Snorkel TB50 User Manual

July 2014Part Number 0074923MANUALOPERATOR’S Replaces 0074923 March 2014

Chapter 2 – Specications6 TB42/TB50 – 0074923General Specications – TB42Aerial PlatformWorking height 48′ (14.6 m)Maximum platform height 42′ (12

Chapter 2 – SpecicationsTB42/TB50 – 0074923 7 General Specications – TB50Aerial PlatformWorking height 56′ (17.2 m)Maximum platform height 50′ 5″

Chapter 2 – Specications8 TB42/TB50 – 0074923Engine Specications – DieselEngine Displacement Fuel Grade CoolantOperating TemperatureOilCapacityOil

Chapter 2 – SpecicationsTB42/TB50 – 0074923 9 Engine Displacement Fuel Grade CoolantOperating TemperatureOilCapacityOil GradeFordLRG 425153 cu. in.(

Chapter 2 – Specications10 TB42/TB50 – 0074923Engine Oil ViscosityCummins B3.3Deutz F3L-2011F Deutz F3L-1011FKubota V2403-M-TS A E 1 5W /4 0

Chapter 2 – SpecicationsTB42/TB50 – 0074923 11 General Motors 1.6LNoteNo straight weight oils and no specialized diesel oils are to be used in GM en

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TB42/TB50 – 0074923 13 Chapter 3 – SafetyKnowledge of the information in this manual, and proper training, provide a basis for safely operatin

Chapter 3 – Safety14 TB42/TB50 – 0074923Prestart InspectionPerform a prestart inspection before each shift as de-scribed in Chapter 7. Do not use the

Chapter 3 – Safety TB42/TB50 – 0074923 15 Tip-Over and Falling HazardsOperate the aerial platform only on a rm, at, level surface capable

The aerial platform is not electrically insulated. Death or serious injury will result from contact with, or inadequate clearance from, an energized c

Chapter 3 – Safety16 TB42/TB50 – 0074923Do not place your hand or any part of your body in front of escaping hydraulic uid. Use a piece of cardboard

TB42/TB50 – 0074923 17 This aerial work platform is manufactured with safety devices, placards, and decals to reduce the likelihood of an accident.

Chapter 4 – Safety Devices18 TB42/TB50 – 0074923Emergency Lowering KnobThe emergency lowering knob may be used to lower the booms if the engine w

Chapter 4 – Safety DevicesTB42/TB50 – 0074923 19 Ground Fault Circuit InterrupterThe electrical power outlet at the platform (refer to Figure 4.6) co

Chapter 4 – Safety Devices20 TB42/TB50 – 0074923HornAn optional horn may be used to warn personnel on the ground. The horn button is on the ri

TB42/TB50 – 0074923 21 The aerial platform is equipped with several gauges to monitor the condition of the machine before and during operation.Hour M

Chapter 5 – Gauges and Displays22 TB42/TB50 – 0074923Figure 5.4 – Fuel TankRead the fuel gauge at the line in the clear plastic window. The gauge ind

TB42/TB50 – 0074923 23 The following are located on the lower control panel. • Emergency stop button • Control selector switch • Start switch

Chapter 6 – Controls24 TB42/TB50 – 0074923Boom Elevation SwitchThe boom elevation switch (refer to Figure 6.2) is used to raise or lower the main boo

Chapter 6 – ControlsTB42/TB50 – 0074923 25 The engine has a two speed throttle operation from the lower controls.Place the throttle switch is in the

TB42/TB50 – 0074923 Electrical Danger ... Inside Front CoverCalifornia Proposition 65 ... Inside Front CoverCh

Chapter 6 – Controls26 TB42/TB50 – 0074923The engine throttle speed will increase to warm the hydraulic uid.The engine throttle speed will decrease

Chapter 6 – ControlsTB42/TB50 – 0074923 27 If the engine dies, the switch must be turned to off before it can be turned back to start.An alarm sounds

Chapter 6 – Controls28 TB42/TB50 – 0074923 • High range – high speed and low torque operation. • Low range – low speed and high torque operation.B

Chapter 6 – ControlsTB42/TB50 – 0074923 29 Hold the engine/emergency power switch backward to activate the emergency power system. Release the swit

