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EWP - ELEVATED WORK PLATFORM

Full snorkel operating manual
Based on the official Snorkel MHP14AT Operation Manual, here's a complete startup and operating procedure for running the cherry picker from the basket (platform controls):
✅ MHP14AT Platform (Basket) Operation Guide
🔧 1. Pre-Operation Safety
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Ensure platform is level using bubble gauge.
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Stabilisers must be fully deployed and level before boom functions are unlocked.
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Confirm:
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Boom lock pin is removed.
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All decals and placards are legible.
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No hydraulic leaks or electrical faults.
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Platform occupants wear a full safety harness attached to lanyard anchor points.
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🔌 2. Starting from Platform Control Box
You must first set controls at the base:
At Ground Control Box:
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Set Platform/Ground Selector to PLATFORM mode (key switch).
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Set Boom/Stabiliser Selector to BOOM.
In Platform (Basket):
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Enter platform, close gravity gate, attach harness.
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Twist Emergency Stop Button to ON (pull out).
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(If cold start) Hold CHOKE while pressing START.
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Press START switch for max 6 seconds or until engine starts.
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If not starting, wait 60 seconds and retry.
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🕹️ 3. Operating from Platform Controls
To operate any function:
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ENABLE SWITCH (or foot switch) must be pressed together with function switch.
Available Functions:
Function Control Action
Lower Boom - Push LOWER BOOM switch down
Upper Boom - Push UPPER BOOM switch down
Extend Boom - TELE switch → RIGHT
Retract Boom - TELE switch → LEFT
Slew Left/Right - SLEW switch → LEFT or RIGHT
Tilt Basket - LEVEL BASKET switch → LEFT (forward), RIGHT (backward)
Platform Rotate (Option) ROTATE switch ← / →
Always hold ENABLE while operating any of the above switches.
🔄 4. Emergency Lowering from Platform
If normal operation fails:
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Press ENABLE and EMERGENCY LOWER together.
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To slew or retract boom while lowering:
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Press:
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ENABLE
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EMERGENCY LOWER
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UPPER or LOWER BOOM UP
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SLEW or TELE IN switch
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Must complete slewing/telescoping before booms are fully lowered.
🔚 5. Securing the Machine
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Return booms to stowed position.
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Insert boom lock pin.
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Turn selector key to OFF and remove it.
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Push Emergency Stop button in (OFF).