storm or sanitary sewers .

Waste disposal method

the recoverable product as possible. Dispose of
nonrecyclable material as a RCRA hazardous
waste by such methods as incineration,
complying with federal, state, and local
regulations.



LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS

: Contain spill immediately in

(UN 1270)

: Use water spray, dry

: Water or

: Products

: Recycle as much of

(UN

1075)

Extinguishing media

or BC fire extinguishers.

Special fire fighting procedures

gas. Use water to keep fire- exposed container s
cool. Use water spray to disperse unignited gas
or vapor. If ignition has occurr ed and no water
available, tank metal may weaken fr om over­heating. Evacuate area. If gas has not ignited,
LP-gas liquid or vapor may be dispersed by
water spray or flooding.

Spill or leak

of gas. Eliminate sour ces of ignition. Ventilate
the area. Disperse with water spray. Contact
between skin and these gases in liquid form can
cause freezing of tissue causing inj ury similar to
thermal burn.

Waste disposal method



MOTOR OIL

OIL (UN 1270) above.

: Keep public away. Shut off supply

: Water spray. Class A-B-C

: Stop flow of

: Controlled burning.

(UN 1270)

See HYDRAULIC

By itself, the liquid is expected to be a RCRA
ignitable hazardous waste.

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P/N 0082168

INDEX

INDEX

125 V ac outlet, 7-9

- A -

Ac generator, 12-3
Address, Snorkel, iv
Air filter gauge, 4-1, 10-8
Air line to platform, 12-3
Air-inlet-heater, 12-2
Alarm

motion warning, 2-4, 12-3

tilt, 2-1
Amps gauge, 4-1, 10-8
Anchor points,
ANSI standard A92.5-1992, iv, 3-1
ANSI/NFPA 505-1987, 1-1
ANSI/SIA A92.5-1992, frontispiece
Antifreeze, 13-1
ANTI-RESTART MASTER SW ITCH, 6-5
Arrows, 6-6, 7-8
Authorized person, iii
Automatic shut-offs, 5-1

see

lanyard anchor points

- B -

Batteries, 12-1

charging, 1-3

fluid level, 10-5

lead/acid, 13-1

terminals, 10-4
Bleed-down, emergency, 8-1
Block-heater, 12-2
Blue arrows, 6-6, 7-8
Bolts and fasteners, 10-6
BOOM controller, 6-6
BOOM EXTENSION, 6-2
Boom nomenclature, 3-5
BOOM SPEED, 6-2, 6-4
Boom welds, 10-6

- C -

Cables, 10-12
California, back cover
Cap

fuel, 1-3, 10-2

radiator, 1-3
Capacity, unrestricted platform, 1-2
CAUTION, iii
Chains, 9-3
Charging system, 10-8
Chassis nomenclature, 3-5
Circuit breakers, 4-4
Circuit interrupt, 2-4
Climbing guardrails, 1-2
Cold weather start kit, 12-2
Conductor, electrical, i, 1-2
Control stations, 7-1

- C -

(Continued)

Controls, 6-1

jerking, 1-2
Coolant, 10-3
Crane, 1-2
CSA standard CAN3-B354.4-M82, 3-1

- D -

Daily inspection and maintenance, 10-1
DANGER, iii
Decals, 1-3

inspection chart, 10-10

inspection drawing, 10-11
Decals and placards, 1-1, 1-3, 10-10
Diesel

fuel tank, 4-2

fuel, 13-1
Dipstick, 4-3, 10-3
Disconnect plates, 12-6
DRIVE controller, 6-6
DRIVE RANGE, 6-4
Driving lights, 2-4, 10-12, 12-1
Dual fuel system, 6-2

