Operating Procedures; Set-Up Procedure; Using The Engine Controls On The Engine - Skyjack SJ-7027 Operating, Maintenance And Parts Manual

Operating Procedures

The following descriptions
Procedures. A qualified operator
completely understand these descriptions before
operating this work platform.

Set-Up Procedure

1. Remove all packing materials and inspect for
damage incurred during transport. This is
normally required for equipment being put into
service for the first time, after the equipment has
been unloaded.
Note
Report any damage to delivery carrier immediately.
2. Inspect work platform thoroughly and remove
any foreign objects.
3. Raise the side, extension platform (if so
equipped), and gate railings to their upright
position and lock in place with locking pins.
Lock side railings to front railings with locking
pins.
4. Remove the operator's control box from its
shipping container and secure it to the railing at
the right front of the platform. Attach the control
cable and power deck extension cable (if so
equipped) to the scissor's control cable.
5. Open the fuel tank side cabinet door. Fill the
fuel tank to "F" level on fuel gauge with the
proper fuel. (Refer to decal on fuel tank)
6. Close the fuel tank side cabinet door.
7. Machines with Dual Fuel:
Make sure propane hose coupler is properly
secured at propane cylinder and valve on
propane cylinder is opened all the way.
8. Open the hydraulic tank side cabinet door.
Check the hydraulic oil level (scissors must be
fully lowered) in the tank. Level should be at or
slightly above the top mark on the sight glass. If
required, add a quality grade hydraulic oil such
as ATF Dexron III (ESSO).
9. Check the battery fluid level. If fluid level is not
at FULL mark on battery, add distilled or
demineralized water only.
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are for Operating
MUST read and
June 2001
Warning
Explosion Hazard
Keep flames and sparks away.
batteries.
First Aid
Immediately flush eyes with cold water if electrolytic
acid is splattered into them. Seek medical attention.
10. Move the work platform to a level, firm test area
where the work platform can be vertically
extended to its maximum working height. If the
work platform is to be pushed, towed or winched,
ensure that the parking brake has been
disengaged. When pushing, towing or
winching, DO NOT
Using the Base Controls:
11. Turn the Emergency Power Disconnect Switch
to "ON" position.
Using the Platform Controls:
12. Pull out the Emergency Stop Button.
Note
Engine will not start unless this button is in the
"ON" position.
13. Insert key into Off/Lift/Drive Select Key Switch
and turn to "LIFT" position.
Note
Start engine in low throttle position.

Using the Engine Controls on the Engine:

14. Pull Engine Off/On Switch plunger out.
15. Select desired fuel source with Fuel Select
Switch. (Gasoline engines with dual fuel)
Note
Refer to label on inside of engine front guard for
fuel switch sequence.
16. Depress and hold the Choke Push-Button.
(Gasoline engines) Depress and hold Glow Plug
Push-Button for 15 to 20 seconds. (Diesel
engines)
SJ-600 Series Engine Powered
DO NOT smoke near
exceed 2 mph (3.2 kph).