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Crossover Series

June 1, 2012

Crossover Series

Introduction 

Introduction

This Operator’s Manual has been designed to provide you, the owner, user or operator, with the instructions and operating procedures 
essential to properly and safely operate your MEC Aerial Work Platform for positioning personnel, along with their necessary tools 
and materials, to overhead work locations.

The Operator’s Manual must be read and understood prior to operating your MEC Aerial Work 
Platform. The user/operator should not accept operating responsibility until he/she has read and 
understands the operator’s manual as well as having operated the MEC Aerial Work Platform under 
supervision of an authorized, trained and qualified operator.

It is essential 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 
from MEC are strictly forbidden. A modification may compromise the safety of the machine, subjecting 
operator(s) to serious injury or death.

Your MEC Aerial Work Platform has been designed, built, and tested to provide safe, 
dependable service. Only authorized, trained and qualified personnel shall be allowed to 
operate or service the machine.

MEC, as manufacturer, has no direct control over machine application and operation. Proper 
safety practices are the responsibility of the owner, user and operator.

If there is a question on application and/or operation contact:

MEC Aerial Platform Sales Corp.

1401 South Madera Ave • Kerman, CA 93630 USA
Ph: 1-877-635-5438 • 559-842-1500 • Fax: 559-842-1522
www.mecawp.com

Summary of Contents for 2659ERT

Page 1: ...st 13 Platform Control Operation and Test 14 Control Lever Operation 17 Shutdown Procedure 18 Deck Extension 19 Sheet Materials Rack 19 Pothole Protection Bars 22 Outrigger Operation optional 22 Emerg...

Page 2: ...8 in 20 cm 8 in 20 cm Wheel Base 82 in 2 1 m 82 in 2 1 m Turning Radius Inside 59 in 1 5 m 59 in 1 5 m Ground Clearance 6 in 15 cm 6 in 15 cm Drive Speed Proportional Stowed 0 3 2 mph 0 5 km h 0 3 0...

Page 3: ...ualified operator It is essential 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...

Page 4: ...rk platforms The ANSI SIA A92 6 2006 Manual of Responsibilities is considered a part of this machine and can be found in the manual compartment located at the platform control station To ensure safe u...

Page 5: ...r employer 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 accordanc...

Page 6: ...ontact with or proximity to electrical current Maintain safe distances from electrical power lines and apparatus in accordance with applicable government regulations and the following chart Allow for...

Page 7: ...s of 28 m p h 12 5 m s If wind speeds exceed 28 m p 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...

Page 8: ...Collision Hazards Check path before moving for equipment materials or other obstructions Check path before moving for overhead obstructions Check path before moving for crushing hazards when holding t...

Page 9: ...manuals must 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...

Page 10: ...GENCY STOP switch at any time to stop all machine functions Turn switch clockwise to reset 5 On Off Switch This switch turns power ON or OFF at the platform does not affect the Lower Controls 6 Horn B...

Page 11: ...from the platform control panel BASE Select to operate from the base control panel OFF Select to stop operation from either control panel 4 Emergency Stop Switch Press the EMERGENCY STOP switch at an...

Page 12: ..._3815 Controls Module Module Covers removed for clarity Platform Controls Platform Deck Extension Lift Cylinder Chassis Battery Disconnect Switch Entry Gate Hydraulic Tank Lower Controls Hydraulic Man...

Page 13: ...sure the 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...

Page 14: ...erform each 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...

Page 15: ...above and 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 t...

Page 16: ...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 Stop...

Page 17: ...hine Platform 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...

Page 18: ...cure the entry Turn the platform selector switch to the ON position Press the Horn Button if equipped to verify proper operation Tilt Indicator Light Light ON and alarm sounding indicates an unsafe co...

Page 19: ...ar or the control lever will stop elevation Pressing the EMERGENCY STOP switch will stop elevation Lower Platform Place the MODE SELECT switch in the LIFT position Move the control lever away from you...

