Skyjack SJ643 TH, Operating Manual

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SJ643 TH & SJ843 TH 216201ADA
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Section 1 – About Your Telehandler
1.1 Read and Heed
Skyjack is continuously improving and expanding
product features on its equipment, therefore,
specifications and dimensions are subject to change
without notice.
1.1-1 Telehandler Definition
A material handler designed primarily as a fork truck
with a pivoting telescopic boom which enables it to
pick and place loads at distances as well as various
lift heights.
1.1-2 Purpose of Equipment
The Skyjack telehandlers are designed to lift, handle
and transport agricultural or industrial products by
means of specific attachments.
1.1-3 Use of Equipment
The telehandler is a highly maneuverable variable
reach rough terrain forklift. Lifting, handling and
driving must be on a flat, level, compacted surface.
It can be driven over uneven terrain only when the
boom is fully lowered.
1.1-4 Manual
The operating manual is considered a fundamental
part of the telehandler. It is a very important way to
communicate necessary safety information to users
and operators. A complete and legible copy of this
manual must be kept in the provided weather-resistant
storage compartment on the telehandler at all times.
1.1-5 Operator
The operator must read and completely understand
both this operating manual and the hazard
identification label located on the telehandler and all
other warnings in this manual and on the telehandler.
Compare the labels on the telehandler with the labels
found within this manual. If any labels are damaged or
missing, replace them immediately.
Only trained and authorized personnel shall be
permitted to operate the telehandler.
The operator must be familiar with employer’s work
rules and related government regulations and be able
to demonstrate the ability to understand and operate
this make and model of telehandler in the presence of
a qualified person.
1.1-6 Service Policy and Warranty
Skyjack warrants each new product to be free of
defective parts and workmanship for the first 2 years
or 3000 hours, whichever occurs first. Any defective
part will be replaced or repaired by your local Skyjack
dealer at no charge for parts or labor. In addition,
all products have a 5 year structural warranty.
Contact the Skyjack Service Department for warranty
statement extensions or exclusions.
1.1-7 Ownership of Machine
Notify Skyjack of machine ownership. If you have sold
or transferred any machine, promptly notify Skyjack of
new owner’s contact information.
1.1-8 Optional Accessories
The Skyjack telehandler is designed to accept a
variety of optional accessories. These are listed under
Section 3.6 . Operating instructions for these options
(if equipped) are located in Section 5 – Operation
of
this manual.
For non-standard components or systems, contact
the Skyjack Service Department at:
: 800 275-9522
: 630 262-0006
Include the model and serial number for each
applicable telehandler.