Skyjack SJKB-40-D, Operating Maintenance Instructions & Part List

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SECTION 2, Page 7 SJKB-40-D, SJKB-40-D/F
JUN. 1999
11. BOOM RETRACT/EXTEND TOGGLE SWITCH -
This switch controls the retraction and extension of the
telescoping boom arm. To retract the boom arm, push
and hold this toggle switch to the “
ñ “ (retract) position.
Release switch to stop. To extend the boom arm, push
and hold this toggle switch to the “
ò “ (extend) position.
Release switch to stop.
12. PLATFORM LEVELING TOGGLE SWITCH - This
switch controls the leveling of the platform if adjustment
is necessary. If the platform is tilted away from the jib,
push and hold this toggle switch to the “
ñ
“ (up) position.
Release switch when level. If the platform is tilted toward
the jib, push and hold this toggle switch to the “
ò
“
(down) position. Release switch when level.
13. PLATFORM LEFT/RIGHT ROTATION TOGGLE
SWITCH
- This switch controls left and right rotation of
the platform. To rotate the platform to the left, push and
hold this toggle switch to the “
ï
“ (left) position. Release
switch to stop. To rotate the platform to the right, push
and hold this toggle switch to the “
ð
“ (right)
position.Release switch to stop.
14. BOOM SPEED CONTROL ROTARY SWITCH -
This rotary switch allows the operator to control the
speed of the lifting, lowering and rotation functions. To
reduce the speed of the funtions turn the knob counter-
clockwise. To increase the speed of the functions turn
the knob clockwise.
15. DRIVE/STEER CONTROLLER - This lever-type
controller allows the operator to drive in forward or
reverse and by using the rocker on top of the controller
to steer left or right
16. HORN PUSH BUTTON (Option) - If equipped with
the horn option , the horn is sounded by depressing the
red button on the Drive/Steer controller handle.
17. ENGINE WARNING LIGHT - This red indicator light
notifies the operator that the engine oil pressure is low
or the engine is overheating, the engine will shut off
automatically.
18. TILT SENSOR INDICATOR LIGHT - This red
indicator light warns the operator that the work platform
is on a slope which exceeds the limits for safe operation.
A warning buzzer will also sound.
19. FUNCTION ENABLE LIGHT - This red indicator
lighttells the operator that the foot switch has been
depressed and power is available to operate the controls
on the operator’s control console.
OPERATING PROCEDURES
Before operating any control, read and completely
understand ALL Dangers, Warnings and Cautions
on the work platform and in this operator’s manual.
Ma40-211
Prestart Checks
1. Check for obstacles around the work platform
and in the path of travel such as holes, drop
offs, debris, ditches and soft fill.
2. Check overhead clearances.
3. Make sure emergency lowering valves at the
base of the boom and jib cylinders are fully
closed.
4. Check fuel level. Make sure the valve on the
propane tank is in the open position (Dual Fuel
Option only).
Start and Operation
1. Turn the Control Circuit Disconnect Switch to
the “ON” position.
2. Pull out the Emergency Stop Button on the Base
Control Panel.
3. Select “ ” (platform) with Off/Platform/Base
Select Key Switch.
4. Enter the platform by sliding the entry bar at
the center of the platform upward. Make sure
the entry midrail returns to midrail position.
Close the gate (if so equipped).
OPERATORS CHECK LIST
INSPECT AND/OR TEST THE FOLLOWING
DAILY OR AT THE BEGINNING OF EACH SHIFT
1. OPERATING AND EMERGENCY CONTROLS.
2. SAFETY DEVICES.
3. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE DEVICES.
4. TIRES AND WHEELS.
5. OUTRIGGERS (IF EQUIPPED) AND OTHER
STRUCTURES.
6. AIR, HYDRAULIC AND FUEL SYSTEM FOR
LEAKS.
7. LOOSE OR MISSING PARTS OR HARDWARE.
8. CABLES OR WIRING HARNESS.
9. PLACARDS, WARNINGS, CONTROL
MARKINGS AND OPERATING MANUAL(S).
10. GUARDRAIL SYSTEM.
11. ENGINE OIL SYSTEM (IF SO EQUIPPED).
12. BATTERY FLUID LEVEL.
13. HYDRAULIC AND BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR
LEVEL.
14. COOLANT LEVEL (IF SO EQUIPPED).