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OPERATING 
MANUAL

SJ85AJ

ARTICULATING BOOMS

208932AEA 

November 2018

AS

Summary of Contents for SJ85AJ

Page 1: ...OPERATING MANUAL SJ85AJ ARTICULATING BOOMS 208932AEA November 2018 AS...

Page 2: ...mb Drive Eastern Creek New South Wales 2766 Australia Tel 61 0 2 9854 0700 Fax 61 0 2 9854 0777 Skyjack Brasil Indaiatuba SP Brasil 13347 653 Tel 55 19 3936 0132 Alameda J piter 710 Loteamento America...

Page 3: ...t avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury It may also be used to alert a...

Page 4: ...208932AEA SJ85AJ 4 Notes...

Page 5: ...4 Platform 10 1 3 Serial Number Nameplate 12 1 4 Responsibility for Maintenance 12 1 4 1 Operator s Responsibility for Maintenance 12 1 4 2 Maintenance and Inspection Schedule 12 1 4 3 Owner s Inspect...

Page 6: ...Platform Downhill 34 Section 4 Pre operation 35 4 1 Operator s Responsibility 35 4 2 Visual Daily Maintenance Inspections 36 4 2 1 Labels 36 4 2 2 Electrical 36 4 2 3 Limit Switches 36 4 2 4 Hydraulic...

Page 7: ...Control Console 58 5 1 6 To Raise or Lower Main Boom Using Base Control Console 58 5 1 7 To Extend or Retract Fly Boom Using Base Control Console 59 5 1 8 To Level Platform Using Base Control Console...

Page 8: ...3 Lifting 67 Section 7 Technical Diagrams Specifications 69 7 1 Technical Diagrams 70 7 2 Standard and Optional Features 72 7 3 Owner s Annual Inspection Record 73 7 4 Specifications and Features A 74...

Page 9: ...aged or missing replace them immediately Only trained and authorized personnel shall be permitted to operate a MEWP The operator must be familiar with the employer s work rules and related government...

Page 10: ...e The other compartment contains the base control console main hydraulic manifold function valves hydraulic and fuel tanks 1 2 3 Boom Assembly The boom assembly consists of the riser telescoping fly a...

Page 11: ...SJ85AJ 208932AEA 11 Major Assemblies Section 1 About Your Mobile Elevating Work Platform MEWP Figure 02 Major Assemblies Platform Jib Base Chassis Wheels Turret Boom Assembly Riser Fly Boom Main Boom...

Page 12: ...roperly maintained or kept in good working condition The operator must be sure that the MEWP has been properly maintained and inspected before using it The operator must perform all the daily inspecti...

Page 13: ...fications from the original design are strictly forbidden without written permission from SKYJACK 2 1 Electrocution Hazard This MEWP is not electrically insulated Maintain a Minimum Safe Approach Dist...

Page 14: ...g on the platform floor at all times while working thereon ENSURE all occupants wear personal fall protection equipment DO NOT raise the MEWP or operate elevated in windy or gusty conditions that exce...

Page 15: ...ns Be aware of overhead obstructions or other possible hazards around MEWP when lifting or driving AVOID crushing hazards Be aware of crushing hazards when lifting or driving Keep all body parts insid...

Page 16: ...requiring a fall arrest WARNING Failure to wear personal fall protection equipment may result in death or serious injury All personal fall protection equipment must comply with applicable governmenta...

Page 17: ...rating the MEWP to identify potential hazards in your work area Be aware of moving equipment in the area Take appropriate actions to avoid collision It is the responsibility of the operator to perform...

Page 18: ...208932AEA SJ85AJ 18 Notes...

Page 19: ...t is the responsibility of the operator to read completely understand and follow all instructions and warnings contained in this operating manual and on the MEWP Read and completely understand the ope...

Page 20: ...tch Section 3 3 2 Platform Control Console Section 3 3 4 Base Control Console Section 3 3 3 Manual Box Section 3 2 Main Power Disconnect Switch Section 3 3 1 Drive Bypass Valve Section 3 4 9 Brake Han...

