Mec 13500001, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...trol Panel 14 Starting Engine from Upper Control Box 15 Base Controls Operation and Test 16 Platform Control Operation and Test 17 Control Lever Operation 20 Shutdown Procedure 21 Deck Extension 22 Sh...

Page 2: ...Gradability 40 21 8 Breakover Angle 42 23 Optional Outrigger Range Of Motion 10 side to side Maximum Ground Pressure Wheel 123 psi 8 6 kg cm2 Maximum Ground Pressure Outrigger Pad 56 psi 3 9 kg cm2 M...

Page 3: ...ntial that the operator of the aerial work platform is not alone on the workplace during operation Modifications of this machine from the original design and specifications without written permission...

Page 4: ...erator of the machine should not operate this machine unless properly trained NEVER perform work or inspection on the machine with the platform elevated without first blocking the scissor assembly wit...

Page 5: ...r or job site use Personal Fall Protection Equipment PFPE when operating this machine All PFPE must comply with applicable governmental regulations and must be inspected and used in accordance with th...

Page 6: ...ne is not insulated and WILL NOT protect the operator from injury or the machine from damage Refer to the following diagram and all applicable governmental regulations for the minimum safe distances f...

Page 7: ...133 kV No go zone Spotter required zone Sway 10 10 8 8 FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW Sag Variations in sag Sag Sag LEGEND CLEARANCES FROM LIVE AERIAL CONDUCTORS No shading in the front views indicates no prox...

Page 8: ...h 12 5 m s when the platform is elevated carefully lower the platform and discontinue operation DO NOT increase the surface area of the platform i e cover the rails with tarp or plywood Increased sur...

Page 9: ...nt materials or other obstructions Check path before moving for overhead obstructions Check path before moving for crushing hazards when holding the platform rail Reduce travel speed when moving the m...

Page 10: ...st be complete undamaged and readable Bodily Injury Hazards DO NOT operate the machine when there is a hydraulic fluid or air leak Hydraulic fluid or air under pressure can penetrate and or burn skin...

Page 11: ...witch at any time to stop all machine functions Turn switch clockwise to reset 5 Start Switch Turn to far right to start engine Switch will return to RUN position for normal operation Turn to OFF to s...

Page 12: ...e from the platform control panel BASE Select to operate from the base control panel OFF Select to stop operation from either control panel 5 Hour Meter Indicates total elapsed time of machine operati...

Page 13: ...ls Module Module Covers removed for clarity Platform Controls Platform Deck Extension Lift Cylinders Chassis Entry Gate Hydraulic Tank Lower Controls Battery Disconnect Switch Battery Hydraulic Manifo...

Page 14: ...lift is the correct machine for the job Be aware of workplace conditions and continue to watch for hazards while operating the machine Workplace Inspection Before operating the machine check the workp...

Page 15: ...h step outlined in this section This machine shall only be operated by trained and authorized personnel If multiple operators use this machine all must be trained qualified and authorized to use it Ne...

Page 16: ...With the GLOW Button held press and hold the START Button until the engine starts Release both buttons once the engine starts To protect the starter motor power will cut off to the starter circuit wh...

Page 17: ...T Switch until the engine starts Release both switches once the engine starts To protect the starter motor power will cut off to the starter circuit when the starter motor has run continuously for app...

Page 18: ...around the machine for obstructions before operating the machine The machine must have space to allow full elevation of platform Emergency Stop Press the Emergency Stop Switch at any time to stop all...

Page 19: ...until it stops Platform should lift to full height Lower the platform until it stops Scissor assembly should close completely Releasing the switch will stop Lift Lower function Pressing the Emergency...

Page 20: ...form Operations Test Emergency Stop Press the EMERGENCY STOP switch at any time to stop all machine functions Turn switch clockwise to reset Activation of the EMERGENCY STOP switch will apply brakes i...

Page 21: ...atform selector switch to the ON position Start the engine as previously described see page 15 Press the Horn Button if equipped to verify proper operation Overload Indicator Light Light ON indicates...

Page 22: ...ENCY STOP switch will stop elevation Lower Platform Place the MODE SELECT switch in the LIFT position Check that no persons or obstructions are in the path of the descending platform Move the control...