- E -

Electrical

box, 7-9

conductors, frontispiece, i, 1-2

hazard, frontispiece, i

outlets, 12-3

shock hazard, i
Electrocution, i, 1-2
Emergency bleed-down, 8-1
Emergency operation, 8-1
EMERGENCY POWER, 6-2, 6-4, 8-1, 10-7
EMERGENCY STOP
Engine coolant, 10-3

data, 3-2

oil chart, 3-2

oil, measuring, 4-3
ENGINE SPEED, 6-2, 6-4
Envelope, working, 3-4
EXTEND, 6-4

switches

, 2-1, 6-2, 6-4, 8-1

- F -

Fall restraint, 1-2

lanyards, 2-2
Falling hazard, 1-2
FILTER MINDER gauge, 10-8
Firm surface, 1-2, 2-1
Flagmen, 1-1
Flashing light, 2-3, 10-12, 12-4
Floor grating, 1-2
Foam in tires, 13-1
Foot switch, 2-2, 6-5, 7-6, 7-8
Freeze-plug, 12-2

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INDEX

- F -

(Continued)

FUEL, 6-2

cap, 1-3, 10-2
filler nozzle, 1-3
gauge, 4-2
grade, 3-2
handling precautions, 1-3
leaks, 10-3
level, 10-2
tank, 1-3
diesel, 4-2
spilled, 1-3

- G -

Gasoline, 13-1
Gate

gravity, 2-2, 10-7

self-closing, 2-3, 10-7, 12-4
Gauges, 4-1
General specifications, 3-1
GFCI outlet, 2-4, 10-9, 12-4
Glow-plug heater, 12-2
Grating, floor, 1-2
Gravity gate, 2-2, 10-7
Ground fault circuit interrupt,
GROUND OPERATION switch, 2-3, 6-2, 7-6
Ground

firm, 2-1

level, 1-2

soft, 1-2

welding, 1-1
Ground-control panel, 6-1, 6-2
Ground-control switches, checking, 10-8
Guardrails, 2-4, 10-7

climbing, 1-2

see

GFCI outlet

- H -

Halogen lights, 12-1
Hazard

classification, 1-1

electrical, frontispiece, i

electrical shock, i

electrical wires, 7-1

falling, 1-2

tipover, 1-2
Hoist, 1-2
Horn, 2-3, 12-1
Horseplay, 1-1
Hours gauge, 4-1
Hydraulic oil, 10-5, 13-1

filter gauge, 4-3

high pressure, 1-3

leaks, 10-5

level gauge, 4-2

temperature gauge, 4-2
Hydraulic system warm-up kit, 12-2

- I -

Incandescent lights, 12-1
Inspection of work place, iii

- J -

Jack, 1-2
Jerking controls, 1-2

- L -

Lanyard anchor points, 1-2, 2-2, 10-7
Leaks

fuel, 10-3
hydraulic, 10-5

Level

ground, 1-2
sensor, 2-1, 10-9

surface, 2-1
Lifting lugs, 12-5
Lights

driving, 2-4, 10-12, 12-1

flashing, 2-3, 10-12, 12-4

halogen, 12-1

incandescent, 12-1

platform work, 10-12, 12-1
Liquefied petroleum gas, 13-2
Local regulations, 1-1
LP gas, 13-2
LPG, 13-2

tanks, fuel gauges, 4-2

- M -

M.S.A.D., frontispiece, i
MACHINE/GENERATOR
4
MAIN BOOM ELEVATION, 6-2
Maintenance, iii
Malfunctioning machine, iii
MASTER, 6-2
Minimum safe approach distance, frontispiece, i
Modifications to equipment, iii, 2-1
Motion warning alarm, 2-4, 12-3
Motor oil, 13-2
Mounting & dismounting precautions, 1-3
Moving

the platform, 7-5

the TB 60, 7-8

switch

, 10-9, 12-3, 12-

- N -

Nomenclature, 3-5

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P/N 0082168

INDEX

- O -

Obstructions, overhead, 1-2
Oil

engine, 10-3, 13-2

hydraulic, 10-5, 13-1
Operating instructions, iii
Operation, 7-1
Operators, qualified, iii
Operator’s training, iii
Operator horn, 2-3, 12-1
OSHA, iii, iv

para. 1910.67 title 29, C.F.R., 3-1

para. 1926.556 title 29, C.F.R., 3-1
Outlet

125 V ac, 7-9

GFCI, 2-4
Overall dimensions, 3-3
Overhead obstructions, 1-2
Override platform-control box, 7-1