Page 21: ...itch This switch is located in the engine compartment near the battery TM Figure 05 Main Power Disconnect Switch 1 Main Power Disconnect Switch This switch when in off position disconnects power to al...

Page 22: ...tch This switch overrides automatic leveling of platform and controls tilting up or tilting down of platform 7 6 Jib Up Down Switch This switch controls up or down movement of jib 7 7 Fly Boom Extend...

Page 23: ...atform control console 7 13 Start Function Enable Emergency Power Switch This momentary switch when held in start position starts engine When held in function enable position allows base control funct...

Page 24: ...luminates when footswitch is depressed A 7 second anti tiedown feature deactivates footswitch when operator depresses it for 7 seconds without activating any function B Chassis Tilt This light illumin...

Page 25: ...ntial lock and turns differential light off 7 12 Jib Up Down Switch This switch controls up or down movement of jib 7 13 Fly Boom Extend Retract Switch This switch controls extension or retraction of...

Page 26: ...draulic generator on or off NOTE All functions are disabled while the generator switch is on 7 21 Boom Turret Controller This dual axis lever controls raising or lowering of main boom or rotating left...

Page 27: ...position chassis tilt platform load and boom positioning high low capacity The MEWP is in the lowered travel position if it is in ALL of the positions shown in Figure 09 The MEWP is in the elevated t...

Page 28: ...vated travel position Boom extend boom up riser up disabled on platform and base powered by emergency pump Elevated travel position tilted Drive disabled 1254AA 3 4 5 Platform Load Sensing System The...

Page 29: ...Capacity Zone Low Capacity Zone Border between High and Low Capacity Zones 3 7 m 11 7 m 47 Figure 11 High and Low Capacity Zones 3 1 m Figure 12 Fly Boom Extension into Low Capacity Zone 3 4 6 Overloa...

Page 30: ...pressure is applied to the sensor bar it interrupts halts all functions 7 2 Reset Button This button is located on the top left corner of the platform control console It lights up when pressure is ap...

Page 31: ...ferential locking system provides more traction by providing equal drive to each wheel regardless of terrain Differential locks are used to prevent MEWP from getting stuck when driving on loose muddy...

Page 32: ...is located beside the hydraulic tank in the control compartment 3 5 2 Work Light If Equipped The work light assembly is mounted on top of the railings of the platform Figure 17 Work Light NOTE Ensure...

Page 33: ...power unit to release the platform from the obstruction Refer to Section 3 4 6 Overload Status Do not attempt to free a snagged platform with lower controls until personnel are removed from the platfo...

Page 34: ...ion Restrictions when Tilted 3 7 1 Platform Uphill If the MEWP becomes tilted with the platform uphill refer to Figure 19 follow the steps below to return to a lowered and retracted position 1 Lower m...

Page 35: ...WP is put into service IMPORTANT The operator must understand and follow the step by step instructions to test all MEWP functions The operator should make a copy of the Operator s Checklist see Sectio...

Page 36: ...in place and are legible 4 2 2 Electrical Maintaining the electrical components is essential to good performance and service life of the MEWP Inspect the following areas for chafed corroded and loose...

Page 37: ...ate protective clothing If contact occurs immediately flush with cold water and seek medical attention 1 Check battery case for damage 2 Clean battery terminals and cable ends thoroughly with a termin...

Page 38: ...engine components Check oil level on dipstick Oil level should be in the safe zone Add oil as needed Refer to Service manual for recommended oil type Fuel Leaks Ensure that there are no fuel leaks WAR...

Page 39: ...lic Return Filter Ensure filter element is secure Ensure there are no signs of leakage or visible damage 5 High Pressure Filter Ensure housing is secure and shows no visible damage or leakage 6 Brake...

Page 40: ...sing parts and there is no visible damage Drive Axles Ensure front drive axle 2 and rear drive axle 3 are properly secured there are no loose or missing parts all fittings and hoses are properly tight...

Page 41: ...nsure none are loose Refer to Section 7 6 for wheel tire specifications WARNING Do not use tires other than those specified for this machine Do not mix different types of tires Tires other than those...

