System Function Inspection
Operation Manual Page 7
S
YSTEM
F
UNCTION
I
NSPECTION
Refer to Figure 2 (Page 5) for the locations of various controls and indicators.
WARNING
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STAND CLEAR of the work platform while performing the following checks.
Before operating the work platform, survey the work area for surface hazards such as holes, drop-offs,
bumps and debris.
Check in ALL directions, including above the work platform, for obstructions and electrical conductors.
Protect the control console cable from possible damage while performing checks.
1. Move the machine, if necessary, to an unobstructed area to allow for full elevation.
2. Twist Chassis Emergency Stop Switch to the ON position.
3. Twist Platform Emergency Stop Switch to the ON position.
4. Turn the Key Switch to the ON position.
5. Visually inspect the elevating assembly, lift cylinder, cables, and hoses for cracked welds and structural
damage, loose hardware, hydraulic leaks, loose wire connections, and erratic operation. Check for miss-
ing or loose parts.
6. Push the Chassis ELEVATE and ENABLE buttons and fully elevate the platform.
7. Partially lower the platform by pushing Chassis DESCEND and ENABLE buttons, and check for proper
operation of the audible lowering alarm.
8. Open the Emergency Lowering Valve (see Figure 4) by pulling the knob out to check for proper opera-
tion. When the platform is lowered, release the knob.
9. Push the Chassis Emergency Stop Switch to check for proper operation. All machine functions should
be disabled. Twist the Chassis Emergency Stop Switch to resume.
10. Check that the route is clear of obstacles (persons, obstructions, holes, and drop-offs, bumps and
debris), is level, and is capable of supporting the wheel loads.
11. Mount the platform and properly close the entrance.
12. Select DRIVE mode.
NOTE: Use both HI and LOW drive (if applicable) when performing the following step.
13. While engaging the Safety Interlock Trigger, move the Joystick to FORWARD, then REVERSE, to check
for speed control.
14. Push the Steering Switch RIGHT, then LEFT, to check for steering control.
15. Select LIFT mode. Grasp the Joystick, engaging the Safety Interlock Trigger, and push it forward to
check platform lift controls. Raise the platform to full elevation.
16. Pull back on the Joystick. The platform should descend and the audible lowering alarm should sound.
17. Push the Platform Emergency Stop Switch to check for proper operation. All machine functions should
be disabled. Pull out the Platform Emergency Stop Switch to resume.
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