- P -

Parts, replacement, 1-3
Placards and decals, 1-1, 1-3, 10-10
PLATFORM LEVEL, 6-2, 6-4
PLATFORM ROTATE, 6-4
PLATFORM ROTATION, 6-2
Platform

moving, 7-5

snagged, 1-2

specifications, 3-1

steadying, 1-1

work lights, 2-4, 10-12, 12-1
Platform-control box, 6-1, 6-4

override, 7-1

switches, checking, 10-9
Platform-moving switches, 6-2, 7-6
Power-input connector, 7-9
Pre-start conditions

ground, 7-1

inspection, iii, 1-1, 10-1

platform, 7-3
Precautions

fuel handling, 1-3

mounting & dismounting, 1-3

operating, 1-3

operator maintenance, 1-3

operator, 1-2

starting and stopping, 1-3
Proposition 65, back cover

- Q -

Qualified

maintenance personnel, iii

operators, iii

person, iii

service technician, 2-1

- R -

Radiator cap, 1-3
Repairs, 1-3
Replacement parts, 1-3
Reserved rights, iv
RESET, 12-4
Responsibilities of parties, iv
Riders, 1-1
Rights reserved, iv
Rotation-bearings bolts, 10-6

- S -

Safe operation, 1-1
Safety

decals & placards, 1-3
precautions, general, 1-2

rules, iii
Safety-wired bolts, 10-6
Scaffold Industry Association, frontispiece, iv
Securing to transport vehicle, 9-2
SELECTOR SWITCH, 6-2
Self-closing gate, 2-3, 10-7, 12-4
Serial-number location, 3-5
Short circuits, 2-4, 12-4
Shut-offs, automatic, 5-1
Signs, iii
Sirens, 5-1
Slide pads, 10-12
Snagged platform, 1-2
Snorkel address, iv
Soft ground, 1-2
Spark arrestor, 12-4
Specifications, 3-1
Starting

from the platform, 7-3, 7-4

from the ground, 7-1, 7-2
Steadying platform, 1-1
Steering, 7-8
STEERING FLOAT VALVE, 12-5
Stops, sudden, 2-2
Stowed position, 9-1
Stowing, 9-1
Straps

nylon, 9-2

rubber, 9-3
Structural damage, 10-6
Stunt driving, 1-1
Surface

firm, 1-2

level, 2-1

P/N 0082168

I - 3

INDEX

- T -

Temperature

gauge, 4-1, 4-2

operating, 3-2
Thunderstorms, 1-2
Tilt alarm, 2-1
Tipover hazard, 1-2
Tires, 10-5

foam in, 13-1
Tow

bar, 12-5

kit, 12-5
Towing, 9-4
Traffic-flow patterns, 1-1
Trailering, 9-1
Trained and authorized, 1-1
Trained mechanic, iii
Training, operator’s, iii
Transport vehicle, securing to, 9-2
Transporting, 9-1
Travel speeds, 1-3
Troubleshooting, 11-1
Turntable nomenclature, 3-5
TURNTABLE SWING, 6-2

- U -

Unrestricted platform capacity, 1-2

- W -

WARM-UP switch, 12-2
Warranty, inside back cover
Water,
Welding, ground, 1-1
Welds, 10-6
Wheel nuts, 10-6
Wind, 1-2
Wind loading, 1-2
Wire ropes, 10-12
Wire-tie s, 9-4
Wiring harnesses, 10-4
Work place

Working envelope, 3-4

see

coolant

inspection, iii, 1-1
practices, 1-1

- Y -

Yellow arrows, 6-6, 7-8

I - 4

P/N 0082168

LIMITED WARRANTY

Snorkel warrants each new machine manufactured and sold by it to be free from defects in material and
workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of delivery to a Customer or for one year after the m ac hi n e
has been placed in first service in a Dealer rental fleet, whichever comes first. Any part or parts which, upon
examination by the Snorkel Service Department, are found to be defective, will be replaced or repaired, at the
sole discretion of Snorkel, through its local Authorized Dealer at no charge.

