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SJ12, SJ16

213721AAA

Section 1 – About this Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP)

Serial number nameplate

1.3 Serial number nameplate

The

serial number nameplate

is located at the

rear of the MEWP. It contains this information:

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Model number

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Type

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Group

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Serial number

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Indoor or outdoor use

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Capacity and maximum number of persons

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Voltage

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Maximum drive height

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Maximum platform height

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Maximum wind speed

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Maximum manual force

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Model year

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MEWP weight

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System pressure

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Maximum incline.

Summary of Contents for SJ12

Page 1: ...OPERATION MANUAL VERTICAL MAST 213721AAA September 2019 ANSI CSA SJ12 SJ16...

Page 2: ...WPs with serial numbers SJ12 SJ16 A600 000 001 above Please refer to the website www skyjack com for contact information other Serial Numbers most recent Technical Manuals and USB software Original in...

Page 3: ...ates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor...

Page 4: ...4 SJ12 SJ16 213721AAA Notes...

Page 5: ...4 2 Maintenance and inspection schedule 13 1 4 3 Owner 13 Section 2 General Safety Precautions 15 2 1 Electrocution hazards 15 2 1 1 Minimum distance from electrical conductors 15 2 2 Safety instructi...

Page 6: ...8 Lift mechanism 37 4 2 9 Optional equipment and attachments 37 4 3 Function tests 38 4 3 1 Do a test of the main power disconnect switch 38 4 3 2 Do a test of the emergency stop button on the base 3...

Page 7: ...gency lowering function 51 6 2 Release the brakes manually 51 6 3 Winch and tow the MEWP 52 6 4 Move the MEWP for transport 52 6 4 1 Hoist the MEWP 53 6 4 2 Drive and tie down the MEWP 53 6 5 Open the...

Page 8: ...8 SJ12 SJ16 213721AAA Notes...

Page 9: ...P limitations and the responsibilities of the operator for the operation applicable maintenance and safety instructions 2 The safety panel label on the platform the labels on the MEWP and the attachme...

Page 10: ...nual applies to the ANSI CSA versions of the SJ Vertical Mast series For a list of applicable models refer to Section 7 1 Equipment identified with ANSI meets the ANSI SAIA A92 20 2018 standard Equipm...

Page 11: ...ed by hydraulic motors and steered by a hydraulic cylinder The rear wheels are non driven and have spring applied hydraulically released brakes 2 Lift mechanism The lift mechanism is made of steel The...

Page 12: ...erial number nameplate 1 is located at the rear of the MEWP It contains this information Model number Type Group Serial number Indoor or outdoor use Capacity and maximum number of persons Voltage Maxi...

Page 13: ...ponents for the MEWP NOTE Refer to the Skyjack web site www skyjack com for machine registration and the latest service bulletins before you do frequent periodic or annual inspections 1 4 3 Owner The...

Page 14: ...14 SJ12 SJ16 213721AAA Notes...

Page 15: ...uctors Follow Section 2 1 1 for the minimum distance to keep between all parts of the MEWP occupants or tools and the electrical conductors Consider MEWP movement and electrical line sway in minimum d...

Page 16: ...ving the MEWP unattended to prevent unauthorized use DO NOT wear jewelry or loose clothing that could become caught or entangled DO NOT allow the entanglement of ropes cables or hoses with the MEWP ad...

Page 17: ...ing slopes must only be done when fully lowered DO NOT operate a MEWP that has ladders scaffolding or other devices on it to increase the platform size or work height DO NOT exceed the maximum side fo...

Page 18: ...ad unevenly DO NOT use the MEWP if it does not function correctly or if any parts are damaged or worn DO NOT leave the MEWP unattended with the key in the key switch DO NOT access the hydraulic electr...

Page 19: ...contact with the MEWP or the ground at all times Face the MEWP when entering or exiting the platform 2 4 Worksite inspection Make sure the operating environment ambient temperature Electromagnetic Com...

