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JLG EcoLift70 Operation And Safety Manual

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Operation and Safety Manual
Original Instructions - Keep this manual with the machine at all times.
Models
EcoLift50
EcoLift70
®
ANSI
3121740
June 29, 2018 - Rev C

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  • Page 1 Operation and Safety Manual Original Instructions - Keep this manual with the machine at all times. Models EcoLift50 EcoLift70 ® ANSI 3121740 June 29, 2018 - Rev C...
  • Page 2 @ www.discount-equipment.com Select an option below to find your Equipment We sell worldwide for the brands: Genie, Terex, JLG, MultiQuip, Mikasa, Essick, Whiteman, Mayco, Toro Stone, Diamond Products, Generac Magnum, Airman, Haulotte, Barreto, Power Blanket, Nifty Lift, Atlas Copco, Chicago Pneumatic, Allmand, Miller Curber, Skyjack, Lull,...
  • Page 3 WARNING Operating, servicing and maintaining this vehicle or equipment can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine except as necessary, service your vehicle or equipment in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing.
  • Page 4 The purpose of this manual is to provide owners, users, operators, lessors, and lessees with the precautions and operating procedures essential for the safe and proper machine operation for its intended purpose. Due to continuous product improvements, JLG Industries, Inc. reserves the right to make specification changes without prior notification. Contact JLG Industries, Inc. for updated information.
  • Page 5 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOLS AND SAFETY SIGNAL WORDS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOLS AND SAFETY SIGNAL WORDS This is the Safety Alert Symbol. It is used to alert you to the potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possi- ble injury or death INDICATES AN IMMINENTLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION.
  • Page 6 JLG INDUSTRIES, INC. MUST BE NOTIFIED IMMEDIATELY IN ALL or Your Local JLG Office (See addresses on manual rear cover) INSTANCES WHERE JLG PRODUCTS HAVE BEEN INVOLVED IN AN ACCI- DENT INVOLVING BODILY INJURY OR DEATH OF PERSONNEL OR In USA:...
  • Page 7 REVISION LOG REVISION LOG Original Issue A - May 26, 2016 Revision B - May 15, 2018 Revision C - June 29, 2018 - Revised Prop 65 3121740...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION - PARAGRAPH, SUBJECT PAGE SECTION - PARAGRAPH, SUBJECT PAGE SECTION - 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Operator Responsibility ....... 2-1 PREPARATION, INSPECTION, AND MAINTENANCE .
  • Page 9 2-2. Daily Walk-Around Inspection (EcoLift70)... . . 2-7 EMERGENCY OPERATION ....... . 4-1 2-3.

  • Page 10: Section 1 - Safety Precautions

    In order to promote questions with regard to safety, training, inspection, mainte- proper machine usage, it is mandatory that a daily routine is nance, application, and operation, please contact JLG Industries, established based on the content of this manual. A mainte- Inc. (“JLG”).

  • Page 11: Transporting

    SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS TRANSPORTING Tipping Hazards FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING TIPPING HAZARD INSTRUCTIONS COULD CAUSE THE UNIT TO TIP OVER OR BE HARD TO CONTROL WHEN BEING MOVED, WHICH COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. •...
  • Page 12 SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • Two persons are required on slopes up to 5°. A forklift must • Never position the unit sideways on a slope. be used when moving units on slopes greater than 5°. • Do not elevate the platform or move the machine on a soft •...

  • Page 13: Pre-Operation

    JLG Industries, Inc. • Read, understand, and obey all applicable employer, local, and governmental regulations as they pertain to your utili- zation and application of the machine.

  • Page 14: Machine Inspection

    JLG. • Ensure that the ground conditions are adequate to support the maximum tire load indicated on the tire load decals MODIFICATION OR ALTERATION OF AN AERIAL WORK PLATFORM SHALL BE located on the chassis adjacent to each wheel.

  • Page 15: Operation

    • Do not carry materials directly on platform railing unless machine to a full stop before using any device, i.e. cell approved by JLG. phones, two-way radios, etc. that will distract your attention • Always ensure that power tools are properly stowed and from safely operating the machine.

  • Page 16: Trip And Fall Hazard

    • JLG recommends that the operator utilizes a fall/travel restraint system in the platform with a lanyard attached to an authorized lanyard anchorage point. For further infor- •...

