Snorkel TL39T User Manual
Engine Powered
Gasoline, Diesel,
Battery Electric,
Bi-Energy Options
OPERATORS
MANUAL
Part Number 13225A-EN
Serial Number 000001 and after JAN 2012 (REV D)
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 machine has been placed in
rst service in a Dealer rental eet, whichever comes rst. 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; specically, 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 notied within forty-eight (48) hours of any possible warranty situation
during the applicable warranty period. Personnel performing warranty repair or replacement must obtain specic
approval by Snorkel Service Department prior to performing any warranty repair or replacement.
Customer and Dealer shall not be entitled to the benets 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 eet.
Snorkel must be notied, in writing, within ten (10) days, of any machine sold to a Customer from a Dealer’s rental
eet 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 Limited Warranty 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 modied or altered outside Snorkel’s factory without Snorkel’s written approval,
if such modication 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 uid, lters and 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 prots 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 PresidentSales 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.
Effective July 1995
Electrical Hazard
■ Electrical Hazard Warning
DANGER
THE TL39T AERIAL WORK PLATFORM, IN STANDARD CONFIGURATION, IS
NOT ELECTRICALLY INSULATED.
If the plat form, booms, or any other conductive part of a TL39T contacts a high-voltage electrical
conductor, the result can be SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH for persons on or near the machine.
GO NO CLOSER THAN THE MINIMUM SAFE APPROACH
DISTANCES (M.S.A.D) - AS OUTLINED IN TABLE 1. AND FIGURE 3.,
ON THE NEXT PAGE.
Be sure to allow for sag and sway in the wires and the work platform.
If a TL39T comes in contact with a live electrical conductor, the entire machine can be charged.
If that happens, you should re main 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 TL39T.
Such contact could make your body a conductor to the other object creating an electrical shock hazard
resulting in SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH.
DO NOT attempt to enter or leave the TL39T until you are sure the electricity has been turned off.
If a TL39T is in contact with a live conductor, the platform operator MUST warn others on the ground
in the vicinity of the TL39T to STAY AWAY from the machine, since their bodies can also form a path
for electricity to ground thus creating an electrical shock hazard with possible ELECTROCUTION and
DEATH.
DO NOT attempt to operate the TL39T ground controls when the platform, booms, or any other conducting
part of a TL39T 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 TL39T must be continuously aware of electrical hazards, recognizing that
SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH can result if contact with an electrical wire does occur.
Rev C page - i
Electrical Hazard
■ Minimum Safe Approach Distance
The TL39T 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
illustration below to determine safe clearance from electrical conductors. (Table 1 and Figure 3, below, are
from ANSI/SIA A92.5–1992 Standard, reprinted with permission of Scaffold Industry Association.)
□ Table 1 - (M.S.A.D.)
Minimum Safe Approach Distance to energized
(exposed or insulated power lines)
Voltage range Minimum safe approach distance
(phase to phase) (Feet) (Meters)
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
Denotes prohibited zone
Danger: - Do not allow machine personnel or conductive
materials inside prohibited zone.
- Maintain M.S.A.D. From all energised lines and
parts as well as those shown.
- Assume all electrical parts and wires are energised
unless known otherwise.
Caution - Diagrams shown are only for purposes of illustrating
M.S.A.D. Work positions, not all work positions.
page - ii Rev C
Introduction
The most important chapter in this manual is the
safety chapter - Chapter 1. Take time, now, to study
it closely.
The information in Chapter 1, might save your life,
prevent serious in jury, or damage to property or
the TL39T.
This introduction also contains important information
concerning the responsibilities of the owner of this
machine.
■ Standard TL39T
The standard TL39T in cludes the following
features:
● Independently operated heavy duty hydraulic
stabilizers
● Manual stabilisers
● 540° slew
● Heavy duty tow coupling
● Heavy duty jockey wheel
● Hour meter
● Hydraulic disc brakes
● Steel platform - 2 person capacity
● High strength steel boom and base
construction
● Beam axle with 15” rims
● Honda petrol engine
● 600V AC rated wire to platform
● Stabiliser/boom interlocks
● Stabiliser lift points
● Gravity gate
● Manual basket rotator
● LED taillights
● Height restrictor in upper cylinder to
keep platform at 10.9m maximum height
(TL39T only)
● 235 R15 x 75 tyres
■ Options
The following options are available for the TL39T:
● Automatic stabilisers
● Custom colours
● Platform work lights
● Air line to platform
● Flashing light
● Spare wheel
● 10.9m height lockout kit
● 240V110V outlet in platform
● Battery isolate switch
● Platform foot switch
● Alternative power options
❍ Diesel engined
❍ 24VDC power
❍ 240V power
❍ 110V power
● Bi-Energy options
❍ Petrol / 24V
❍ Petrol / 240V
❍ Diesel / 24V
❍ Diesel / 240V
❍ 24V / 240V
● Platform overload protection
■ Operation Manual
This manual provides information for safe and
proper operation of the aerial platform.