Page 20: ...20 SJ12 SJ16 213721AAA Notes...

Page 21: ...ry WARNING It is the responsibility of the operator to fully understand and follow all instructions and warnings contained in this operation manual and on the MEWP If you do not obey there is a risk o...

Page 22: ...ON Manual storage box Hourmeter Platform control console Diagnostic switch circuit breaker inside the hydraulic electrical compartment Brake hand pump Brake auto reset valve plunger Main power disconn...

Page 23: ...in power disconnect This switch disconnects power to all control circuits when it is in the off position The switch must be in the on position to operate the MEWP The switch must be in the off positio...

Page 24: ...t When the light is on continuously the platform controls are available 5 Horn This push button makes a sound like a car horn 6 Lift off drive This switch has three positions or modes The off position...

Page 25: ...inch or tow the MEWP Refer to Section 6 2 for the procedure Refer to Figure 02 for the location of the brake release system 1 2 1 Brake hand pump 2 Brake auto reset valve plunger 3 4 5 Emergency lower...

Page 26: ...s a risk of death or serious injury 3 5 General components 3 5 1 Circuit breaker and diagnostic switch Refer to Figure 02 for the location of the circuit breaker diagnostic switch 1 2 3 1 Diagnostic s...

Page 27: ...n 6 6 for battery charging instructions 3 5 5 Motion alarm The alarm makes a sound when a control function operates On some MEWPs an amber flashing light goes with this alarm 3 5 6 Platform maintenanc...

Page 28: ...he total load The weight of the attached parts panels occupants and tools put together must not be more than the rated platform capacity 3 6 1 Secondary Guarding Lift Enable SGLE push button TM 1 1 SG...

Page 29: ...find 2 1 NOT USED 1 Orange indicator This light shows that the access control unit is ON The keypad always has power regardless of the emergency stop off platform base key switch or main power disconn...

Page 30: ...base key switch IMPORTANT To start the access control unit enter the PIN code or tap the Smart ID card These power connections must be in the ON position in the set time The main power disconnect swit...

Page 31: ...serious injury 2 Function tests refer to Section 4 3 Refer to Section 4 4 for a checklist of the inspection items WARNING If the MEWP is damaged or has been modified from the initial factory delivere...

Page 32: ...not obey there is a risk of death or serious injury CAUTION Make sure that the MEWP is on a firm level surface before you do the visual and daily maintenance inspections If you do not obey there is a...

Page 33: ...are approved by Skyjack The use of other tires can make the MEWP less stable If you do not obey there is a risk of death or serious injury 2 Wheel nuts Make sure the castle nut is in position and is t...

Page 34: ...form foot pedal is in good working order and that it has no loose or missing parts and there is no visible damage 2 Fall protection anchorages Make sure that the fall protection anchorages are correct...

Page 35: ...amage 2 Make sure all the battery connections are tight 3 If applicable do a check on the battery fluid levels If the plates do not have a minimum 13 mm 1 2 inch of solution above them add distilled o...

Page 36: ...e steer linkages and bushings are correctly attached Make sure there is no visible damage 7 Wheel motor assembly Make sure there are no loose or missing fasteners Make sure there is no visible damage...

Page 37: ...proceeding to the next step 2 Raise the platform 12 Wear pads Make sure the bolts are tight Make sure there are no loose or missing parts Make sure there is no visible damage 13 Chains Make sure the...

Page 38: ...aise switch 4 in the raise position Result The platform does not rise 4 3 2 Do a test of the emergency stop button on the base 1 Turn the main power disconnect switch 1 to the on position 2 Push the e...

Page 39: ...rds around the MEWP when you raise the platform Do not lower the platform unless the area below is clear of personnel and obstructions If you do not obey there is a risk of death or serious injury 1 R...

Page 40: ...op of the controller handle 2 to steer left and right Result The steer wheels turn left and right 4 3 9 Do a test of the drive function 1 Make sure the path of intended motion is clear 2 Move the lift...

