Skyjack SJ6826 RT, Operating Manual

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Rough Terrain Scissors
December 2007 Page 29
Section 2 - Familiarization Function Tests
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.
FAMILIARIZA
TION
FAMILIARIZA
TION
• Test Lowering Warning
1. Raise the platform until approximately a
height of 3 to 4 meters is reached then
attempt to fully lower the platform.
Result: Platform should stop lowering at
a height of 2.5 meters high and an alarm
should sound.
2. Release controller handle, ensure area
around scissor is clear, then continue
lowering the platform.
• Test Steering
1. Ensure engine is running.
2. Press rocker switch on top of controller to
“ ” left and “ ” right.
Result: Steer wheels should turn left and
right.
• Test Driving
1. Ensure path of intended motion is clear.
2. On platform control console, select lift/
drive switch to “ ” drive position.
3. Activate and hold “ ”enable trigger
switch.
4. Slowly move controller in “ ” forward or
“ ” reverse direction until MEWP begins
to move, and then return handle to center
position.
Result: MEWP should move in forward
or reverse direction, and then come to a
stop.
• Test Elevated Drive Speed
WARNING
Be aware of overhead obstructions
or other possible hazards around the
MEWP when lifting.
1. Ensure path of intended motion is clear.
2. Raise the platform until approximately a
height of 2 meters is reached and attempt
to drive forward or reverse.
Result: MEWP should move slower than
when it is in stowed position.
Horn Pushbutton
Choke (Dual Fuel)/
Glow Plug (Diesel)
Pushbutton
Engine Start
Switch
Emergency Stop
Button
Torque Switch
Lift/Drive/Steer
Controller
Low/High Throttle
Switch
Rocker Switch
Lift/Drive/Steer Enable
Trigger Switch
Lift/Drive Switch