Read and understand the information in this
Operator’s manual before operating this machine
on a job site.
Additional copies of this manual may be ordered
from Snorkel. Supply the model and manual part
number from the front cover to assure that the
correct manual will be supplied.
All information in this manual is based on the latest
product information at the time of publication.
Snorkel reserves the right to make product changes
at any time without obligation.
■ Photographs
Photographs are taken to represent the machine
and its component parts as clearly as possible.
How ever, there may be minor differences between
the photographs and your machine. This represents
individual customer preferences and Snorkel’s
on-going commitment to product development.
■ Safety Alerts
A safety alert symbol is used through out this
manual to indicate danger, warning, caution, and
important instructions. Follow these instructions to
reduce the like li hood of personal injury, property
damage, or damage to the machine.
The terms danger, warning, and caution indicate
varying degrees of personal injury or property
damage that can result if the instruction is not
followed.
! DANGER
Denotes an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
Rev C page - iii
Introduction
! WARNING
Denotes a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
! CAUTION
Denotes a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
It may also be used to alert against unsafe
practices or action which may result in
damage to the MHP.
! IMPORTANT
Denotes important information pertaining
to settings, capacities, or conditions, which
could, if ignored, lead to machine damage or
future hazardous situations.
It is also used to alert the reader to pay
careful attention to a particular passage of
text in the manual.
Notes
Notes are used to provide special information or
helpful hints to assist in aerial platform operation,
but do not indicate a hazardous situation.
■ Operation
The MHP ae rial platform has built-in safety features
and has been factory tested for compliance with
Snorkel specications and industry standards. How
ever, any personnel lifting device can be potentially
dangerous in the hands of untrained or careless
operators.
Training is vitally important and must be performed
under the direction of a QUALIFIED person. You
must display prociency in knowledge and actual
operation of the MHP before using it on a job site.
Before operation of the MHP you must read and
understand the operatingin structions in this manual
as well as the decals, warnings, and in structions
on the machine itself.
Before operating the MHP you must be
AUTHORIZED by the person in charge to do so and
the operation of the MHP must be within the scope
of the machine specications.
Read and understand the information in this
manual and on the placards and decals on the
machine before operating the MHP on the job.
■ Maintenance
Every person who maintains, inspects, tests,
or repairs these machines, and every person
supervising any of these functions, must be properly
trained and qualied to do so.
This Operators Manual provides a Pre-operational
Inspection procedure that will help you keep your
MHP in good operating condition.
Do not perform other maintenance unless you are
a trained mechanic, qualied to work on the MHP.
Call qualied maintenance personnel if you nd
problems or malfunctions.
Do not modify this machine without written approval
from the Engineering Department of Snorkel New
Zealand. Modication may void the warranty,
adversely affect stability, or affect the operational
characteristics of the MHP.
■ Responsibilities of Parties
! IMPORTANT
It is imperative that all owners and users of
the MHP read, understand, and conform to all
applicable regulations.
Ultimate compliance to OSHA regulations is the
responsibility of the user and their employer.
! IMPORTANT
ANSI Standard A92.6 clearly identies
requirements of all parties who might be
involved with Self-Propelled Elevating Work
Platforms.
AUSTRALIAN / NZ STANDARD 2550-10 Also
identies the requirements of all parties who
might be involved with Boom-Supported
Elevating Work Platforms.
NOTE - Standards
It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that
the person operating the TL39T is provided with all
the relevant information relating to standards and
codes of practice applicable in their region.
! WARNING
The potential for an accident increases when
the aerial platform is operated by personnel
who are not trained and authorised. death or
serious injury can result from such accidents.
page - iv Rev C
❑ In summary
● Only trained and authorised operators should
be permitted to operate the equipment.
● All manufacturers operating instructions,
and all safety rules, and all employers safety
rules, and all OSHA and other government or
local authority safety rules should be strictly
adhered to.
● Repairs and adjustments should be made
only by qualied and trained maintenance
personnel.
● No modication should be made to the
equipment without prior written consent of
the Engineering Department, Snorkel New
Zealand.