Page 41: ...d sudden stop Do not operate the MEWP if it does not stop immediately or it pulls to one side while it stops A service technician must do a check on the brake adjustments 4 3 12 Do a test of the platf...

Page 42: ...stop button 4 7 Raise the platform until it is at a height of approximately 60 cm 2 ft 8 Drive the MEWP forward or rearward Result The drive function does not operate 9 Fully lower the platform 10 Do...

Page 43: ...not lower the platform unless the area below is clear of personnel and obstructions If you do not obey there is a risk of death or serious injury 1 Pull the emergency stop button 4 2 Make sure the pat...

Page 44: ...does not rise or lower 3 Push and hold the SGLE button only Do not squeeze the function enable switch Push and pull the controller handle to raise or lower the platform Result The platform does not r...

Page 45: ...anchorages AC power socket Platform control console Manual storage box Hydraulic electrical compartment Do an inspection for leaks and loose damaged or missing components Batteries Manifold Hydraulic...

Page 46: ...rgency lowering function Do a test of the emergency stop button on the platform Do a test of the function enable switch Do a test of the steer function Do a test of the drive function Do a test of the...

Page 47: ...onnect switch to the on position 2 Pull the emergency stop button on the base control console 3 Turn and hold the off platform base key switch to the base position 5 2 Raise or lower the platform with...

Page 48: ...serious injury 5 5 Drive forward or rearward WARNING Make sure there are no personnel or obstructions in the path of travel Acquaint yourself with the blind spots of the MEWP If you do not obey there...

Page 49: ...8 Raise and lower with the SGLE platform control console optional equipment 1 Energize the platform control console refer to Section 5 3 2 Move the lift off drive switch to the lift position WARNING L...

Page 50: ...cted location to park the MEWP This location must have a firm level surface clear of obstructions and traffic 2 Fully lower the platform 3 Push the emergency stop button WARNING Fall Hazard Use the th...

Page 51: ...ound the MEWP when you raise the platform Do not lower the platform unless the area below is clear of personnel and obstructions If you do not obey there is a risk of death or serious injury 5 Pull ou...

Page 52: ...lly before you push winch or tow the MEWP If you do not obey there is a risk of death or serious injury 1 Release the brakes manually Refer to Section 6 2 2 Remove the wheel chocks or blocks 3 Push wi...

Page 53: ...mately in the middle of the MEWP front to back and side to side Refer to Figure 06 Vertically the center of gravity is approximately a small distance above the chassis 6 4 2 Drive and tie down the MEW...

Page 54: ...ertically the center of gravity is approximately a small distance above the base NOTE A forklift truck can lift the MEWP from the sides Lift with the forks in the forklift lift locations as shown in F...

Page 55: ...platform If you do not obey there is a risk of death or serious injury 3 Turn the main power disconnect off 4 Press the foot pedal 1 on the platform 5 Push the platform until the maintenance lock enga...

Page 56: ...ature environments Let the charger cool before you touch it If you do not obey there is a risk of death or serious injury 1 Supply sufficient airflow for the batteries and the charger NOTE Do not let...

Page 57: ...NG Explosion hazard Do not disconnect the DC output wires near the batteries when the charger is ON This can cause an arc which can then cause the batteries to explode You must disconnect the AC power...

Page 58: ...58 SJ12 SJ16 213721AAA Notes...

Page 59: ...tires Pothole protection system 110V AC outlet at platform with GFI Tilt alarm with drive and lift cut out All motion audible alarm Fall protection Anchorage s Operator horn Lift lugs and tie downs Re...

Page 60: ...not use the MEWP if there is no inspection recorded in the last 13 months If you do not obey there is a risk of death or serious injury IMPORTANT The Owner s annual inspection record is located on th...

Page 61: ...5 72 cm 18 in 45 72 cm 18 in Standard Operating Times Lift Time Rated Load 13 s 16 s 16 s 25 s Lower Time Rated Load 13 s 17 s 17 s 19 s Chassis Normal Drive Speed 3 1 km h 4 0 km h 2 0 mph 2 5 mph 3...