Chapter 6 – Controls30 TB42/TB50 – 0074923The control for the optional platform work lights is on the back of each light (refer to Figure 6.9).Figure

TB42/TB50 – 0074923 31 EngineVisually inspect the engine and its components with the engine off. The engine is located behind the doors at the front

Chapter 7 – Prestart Inspection32 TB42/TB50 – 0074923When the engine is cold, there should be about 1″ (2.5 cm) of coolant in the bottom of the reser

Chapter 7 – Prestart InspectionTB42/TB50 – 0074923 33 Air FilterThe air lter gauge (refer to Figure 7.7) has an indicator to show when the lter nee

Chapter 7 – Prestart Inspection34 TB42/TB50 – 0074923Electrical SystemElectrical power is supplied from either one or two, 550 CCA, 12 volt batteries

Chapter 7 – Prestart InspectionTB42/TB50 – 0074923 35 2. Open the door on the right side of the chassis to ac-cess the hydraulic uid level gauge

Table of Contents TB42/TB50 – 0074923Chapter 7 – Prestart InspectionOperator’s Manual ...31Engine ...

Chapter 7 – Prestart Inspection36 TB42/TB50 – 0074923DangerPinch points may exist between moving components. Death or serious injury will result fro

Chapter 7 – Prestart InspectionTB42/TB50 – 0074923 37 DangerPinch points may exist between moving components. Death or serious injury will result f

Chapter 7 – Prestart Inspection38 TB42/TB50 – 0074923NoteThere is not an off switch for the ashing light. The light cannot be turned off.Sandblast P

Chapter 7 – Prestart InspectionTB42/TB50 – 0074923 39 Figure 7.19 – Top of Main Boom at Base EndAlso inspect the wire ropes just inside the base end

Chapter 7 – Prestart Inspection40 TB42/TB50 – 0074923 3. Visually inspect all bolts and nuts fastening the platform in place. They must

Chapter 7 – Prestart InspectionTB42/TB50 – 0074923 41 4. Hold the engine/emergency power switch in the emergency power position and step on

Chapter 7 – Prestart Inspection42 TB42/TB50 – 0074923Tow KitThe machine may be equipped with an optional tow kit. • Inspect the components

Chapter 7 – Prestart InspectionTB42/TB50 – 0074923 43 0074311007090103238960074311(One per Cylinder)00709010323896Right Side00732980073491SAFE OPERA

Chapter 7 – Prestart Inspection44 TB42/TB50 – 0074923007421000742100190989Right Side0081441(Dual Fuel or LPG OnlyInside Door)DANGER0190989DO NOTREACH

Chapter 7 – Prestart InspectionTB42/TB50 – 0074923 45 03238970323897Right SideA “RUNAWAY” SNORKELIFT CAN CAUSE OR SERIOUS INJURY. CHECK WITH TOW VE

TB42/TB50 – 0074923 1 Chapter 1 – IntroductionAerial Platform FeaturesThe aerial platform is a boom-supported elevating work platform used to raise p

Chapter 7 – Prestart Inspection46 TB42/TB50 – 00749230073298Front032389603238960074316Turning battery disconnect switchoff while engine is running wi

Chapter 7 – Prestart InspectionTB42/TB50 – 0074923 47 007253000725310072531PlatformUpper Control Panel Front00725300151410Radiator0151410DANGERFA LLI

Chapter 7 – Prestart Inspection48 TB42/TB50 – 0074923

Chapter 7 – Prestart InspectionTB42/TB50 – 0074923 49 Prestart Inspection ChecklistItem Inspect For OKOperator’s Manual In place, all pages readable

Chapter 7 – Prestart Inspection50 TB42/TB50 – 0074923

TB42/TB50 – 0074923 51 Chapter 8 – OperationThe aerial platform may be operated from either the lower or upper controls.DangerThe aerial pl

Chapter 8 – Operation52 TB42/TB50 – 0074923 5. Place the battery disconnect switch in the on posi-tion.Activate the toggle switch while the start s

Chapter 8 – OperationTB42/TB50 – 0074923 53 7. Hold the appropriate toggle switch in the desired direction. 8. Gradually turn the boom speed

