Bil-Jax 45XA, Operator'S Manual

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BILJAX 45XA
MATERIAL LIFTING HOOK
If the boom lift is equipped with a material lifting
hook, observe the following procedure for material
lift operation:

Remove platform controls from the work
platform by releasing the latch on the back of the
platform control box.

Disconnect platform control box from the load
sense module located on the boom lift bulkhead.

Remove the electric loopback plug from the
receptacle on the bottom right of the ground
control panel (Figure 8-1) and insert the platform
control cable into the open receptacle.
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1. To Boom Cable.
Do Not Remove.
2. To Platform Controls.
a. Disconnect platform controls.
b. Replace with loopback plug from ground
controls.
c. Plug platform controls into open receptacle
on the bottom right of ground control panel.
Figure 8-1. Material Lifting Hook Configuration

Insert the removed electric loopback plug into
the open receptacle on the load sense module,
replacing the platform control cable.

Remove the retaining pin holding the platform to
boom lift. Firmly secure platform to prevent
equipment damage.

Remove the platform from the boom by lifting
cage up and away from the mounting bracket on
the boom nose.

Attach the material lifting hook to the mounting
bracket on the boom nose and insert the
retaining pin (Figure 8-2).
Figure 8-2. Material Lifting Hook Installation

Operate the material lifting hook remotely, using
the platform control box for optimal control.
WARNING
Always observe the manufacturer’s weight lifting
limitations when using the material lifting hook.
Always use lifting straps or wire rope slings that
are rated at a minimum 500 lbs lifting capacity.
Never stand beneath an elevated load or position
an elevated load above personnel. Falling
objects can cause serious injury or death.
DANGER
This machine is not insulated for use near
electrical power lines and DOES NOT provide
protection from contact with or close proximity
to any electrically charged conductor. Operator
must maintain safe clearances at all times and
always allow for platform movement such as
wind-induced sway. Refer to Table 1-1 for
minimum safe approach distances between the
machine and electrical power lines.

Reverse the procedure to reattach the work
platform.