Page 62: ...ind Rating Total Platform Capacity Extension Platform Capacity Manual Side Force Tilt Cutout Setting side to side x front to back SJ12 Indoor 12 5 m s 28 mph 227 kg 500 lb 2 person s 227 kg 500 lb 2 p...

Page 63: ...s on the area in direct contact with the floor tire outrigger OFL Overall Floor Load Pressure is a measure of the average load the MEWP imparts on the whole surface directly underneath the chassis Thi...

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Page 65: ...65 SJ12 SJ16 213721AAA Section 8 Labels Red DANGER Orange WARNING Yellow CAUTION Green Emergency lowering procedure Blue Safety information...

Page 66: ...nergize the base controls or the platform position to energize the platform controls Push the emergency stop button to disconnect power to the control circuit Pull the emergency stop button to connect...

Page 67: ...Use wheel chocks or blocks at the front and rear of the wheels to prevent MEWP movement 2 Turn the main power disconnect switch to the off position 3 Find the brake valve and pump 4 Push the plunger o...

Page 68: ...lity TM 221111 8 Main power disconnect switch Turn the switch clockwise to turn the power on Turn the switch counterclockwise to turn the power off Use a padlock to lock the switch in position TM 9 Sk...

Page 69: ...umber can be different from the one you see 2 Wheel load Shows the maximum load applied to the ground by the specified wheel Each model has different wheel loads 3 Forklift lift location Insert the fo...

Page 70: ...he wind speed which includes wind gusts is less than the specified speed for this model The rating changes between different units Note One label is at the entrance and another is on the mast assembly...

Page 71: ...e platform above the fall protection anchorages TM X1 6 Platform traversing procedure Refer to the operation manual Follow this procedure to traverse the platform 157012ABZZ TM 7 Lift and tie down poi...

Page 72: ...Label Pictorial 10 No insulation This MEWP is not electrically insulated and does not provide protection from contact with or proximity to energized electrical conductors Follow Section 2 1 1 for the...

Page 73: ...Annual inspection Make sure the MEWP has received an annual inspection before operation 3 Manual storage box Shows the location of the operation manual 4 Skyjack logo 5 Warning annual inspection Refe...

Page 74: ...maximum load applied to the ground by the specified wheel Each model has different wheel loads 8 Forklift lift location Insert the fork fully into the forklift lift location to lift the MEWP TM 9 Mode...

Page 75: ...ering rocker switch to steer Move the controller handle to control the lift and drive movements Select the lift off or drive mode Push the horn button to make a sound like a car horn Push the emergenc...

Page 76: ...1AAA Section 8 Labels SJ12 and SJ16 models Description Label Pictorial 1 Warning do not open Do not access the hydraulic electrical compartment while the platform is elevated 157011ABZZ TM 1 8 1 6 Bas...

Page 77: ...1AAA SJ12 and SJ16 models Section 8 Labels 8 1 7 Platform inside view 1 Description Label Pictorial 1 Warning do not alter Do not tamper with or disable the limit switches or other safety devices 1 5...

Page 78: ...abel Pictorial 1 Warning do not alter Do not tamper with or disable the limit switches or other safety devices 1 5 6 6 1 3 A C Z Z TM 2 Warning crush hazard TM 3 Power circuit breaker Push to reset th...

Page 79: ...enables the hydraulic functions for maintenance servicing 156612ACZZ TM 5 Ground circuit breaker Push to reset the ground circuit breaker 117389ACZZ TM TM 6 Hydraulic oil level Shows the minimum and...

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Page 81: ...ing unique features Having equipment with features and functionality that allow you and your customers to do more is a vital part of the utilization equation Skyjack offers a range of accessory produc...

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Page 83: ...Cancer and Reproductive Harm https www p65warnings ca gov WARNING...

Page 84: ...www skyjack com...

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