Skyjack 3215 SJIII Compact Series, Operating Manual

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Page 16 December 2007
SJIII DC Electric
Visual & Maintenance Inspection Section 2 - Familiarization
It is the responsibility of the operator to read, completely understand and follow all instructions and warnings
contained in this operating manual and on the aerial platform.
2.3 Visual & Daily Maintenance
Inspections
Begin the visual and daily maintenance inspections
by checking each item in sequence for the conditions
listed in this section.
WARNING
To avoid injury, do not operate a MEWP
until all malfunctions have been corrected.
WARNING
To avoid possible injury, ensure MEWP
power is off during your visual and daily
maintenance inspections.
CAUTION
Ensure MEWP is on a firm, level
surface.
NOTE
While performing visual and daily
inspections in different areas, be aware to
also inspect limit switches, electrical and
hydraulic components.
2.3-1 Labels
Refer to Section 5 - Labels in this manual and determine
that all labels are in place and are legible.
2.3-2 Electrical
Maintaining the electrical components is essential to
good performance and service life of the MEWP.
Inspect the following areas for chafed, corroded and
loose wires:
• base to platform cables and wiring harness
• battery tray wiring harnesses
• hydraulic/electrical wiring harnesses
2.3-3 Limit Switches
Ensure limit switches are properly secured with no signs
of visible damage and movement is not obstructed.
2.3-4 Hydraulic
Maintaining the hydraulic components is essential to
good performance and service life of the MEWP.
Perform a visual inspection around the following
areas:
• hoses and fittings
• all hydraulic cylinders
• all hydraulic manifolds
• the underside of the base
• ground area under the MEWP
FAMILIARIZA
TION
FAMILIARIZA
TION
CONVENTIONALS
COMPACTS
Pothole Protection
Limit Switch
High Speed
Limit Switch
High Speed
Limit Switch