● Make a pre-start inspection of the MHP at
the beginning of each shift. A malfunctioning
machine must not be used.
● Make an inspection of the work place to locate
possible hazards before operating the MHP.
Introduction
■ Additional Information
For additional information, contact your local dealer
or Snorkel at:
Snorkel New Zealand,
PO Box 1041
Levin 5540
New Zealand
Rev C page - v
Table of Contents
Electrical Hazard
Electrical Hazard Warning ...................................... i
Minimum Safe Approach Distance ........................ ii
Table 1 - (M.S.A.D.) ............................................. ii
Introduction
Standard TL39T .................................................... iii
Options ................................................................. iii
Operation Manual ................................................. iii
Photographs ......................................................... iii
Safety Alerts ......................................................... iii
Operation .............................................................. iv
Maintenance ......................................................... iv
Responsibilities of Parties ....................................iv
In summary ..........................................................v
Additional Information ............................................ v
1. Safety
Safe Operation .................................................. 1-1
Electrocution Hazards ....................................... 1-1
Minimum safe approach distance .................... 1-1
Pre-start Inspection ........................................... 1-2
Work Place Inspection and Practices ................ 1-2
Operation ........................................................... 1-3
Tipover and Falling Hazards .............................. 1-3
General Safety Precautions ............................... 1-4
Hydraulic System Precautions ........................... 1-4
Fire Prevention .................................................. 1-4
Engine and Fuel Handling Precautions ............. 1-4
Batteries ............................................................ 1-4
Height Restriction .............................................. 1-5
Height Restriction on TL39T .............................. 1-5
10.9 Metre Restriction Kit .................................. 1-5
Safety Decals and Placards .............................. 1-5
2. Safety Devices
Safety Device Information ..................................2-1
Emergency Stop Switches ..................................2-1
At ground control box .......................................2-1
At platform control box ......................................2-1
Other Safety Devices ..........................................2-1
Lanyard anchor points ......................................2-1
Gravity gate ......................................................2-2
Guardrails .........................................................2-2
Height restriction on TL39T ..............................2-2
10.9m height restriction kit (Option) ................. 2-2
Enable switch .................................................. 2-2
Enable switch (foot) – Optional ........................ 2-3
Bubble level ..................................................... 2-3
RCD/ELCB AC outlet (Option) ......................... 2-3
Flashing light (Option) ......................................2-3
3. Specications
General Specications ........................................3-1
Specications MHP14AT ....................................3-1
Specications TL39T ..........................................3-2
Engine Data ........................................................ 3-3
Working Envelope - TL39T ................................. 3-4
Nomenclature ..................................................... 3-5
4. Gauges
Hourmeter ...........................................................4-1
Level Bubble ....................................................... 4-1
Hydraulic Oil Level ..............................................4-1
5. Shut-offs and Circuit Breakers
RCD/ELCB Outlet (option) ..................................5-1
Main Circuit Breaker ...........................................5-1
Stabilisers ...........................................................5-1
6. Controls
Controls Description ........................................... 6-1
Controls and Control Decal Locations ..............6-1
Ground Control Box ............................................ 6-2
Lower controls / indicators ................................6-2
Platform Control Box ..........................................6-3
Upper controls / indicators ................................6-3
Stabiliser Controls (Manual) ............................... 6-5
Self Levelling Stabilisers (Option) .......................6-6
7. Pre-operational Inspection
Pre-operational Inspection Table ........................7-1
Engine Fuel Level ............................................... 7-2
Fuel Tank Cap ....................................................7-2
Fuel Leaks ..........................................................7-2
Engine Oil Level .................................................7-2
Operator’s Manual ..............................................7-2
Wiring Harnesses ............................................... 7-2
Battery Terminals ................................................7-3
Battery Fluid Level .............................................. 7-3
Hydraulic Oil Level ..............................................7-3
Hydraulic Oil Leaks .............................................7-3
Bolts and Fasteners ............................................7-4
Wheels and Tyres ...............................................7-4
Tyre Pressure ...................................................7-4
Structural Damage and Welds ............................7-5
Lanyard Anchor Points ....................................... 7-5
Platform Gravity Gate .........................................7-5
Platform Guardrails .............................................7-5
Platform Access Ladder ......................................7-5
Flashing Light (option) ........................................7-6
Ground Control Switches ....................................7-6
Emergency Lower ...............................................7-6
