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It is the responsibility of the operator to read, completely understand and follow all
instructions and warnings contained in this operating manual and on the MEWP.
FAMILIARIZATION
2.3-10 Base
• Turret Transportation Lock
- Ensure turret transportation lock is
unlocked, there are no loose or missing
parts and there is no visible damage.
• Drive Axle
- Ensure drive axle is properly secured,
there are no loose or missing parts, all
ttings and hoses are properly tightened
and there is no evidence of hydraulic
leakage.
• Oscillating Cylinder Assembly
- Ensure oscillating cylinder assembly is
properly secured, there are no loose
or missing parts, all ttings and hoses
are properly tightened and there is no
evidence of hydraulic leakage.
NOTE
Oscillating axle is locked when MEWP is
in work mode. Refer to Diagram 3.4. Axle
Oscillation Diagram.
• Steer Cylinder Assembly
- Ensure steer cylinder assembly is
properly secured, there are no loose
or missing parts, all ttings and hoses
are properly tightened and there is no
evidence of hydraulic leakage.
• Tie Rod
- Ensure there are no loose or missing
parts, tie rod end studs are locked and
there is no visible damage.
• Wheel/Tire Assembly
The MEWP is equipped with foam-lled tires.
Tire and/or wheel failure could result in an
MEWP tip over. Component damage may
also result if problems are not discovered and
repaired in a timely fashion.
- Check all tire treads and sidewalls for cuts,
cracks, punctures and unusual wear.
- Check each wheel for damage and cracked
welds.
- Check each lug nut for proper torque to
ensure none are loose.
Refer to Table 4.4 for tire/wheel specications.
WARNING
Intermixing tires of different types or
using tires of types other than those
originally supplied with this equipment
can adversely affect stability. Therefore,
replace tires only with the exact Skyjack-
approved type. Failure to operate with
matched approved tires in good condition
may result in death or serious injury.
Section 2 - Familiarization Visual & Maintenance Inspection