Maintenance
2-13
2.9 M
AINTENANCE
WARNING
!
!
Never perform service while the platform is elevated without first blocking the elevating
assembly.
DO NOT stand in the elevating assembly area while deploying or storing the brace.
B
LOCKING
T
HE
E
LEVATING
A
SSEMBLY
Figure 8: Scissor Brace
I
NSTALLATION
1. Park the work platform on firm, level ground
and leave the engine running.
2. Ensure the Chassis Emergency Stop Button
is twisted to the ON position.
3. Press and hold the Chassis LIFT and
ENABLE buttons to elevate the platform
approximately 305 mm (12 inches).
4. Place a jackstand with a minimum rating of
1814 kg (4000 lbs.) between the lower mast
and chassis, just behind the front axle.
5. Press and hold the Chassis DESCEND and ENABLE buttons to lower the platform until
jackstand is secured tightly between lower mast and Chassis.
R
EMOVAL
1. Press and hold the Chassis LIFT and ENABLE buttons to elevate the platform until the jack-
stand can be removed.
2. Remove jackstand.
3. Press and hold the Chassis DESCEND and ENABLE buttons to completely lower the
platform.
B
ATTERY
M
AINTENANCE
WARNING
!
!
Hazard of explosive gas mixture. Keep sparks, flame, and smoking material away from batteries.
Always wear safety glasses when working near batteries.
Battery fluid is highly corrosive. Thoroughly rinse away any spilled fluid with clean water.
Always replace batteries with UpRight batteries or manufacturer approved replacements.
• Check the battery fluid level daily, especially if the work platform is being used in a warm, dry
climate.
• If electrolyte level is lower than 10 mm
(
3
/
8
in.) above the plates add distilled water only. DO
NOT use tap water with high mineral content, as it will shorten battery life.
• Keep the terminals and tops of the batteries clean.
• Refer to the Service Manual to extend battery life and for complete service instructions.
B
ATTERY
C
HARGING
The battery is charged while the engine is running.