Ground Station ...................................................7-6
Upper control box .............................................7-6
Platform Control Switches .................................. 7-7
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Table of Contents
AC Outlet RCD/ELCB (option) ............................7-7
Placards and Decals ...........................................7-7
Placards and Decals ...........................................7-7
Standard placards and decals ..........................7-7
Decal list ...........................................................7-8
Decal inspection drawing .................................. 7-9
8. Operation
Operating Procedures ........................................8-1
Control Stations ..................................................8-1
Emergency Stopping .......................................... 8-1
Emergency Stopping .......................................... 8-1
Operation Considerations ................................... 8-1
Stabiliser Operation ............................................8-1
Using the manual stabiliser valves ...................8-2
Raising the manually operated stabilizers ........8-2
Self levelling stabilisers (Optional) ......................8-3
Setting the stabilisers manually ........................8-3
Unlocking the boom ............................................ 8-3
Starting From Ground Control Box .....................8-3
Starting From Platform Control Box ....................8-4
Moving The Platform ..........................................8-5
From ground control box ..................................8-5
From platform control box ................................. 8-5
Rotating the platform ........................................8-6
Securing for Day ............................................... 8-6
Bi-Energy, Petrol/Diesel / 240V AC .................. 11-3
AC motor ........................................................ 11-3
AC motor operation ........................................ 11-3
AC power connection ..................................... 11-4
Operation ........................................................ 11-4
Bi-Energy, Hydraulic Oil Tank ......................... 11-4
Other Options ................................................... 11-4
Air Line To Platform .......................................... 11-4
Work Lights ....................................................... 11-4
Flashing Light ................................................... 11-4
Battery Isolate Switch ....................................... 11-4
Alternative Power Options ................................ 11-4
RCD/ELCB AC Outlet ....................................... 11-4
Self Levelling Stabiliser ....................................11-5
Spare Wheel ..................................................... 11-5
Platform Foot Switch ........................................11-5
10.9 Metre Height Restriction Kit ...................... 11-5
Platform Overload Protection ...........................11-6
12. Fire Fighting and Chemical Control
Hazardous Components ................................... 12-1
Battery, Lead/Acid (UN 2794) .........................12-1
Gasoline (UN 1203) ........................................12-2
Hydraulic Oil (UN 1270) .................................. 12-3
Motor Oil (UN 1270) .......................................12-3
9. Emergency Operation
Emergency Operation Procedures ..................... 9-1
Emergency Operation Procedures ..................... 9-1
Operation from platform control box ...................9-1
Operation from ground control position .............. 9-2
10. Stowing and Transporting
Stowing ............................................................. 10-1
The correct stowed position is shown here ....10-1
Transporting .....................................................10-1
Trailering ......................................................... 10-1
Securing to a Transport Vehicle ......................10-1
Towing ..............................................................10-2
11. Options
Bi-Energy, Petrol/Diesel / 24V DC .................... 11-1
DC motor ........................................................ 11-1
DC motor operation ........................................ 11-1
DC motor battery switch ................................. 11-1
Setting the manual stabilizers ......................... 11-1
Setting the automatic stabilizers ..................... 11-1
Operation ........................................................ 11-2
Batteries ......................................................... 11-2
Battery charger ............................................... 11-2
Batteries - general maintenance ..................... 11-3
Batteries – charging ........................................ 11-3
13. Operator’s Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting ................................................ 13-1
Operator Troubleshooting Chart .....................13-1
Appendix A. Glossary
page - viii Rev C
1. Safety
■ Safe Operation
Knowledge of the information in this manual, and
proper training, provide a basis for safely operating
the TL39T. Know the location of all the controls and
how they operate to act quickly and responsibly in
an emergency.
Safety devices reduce the likelihood of an accident.
Never disable, modify, or ignore any safety device.
Safety alerts in this manual indicate situations
where accidents may occur.
If any mal function, hazard or potentially unsafe
condition relating to capacity, intended use, or safe
operationis suspected, stop the operation of the
MHP and seek assistance.
The operator bears ultimate responsibility for
following all manufacturers instructions and
warnings, regulations and safety rules of their
employer and/or any country or regional law.
■ Electrocution Hazards
The TL39T is an all metal boom aerial work
platform and is not electrically insulated.
Do not operate it near electrical conductors.
Regard all conductors as being energized.
Do not operate out side during a thunderstorm.
❑ Minimum safe approach distance
Minimum safe approach distances to energised
power lines and their associated parts must be
observed wile operating the MHP.
! DANGER
The MHP is not electrically insulated. Death
or serious injury can result from contact with,
or inadequate clearance from, an energised
conductor.