Page 23: ...r position will stop drive Pressing the EMERGENCY STOP switch will stop drive Drive Reverse Place the MODE SELECT switch in the DRIVE position Squeeze the enable bar and move the control lever toward...

Page 24: ...kg DO NOT allow any personnel to stand below the machine when the Sheet Materials Rack is in use Fasten the material securely with straps or optional material clamps until use This machine is equipped...

Page 25: ...Sheet Material Rack All material must be centered The optional Material Clamp Pipe Rack allows the user to hold sheet material in place without the use of straps or by inverting the clamps to carry p...

Page 26: ...m Material must be centered on the Pipe Rack Materialmustbeentirelycontainedbythearmsoftherackandmaynotextendabovetheshorterarm Use extreme caution and watch for obstructions when driving and lifting...

Page 27: ...he outriggers will stop automatically The Drive Enable Indicator Lamp will turn OFF indicating that the outriggers are extended and that machine drive function is disabled Retract Push and hold the Ou...

Page 28: ...e Extension Deck rail Fold down the right side Extension Deck rail Fold down the left side Main Deck rail Fold down the right side Main Deck rail Rail Fold down is complete To return the machine to no...

Page 29: ...ir leaks immediately Fluid leaks under pressure may not always be visible Check for pin hole leaks with a piece of cardboard not your hand NEVER perform work or inspection on the machine with the plat...

Page 30: ...rm maintenance on this machine and must be done in accordance with the procedures outlined in the service manual Scheduled maintenance inspection checklists are included in this manual for use by qual...

Page 31: ...platform in the stowed position and outriggers if equipped retracted 2 Hydraulic Filter Filter Element located inside Hydraulic Reservoir Scheduled Maintenance Normal Conditions Change every six month...

Page 32: ...injury blindness and death Repair leaks immediately Fluid leaks under pressure may not always be visible Check for pin hole leaks with a piece of cardboard not your hand NEVER perform work or inspecti...

Page 33: ...areas _______ Check the platform rails and personnel entry for damage or modification Check for missing spring pin retainers _______ Check that all warning and instructional decals are present legible...

Page 34: ...ings for security ______ Inspect the entire machine for signs of damage broken welds loose bolts improper or makeshift repairs ______ Check that the platform does not drift down with a full load _____...

Page 35: ...taining Rings Upper Cylinder Pins Secure Lower Cylinder Pins Secure Lower Beam Mounts tight Rollers Turn Freely Maintenance Locks Secure Operational Base Cover Panels Secure Base Fasteners Tight Bolts...

Page 36: ...not use the machine until it has been checked by a trained qualified mechanic Machine functions will not operate Master disconnect turned on Battery properly connected Battery fully charged Fuel level...

Page 37: ...e platform MAX DRIVE HEIGHT The maximum safe platform height at which the machine can be driven MAX PLATFORM HEIGHT The maximum attainable height measured from level ground surface to platform floor M...

Page 38: ...nal Outriggers x4 Lanyard Attachments x6 Optional Material Clamps Pipe Racks 1 18 15 15 16 17 5 2 9 11 12 13 10 3 47 4 5 6 37 41 7 19 2 46 21 9 17 15 17 15 16 14 25 36 23 1 24 43 9 22 25 27 40 26 28 2...

Page 39: ...OF POWER LINES SPOTTER REQUIRED BETWEEN 3 6 4M OF POWER LINES AND WITHIN 3M EACH SIDE AND 3M FROM THE BOTTOM SEE SPECIAL PROVISIONS OPEN AREA OUTSIDE 6 4M OF POWER LINES OPEN AREA OUTSIDE 6 4M OF POW...

Page 40: ...for machine weight Loading Free wheel configuration for Winching or Towing RUNAWAY HAZARD After releasing the brakes there is nothing to stop machine travel Machine will roll freely on slopes ALWAYS...

Page 41: ...refully drive the machine off the transport vehicle with the winch attached Note The brakes are automatically released for driving and will automatically apply when the machine stops Winching Disengag...

Page 42: ...l loose items from the machine Determine the center of gravity of the machine Attach rigging to the designated lift points only For machines NOT equipped with outriggers use two lengthwise spreader ba...

Page 43: ...on MEC Aerial Platform Sales Corp s then current flat rate provided the defective part in question is shipped prepaid to MEC Aerial Platform Sales Corp and is found upon inspection by MEC Aerial Plat...

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