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Mid Size & Full Size RT’s
Engine Powered February 2008
SKYJACK, Page 21
Component Identification Section 2 - Operation
2.5-14 Platform Control Console
This removable control console is mounted at the right
front of the platform. It contains the following controls:
2
1
3
4
5
6
7
8
10
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11
12
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Figure 2-14. Platform Control Console
1. Torqu e Swi t c h - This switch, when in
high torque position, cuts out high range
and 3rd speed to provide maximum torque when
climbing grades and on rough terrain. When in
low torque position, all three speeds are
available.
2. Horn Pushbutton - This
pushbutton sounds
an automotive-type horn.
3. Engine Choke Pushbutton (Dual Fuel) - This
pushbutton switch sets the choke for starting a
cold gasoline/propane engine.
Glow Plug Pushbutton (Diesel) - This pushbutton
energizes the
glow plugs to aid in starting a
cold diesel engine.
4. Engine Start Pushbutton - This
pushbutton
energizes the engine starter motor.
NOTE
The engine start pushbutton is interlocked
with the oil pressure switch. If engine stalls
or does not start immediately, this button
will not work for a few seconds while oil
pressure bleeds off.
5. Lift Enable Pushbutton - When depressed and
held, this
pushbutton allows the lift
functions to operate.
6. Emergency Stop Button - This button
”, when
depressed, disconnects power to control circuit
and shuts engine off.
7. Off/Lift/Drive Key Switch - Selecting
off
position disconnects power from both lift and drive
circuits. Selecting
lift position energizes the
lift circuit. Selecting drive position energizes
the drive circuit.
8. Raise/Off/Lower Switch - This switch controls
raising or lowering of the platform.
9. Operation Light - The red colored light indicates
upper control availability. When the light is
continuously illuminated, upper controls are
available.
10. High/Low Torque Switch - This switch selects
high torque (low speed) or low
torque (high speed).
11. Low/High Throttle Switch - This rotary switch
allows selection between
low and
high engine throttle speeds.
12. Drive/Steer Controller - This one-hand lever
controls drive speed and steer motion. Internal
springs return it to neutral when controller is
released. The rocker switch on top of controller
handle controls steering function.
13. Drive/Steer Enable Trigger Switch - This
momentary switch energizes the controller.
It must be held depressed continuously while
engaging either drive or steer functions.

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Skyjack 8243 Specifications

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BrandSkyjack
Model8243
CategoryLifting Systems
LanguageEnglish

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