Do not go closer than the minimum safe
approach distance.
ANSI publications dene minimum distances that
must be observed when working near bus bars
and energised power lines. Figure 1 and Table 1
are reprinted courtesy of the Scaffold industry
Association, ANSI/SIA A92.5.
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 10.7
Table 1 - Minimum Safe Approach Distance
ANSI 92.5
Australian Standard AS2550.10 denes minimum
distances that must be observed when working near
live aerial conductors up to and including 133kV
(see Figure 2).
CLEARANCES FROM LIVE AERIAL CONDUCTORS
6.4
3
Minimum Safe Approach
Distance
Feet Metres
(Dimensions are in metres)
Denotes prohibited zone
Caution: - Diagrams shown are only for purposes of illustrating
M.S.A.D. Work positions, not all work positions.
Figure 1 - Minimum Safe Approach Distance
ANSI A92.5
Spotter
required
zone
Sag
Variations
in Sag
3
6.4
Personal
protection
barriers
No go zone
n
FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW
Distribution Lines Up to and Including 133kV
Figure 2 - Minimum Safe Approach Distance
AS 2550.10
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1. Safety
■ Pre-start Inspection
At the start of each work shift, the TL39T shall be
given a visual inspection and function test. See
the “Pre-operational Inspection and Maintenance”
chapter 7, in this manual for a list of items to
inspect and test.
! WARNING
DO NOT operate the TL39T unless you are
trained and authorized, understand the
operation characteristics of the TL39T, and
have inspected and tested all functions to be
sure they are in proper working order.
! DANGER
NEVER use an TL39T that has a known fault
or is malfunctioning in any way until the
machine has been repaired by a qualied
technician.
Operating a machine in faulty condition could
result in death or serious injury.
NOTE:
Whilst some of the safety rules and guidelines that
follow may not apply specically to this machine
(e.g. references to driving) they are included as part
of an overall safety strategy relating to the use of
elevating work platforms.
■ Work Place Inspection and Practices
Do not use the TL39T as a ground for welding.
Ground to the work piece.
Be fore the TL39T is used, and during use, check
the area in which the TL39T is to be used for
possible hazards such as, but not limited to:
● Drop-offs or holes.
● Side slopes.
● Bumps and oor 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 congurations.
● Wind and weather conditions.
● Presence of unauthorized persons.
● Other possible unsafe conditions.
location according to ANSI/NFPA 505.
Any TL39T operated in a hazardous location must
be approved and of the type required by ANSI/
NFPA 505.
While operating the MHP a recommended safety
practice is to have trained and qualied personnel
in the immediate work area of the TL39T to:
● Help in case of an emergency.
● Operate emergency controls as required.
● Watch for loss of control by platform operator.
● Warn the operator of any obstructions or
hazards that may not be obvious to them.
● Watch for soft terrain, sloping surfaces, drop-
offs, etc., where stability could be jeopardized.
● Watch for bystanders and never allow anyone
to be under, or to reach through the booms
while operating the aerial platform.
! DANGER
Pinch points may exist between moving
components. Death or serious injury can
result from becoming trapped between
components, buildings, structures, or other
obstacles. Make sure there is sufcient
clearance around the machine before moving
the chassis, booms, or platform. Allow
sufcient room and time to stop movement
to avoid contact with structures or other
hazards.
Keep ground personnel from under the platform
when the plat form 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.
Always look in the direction of travel. Drive with
care and at speeds compatible with the work-place
conditions. Use caution when driving over rough
ground, on slopes, and when turning.
Do not engage in any form of “horseplay” or “stunt
driving” while operating the TL39T.
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 platform. Remove all
objects which do not belong in or on the machine.
Before the TL39T is used, determine the hazard
classication of any particular atmosphere or
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1. Safety
Never steady the platform by positioning it against
another platform.
Do not operate an TL39T that is damaged or not
functioning properly. Do not use the MHP until
the machine has been repaired by a qualied
maintenance person.
Do not operate a TL39T that does not have all its
decals and placards attached and legible.
Watch for by stand ers and never allow anyone to
be under, or to reach through, the machine and its
equipment while operating.
Use the recommended transport device when
loading the machine.
■ Operation
If you encounter any suspected malfunction of the
aerial platform, or any hazard or potentially unsafe
condition relating to capacity, intendeduse, or safe
operation, cease operation immediately and seek
assistance from management.
Use three points of sup port when get ting on or off
the platform (two hands and one foot or a similar
set of points). Keep the platform clean.
