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- Page 1 HEIGHT RIDER OPERATING AND SAFETY MANUAL MODEL HR10 & HR12 SERIES STANDARD AND NARROW WIDTH SELF PROPELLED (S.P) Manufactured by:- NIFTYLIFT LIMITED FINGLE DRIVE STONEBRIDGE MILTON KEYNES BUCKS. MK13 0ER ENGLAND. TEL.:01908 223456 FAX :01908 312733...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
NIFTYLIFT S.P.SERIES OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION AND GENERAL INFORMATION Page 1.1 Foreword 1.2 Scope 1.3 Introducing the "HEIGHT RIDER" S.P. series 1.4 General Specification 1.5 Identification 2. SAFETY 2.1 Mandatory Precautions 2.2 Environmental Limitations 2.3 Noise & Vibration 3. -
Page 3: Foreword
NIFTYLIFT S.P.SERIES OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1.1 FOREWORD The purpose of these manuals is to provide the customer with proper safety operating and maintenance instructions essential for proper machine operation. All information in these manuals should be READ and fully UNDERSTOOD before any attempt is made to operate the machine. -
Page 4: Scope
1.2 SCOPE These operating instructions contain all the necessary information required to allow the safe operation of any HR 10 or HR 12, powered by electric DC, Diesel or Petrol engine, or a combination of these. For further technical information, circuit diagrams and specific instructions for all Maintenance which may need to be carried out by specialist trained personnel, see the associated Workshop and Parts manual for your model of Niftylift Height Rider. -
Page 5: General Specification
NIFTYLIFT S.P.SERIES OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SECTION 1.4 JULY 1995 GENERAL SPECIFICATION FEATURE HR 10 (& HR10 N) HR 12 (& HR 12 N) MAXIMUM HEIGHT - WORKING 32 FT 39 FT 6 IN 9.8 M 12 M MAXIMUM HEIGHT- PLATFORM... -
Page 6: Identification
MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE INCLINATION MAXIMUM HYDRAULIC PRESSURE NOMINAL POWER MAXIMUM VOLTAGE AMPS This manufacturers plate is attached to Boom 1 on each machine at the time of manufacture on every Niftylift. Please ensure all sections have been stamped and are legible. -
Page 7: Safety
2.1.2 Always operate the Niftylift in full accordance with the manufacturers operating & safety instructions for that model. 2.1.3 Before use each day and at the beginning of each shift the Niftylift shall be given a visual inspection and functional test including, but not limited to, operating and emergency controls,... - Page 8 MANDATORY PRECAUTIONS (CONTINUED) 2.1.9 Only operate the Niftylift on a firm, level surface. 2.1.10 Never position any part of the Niftylift within 10ft (3m) of any electrical power line, conductor or similar above 450 volts. THIS MACHINE IS NOT INSULATED.
- Page 9 Niftylift, which becomes evident during operation. Any problems or malfunctions that affect the safety of operation shall be repaired prior to continued use. 2.1.27 The boom and platform of the Niftylift shall not be used to jack the wheels off the ground. 2.1.28 The Niftylift shall not be used as a crane.
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Page 10: Environmental Limitations
ENVIRONMENTAL LIMITATIONS All "Niftylift" Height Riders are limited to operation as previously described, not suitable for rough terrain work. Unless specifically configured otherwise, the machine will have short time rating for operation in extreme temperatures. i.e. Reduced battery cycle times for low temperatures, e.g. -
Page 11: Preparation And Inspection
3 PREPARATION AND INSPECTION UNPACKING Since the manufacturer has no direct control over the shipping or carriage of any Niftylift it is the responsibility of the dealer and/or owner and/or lessor to ensure the Niftylift has not been damaged in transit and a Pre-operational Report has been carried out by a qualified engineer before the aerial platform is put into service. -
Page 12: Daily Safety Check List
NIFTYLIFT S.P.SERIES OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS DAILY SAFETY CHECK LIST Before use each day and at the beginning of each shift the aerial platform shall be given a visual inspection and functional test including, but not limited to, the following: 1) Check operating and safety manuals are legible and located in their box within the platform. -
Page 13: Placard, Decals And Installation
NIFTYLIFT S.P.SERIES OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3.4 PLACARD, DECALS & INSTALLATION HR10 HR12 SWL BLANK. (P10799) 200 (KG) (P10803) 40 (KG) (P10804) IMPORTANT PART ‘A’ (P10798) IMPORTANT PART ‘B’ (P10889) BASE CONTROLS (P10411) BASE KEY SWITCH (P10413) CAGE CONTROLS (P10610) -
Page 14: Placard, Decals And Installation
NIFTYLIFT S.P.SERIES OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3.4 PLACARD, DECALS & INSTALLATION, CONT: HR10 HR12 CAGE CONTROL BOX (P11828) BATTERY CHARGING (P11568) COMPONENT STABILITY (P11558) MACHINE PLATE (P10805) FUELLING (P11561) NO STEP (LARGE) (P11569) WHEEL RELEASE (P11571) "FWD" ARROW (P11602) "REV" ARROW (P11603) "LEFT"... - Page 15 NIFTYLIFT S.P.SERIES OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS D80157 - THREE VIEW DRAWING...