Chapter 8 – Operation54 TB42/TB50 – 0074923 7. Turn the start switch to on and pause a few sec-onds while the alarm sounds to alert others that th

Chapter 8 – OperationTB42/TB50 – 0074923 55 NoteThe steering wheels are not self-centering. Set the steer-ing wheels straight ahead after completing

Chapter 1 – Introduction2 TB42/TB50 – 0074923Safety AlertsA safety alert symbol is used throughout this manual to indicate danger, warning and cautio

Chapter 8 – Operation56 TB42/TB50 – 0074923Drive the aerial platform only on slopes, or loading ramps that are within the 25 percent grade ca

Chapter 8 – OperationTB42/TB50 – 0074923 57 LengthHeightGround SlopeThe grade can be measured with an inclinometer or by using a tape measure, a leve

Chapter 8 – Operation58 TB42/TB50 – 0074923Figure 8.9 – Upper Control Panel FrontThe engine will run at high idle while the generator is operating.

Chapter 8 – OperationTB42/TB50 – 0074923 59 Figure 8.10 – Upper ControlsThe lights are operational when the upper controls emergency stop butt

Chapter 8 – Operation60 TB42/TB50 – 0074923

TB42/TB50 – 0074923 61 that exceed 25 percent, or where conditions of the ramp could cause driving to be hazardous.Drive the aerial platform onto the

Chapter 9 – Stowing and Transporting62 TB42/TB50 – 0074923 8. Verify that the machine wheels, loading ramps, and transport vehicle are aligned.Dang

Chapter 9 – Stowing and TransportingTB42/TB50 – 0074923 63 WarningThe potential for an accident increases when the aerial platform is lifted using

Chapter 9 – Stowing and Transporting64 TB42/TB50 – 0074923 3. Raise the main boom about 1′ (0.3 m). 4. Place a wood block under the rotator pylon

TB42/TB50 – 0074923 65 Figure 10.2 – Lower Controls 5. Hold the ground operation switch upward to the on position while holding the eng

TB42/TB50 – 0074923 3 Component IdenticationRight SideChassisLower ControlsUpper ControlsWiring BoxOperator’s ManualSteer WheelsLeft SidePlatformMai

Chapter 10 – Emergency Operation66 TB42/TB50 – 0074923 3. Step down on the platform foot switch (refer to Figure 10.4).Figure 10.4 – Platform 4.

Chapter 10 – Emergency OperationTB42/TB50 – 0074923 67 TowingThe aerial platform may be towed at slow speeds using the optional tow kit. The tow vehi

Chapter 10 – Emergency Operation68 TB42/TB50 – 0074923

TB42/TB50 – 0074923 69 Chapter 11 – TroubleshootingThe troubleshooting chart may be used to locate and eliminate situations where machine operation m

Chapter 11 – Troubleshooting70 TB42/TB50 – 0074923Symptom Possible Cause Corrective ActionEngine will not start from lower controls.Switches are

Chapter 11 – TroubleshootingTB42/TB50 – 0074923 71 Symptom Possible Cause Corrective ActionEngine starts from the upper con-trols but no boom fun

Chapter 11 – Troubleshooting72 TB42/TB50 – 0074923Symptom Possible Cause Corrective ActionBoom and drive functions seem sluggish.Hydraulic oil is

Chapter 11 – TroubleshootingTB42/TB50 – 0074923 73 Fuel Line Air Bleeding – Kubota V2403-M-TIf the engine will not start because of air in the fuel l

Chapter 11 – Troubleshooting74 TB42/TB50 – 0074923

TB42/TB50 – 0074923 75 Appendix A – Glossaryaerial platform – a mobile device that has an adjustable position platform, supported from ground level

Chapter 2 – Specications4 TB42/TB50 – 0074923Working Envelope – TB42010(3)20 (6.1)30 (9.1)40 (12.2)50 (15.2)10(3)010(3)20 (6.1)30 (9.1)40 (12.2)10 (

Appendix A – Glossary TB42/TB50 – 0074923

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Chapter 2 – SpecicationsTB42/TB50 – 0074923 5 Working Envelope – TB50010(3)20 (6.1)30 (9.1)40 (12.2)50 (15.2)60 (18.3)10(3)010(3)20 (6.1)30 (9.1)40