Do not operate the TL39T from a position on trucks,
trailers, railway cars, oating vesels, scaffolds,
or similar equipment unless the application is
approved in writing by Snorkel.
Care shall be taken to prevent rope, electric cords,
and hoses, etc., from becoming entangled in the
aerial platform. If the platform or elevating assembly
becomes caught, snagged, or otherwise prevented
from normal motion by an adjacent structure or
other obstacle such that control reversal does
not free the platform, remove all personnel from
the platform before attempts are made to free the
platform using ground controls.
Under normal working conditions it is best not to
transfer from the platform to another structure or
vice versa, unless that is the safest way to do the
job. Each situation must be judged separately
taking the work environment into account. The
following guidelines apply:
1. Where possible, place the work platform over
a roof or walking structure to do the transfer.
2. Transfer your anchorage from one structure to
another before you step across.
Maintain a rm footing on the platform oor. Operate
the controls slowly and deliberately to avoid jerky
and erratic operation. Always stop the controls in
neutral before going in the opposite direction.
Do not dismount while the platform is in motion or
jump off the machine.
Do not start until all personnel are clearly away from
the machine.
Never cover the oor grating or otherwise obstruct
your view below. Make sure the area below the
platform is free of personnel before lowering.
■ Tipover and Falling Hazards
Operate the MHP only on a rm, at, level surface
capable of withstanding all load forces imposed by
the TL39T in all operating conditions.
! DANGER
The MHP can tip over if it becomes unstable.
Death or serious injury can result from a
tip-over accident. Do not drive or position
the MHP platform for elevated use near any
drop-ff, hole, slope, soft or uneven ground, or
other tip-over hazard.
3. Remember, you might be departing the work
platform to a structure where fall arrest is
required.
4. Do not climb over or through the guardrails.
Use the platform entrance.
All platform occupants MUST wear and use fall
restraint. At tach fall restraints to the platform
lanyard anchor points.
Do not exceed the unrestricted platform capacity as
indicated on the capacity placard at the entrance
to the platform. Do not carry loads from any point
outside of the platform.
Make sure that all protective guards, cowlings, and
doors are in place and secure. Be sure the guardrail
system, including the gate, is in place and secure.
Do not climb on the guardrails or use ladders,
planks, or other devices to extend or increase your
work position from the platform.
Do not use the MHP as a crane, hoist, or jack, or for
any other purpose other than to position personnel,
their tools, and materials.
Do not operate the TL39T in winds, or wind gusts,
of 28 mph, 45kph 12.5 m/s) or more.
! DANGER
Do not add banners, ags, screens or shelters
etc., to areas of the MHP that are exposed to
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wind forces as this will increase the wind load
ing and effect stability
■ General Safety Precautions
Do not modify the TL39T in any way.
When parts or components are replaced, they shall
be identical or equivalent to original Snorkel parts
or components.
Do not override any of the safety features of the
TL39T.
■ Hydraulic System Precautions
The hydraulic system contains hoses with hydraulic
uid under pressure.
! DANGER
Hydraulic uid escaping under pressure can
have enough force to inject uid into the
esh. Serious infection or reaction can result
if medical treatment is not given immediately.
In case of injury by escaping hydraulic uid,
seek medical attention at once.
engine in an enclosed area or indoors without
adequate ventilation.
Only refuel your MHP out doors in a clear area void
of gas fumes or spilled gas.
Never remove the fuel cap or refuel a gasoline
engine while the engine is running or hot. ALWAYS
allow the engine to cool before refueling. Never
allow fuel to spill on hot machine components.
! DANGER
DO NOT smoke or permit open ames while
fueling or near fueling operations.
Maintain control of the fuel ller nozzle when lling
the tank.
! CAUTION
ENSURE you use an approved fuel container
with appropriate fuel ller nozzle (see picture
below)
Do not ll the fuel tank to capacity. Allow room for
DO NOT place your hand or any part of your body
in front of escaping hydraulic uid. Use a piece of
cardboard or wood to search for hydraulic leaks.
Do not attempt repairs to hydraulic systems unless
you are trained. Refer to experienced repair
personnel for help.
■ Fire Prevention
Never operate your MHP near a ame or spark.
Hydraulic oil and gasoline are ammable and can
explode.
NOTE:
This machine is equipped with an internal
combustion engine (in it’s standard conguration)
and should not be used on or near any unimproved
forest-covered, brush-covered or grass covered
land unless the engine’s exhaust system is
equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable
laws. If a spark arrester is used, it should be
maintained in effective working order by the
operator.
