Skyjack SJ7127 RT, Operating Manual

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Rough Terrain Scissors
December 2007 Page 51
Section 3 - Operation Start Operation
3.8-4 To Raise or Lower Platform Using
Platform Control Console
WARNING
Be aware of overhead obstructions or
other possible hazards around the aerial
platform when lifting.
WARNING
Do not lower the platform unless the
area below is clear of personnel and
obstructions.
1. Activate platform control console (refer to
Section 3.8-3 ).
2. Press and hold lift “ ” enable pushbutton,
then select and hold raise/off/lower switch to
either “ ” raise or “ ” lower position. Release
switch to stop.
WARNING
To protect against unintended movement of
the aerial platform, push in the emergency
stop button after you have arrived at your
desired location or elevation.
NOTE
If the tilt alarm sounds and the platform does
not, or only partially raises, immediately
lower the platform completely and ensure
that the aerial platform is on a firm level
surface.
NOTE
Some models may be equipped with
26-foot (8-meter) lift height restriction. To
raise the platform higher than 26 ft. (8 m),
the aerial platform’s outriggers must be
properly deployed before lifting from a fully
lowered position. Refer to Section 3.8-10 .
3.8-5 To Drive Forward or Backward
WARNING
Be aware of blind spots when operating
the aerial platform.
WARNING
Ensure that there are no personnel
or obstructions in the path of travel,
including blind spots.
1. Activate platform control console (refer to
Section 3.8-3 ).
2. On platform control console, select off/lift/drive
key switch to “ ” drive position.
3. Activate and hold “ ” enable trigger switch.
4. Push or pull controller handle forward or backward
to desired speed and direction of platform
travel.
5. Return controller to neutral center position to stop.
Release “ ” enable trigger switch.
WARNING
To protect against unintended movement of
the aerial platform, push in the emergency
stop button after you have arrived at your
desired location or elevation.