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OPERATOR’S MANUAL 45XA BOOM AERIAL WORK PLATFORMS...
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SELF-PROPELLED AERIAL WORK PLATFORM This equipment is designed and manufactured in compliance with the duties, responsibilities and standards set forth in the ANSI, CE, CSA and/or AS standards in effect at the time of manufacture. This equipment will meet or exceed applicable ANSI, CE, CSA and/or AS codes and standards when operated in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents Illustrations Tables 1 Safety Legend: Safety Advisories Before Operation During Operation Maintenance Safety Damaged Equipment Policy 2 Before Operation Daily Service Checks Weekly Service Checks Monthly Service Checks Workplace Inspection 3 Operation Ground Control Station Platform Control Station Platform Controls Joystick Operation: Set Up...
SAFETY Proper training is required for the safe operation of any mechanical device. Failure to follow all instructions and safety precautions in this manual and attached to the lift will result in death or personal injury. Prior to Operation: Read, understand and obey all instructions and safety precautions in this ...
BILJAX 45XA LEGEND: SAFETY ADVISORIES The following safety advisories are used throughout this manual to indicate specific hazards when operating or maintaining the machine. Read, understand and obey all safety advisories to prevent improper service, damage to equipment, personal injury or death.
1 – SAFETY BEFORE OPERATION DURING OPERATION Ensure the following general safety precautions are Ensure the following general safety precautions are followed before operating the Aerial Work Platform: followed while operating the Aerial Work Platform: ALWAYS inspect the usage area for potential ALWAYS position lift away from power lines to hazards, such as unstable or unlevel surfaces, ensure that no part of the lift can accidentally reach...
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BILJAX 45XA ALWAYS cordon the area surrounding the NEVER allow ropes, electric cords, hoses or other outriggers to keep personnel, vehicles and moving equipment to become entangled in the machine equipment away from the machine while in use. while raising or lowering platform.
1 – SAFETY MAINTENANCE SAFETY Ensure the following general safety precautions are Section 4 for hydraulic system maintenance followed while performing maintenance on the Aerial procedures. Work Platform: NEVER exceed the manufacturer’s recommended General Maintenance relief valve settings. ALWAYS perform maintenance procedures NEVER touch or allow metal tools to contact any according to manufacturer’s guidelines.
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BILJAX 45XA NEVER jumpstart other vehicles using the boom lift batteries.
1 – SAFETY DAMAGED EQUIPMENT POLICY Safety Statement At BilJax, we are dedicated to the safety of all users of our products. All BilJax lifts are designed, manufactured and tested to comply with current applicable ANSI and/or CE codes and regulations. Damage Policy There may be occasions when a BilJax lift is involved in an incident that results in structural damage to the lift.
BEFORE OPERATION Inspections of the aerial work platform and the intended work area should be performed daily before operation. Failure to inspect machine and work area may result in death or personal injury. Prior to Operation: Conduct a pre-operation inspection of the aerial work platform by ...
BILJAX 45XA DAILY SERVICE CHECKS The following maintenance procedures should be Verify that boom down limit switches operate performed daily or before each operation. correctly. Verify that all decals are correctly applied and in Down limit switches are actuated when the boom is in ...
BILJAX 45XA Inspect hydraulic system and fluid levels. Check all hydraulic hoses and fittings for leaks and damage. Tighten or replace as necessary to prevent hydraulic oil or pressure loss. The hydraulic oil level should be checked with the ...
2 – BEFORE OPERATION WEEKLY SERVICE CHECKS MONTHLY SERVICE CHECKS Perform the following service checks at least once Perform the following service checks at least once each week in addition to all recommended daily each month in addition to all recommended daily service checks: service checks: Clean all battery terminals.
BILJAX 45XA WORKPLACE INSPECTION Before operating the machine, be aware of and avoid the following: Drop-offs Holes Floor obstructions or debris Sloped surfaces outside the capabilities of the boom lift Unstable or slippery surfaces Surfaces that will not support the load forces ...
OPERATION The Model 45XA Aerial Work Platform is equipped with multiple operator control stations. Operators can use boom and outrigger functions from both the platform and ground control panels. Drive functions are found on the platform control panel. Before attempting boom lift operation, Operators should: Attend a training program as required by government regulations.
BILJAX 45XA GROUND CONTROL STATION The ground control station is used to operate outriggers and control boom motion. To access the ground control station, open the control panel access cover found on the turntable. Turn the key switch to the ground controls setting.
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BILJAX 45XA The ground control station includes the following continues until the buttons are released or until the controls and Indicators. Refer to Figure 3-1 for boom reaches a hard stop or a safe travel limit. control locations. 9-14. Boom Raise/Down Buttons 1.
3 – OPERATION PLATFORM CONTROL STATION The platform control station is used to control boom motion. To access the platform control station, turn the key switch at the ground control station to the platform controls setting and enter the work cage. Figure 3-2.
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3 – OPERATION The platform control station includes the following 11-15. Outrigger Controls controls and Indicators. Refer to Figure 3-2 for Outrigger controls on the platform are identical to the control locations. outrigger controls on the ground control panel. 1-2. Engine Start and Choke 16.
