Skyjack SJ12 User Manual

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Section 5 – Operation
WARNING
Do not operate this MEWP without authorization
and training. If you do not obey, there is a risk of
death or serious injury.
Do these tasks in sequence before MEWP operation:
1. Visual and daily maintenance inspections. Refer
to Section 4.2.
2. Function tests. Refer to Section 4.3.
3. Worksite inspection. Refer to Section 2.4.
4. If a risk assessment nds that a rescue plan is
necessary, make sure you have a system of
communication. The communication must be
between the personnel on the platform and
the selected support personnel. The selected
support personnel must know how to use the
base controls to lower the platform.
WARNING
Do not operate the MEWP if:
▪
It does not operate correctly
▪
It is damaged or shows worn or missing parts
▪
The safety devices are tampered with or
disabled
▪
It is locked and tagged for servicing or repair
▪
It was modied without permission from
Skyjack and the MEWP owner.
If you do not obey, there is a risk of death or
serious injury.
5.1 Energize the base control
console
1. Turn the main power disconnect switch to the
on position.
2. Pull the emergency-stop button on the base
control console.
3. Turn and hold the off/platform/base key switch
to the base position.
5.2 Raise or lower the
platform with the base
control console
1. Energize the base control console (refer to
Section 5.1).
2. Turn and hold the off/platform/base key switch
to the base position.
WARNING
Look for overhead obstructions or other possible
hazards around the MEWP when you raise the
platform. Do not lower the platform unless the area
below is clear of personnel and obstructions. If
you do not obey, there is a risk of death or serious
injury.
3. Turn and hold the lower/neutral/raise switch to
the raise or lower position and hold it to raise or
lower the platform. Release the switch to stop.
5.3 Energize the platform
control console
1. Turn the main power disconnect switch to the
on position.
2. Pull the emergency-stop button on the base
control console.
3. Turn the off/platform/base key switch to the
platform position.
WARNING
Fall Hazard. Use the three points of contact
principle when you use the MEWP to enter or exit
the platform. If you do not obey, there is a risk of
death or serious injury.
4. Enter the platform.
5. Close the gate.
6. Pull the emergency-stop button on the platform
control console.

Skyjack SJ12 Specifications

General

Gradeability	25%
Drive Motor	24V DC
Machine Width	32 in (0.81 m)
Stowed Height	6.5 ft
Overall Width	32 in (0.81 m)
Stowed Height (Rails Folded)	6.5 ft
Drive Speed (Elevated)	0.5 mph (0.8 km/h)
Power Source	Electric