Operation
X-Series Work Platform3-4
Section
3.3
3.3 Pre-Operation Inspection
NOTE: Carefully read, understand and follow all
safety rules, operating instructions, labels and the
Scaffold Industry Association's MANUAL OF RESPON-
SIBILITIES. Perform the following steps each day
before use.
DO NOT perform service on or in the
scissor assembly with the platform elevated
unless the platform is properly blocked.
1. Open modules and inspect for damage, oil leaks or
missing parts.
2. Check the level of the hydraulic oil with the plat-
form
fully lowered. Open the Left Module and
remove the reservoir cap, oil should be at the lower
line on the dipstick. Add ISO #46 hydraulic oil if
necessary.
3. Check that fluid level in the batteries is correct (See
Battery Maintenance,
Section 4.3
).
4. Verify batteries are charged.
5. Check that A.C. extension cord has been discon-
nected from charger plug.
6. Check that all guardrails are in place, the slide out
deck extension is secured with the pin and all
fasteners are properly tightened.
7. Carefully inspect the entire work platform for
damage such as cracked welds or structural mem-
bers, loose or missing parts, oil leaks, damaged
cables or hoses, loose connections and tire damage.
8. Move machine, if necessary, to unobstructed area to
allow for full elevation.
9. Turn Chassis and Platform Emergency Stop Switches
ON (Figure 3-1) by pulling the button out.
10. Turn the Chassis Key Switch (Figure 3-1) to CHASSIS.
11. Push Chassis Lift Switch (Figure 3-1) to UP position
and fully elevate platform.
12. Visually inspect the elevating assembly, lift cylinder,
cables and hoses for damage or erratic operation.
Check for missing or loose parts.
13. Verify that the Pothole Protection Supports have
fully rotated into position under each module.
14. Partially lower the platform by pushing Chassis Lift
Switch to DOWN and check operation of the
audible lowering alarm.
15. Open the Chassis Emergency Lowering Valve (Figure
3-1) to check for proper operation by pulling and
holding the handle out. Once the platform is fully
lowered, close the valve by releasing the handle.
16. Turn the Chassis Key Switch to DECK.
17. Close and latch the module doors.
18. Check that route is clear of persons, obstructions,
holes and drop-offs, is level and capable of support-
ing the wheel loads.
19. Unhook Controller from guardrail. Firmly grasp
Controller while performing the following checks
from the ground.
STAND CLEAR of the work platform while
performing the following checks.
Protect control console cable from possible
damage while performing checks.
20. Pull Emergency Stop Button out to the ON position.
21. Position Function Switch to DRIVE. For 20W, 26,
and 31 models, use both HI and LOW drive when
performing step 22.
22. Grasp the Control Lever so the Interlock Lever is
depressed (releasing the Interlock Lever cuts power
to Controller), slowly position the Control Lever to
FORWARD then REVERSE to check for speed and
directional control. The farther you push or pull the
Control Lever from center the faster the machine
will travel.
23. Push Steering Switch RIGHT then LEFT to check for
steering control.
24. Push the Emergency Stop Switch Button.
25. Rehook Controller at front guardrail.
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