Skyjack SJ 68RT Series, Operating Manual

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Rough Terrain Scissors
December 2007 Page 15
Section 2 - Familiarization Control Functions
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.
F
AMILIARIZA
TION
2.2-10 Platform Control Console
This removable control console is mounted at the right
front of the platform. It contains the following controls:
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Figure 2-6. Platform Control Console
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Figure 2-7. Dual Capacity Control Console (Model
6832)
1. Torque Switch - This selector switch, when in
“ ” low speed position, it allows drive functions
to operate at low speed and maximum torque
when climbing grades and on rough terrain.
When in “ ” high speed position, it allows drive
functions to operate at high speed with minimum
torque.
2. Lift/Drive Switch - Selecting “ ” lift position
energizes the lift circuit. Selecting “ ” drive
position energizes the drive circuit.
3. Engine Start Switch - This “ ” switch energizes
the engine starter motor.
NOTE
The engine start switch is interlocked with the
oil pressure switch. If engine stalls or does not
start immediately, this button will not work for
a few seconds while oil pressure bleeds off.
4. Horn Pushbutton - This “ ” pushbutton sounds
an automotive-type horn.
5. Emergency Stop Button - This button “ ”, when
depressed, disconnects power to the control
circuit.
6. Power Indicator Light - This light glows
when “ ” platform is selected from the
platform/engine/base key switch on the base
control console. It also glows when both
emergency stop buttons on the platform control
console and the base control console are pulled
out. When the light is flashing, it signals an
overload function. Refer to
Section 2.2-4 .
7. Glow Plug Switch (Diesel) - This switch energizes
the “ ” glow plugs to aid in starting a cold diesel
engine.
8. Low/High Throttle Switch - This switch allows
selection between “ ” low and “ ” high engine
throttle speeds.
9. Lift/Drive/Steer Controller - This one-hand lever
controls lift/drive and steer motions. Internal
springs return it to neutral when controller is
released. The rocker switch on top of controller
handle controls steering function.
10. Lift/Drive/Steer Enable Trigger Switch - This
momentary “ ” switch energizes the controller.
It must be held depressed continuously while
engaging either the lift/drive or steer functions.
11. Platform Capacity Selector Switch (Model
6832) - This two position switch allows the operator
to select either a “ ” two person or “ ” four
person platform capacity. With two person position
selected, range of platform height is unrestricted.
With four person position selected, range of
platform height is restricted.
12. Two Person Capacity Indicator Light (Model
6832) - Indicates “ ” two person platform
capacity has been selected. Full platform height
is available.