Page 42: ...3 are in good working order Ensure footswitch 4 is in good working order and has not been modified disabled or blocked 5 Platform Control Console Ensure all switches controllers are returned to neutr...

Page 43: ...re no loose or missing parts and there is no visible damage Ensure all bolts and pins are properly tightened Ensure all hoses are properly tightened and there is no evidence of hydraulic leakage 4 E C...

Page 44: ...th no signs of visible damage Ensure all hoses are properly tightened and there is no evidence of hydraulic leakage 3 Work Light If Equipped Ensure lamps are properly secured with no signs of visible...

Page 45: ...oom or drive function 4 3 1 Test Main Power Disconnect Switch 1 In engine compartment turn main power disconnect switch to off position Result MEWP functions should not operate 2 In engine compartment...

Page 46: ...able emergency power switch in function enable position and activate each boom and platform function Result Engine speed increases from idle to intermediate All boom and platform functions should oper...

Page 47: ...n welds or structure and there are no signs of deformation 5 Fully retract and lower boom 4 3 7 Test Emergency Power 1 On base control console push in emergency stop button to turn engine off 2 On pla...

Page 48: ...ount platform 5 Enter platform and close gate drop bar 6 Select start position from engine start on off switch until engine starts 7 Dismount from platform 8 On base control console attempt to activat...

Page 49: ...gency stop button and attempt to operate any MEWP function Result Engine should shut down and MEWP functions should not operate 3 Pull out emergency stop button and restart engine Result Emergency sto...

Page 50: ...Zone Indicator Lights NOTE To perform this function test ensure there is sufficient space to fully raise and extend boom NOTE Ensure boom is in stowed position to begin this function test 1 Push in e...

Page 51: ...the sensor bar for less than 1 second and then release Result The function will stop while the bar is being pressed and motion will resume when the bar is released The audible visual alarm should acti...

Page 52: ...5 Test Emergency Power CAUTION When operating on emergency power do not operate more than one function at a time to avoid overloading 12 Volt emergency pump motor NOTE To conserve battery power test e...

Page 53: ...P 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 4 3 19 Test Brakes WARNING Brakes will engage instantly when...

Page 54: ...ve speed 5 Fully retract fly boom 4 3 21 Test Horn 1 Push horn pushbutton Result Horn should sound 4 3 22 Test Differential Lock Switch WARNING Before engaging differential lock ensure drive steer con...

Page 55: ...zard could result in death or serious injury 1 Extend fly boom 30 cm 12 in while on a firm level surface Result The steer axles should be locked 2 Drive one of the steer tires up onto a 15 cm 6 in blo...

Page 56: ...Emergency Power Switch All Boom Functions Base Control Console Test Platform Self leveling Control Compartment Base Control Console Hydraulic Tank Time Operator s Signature Turret Transportation Lock...

Page 57: ...unction Tests 3 Jobsite inspection refer to 2 4 Jobsite Inspection 4 If as a result of the risk assessment the need for rescue planning is identified a system of communication shall be established bet...

Page 58: ...ensure that there are no personnel or obstructions in the path of rotation including blind spots 1 Activate function enable by selecting and holding start function enable emergency power switch to fu...

Page 59: ...On base control console turn off base platform key switch to platform position 3 On base control console pull out emergency stop button WARNING Ensure that you maintain three points of contact to mou...

Page 60: ...nd hold footswitch 2 Press rocker on top of drive steer controller in this direction to steer left or to steer right NOTE Driving and steering may be active at the same time 5 1 12 To Move Jib Up and...

Page 61: ...perate in the event of engine malfunction Refer to Section 3 6 for the emergency lowering procedure 5 1 21 To Engage Differential Lock Switch 1 Depress and hold footswitch 2 On platform control consol...

Page 62: ...208932AEA SJ85AJ 62 Notes...

Page 63: ...ing do not exceed 3 2 km h 2 mph WARNING Do not winch or tow MEWP on grade steeper than 45 WARNING Do not winch or tow MEWP onto a slope or brake the towing vehicle rapidly Do not pull MEWP down an in...

