Upright NX15 Service & Parts Manual

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Operation and Specifications 2.3 - Operation
MX15/19
2.3 O
PERATION
Before operating the work platform, ensure that the Pre-Operation Safety Inspection has been
completed and that any deficiencies have been corrected. Never operate a damaged or mal-
functioning machine. The operator must be thoroughly trained on this machine, and must read,
fully understand, and follow this Operator Manual and the Scaffold Industry Association’s
Manual
of Responsibilities of ANSI A92.6-1999.
P
LATFORM
E
XTENSION
Figure 2-4:
Platform Extension
1. Mount the platform and properly
close the entrance.
2. Engage the foot lever located at
the rear of the platform extension.
Push the platform extension for-
ward until the pin engages the
front stop.
3. To retract the platform extension,
depress the foot lever and pull the
platform extension toward the
rear of the machine until the pin
engages the rear stop
T
RAVEL WITH
P
LATFORM
L
OWERED
1. Check that the route is clear of
obstacles (persons, obstructions,
holes, drop-offs, bumps, and
debris), is level, and is capable of supporting the wheel loads.
2. Verify that the Chassis Key Switch is turned to DECK and the Chassis Emergency Stop
Switch is ON (pulled out).
3. Mount the platform and properly close the entrance.
4. Check clearances above, below, and to the sides of the platform.
5. Pull the Platform Emergency Stop Switch out to the ON position.
6. Turn the Drive/Lift Switch to DRIVE.
7. Engage the Interlock Switch and move the Control Handle to FORWARD or REVERSE to
travel in the desired direction. The speed of the machine will vary depending on how far
from center the Control Handle is moved.
S
TEERING
1. Turn the Drive/Lift Switch to DRIVE.
2. While engaging the Interlock Switch, push the Steering Switch to RIGHT or LEFT to turn the
wheels in the desired direction. Observe the tires while maneuvering the work platform to
ensure proper direction.
NOTE: Steering is not self-centering. Wheels must be returned to the straight ahead position by
operating the Steering Switch.
E
LEVATING
P
LATFORM
1. Select a firm, level surface.
2. Turn the Drive/Lift Switch to LIFT.
3. While engaging the Interlock Switch, push the Control Handle forward.
4. If the machine is not level, the tilt alarm will sound and the machine will not lift or drive. If
the tilt alarm sounds, the platform must be lowered and the machine moved to a firm,
level surface before attempting to re-elevate the platform.
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Upright NX15 Specifications

General

Brand	Upright
Model	NX15
Category	Lifting Systems
Language	English