Snorkel further warrants the structural components; specifically, the mainframe chassis, turntable, booms and
scissor arms, of each new machine manufactured by it to be free from defects in material and workmanship
for an additional period of four (4) years. Any such part or parts which, upon examination by the Snorkel
Service Department, are found to be defective will be replaced or repaired by Snorkel through its local
Authorized Dealer at no charge; however, any labor charges incurred as a result of such replacement or repair
will be the responsibility of the Customer or Dealer.

The Snorkel Service Department must be notified within forty-eight (48) hours of any possible warranty
situation during the applicable warranty period. Personnel performing warranty repair or replacement must
obtain specific approval by Snorkel Service Department prior to performing any warranty repair or
replacement.

Customer and Dealer shall not be entitled to the benefits of this warranty and Snorkel shall have no obligations
hereunder unless the "Pre-Delivery and Inspection Report" has been properly completed and returned to the
Snorkel Service Department within ten (10) days after delivery of the Snorkel product to Customer or Dealer's
rental fleet. Snorkel must be notified, in writing, within ten (10) days, of any machine sold to a Customer from
a Dealer's rental fleet during the warranty period.

At the direction of the Snorkel Service Department, any component part(s) of Snorkel products to be replaced
or repaired under this warranty program must be returned freight prepaid to the Snorkel Service Department
for inspection. All warranty replacement parts will be shipped freight prepaid (standard ground) from the
Snorkel Service Department or from Snorkel's Vendor to Dealer or Customer.

REPLACEMENT PARTS WARRANTY

Any replacement or service part made or sold by Snorkel is not subject to the preceding
beyond the normal warranty period of the machine upon which the part was installed.

THIS WARRANTY EXCLUDES AND SNORKEL DOES NOT WARRANT:

1. Engines, motors, tires and batteries which are manufactured by suppliers to Snorkel, who furnish their
own warranty. Snorkel will, however, to the extent permitted, pass through any such warranty protection
to the Customer or Dealer.

2. Any Snorkel product which has been modified or altered outside Snorkel's factory without Snorkel's
written approval, if such modification or alteration, in the sole judgment of Snorkel's Engineering and/or
Service Departments, adversely affects the stability, reliability or service life of the Snorkel product or
any component thereof.

3. Any Snorkel product which has been subject to misuse, improper maintenance or accident. "Misuse"
includes but is not limited to operation beyond the factory-rated load capacity and speeds. "Improper
maintenance" includes but is not limited to failure to follow the recommendations contained in the
Snorkel Operation, Maintenance, Repair Parts Manuals. Snorkel is not responsible for normal
maintenance, service adjustments and replacements, including but not limited to hydraulic fluid, filters a nd
lubrication.

4. Normal wear of any Snorkel component part(s). Normal wear of component parts may vary with the
type application or type of environment in which the machine may be used; such as, but not limited to
sandblasting applications.

5. Any Snorkel product that has come in direct contact with any chemical or abrasive material.

6. Incidental or consequential expenses, losses, or damages related to any part or equipment failure,
including but not limited to freight cost to transport the machine to a repair facility, downtime of the
machine, lost time for workers, lost orders, lost rental revenue, lost profits or increased cost.

This warranty is expressly in lieu of all other warranties, representations or liabilities of Snorkel, either
expressed or implied, unless otherwise amended in writing by Snorkel's President, Vice
President-Engineering, Vice President-Sales or Vice President-Marketing.

SNORKEL MAKES NO WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION OF THIS LIMITED
WARRANTY. SNORKEL MAKES NO IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND DISCLAIMS ALL LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO INJURY TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY.

The Customer shall make all warranty claims through its local Authorized Dealer and should contact the
Dealer from whom the Snorkel product was purchased for warranty service. Or, if unable to contact the Dealer,
contact the Snorkel Service Department for further assistance.

Limited Warranty

Effective July 1995

CALIFO RNIA

Proposition 65 Warning

Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead
and lead components, chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

CALIFORNIA

Proposition 65 Warning

Diesel and gasoline engine exhaust and some of its constituents
are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm.

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