Page 64: ...ss the drive pump by loosening the valve stem item 1 marked with yellow paint 90 degrees clockwise Figure 22 Drive Bypass Valve CAUTION Do not release brakes before disengaging drive motor 4 Push in b...

Page 65: ...unleaded gasoline with an octane rating 87 or higher Diesel engine models Use ultra low sulfur fuel only WARNING Do not smoke in an area where MEWPs are stored or refueled CAUTION When operating on a...

Page 66: ...switch to off position and remove key before transporting 3 Turn main power disconnect switch to off position 4 Chock MEWP wheels if necessary 5 Remove all loose items 6 Anchor down MEWP to transport...

Page 67: ...own in Figure 29 2 Turn main power disconnect switch to off position 3 Clear platform of all personnel tools and materials WARNING When lifting the MEWP lifting devices must be attached to designated...

Page 68: ...208932AEA SJ85AJ 68 Notes...

Page 69: ...SJ85AJ 208932AEA 69 Section 7 Technical Diagrams Specifications...

Page 70: ...ed travel position drive speed 4 83 km h max Axle oscillation locked elevated travel position drive speed 0 8 km h max Figure 31 Axle Oscillation SJ85AJ 19 81 18 29 16 76 15 24 13 72 12 19 10 67 9 14...

Page 71: ...Specifications Technical Diagrams Continued DETAIL A A 7 65 m 17 m 10 4 m 11 63 m 10 0 m 2 49 m 0 4 m 0 34 m 3 05 m 0 81 m 360 6 22 m 2 44m 1 83 m 168 0 91 m 1 62 m 65 60 1 68 m 1 28 m 26 m 9 55 m 10...

Page 72: ...drop bar Spring applied hydraulically released brake Variable speed drive and function controls Operator engaged differential lock Dual capacity rating SGE 7500W hydraulic generator Receptacle outlet...

Page 73: ...ons 7 3 Owner s Annual Inspection Record Figure 33 This decal is located on the control compartment cowling It must be completed after an annual inspection has been completed Do not use the MEWP if an...

Page 74: ...conds approx 4 83 km h 0 80 km h 1248AB AS Driving Speeds Drive Speed maximum stowed Drive Speed maximum elevated Operating Times Main boom up Main boom down Fly boom extend Fly boom retract Jib up Ji...

Page 75: ...B SJ 85AJ Meets EN13309 2010 requirements MEWP not rated for hazardous locations 80dBA 112dBA 0 4 m s2 20 C to 40 C 1249AA AS Whole body Vibration on Platform MODEL Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC...

Page 76: ...P that an individual surface can withstand varies from structure to structure and is generally determined by the engineer or architect for that particular structure Gross Aerial Platform Weight Weight...

Page 77: ...e LCP Foot Print Area identified by test 7 8 2 Overall Uniform Pressure OUP Base Area Length x Width WARNING Do not use tires other than those specified for this machine Do not mix different types of...

Page 78: ...208932AEA SJ85AJ 78 Notes...

Page 79: ...79 Section 8 Labels Figure 34 Label legend Safety Red indicates DANGER Safety Orange indicates WARNING Safety Yellow indicates CAUTION Safety Green indicates Emergency Lowering Safety Blue indicates S...

Page 80: ...ial 1 Crushing Hazard Danger Crushing hazard 2 Warning Do Not Alter Do not alter or disable limit switches or other safety devices 3 Model Number Product Identifier Model number will vary may not be a...

Page 81: ...azard Danger Body crushing hazard 6 Tie Down Points Only use these points for tying down TM 7 Lift and Tie Down Points Only use these points for lifting or tying down TM 8 Wheel Load Indicates rated w...

Page 82: ...teed maximum sound power level 10 Foam filled Tire Indicates foam filled tire 11 Wheel Specifications Refer to manual for wheel type offset pressure and torque 12 Caution Tape Stripe Caution stripe 13...

Page 83: ...lever 2 Warning Maintenance Support Do not enter the space beneath the work platform or extending structure during maintenance unless a means of structure support is in place Refer to Service manual...

