Time Versalift SST-37-EIH, Operator'S Manual

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28009-09 09/16 VERSALIFT SST-37/40-EIH
OPERA
TION
This chapter provides operators and ground crew
with recommended aerial lift operating procedures,
descriptions and detailed operating information
about the controls at each control station. Operators
and ground crews are responsible for knowing and
applying this information to job site situations.
Only properly trained operators are qualified to
operate the Versalift aerial lift. Operator training
shall include complete instruction and understanding
of the manufacturer’s manuals, employer’s work
rules, and all related governmental regulations. Prior
to operation from the platform the machine must
be operating properly, must have been installed
properly, inspected, and maintained in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions. All safety signs,
guards, and covers must be in place and in proper
condition.
DANGER:
AN UNTRAINED OR CARELESS
OPERATOR SUB JECTS HIM/HERSELF AND
OTHERS TO DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
It is the responsibility of the operator and ground
crew to make certain that the identification, operation,
and instructional decals are not lost, damaged, or
illegible. If these conditions exist the decals must
be replaced before lift operation. Refer to the Decal
Placement illustration in Section 6 of this manual for
decal location and parts listing.
POSITIONING THE VERSALIFT FOR
OPERATION
This section describes proper positioning of the
Versalift aerial lift so that it will be as stable and useful
as possible. The information in this section includes
orientation of the truck at the work site, a checklist
of responsibilities before leaving the truck cab, and
requirements after leaving the truck cab.
ORIENTING THE TRUCK AT THE WORK SITE -
Be sure to park the truck on firm level ground. Do
not operate the Versalift unit on a slope greater
than 5 degrees (1 foot rise in 12 feet) on units not
equipped with outriggers. On units with outriggers,
aerial device must be leveled within 2° of horizontal
OPERATION
prior to operation. Refer to slope indicators provided
on the chassis to show whether the aerial device is
positioned within limits permitted. Slope reduces
the vehicle’s stability and places additional stress
on the lift and components. Maintaining the correct
tire pressure and engaging the outriggers (if so
equipped) contribute to vehicle stability. Refer to
the subtitle “Outriggers” in this section for further
details on engaging the outriggers. If there is any
doubt about vehicle stability under any condition, do
not operate the lift.
DANGER:
NEVER OPERATE THE LIFT ON
A SLOPE GREATER THAN 5°. WITHOUT PROPER
STABILITY THE UNIT MAY TIP RESULTING IN
DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
RESPONSIBILITIES BEFORE LEAVING THE
TRUCK CAB -
Perform the following steps in
preparing to operate the aerial-lift. It is assumed
that the truck engine is still running.
1. Set the parking brake and the brake lock (if so
equipped).
2. Shift the truck transmission into neutral
(manual transmission) or park (automatic
transmission).
3. Turn on the warning light flashers.
4. Depress the clutch and engage the PTO, if so
equipped.
5. Activate the master control with the toggle
switch on the truck dashboard. A red light next
to the toggle switch on the dashboard indicates
when the master control system is energized.
The truck ignition must be on unless equipped
with an auxiliary engine.
REQUIREMENTS AFTER LEAVING THE TRUCK
CAB:
1. Check wind and weather conditions. Do not
operate the platform if wind gust exceeds
30 mph (48 km/hr) or if there is a threat of
electrical storm.
2. After leaving the cab chock the wheels. This
is extremely important because the brake
systems on some larger trucks have a critical
weakness. They may be engaged by locking
the drive shaft behind the transmission. If the
weight is reduced from one of the rear wheels,
PRIOR TO OPERATING THE AERIAL LIFT,
REFER TO “DAILY VISUAL INSPECTION”,
SECTION 6 OF THIS MANUAL. DAILY
VISUAL INSPECTION MUST BE PERFORMED
BEFORE OPERATING THE LIFT.