■ Engine and Fuel Handling Precautions
expansion.
If gasoline is spilled, clean up spilled fuel
immediately, push/tow the MHP away from the area
of the spill and avoid creating any source of ignition
until the spilled fuel has evaporated.
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.
! WARNING
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a
poisonous gas that is invisible and odorless.
Breathing engine exhaust fumes can cause
death or serious illness. Do not run the
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Charge batteries in a well ventilated area free of
ame, sparks, or other hazards that might cause
re or explosion.
■ Batteries
! WARNING
1. Safety
Batteries give off hydrogen and oxygen that
can combine explosively. Death or serious
injury can result from a chemical explosion.
Do not smoke or permit open ames or
sparks when checking batteries.
! CAUTION
Battery acid can damage the skin and eyes.
Serious infection or reaction can result if
medical treatment is not given immediately.
Wear face and eye protection, rubber gloves
and protective clothing when working near
batteries.
! CAUTION
If acid contacts your eyes, ush immediately
with clear water and get medical attention. If
acid contacts your skin, wash off immediately
with clear water.
■ Height Restriction
See the Options chapter page 5 for details
concerning this kit.
■ Safety Decals and Placards
There are a number of safety decals and
placards on the TL39T. Their locations and
descriptions are shown in this section on the
following pages. Take time to study them.
! CAUTION
Be sure that all the safety decals and
placards on the TL39T 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.
! IMPORTANT
The height restrictor tted to the standard
TL39T, is not the same device as the 10.9m
restriction kit, although both of these devices
achieve the same result of restricting the
maximum height of the platform to 10.9m
from the ground.
This is to allow the unit to be operated by
unlicensed operators in accordance with Australian
legislation.
! WARNING
An Australian operator MUST hold a WP
Certicate of Competency in order to operate
the machine at heights in excess of 11m.
■ Height Restriction on TL39T
The TL39T (in standard mode) is tted with a
restrictor in the upper hydraulic lift cylinder to keep
the platform to a maximum height of 10.9m.
■ 10.9 Metre Restriction Kit
Machines that are built for the Australian market
may be tted with a 10.9m restriction kit.
This kit which can be tted to the MHP14AT is tted
to restrict the maximum height to the platform oor
at 10.9 m from the ground.
Note:
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2. Safety Devices
■ Safety Device Information
For emergency operation controls and procedures,
see the “Emergency Operation” chapter 9, in this
manual.
The devices listed in this chapter are safety
devices.
They are on the TL39T to increase safety in the
work place for both the operator and other people
near the TL39T.
! CAUTION
DO NOT bypass, 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 “Pre-operational
Inspection” chapter 7). If any is found
to be defective, remove the TL39T from
service immediately until a qualied service
technician can make repairs.
■ Emergency Stop Switches
❑ At ground control box
❑ At platform control box
Figure 2.2 - Emergency Stop Switch at
Platform Control Box
Press the red EMERGENCY STOP button in, at
any time, under any conditions, and the entire
machine stops, and nothing moves. This switch
must be out (on) for anything on the TL39T to work.
Pull the switch and it will pop out (on).
NOTE:
The ground control box is designed to override
the platform control box. If the platform control box
EMERGENCY STOP switch is in (off) the ground
control box can still be used to start and operate
the TL39T.
Figure 2.1 - Emergency Stop Switch at
Ground Control Box
Press the red EMERGENCY STOP button in, at
any time, under any conditions, and the entire
machine stops, and nothing moves. This switch
must be out (on) for anything on the TL39T to work.
Pull the switch and it will pop out (on).
■ Other Safety Devices
❑ Lanyard anchor points
Figure 2.3 - Lanyard Anchor Points
All personnel on the platform should attach their
fall restraint lanyards to one of the lanyard anchor
points.
The lanyard anchors are located at the rear of the
platform oor.
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❑ Gravity gate
Figure 2.4 - Gravity Gate
The gravity gate is the place in the platform
guardrail system where you should enter and leave
the platform. Raise the gate and step under it onto
the platform. Once you have entered the platform
and attached your fall restraint lanyard to an anchor
point, check to see that the gravity gate has fallen
back into place.
It is tted to restrict the maximum height to the
platform oor to 10.9m from the ground. This is
to allow the unit to be operated by unlicensed
operators in accordance with Australian legislation.
Note - Height Restriction Kit
See the Options chapter page 5 for details
concerning this kit.
❑ Enable switch
The enable switch must be operated in conjunction
with the boom/platform moving function you select.