Page 84: ...k side locate brake valve and pump 6 Push in black knob 7 Pump by slowly pushing red knob in and out until 300 psi 21 bar shows on the gauge if equipped Brake is now released Refer to Section 6 1 Winc...

Page 85: ...on Label Pictorial 1 4x4 If Equipped Product identifier 4 wheel drive 2 Serial Plate Product identification and specifications Serial plate will vary may not be as shown This MEWP complies with requir...

Page 86: ...J Description Label Pictorial 1 Skyjack Logo Skyjack 2 Diesel Use ultra low sulfur fuel only 3 No Smoking Do not smoke near this location 4 Model Number Product Identifier Model number will vary may n...

Page 87: ...ial 5 Body Crushing Hazard Danger Body crushing hazard 6 Crushing Hazard Danger Crushing hazard 7 Lift and Tie Down Points Only use these points for lifting or tying down TM 8 Tie Down Points Only use...

Page 88: ...nd power level 10 Foam filled Tire Indicates foam filled tire 11 Wheel Load Indicates rated wheel load Wheel load will vary over different MEWPs 12 Wheel Specifications Refer to manual for wheel type...

Page 89: ...to base position 4 Select emergency power position from start function enable emergency power switch and activate desired boom function to lower platform 1 2 4 STOP 3 TM 16 Tie Down Points Only use t...

Page 90: ...es the weight of both personnel and material and maximum number of people in each configuration Do not exceed total weight or maximum number of people Load platform uniformly Maximum platform capacity...

Page 91: ...iser or to lower riser Select to rotate turret to the left or to rotate to the right Select to raise main boom or to lower main boom Select to extend fly boom or to retract fly boom Select to turn eng...

Page 92: ...ee Service manual 4 Hydraulic Oil Level Indicates minimum maximum oil level HIGH MAX LOW MIN TM 5 Warning Maintenance Support Do not enter the space beneath the work platform or extending structure du...

Page 93: ...side locate brake valve and pump 6 Push in black knob 7 Pump by slowly pushing red knob in and out until 300 psi 21 bar shows on the gauge if equipped Brake is now released Refer to Section 6 1 Winch...

Page 94: ...4 Section 8 Labels SJ85AJ Description Label Pictorial 7 Diesel Use ultra low sulfur fuel only 8 No Smoking Do not smoke near this location 9 Connect AC Supply Connect AC supply here Control Compartmen...

Page 95: ...ncludes the weight of both personnel and material and maximum number of people in each configuration Do not exceed total weight or maximum number of people Load platform uniformly Maximum platform cap...

Page 96: ...s location of operating manual 5 Hazard Identification Refer to Section 2 Operator Safety Read and understand outlined risks associated with this work platform prior to operation 6 Model Number Produc...

Page 97: ...ness with a short lanyard in boom type platforms 8 4x4 If Equipped Product identifier 4 wheel drive 9 Skyjack Logo Skyjack 10 EWPA Clearance Requirements Clearance requirements for operating non insul...

Page 98: ...turn hydraulic generator on or to turn it off 2 Emergency Stop Horn Select to sound horn Read operating manual Push emergency stop to stop engine and disable controls TM 3 Engine Controls Emergency Po...

Page 99: ...ight Push and hold controller in this direction to drive forward or to drive backward 5 Emergency Lowering Procedure Refer to Operating manual 1 Select on position from engine start on off switch depr...

Page 100: ...ct to extend fly boom or to retract fly boom Select to move jib up or to move jib down Select to raise riser or to lower riser 1 2 7 Boom Turret Controller Push and hold controller in this direction t...

Page 101: ...ushing Hazard Danger Crushing hazard 2 Connect AC Supply Connect AC supply here 3 Warning Do Not Alter Do not alter or disable limit switches or other safety devices 4 Footswitch Enable On Off Depress...

Page 102: ...208932AEA SJ85AJ 102 Notes...

Page 103: ...and numbered wiring system make our machines the easiest to trouble shoot and repair Black 14 is for the lift function on a 3219 and it is lift on a 63AJ Using an analog based control system allows Sk...

Page 104: ...208932AEA SJ85AJ 104 Notes...

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