3 – OPERATION PLATFORM CONTROLS JOYSTICK Use the Joystick to operate drive and boom functions from the platform control station. 1. Joystick Trigger 2. Toggle Switch Figure 3-3. Platform Controls Joystick 1. Joystick Trigger Depress the trigger after selecting a boom function and move the joystick in the desired direction to operate boom functions.
BILJAX 45XA OPERATION: SET UP Turn the key switch on the ground controls to Verify that the auto level indicator LED is lit. If select the desired control station. If power does the auto level indicator is not lit, the boom may not come on, make sure both emergency not be level.
3 – OPERATION OPERATION: GROUND CONTROLS Turn the key switch to ground control position. Raise, lower, extend and rotate the boom by pressing and holding the desired SPEED function buttons at the same time. When all boom lift operations are complete, fully ...
BILJAX 45XA OPERATION: PLATFORM CONTROLS OPERATION: DRIVE FUNCTIONS Fully lower the boom onto the boom rest to To drive machine, use the platform controls to position the platform for boarding. Turn the key raise all outriggers to a fully stowed position.
3 – OPERATION MANUAL BOOM OPERATION Manual retraction, rotation and lowering functions Manual Retraction allow the aerial work platform to be moved and Pushing and holding the Retract button while lowered during hydraulic power interruption or simultaneously actuating Hand Pump will retract the failure.
BILJAX 45XA Manual Lowering Each Manual Lowering Valve is equipped with a plunger, found at the base of the lift cylinder (Figure 3-8). Depress the plunger to lower the platform in case of a complete electrical power failure, a load shift, or other emergency.
3 – OPERATION BATTERY RECHARGE Recharge batteries as needed. When using the gas The CHARGING indicator LED remains lit engine, press the button on the platform continuously during the first stage of the charge GENERATOR control station to charge the batteries. Charge daily cycle.
BILJAX 45XA BOOM LIFT TRANSPORT LIFTING INSTRUCTIONS TRANSPORT INSTRUCTIONS Refer to Figure 3-10. Refer to Figure 3-10. Completely lower and retract booms. Verify that truck or trailer is parked on a firm and level surface. Secure boom and platform travel latches.
TROUBLESHOOTING The following section contains information for solving basic diagnostic issues associated with the machine. If any issue or malfunction is encountered during the correct and proper operation of the aerial work platform that is not covered by the troubleshooting steps covered in this manual, contact your regional BilJax representative or the BilJax Service Department.
4 – TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Refer to Table 4-1 for basic troubleshooting operations. Additional information can be found in the BilJax Model 45XA Parts and Service Manual. Contact the BilJax Service Department with any questions or before attempting any advanced troubleshooting operations.
BILJAX 45XA ERROR CODE DEFINITIONS The DISPLAY PANEL located on the ground control panel indicates the present operating status of the boom lift. If an error condition is detected by the control processor during start-up or operation, the appropriate error code will be displayed on this panel.
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4 – TROUBLESHOOTING ERROR MESSAGE DEFINITION OF ERROR COMMENTS 031 OPEN CIRCUIT JIB DOWN A load of less than 70mA detected when jib down Check for faulty jib down solenoid circuit was energized coil and wiring. 032 SHORTED CIRCUIT JIB Excessive load detected when jib down circuit Check for faulty jib down solenoid DOWN...
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BILJAX 45XA ERROR MESSAGE DEFINITION OF ERROR COMMENTS 056 SHORTED CIRCUIT Excessive load detected in right front outrigger Check for faulty solenoid RF OUTRIGGER circuit on power-up. coil/wiring at outrigger. 057 OPEN CIRCUIT A load of less than 70mA detected in left rear...
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DECAL REPLACEMENT Decals contain information that is required for the safe and proper use of the aerial work platform. Decals should be considered necessary components of the machine and should be checked before each use to verify that they are correctly attached and legible. Use the following guides to find the correct location of all decals.
SPECIFICATIONS BilJax, Inc. is dedicated to the continuous improvement of this and all BilJax products. Therefore, equipment information is subject to change without notice. The following information is based on ideal working conditions. Machine performance may vary based on work environment and on machine options.
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BILJAX 45XA SPECIFICATIONS SERIAL NUMBER__________________ Working Height 51 ft Outrigger Footprint 15.7 m Length 12 ft 2 in 3.7 m Maximum Platform Height 45 ft Width 11 ft 4 in 13.7 m 3.4 m Maximum Horizontal Outreach Footpad Diameter 12.5 in...
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BILJAX 45XA RANGE OF MOTION Figure 7-1. Range of Motion...
EQUIPMENT OPTIONS The BilJax Model 45XA may be equipped with one or more optional components designed for the convenience and safety of operators when using the equipment to accomplish specific tasks. Always use only those components manufactured and/or authorized by BilJax, Inc. Never make any adjustments or modifications or otherwise alter the equipment in any way that is not expressly recommended by the manufacturer.
BILJAX 45XA MATERIAL LIFTING HOOK If the boom lift is equipped with a material lifting hook, observe the following procedure for material lift operation: Remove platform controls from the work platform by releasing the latch on the back of the platform control box.
7 — EQUIPMENT OPTIONS PLATFORM ROTATOR The optional platform rotator allows the operator to rotate the elevated work platform 90º around a vertical axis by actuating a rotator handle found below the platform control panel. To operate manual platform rotator, turn the rotator handle in the direction of desired rotation (clockwise or counterclockwise).
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