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This manual MUST be kept and stored with the aerial platform at all times. For Service please call ..............800 275-9522 Skyjack Inc. Service Center 3451 Swenson Ave., St. Charles, IL. 60174 ..FAX 630 262-0006 For Parts in North America and Asia please call ........800 965-4626 Skyjack Inc.
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July 2002 April 2006 April 2006 8831 E 43352 & Below 43354 & Above 43353 & Above 8841 E 43352 & Below 43354 & Above 43353 & Above 60503AB SJ800 - E Series SKYJACK, Page 2 April 2006 Battery Powered...
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IMPORTANT IMPORTANT indicates a procedure(s) essential for safe operation and which, if not followed, may result in a malfunction or damage to the machine. SJ800 - E Series SKYJACK, Page 3 April 2006 Battery Powered...
2.2-9 Parking Brake System ........................19 2.2-10 Overload Warning System ......................19 2.2-11 Folding Guardrail System ....................... 20 2.2-12 Emergency Lowering System ......................20 2.2-13 Maintenance Support ........................21 SJ800 - E Series SKYJACK, Page 4 April 2006 Battery Powered...
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Table 2-2. Owner’s Annual Inspection Record ......................41 Table 2-3. Maximum Platform Capacities (Evenly Distributed) ................... 42 Table 2-4. Maintenance and Inspection Schedule ..................... 43 Table 2-5. EC Declaration of Conformity ........................44 SJ800 - E Series SKYJACK, Page 5 April 2006 Battery Powered...
A mobile device that has an adjustable position platform supported from ground level by a structure. Purpose of Equipment The SKYJACK SJ800 - E Series Rough Terrain (Models 8831E & 8841E) aerial platforms are designed to transport and raise personnel, tools and materials to overhead work areas Use of Equipment The aerial platform is a highly maneuverable, mobile work station.
• A slide-out drawer at the front of the base, supports stored in this box. a battery compartment which provides power to the electrical system. SKYJACK, Page 7 SJ800 - E Series April 2006 Battery Powered...
A lowering warning system automatically stops the low- Use this information for proper operation and mainte- ering function before reaching the fully retracted posi- nance and when ordering service parts. tion and sounds the alarm. SKYJACK, Page 8 SJ800 - E Series April 2006 Battery Powered...
1.12 Major Components Entry Operator’s Gate Control Box Extension Platform (optional) Main Platform Lifting Mechanism Scissor Guards Battery Battery Tray Charger/ HydraulicTank Side Base Cabinet SKYJACK SJ800-E Series Aerial Platform SKYJACK, Page 9 SJ800 - E Series April 2006 Battery Powered...
Rotating amber beacon Type #6F foam filled tires Type #7F foam filled tires Type #7 air filled tires Independently operated hydraulic outriggers EE rating 1500 watt electrical inverter 60426AB-CE SKYJACK, Page 10 SJ800 - E Series April 2006 Battery Powered...
Common sense dictates the use of protective clothing when working on or near machinery. Use appropriate safety devices to protect your eyes, ears, hands, feet and body. Any modifications from the original design are strictly forbidden without written permission from SKYJACK Inc. 1.15 Electrocution Hazard This aerial platform is not electrically insulated.
Table 2-1 permissible. • DO NOT raise the aerial platform in windy or gusty conditions. SKYJACK, Page 12 SJ800 - E Series April 2006 Battery Powered...
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• DO NOT exceed the rated capacity of the aerial platform. Do make sure the load is evenly distributed on the platform. SKYJACK, Page 13 SJ800 - E Series April 2006 Battery Powered...
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• DO NOT place materials on the guardrails or ma- or disabled. terials that exceed that confines of the guardrails unless approved by Skyjack. Failure to avoid these hazards could result in death or serious injury. Warning Jobsite Inspection Entering and exiting the aerial platform should only be done using the three points of contact system.
A record of annual inspection is kept on a label located on the scis- sor assembly. Refer to Table 2-2 in this manual. SKYJACK, Page 15 SJ800 - E Series April 2006 Battery Powered...
Emergency Stop Button - This red “mushroom- head” shaped button switch is designed to disengage power to both the platform and base controls. SKYJACK, Page 16 SJ800 - E Series April 2006 Battery Powered...
Emergency Stop Button - When depressed, this red “mushroom-head” push-button switch disconnects power to the control circuit. SKYJACK, Page 17 SJ800 - E Series April 2006 Battery Powered...
2.2-6 AC Outlet on Platform Figure 2-6. Battery Charger AC Outlet on Platform - This outlet is a source of 110V/ 220V power on the platform. Figure 2-5. AC Outlet on Platform SKYJACK, Page 18 SJ800 - E Series April 2006 Battery Powered...
To resume normal operation, remove the overload from the platform. Figure 2-8. Brake Manifold Brake Valve Plunger Parking Brake Release Hand Pump SKYJACK, Page 19 SJ800 - E Series April 2006 Battery Powered...
The guardrail system must be upright and all pins must be locked in place. Death or serious injury could result if the guardrail system is not upright or properly locked. SKYJACK, Page 20 SJ800 - E Series April 2006 Battery Powered...
Refer to Section 2.5-4 on how to lower the platform using the base controls. • Disconnect the battery connector. SKYJACK, Page 21 SJ800 - E Series April 2006 Battery Powered...
