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VERSALIFT   SST-37/40-EIH

INTRODUCTION

DANGER:

     

READ AND UNDERSTAND 

THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO 
OPERATE THIS AERIAL DEVICE.

The  manual  identifies  all  the  controls  and  their 
locations and describes how the controls function.

Routine preventive maintenance is very important in 
maintaining reliable aerial lift service.  A preventive 
maintenance  schedule  is  provided  and  must  be 
understood and followed by all operators.

DANGER:

  THIS IS NOT MAINTENANCE 

FREE EQUIPMENT.

NOTICE:

     

THIS MANUAL IS A PERMANENT 

PART OF THE VERSALIFT AERIAL DEVICE AND 
MUST REMAIN WITH THE UNIT ALWAYS.

Time Manufacturing Company 

reserves the right 

to improve the design or specifi cations at any time 
without any obligation to incorporate new features 
into products previously sold.

MANUAL STRUCTURE

This manual is divided into six, numbered chapters.  
The fi rst number in the page number at the bottom 
of each page identifi es the chapter number.  Chapter 
tabs, with titles printed on them, allow easy location 
of the desired subject.

ADDITIONAL MANUAL FEATURES

Dangercaution,

 and 

warning

 notes are indented, 

bold  faced,  and  separated  from  the  regular  text 
to  emphasize  their  importance  and  the  need  for 
attention.

English measurements are followed by equivalent 
metric measurements in parenthesis.

Non-critical units of measure are usually rounded-off  
to the nearest whole unit.

Notes referring the reader to related information in 
the  manual  indicate  the  chapter  or  a  section  of  a 
chapter, not to a single page.  The reader may need 
to scan a few pages to fi nd the needed information.

The 

Versalift

 aerial device has been designed and 

engineered to conveniently place personnel at work 
stations above the ground.  This aerial device, as 
manufactured, meets or exceeds all applicable ANSI 
A92.2.  Full controls at the platform and complete 
freedom of boom movements make the 

Versalift

 a 

truly fl exible and functional work platform.

NOTE: As the aerial device users, you must read, 
understand, and follow the instructions in this 
manual  and  other  manuals  supplied  with  this 
aerial lift unit.  

This manual is furnished  to provide practical and 
essential  information  for  effi  cient  operation  of  the 

Versalift

 aerial device.  Proper operation of this aerial 

lift is the responsibility of the operator and requires a 
thorough understanding of its capabilities.  Personnel 
responsible for the operation of the aerial lift must be 
familiar with and understand this manual.

In addition to, dealers, owners, operators, renters, 
lessors and lessees are required to comply with the 
requirements of the applicable section or sections 
found in ANSI A92.2.

NOTE:    For  additional  safety  information 
and  required  responsibilities,  refer  to  the 
accompanying  EMI  Safety  Manual  and  Manual 
of Responsibilities.  

Detailed information for the maintenance inspection 
and  service  of  the 

Versalift

  aerial  device  can  be 

found in the accompanying Service Manual.  Should 
further installation information be required, contact 
your local 

Versalift 

dealer or 

Time

 

Manufacturing 

Company.

DANGER:

     

THIS EQUIPMENT SHOULD 

BE OPERATED AND SERVICED ONLY BY 
COMPETENT PERSONNEL FAMILIAR WITH 
GOOD SAFETY PRACTICES.  THIS INSTRUCTION 
IS WRITTEN FOR SUCH PERSONNEL AND 
IS NOT INTENDED AS A SUBSTITUTE FOR 
ADEQUATE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE 
IN SAFE PROCEDURES FOR THIS TYPE OF 
EQUIPMENT.

INTRODUCTION

THIS  MANUAL  CONTAINS  CONFIDENTIAL 
INFORMATION AND IS SOLE PROPERTY OF 
TIME MANUFACTURING, AND IS NOT TO BE 
DISCLOSED,  COPIED,  OR  REPRODUCED 
WITHOUT  EXPRESSED  PERMISSION  OF 
TIME MANUFACTURING.

Summary of Contents for Versalift SST-37-EIH

Page 1: ...TIME MANUFACTURING CO DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS VERSALIFT UNTIL YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD ALL INFORMATION IN BOTH OPERATOR S AND SERVICE MANUALS PROVIDED WITH EACH VERSALIFT MANUAL PART NUMBER...

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Page 3: ...Manufacturer s satisfaction to have been originally defective Correction of such defects by repair to or supplying of replacements for defective parts shall constitute fulfillment of all obligations...

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Page 5: ...nd What is not Insulated 2 9 Additional Safety Considerations 2 10 Speci cations Section 3 General Speci cations 3 1 Option Speci cations 3 2 Dimensional Speci cations 3 5 Vehicle Speci cations 3 11 O...

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Page 7: ...rsonnel at work stations above the ground This aerial device as manufactured meets or exceeds all applicableANSI A92 2 Full controls at the platform and complete freedom of boom movements make the Ver...

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Page 9: ...at can be protected against only by the exercise of INTELLIGENCE CARE AND COMMON SENSE It is essential to have COMPETENT CAREFUL PERSONNEL TRAINED in the INTENDED USE SAFE OPERATION MAINTENANCE AND SE...

Page 10: ...of accidents is greatly dependent upon good judgement and common sense of the operator It is the responsibility of the operator to use the Versalift only when it has been installed and maintained in a...

Page 11: ...2 3 28009 09 09 16 VERSALIFT SST 37 40 EIH RESPONSIBILITIES SAFETY...

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Page 13: ...2 5 28009 09 09 16 VERSALIFT SST 37 40 EIH RESPONSIBILITIES SAFETY...

Page 14: ...ituations that might occur during the use or operation of the Versalift Some of these safety problems are very basic and as a result are often taken for granted Always engage the outriggers and mainta...

