BIL-JAX 3522A
PLATFORM CONTROL STATION The platform control station is used to control boom motion. To access the
platform control station, turn the key switch at the ground control station to the
platform controls setting and enter the work cage.
Figure 3-2. Platform Control Station
The platform control station includes the following
controls and Indicators. Refer to Figure 3-2 for
control locations.
Engine Start and Choke (Hybrid Model only)
Start a cold engine by pressing the CHOKE button,
then press the engine START button to start the
engine. To start/restart a warm engine, press the
START button only.
Horn Button
Pressing the button will sound the horn. Use the
HORN button to warn personnel in the area of a
falling object hazard, impending boom motions, or
the need for assistance.
Battery Condition Indicator
Indicator LEDs light up to indicate the level of charge
remaining in the batteries. A lighted green LED
indicates a good charge level. Lighted yellow LEDs
indicate the need for charging soon. A lighted red
LED warns that the battery charge level is low; boom
operations should be halted until the batteries are
recharged.
Emergency Stop Button
When pushed in, the emergency STOP button
disconnects electrical power to the ground and
platform control stations. The emergency STOP
pushbutton should only be pressed to immediately
stop all boom motion. To resume control, pull out the
emergency STOP button.
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