The indicator light has the following states: OFF: The outriggers are fully retracted. FLASHING RAPIDLY: The outriggers are extending but the platform is not level. SKYJACK, Page 22 SJ800 - E Series April 2006 Battery Powered...
15 Amp Circuit Breaker - In the event of a power overload or circuit grounding, the circuit breaker will pop out. Push the breaker back in to reset. GFCI Outlet - During inverter operation, this outlet provides AC power. SKYJACK, Page 23 SJ800 - E Series April 2006 Battery Powered...
Connect the AC battery chargers cord to the proper AC voltage source and charge the batteries. Refer to Section 2.9 for battery charging procedures. When charger cycle is complete, disconnect battery charger AC cord. SKYJACK, Page 24 SJ800 - E Series April 2006 Battery Powered...
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Raise the platform to the maximum extension height. Warning Be aware of overhead obstructions or other possible hazards around the machine when lifting. Fully lower the platform. SKYJACK, Page 25 SJ800 - E Series April 2006 Battery Powered...
Operation of aerial platform while in any of the above states may result in death or serious injury. SKYJACK, Page 26 SJ800 - E Series April 2006 Battery Powered...
Use the ladder to dismount the platform. Use the ladder of the aerial platform to access the aerial platform deck. Close the gate/chain. SKYJACK, Page 27 SJ800 - E Series April 2006 Battery Powered...
Select “DRIVE” position with the LIFT/OFF/DRIVE select toggle switch. Ensure the emergency stop button is pulled out. Activate and hold the enable trigger switch by squeezing it towards the proportional controller. SKYJACK, Page 28 SJ800 - E Series April 2006 Battery Powered...
To protect against unintended movement of the aerial platform, push in the emergency stop button after you have arrived at your desired location or elevation. Figure 2-15. Manual Extension Deck SKYJACK, Page 29 SJ800 - E Series April 2006 Battery Powered...
If alarm sounds during operation, the aerial platform is not level or an outrigger does not have firm ground contact. Lower the platform immediately! Make the necessary adjustments to level the aerial platform. SKYJACK, Page 30 SJ800 - E Series April 2006 Battery Powered...
Warning Ensure that you maintain three points of contact when using the ladder to mount/dismount the platform. Dismount the platform using the ladder. Disconnect the battery connector. SKYJACK, Page 31 SJ800 - E Series April 2006 Battery Powered...
The transport vehicle must be parked on a level surface and must be secured to prevent rolling while the aerial platform is being loaded or unloaded. 2.6-1 Lifting When it is necessary to lift the Skyjack aerial platform the following conditions must be met: • The platform must be fully lowered.
Loading/Unloading Section 2 - Operation Note The aerial platform can be lifted with a forklift from the sides but Skyjack does not recommend this use. Lift with forks in designated pockets as illustrated in Figure 2-18. Forklift Pocket Forklift Pocket Figure 2-18.
Re-engage the parking brake by either momentarily activating the drive function or pulling out the black brake valve plunger. Note The parking brake will reset automatically when the drive function is selected. SKYJACK, Page 34 SJ800 - E Series April 2006 Battery Powered...
(item 2) at the base of each lift cylinder. Depress and turn counter-clockwise. If necessary, use the access rod (item 3) that is located on the base of the machine. SKYJACK, Page 35 SJ800 - E Series April 2006 Battery Powered...
AC input acid batteries of the proper AH rating. voltage range. Warning Use original or equivalent to the original parts and components for the aerial platform. SKYJACK, Page 36 SJ800 - E Series April 2006 Battery Powered...
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The charger will start even with Charger 18 hour timer has timed out due to battery severely discharged batteries (down to 1V terminal problem. voltage). Once charging starts, the LEDs indicate the charging progress. SKYJACK, Page 37 SJ800 - E Series April 2006 Battery Powered...
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Connect battery charger DC plug into the battery plug at the rear of the base. Charge batteries. Refer to Section 2.9-2 for battery charging operation. When charge cycle is completed, disconnect charger plug from battery tray. SKYJACK, Page 38 SJ800 - E Series April 2006 Battery Powered...
* Weights are approximate; refer to serial nameplate for specific weight. Values shown are for standard 2WD machines on air tires with a manual extension platform Mid Size RT’s and no extension platforms Full Size RT’s. SKYJACK, Page 40 SJ800 - E Series...
As described earlier in this section, this decal is located on the scissor assembly. It must be completed after an annual inspection has been completed. Do not use the aerial platform if an inspection has not been recorded in the last 13 months. SKYJACK, Page 41 SJ800 - E Series April 2006...
Whole trees sway. It is difficult to walk 13.9 – 17.2 50.0 – 61.9 45.5 – 65.5 31 – 38.5 against the wind. 60338AB SKYJACK, Page 42 SJ800 - E Series April 2006 Battery Powered...
Check oil level. Gear Oil Requirements: Axle: ESSO GX 85W-140 Center Drive: ESSO GX 85W-140 60280AE Warning Use original or equivalent to the original parts and components for the aerial platform. SKYJACK, Page 43 SJ800 - E Series April 2006 Battery Powered...
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Section 2 - Operation Tables Table 2-5. EC Declaration of Conformity EC Declaration of Conformity We, SKYJACK INC., [*], declare under our sole responsibility that the product Scissor Type Elevating Work Platform Model number: [*] Serial number: [*] To which this declaration relates is in conformity with the following directives:...