Page 20: ...p 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 you Test Operation...

Page 21: ...sonnel to stand below the machine when the Sheet Materials is in use DO NOT use with optional 55 wide platform DO NOT lift or attach material to the outside of the optional 55 wide platform Fasten the...

Page 22: ...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 pipe or other long materia...

Page 23: ...feet 3 65 m Material must be centered on the Pipe Rack Materialmustbeentirelycontainedbythearmsoftherackandmaynotextendabovetheshorterarm Use extreme caution and watch for obstructions when driving an...

Page 24: ...be capable of supporting the maximum ground pressure per wheel outrigger see Specifications The Outrigger Control Switch is located on the front face of the Upper Control Box Check that all ground pe...

Page 25: ...s while the platform is elevated use the emergency lowering procedure to safely lower the platform Do not climb down the scissor assembly or exit the platform The Emergency Lowering System is used to...

Page 26: ...d down the Extension Deck front rail Fold down the Personnel Entry rail Fold down the Main Deck side rails 2 3 4 5 To return the machine to normal operation mode Lift all rails into their upright posi...

Page 27: ...from the outlet before attempting to operate the unit Lead acid batteries generate explosive gases Keep sparks and flame away from batteries No Smoking The charger surface can get hot while operating...

Page 28: ...rger is no longer charging Charging time is dependent on depth of battery discharge battery condition and temperature If the charger is left plugged in after charging is complete 100 LED on the charge...

Page 29: ...eath 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 inspection on the machine with...

Page 30: ...to perform 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 us...

Page 31: ...or every 600 hours whichever occurs first Do not substitute other fluids as pump damage may result Fill to the middle of the sight gauge with platform in the stowed position and stabilizers retracted...

Page 32: ...es and may cause serious 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...

Page 33: ...damage _______ Check all hoses and the cables for worn or chafed areas _______ Check the platform rails and personnel entry for damage or modification Check for missing spring pin retainers _______ Ch...

Page 34: ...______ Check the pin joints and retaining rings for security ______ Inspect the entire machine for signs of damage broken welds loose bolts improper or makeshift repairs ______ Check that the platform...

Page 35: ...g Elevating Assembly Beam Structures Welds Retaining Rings Upper Cylinder Pins Secure Lower Cylinder Pins Secure Lower Beam Mounts tight Rollers Turn Freely Maintenance Locks Secure Operational Base C...

Page 36: ...ctional decals must be present legible and secure ART_3833 optional rack clamp 14 12 13 18 19 20 21 20 17 16 36 19 19 23 22 8 9 inside case 10 40 7 18 11 3 5 6 2 4 1 28 inside 29 27 26 26 24 1 1 38 38...

Page 37: ...deck option 2 Places 12 35 91956 92683 3259 std 2 Places 12 36 92416 DANGER STAND CLEAR OUTRIGGER CONTACT WILL CAUSE SERIOUS CRUSHING INJURY 9465 37 9465 Option 4 Places 32 92700 WARNING 90725 REPLACE...

Page 38: ...rce that the occupant can exert laterally on an object outside the platform MAX DRIVE HEIGHT The maximum safe platform height at which the machine can be driven MAX PLATFORM HEIGHT The maximum attaina...

Page 39: ...trained qualified mechanic Machine functions will not operate Master disconnect turned on Batteries properly connected Batteries fully charged Circuit Breaker tripped Function toggle switch or the En...

Page 40: ...eetheserial number plate 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...

Page 41: ...ctions Carefully 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...

Page 42: ...achine Attach rigging to the designated lift points only For machines NOT equipped with outriggers use spreader bars set to 96 length as shown below Attach rigging to the lift tie down points on the c...

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...

Page 44: ...MEC Aerial Platform Sales Corp 1401 South Madera Ave Kerman CA 93630 USA Ph 1 877 632 5438 559 842 1500 Fax 559 842 1522 www mecawp com 92555 Crossover Series...

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