Page 15: ...rs and another conductor Never allow anyone on the ground to touch the unit when the lift is being used to work on or near electrical lines Never use the VERSALIFT as a crane Stow the booms securely b...

Page 16: ...RSALIFT SST 37 40 EIH RESPONSIBILITIES SAFETY Stand only on the platform oor Don t climb out of a raised platform onto poles etc Keep the fiberglass booms clean and dry Foreign substances on the booms...

Page 17: ...rs hot sticks etc maintain safe approach distances and follow company work practices Area 2 Upper Boom Insulation Section This section provides insulation between the boom tip area and earth ground wh...

Page 18: ...l force any trapped air out of the hydraulic system Donotoperatetheliftfromtheplatform until this process is completed Air trapped in the hydraulic oil can cause lift movements to be erratic and unpre...

Page 19: ...boom assembly The hoses routed through the outer inner boom assembly are non conductive and fully contained within the boom assembly The outer inner boom assembly articulates from 14 below horizontal...

Page 20: ...rical work at 46 KV and below in accordance with ANSI A92 2 requirements Aerial devices may be designed and con gured for gloving work and tool methods at 46KV and below The outer inner boom assembly...

Page 21: ...tuates a pressure switch An additional pass in the collector assembly is usually required TWO SPEED MANUAL THROTTLE CONTROL This system provides for aerial lift operation at e cient economical engine...

Page 22: ...testing The insert is tested per ANSI A92 2 CATEGORY D DIELECTRIC TESTING AND CERTIFICATION Testing and certification for ANSI A92 2 Category D are available These aerial devices which are designed a...

Page 23: ...ure 2250 PSI 158 kg cm2 Flow Rate 3 GPM 11 lpm Filtration 10 micron return 100 mesh suction System Type Open center Boom Action Inner Boom 116 in 2 9 m Extension Outer Boom 14 to 74 Outer Boom With Gr...

Page 24: ...3 6 28009 09 09 16 VERSALIFT SST 37 40 EIH SPECIFICATIONS SST 37 EIH Platform Travel...

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Page 26: ...System Operating Pressure 2250 PSI 158 kg cm2 Flow Rate 3 GPM 11 lpm Filtration 10 micron return 100 mesh suction System Type Open center Boom Action Inner Boom 116 in 2 9 m Extension Outer Boom 140 t...

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Page 29: ...60 kg 6 000 lbs 2720 kg Front 13 860 lbs 6287 kg 13 500 lbs 6120 kg Rear GM 4500 Chassis 450 lbs 400 lbs 17 500 lbs 7935 kg 13 100 lbs 5942 kg 204 kg 181 kg 6 000 lbs 2722 kg Front 13 500 lbs 6124 kg...

Page 30: ...000 lbs 2722 kg Front 14 780 lbs 6704 kg 13 500 lbs 6124 kg Rear GM 4500 Chassis 450 lbs 400 lbs 17 500 lbs 7935 kg 13 100 lbs 5942 kg 204 kg 181 kg 6 000 lbs 2722 kg Front 13 500 lbs 6124 kg Rear Wi...

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Page 33: ...d 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 aeria...

Page 34: ...Start Up Procedures When Operating From the Ground Position the truck as described in this section In extremely cold weather allow the aerial lift to idle a few minutes before engaging a load Further...

Page 35: ...l Operation in this section Operating Where Electrical Hazards Are Present It is imperative that the aerial device operator understand the dangers associated with operating near electrical hazards Due...

Page 36: ...m and the throttle control options When the light is lit the toggle switch is energizing these systems ENGINE START STOP Standard The engine start stop is a push button control that is usually mounted...

Page 37: ...gers select ground controls with the control selector Then operate the outriggers as described previously Select lift controls with the control selector in order to begin operating the booms Retractin...

Page 38: ...the outer boom inner boom rotation and lower boom PLATFORM LEVELING CONTROL Optional This control activates the hydraulic platform leveling to stow unstow or level the platform Hand Held Remote Lower...

Page 39: ...erator to control all lift movements Lift operations are selected by depressing the safety trigger while actuating the single stick control handle Slowly move the single stick lever in the desired dir...

Page 40: ...tools Push and release the throttle control to increase the engine speed Push and release again to return to idle EMERGENCY LOWERING Optional If the aerial lift s main power source fails the emergency...

Page 41: ...the outriggers if so equipped and fully retract the inner boom when using the boom lifting eye Boom movements should be smooth to avoid swinging the load Do not exceed the load limits stated on the d...

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Page 43: ...he booms can be lowered using the set screw on the holding valve located at the cylinders The boom will drift down as the hydraulic oil passes through the holding valve The speed of the boom s descent...

Page 44: ...ity leveled lift DANGER THE TRUCK TRANSMISSION MUST BE IN NEUTRAL OR PARK BEFORE USING THE ENGINE START STOP STARTING THE TRUCK IN GEAR WILL CAUSE MOVEMENT WHICH MAY CAUSE DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY TO T...

Page 45: ...ial lift to conserve the hydraulic oil If operation of any aerial lift function is not possible then use the holding valve set screw and the manual rotation procedure described earlier in this chapter...

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Page 47: ...s designed to provide years of reliable service with minimum maintenance A routine preventive maintenance program will assure extended aerial lift service The operator is responsible for detecting mai...

Page 48: ...be cleaned daily with a lint free cloth If the berglass sections require a more thorough cleaning refer to Service Procedure Section Care of Fiberglass Booms of the SST 37 40 EIH Service and Installat...

Page 49: ...ection in this section for complete description of checks Additional copies of this form may be obtained from Time Manufacturing Company DAY SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT DATE INSPECT BOOMS FOR TRASH DE...

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