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Page 16: Torque Requirements
NIFTYLIFT S.P.SERIES OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3.5 TORQUE REQUIREMENTS SCREW QUALITY / TIGHTENING TORQUE IN FT LBS (Nm) SIZE 10.9 (10) (14) 18.5 (25) (35) M 10 (49) (69) M 12 (86) (120) M 14 (135) (190) M 16 (210) -
Page 17: Operation
NIFTYLIFT S.P.SERIES OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4 OPERATION CONTROL CIRCUIT COMPONENTS 4.1.1 Control board:- Situated under the rear cover, the encapsulated control board comprises a p.c.b. (printed circuit board) design which incorporates all of the relays to control the machine operation. The control board is common to all models, and contains functions which might not be utilised on your particular machine. - Page 18 NIFTYLIFT S.P.SERIES OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4 OPERATION 4.1.7 Boom-switch:- Mounted on the end of the machine counterbalance, and operated by the upper boom, this switch controls both the operation of the Tilt Alarm Sensor, and the speed control function. With the booms in the stowed position, the Tilt Alarm Sensor is by-passed, allowing the machine to negotiate slopes in excess of the permissible working angle, without isolating the drive function.
- Page 19 NIFTYLIFT S.P.SERIES OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4 OPERATION 4.1.14 Petrol Box:- Located adjacent to the petrol engine, the Petrol Box combines all of the functions for dual power operation, as well as controlling the petrol engine itself. The relays in this box control Starting, High Throttle, Pump Dump, Duty Selector and Engine Stop.
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Page 20: Ground Control Operation
NIFTYLIFT S.P.SERIES OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4 OPERATION GROUND CONTROL OPERATION ALWAYS ALLOW THE ENGINE TO WARM UP BEFORE OPERATING. WARNING ALL MODELS 1) Ensure all red emergency stops are out. 2) Turn key switch at ground control station to ground (i.e. fully down). - Page 21 NIFTYLIFT S.P.SERIES OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4.2.1 GROUND CONTROLS (CONTINUED) Boom Functions A) Push and hold green power button. LOWER BOOM UPPER BOOM SWING HR10 SERIES ONLY RAISE RIGHT RAISE LOWER LOWER LEFT B) Select lever 1, 2, or 3 for desired boom function.
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Page 22: Platform Control Operation
NIFTYLIFT S.P.SERIES OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PLATFORM CONTROL OPERATION NEVER START THE NIFTYLIFT IF YOU SMELL GASOLINE, LIQUID PROPANE OR DIESEL. THESE FUELS ARE FLAMMABLE. BEFORE OPERATING THE NIFTYLIFT ENSURE THAT EACH OPERATOR HAS READ AND FULLY UNDERSTOOD THE OPERATING MANUAL. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY. - Page 23 NIFTYLIFT S.P.SERIES OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PLATFORM CONTROL OPERATION 4.3.2 PLATFORM PUSHBUTTON CONTROLS STATION (BI-ENERGY MODEL SHOWN) Drive & Boom Functions HR12 SERIES ONLY DRIVE/STEER LEVEL TELESCOPE LOWER BOOM UPPER BOOM SWING FORWARD RAISE RIGHT RAISE LOWER LEFT RIGHT LOWER...
- Page 24 NIFTYLIFT S.P.SERIES OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PLATFORM CONTROLS 4.3.3 Starting the Engine from the Platform NEVER START THE NIFTYLIFT IF YOU CAN SMELL GASOLINE, LIQUID PROPANE OR DIESEL. THESE FUELS ARE HIGHLY FLAMMABLE. ****FOR COLD START PROCEDURES SEE SECTION 4.1.
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Page 25: Driving Controls
HI position. 7) When driving with the booms fully stowed, the Tilt Alarm is bypassed to allow the Niftylift to be driven in areas where the slope exceeds the five degree working limit. In normal operation... - Page 26 NIFTYLIFT S.P.SERIES OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4.4.2 DRIVING CONTROLS - ELEVATED DO NOT OPERATE THE NIFTYLIFT WHILST ELEVATED UNLESS ON FIRM, LEVEL SURFACE FREE FROM POSSIBLE OBSTRUCTIONS OR HAZARDS BOTH AT GROUND LEVEL AND OVERHEAD. WARNING 1) Check proposed route for possible hazards, obstructions and personnel.
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Page 27: Boom Controls
NIFTYLIFT S.P.SERIES OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BOOM CONTROLS DO NOT OPERATE THE NIFTYLIFT WHILST ELEVATED UNLESS ON FIRM, LEVEL SURFACE FREE FROM POSSIBLE OBSTRUCTIONS OR HAZARDS BOTH AT GROUND LEVEL AND OVERHEAD. WARNING 1) Never exceed the maximum platform capacity of 440 lbs (200 kgs). -
Page 28: Batteries And Charging
NIFTYLIFT S.P.SERIES OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BATTERIES AND CHARGING BATTERIES SHALL BE RECHARGED IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA FREE OF FLAME, SPARKS OR OTHER HAZARDS WHICH MAY CAUSE EXPLOSION. HIGHLY EXPLOSIVE HYDROGEN GAS IS PRODUCED DURING THE CHARGING PROCESS. WARNING 1) Recharge batteries at the end of every working day or shift. -
Page 29: Transporting, Towing , Storage & Setting To Work
MANDATORY. * If loading by forklift spread the forks to the widest extent between the wheels of the Niftylift, and lift from the side with a forklift of adequate capacity. - Page 30 NIFTYLIFT S.P.SERIES OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4.7.3 STORAGE If being stored for any length of time without use, then the machine should be thoroughly inspected for the following:- 1) Grease all bearings /slides, worm drives,etc. 2) Check batteries for electrolyte levels, state of charge, damage, dirt, etc. Never leave in a state of discharge for any length of time.
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Page 31: Emergency Controls
Fit 1/2 inch drive socket on to end of swing worm gear and crank round manually. 5.5 INCIDENT NOTIFICATION It is a mandatory requirement that any accident or incident involving a Niftylift, regardless of whether any party received injury or property was damaged, be reported by telephone directly to... -
Page 32: Responsibilities
6.1 CHANGES IN OWNERSHIP When a change of ownership of a Niftylift occurs, it shall be the responsibility of the seller to notify Niftylift direct of the unit, model and serial number and the name and address of the new owner within 60 days.