The purpose of this switch is to prevent the platform
from moving if something or someone accidentally
pushes one of the boom/platform moving controls.
There are enable switches tted to both the Upper
and Lower Control Boxes.
❑ Guardrails
Figure 2.5 - Guardrails
The guardrails help protect you from falling off
the platform. Be sure the guardrails are properly
installed and that the gravity gate or swinging gate
is in place.
❑ Height restriction on TL39T
The TL39T (in standard mode) is tted with a
restrictor in the upper hydraulic lift cylinderto keep
the platform to a maximum height of 10.9m.
❑ 10.9m height restriction kit (Option)
Figure 2.6 - Enable Switch, Platform Control
Box
Figure 2.7 - Enable Switch, Ground Control
Box
This kit may be tted to machines manufactured for
the Australian market.
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❑ Enable switch (foot) – Optional
Figure 2.8 - Enable Switch (Foot)
The foot switch performs the same function as
the standard enable switch described above.
Stepping on the foot switch is an action that must
be performed, at the same time as another action,
to make the booms/platform move.
Note:
If you have the optional ‘foot switch’ tted the
Enable switches on the Upper Control Box and the
Ground Control Box will still function.
❑ RCD/ELCB AC outlet (Option)
Power Input
Connector
At Base
RCD At Base
Power Outlet
At Platform
Figure 2.10 - RCD/ELCB AC Outlet, Vertical
Mounting
The RCD (Residual Current Device) is located at
the base and will protect against short circuits to
earth. When there is a short circuit the RCD will
shut down the 230v AC power to the platform outlet.
To reset the outlet disconnect the power tool lead
from the platform box and reset the RCD at the
base. If the problem persists call a trained service
technician.
❑ Bubble level
Figure 2.9 - Bubble Level
A bubble level is located on the trailer side rail,
beside the outrigger controls. Watch the bubble
level while you set the stabilisers. Lower the
stabilisers, one at a time, just enough to center the
bubble in the circle on top of the guage. When the
bubble is centered the platform is level and can be
safely raised.
❑ Flashing light (Option)
The ashing light alerts people that the booms
/ platform of the TL39T are moving. The light
ashes at about one ash per second any time the
MASTER KEY switch is on. There is no ON/OFF
switch for the ashing light, it cannot be turned off
while the TL39T is running.
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3. Specications
The Snorkel TL39T are boom supported elevating work platforms built to conform to Australian Standard
AS1418-10 Elevating Work Platforms.
NOTE:
For further details regarding lubricants, maintenance schedules and service please refer to the
Maintenance and Repair Parts Manual for this machine.
■ General Specications
■ Specications MHP14AT
SPECIFICATIONS MHP14AT
Nominal working height 13.5m 44.3’
Maximum height to basket oor 11.5m 37.7’
Maximum outreach 6.4m 21.0’
Maximum width of base
Stabilisers retracted
Stabilisers extended
1.6m
3.6m
5.2’
11.8’
Safe working load (unrestricted) 215kg 474lbs
Platform size 1.15 x 0.70m 3.8’ x 2.3’
Construction Steel Steel
Travelling height 2m 6.6’
Overall length 4.7m 15.4’
Maximum towing speed 80km/h 50mph
Turntable rotation 540o Non continuous
Trailer tongue weight (approximately) Less than 100kg Less than 225lbs
Maximum rated axle capacity 2000kg 4409lbs
Insulation rating Nil (on standard models)
Weight 1460kg (Petrol model) 3218lbs (Petrol model)
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■ Specications TL39T
SPECIFICATIONS TL39T
Nominal working height 12.9m 42.3’
Maximum height to basket oor 10.9m 35.8’
Maximum outreach 6.4m 21.0’
Maximum width of base
Stabilisers retracted
Stabilisers extended
Safe working load (unrestricted) 215kg 474lbs
Platform size 1.15 x 0.70m 3.8’ x 2.3’
Construction Steel Steel
Travelling height 2m 6.6’
Overall length 4.7m 15.4’
Maximum towing speed 80km/h 50mph
Turntable rotation 540o Non continuous
Trailer tongue weight (approximately) Less than 100kg Less than 225lbs
Maximum rated axle capacity 2000kg 4409lbs
Insulation rating Nil (on standard models)
Weight 1460kg (Petrol model) 3218lbs (Petrol model)
❑ Recommended Hydraulic Oil
Shell Tellus 32 or Castrol AWS 32 or similar
1.6m
3.6m
5.2’
11.8’
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