  • Page 17: Electrocution Hazard

    SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Electrocution Hazard equipment from any electrical line or apparatus carrying up to 50,000 volts. One foot additional clearance is required for every additional 30,000 volts or less. Table 1-1. Minimum Approach Distances (M.A.D.) VOLTAGE RANGE MINIMUM APPROACH DISTANCE (Phase to Phase) in Feet (Meters)

  • Page 18: Tipping Hazards

    • Never exceed the maximum work load as specified on the platform. Keep all loads within the confines of the platform, unless authorized by JLG. • Keep the chassis of the machine a minimum of 2 ft. (0.6m) from holes, bumps, drop-offs, obstructions, debris, con- cealed holes, and other potential hazards at the ground level.

  • Page 19: Crushing And Collision Hazards

    SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Crushing and Collision Hazards • Do not increase the platform size with unauthorized deck extensions or attachments. • If the mast assembly or platform is caught so that one or • Approved head gear must be worn by all operating and more wheels are off the ground, platform personnel must ground personnel.

  • Page 20: Moving, Lifting And Repositioning

    SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • When moving the machine, the operator must limit travel MOVING, LIFTING AND REPOSITIONING speed according to conditions of ground surface, conges- General tion, visibility, slope, location of personnel, and other fac- tors. • Never allow personnel in platform while moving, lifting •...

  • Page 21: Maintenance

    SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS MAINTENANCE • Do not replace items critical to stability, with items of differ- ent weight or specification. Do not modify unit in any way to affect stability. This sub-section contains general safety precautions which must be observed during maintenance of this machine. It is of utmost importance that maintenance personnel pay strict attention to these precautions to avoid possible injury to per- MODIFICATION OR ALTERATION OF AN AERIAL WORK PLATFORM SHALL BE...

  • Page 22: Section 2 - Preparation And Inspection

    SECTION 2 - PREPARATION AND INSPECTION SECTION 2. PREPARATION AND INSPECTION PERSONNEL TRAINING 7. Means to avoid the hazards of unprotected electrical conductors. The aerial platform is a personnel handling device; so it is neces- 8. Specific job requirements or machine application. sary it be operated and maintained only by trained personnel.

  • Page 23: Preparation, Inspection, And Maintenance

    JLG INDUSTRIES, INC. RECOGNIZES A FACTORY-TRAINED SERVICE TECHNI- and maintenance recommended by JLG Industries, Inc. Consult CIAN AS A PERSON WHO HAS SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED THE JLG SERVICE local regulations for further requirements for aerial work plat- TRAINING SCHOOL FOR THE SPECIFIC JLG PRODUCT MODEL.
  • Page 24 At intervals as specified in the Owner, Dealer, or User Qualified JLG Mechanic Service and Maintenance Man- Maintenance Service and Maintenance Man- ual. NOTE: Inspection forms are available from JLG. Use the Service and Maintenance Manual to perform inspections. 3121740...

  • Page 25: Pre-Start Inspection

    SECTION 2 - PREPARATION AND INSPECTION PRE-START INSPECTION DAILY WALK-AROUND INSPECTION General The Pre-Start Inspection should include each of the following: Begin the Walk-Around Inspection at item 1 (See Figure 2-1. on 1. Cleanliness – Check all surfaces for leakage, debris or page 2-6 and Figure 2-2.
  • Page 26 SECTION 2 - PREPARATION AND INSPECTION 4. Gates - Platform railings; entry gate in proper working order, closing properly. 5. Tool Tray - See Inspection Note. 6. Flywheel Handle - See Inspection Note. 7. Flywheel - See Inspection Note. 8. Emergency Lowering Tool - Check emergency lower- ing tool is attached on the chassis.
  • Page 27 SECTION 2 - PREPARATION AND INSPECTION 1. Swivel Castor 2. Platform 3. Auto-Lock Braked Wheels 4. Gates 5. Tool Tray 6. Flywheel Handle 7. Flywheel 8. Emergency Lowering Tool 9. Bubble Level Indicator 10. Mast Assembly 11. Lanyard Attach Point 12.
  • Page 28 SECTION 2 - PREPARATION AND INSPECTION 1. Swivel Castor 2. Platform 3. Auto-Lock Braked Wheels 4. Gates 5. Tool Tray 6. Flywheel Handle 7. Flywheel 8. Emergency Lowering Tool 9. Bubble Level Indicator 10. Mast Assembly 11. Lanyard Attach Point 12.

  • Page 29: Function Check

    SECTION 2 - PREPARATION AND INSPECTION FUNCTION CHECK 7. With the aid of an assistant, check the operation of the rear wheel auto locking brake mechanism. When the The function check of all systems should be performed in an platform is elevated and the mast is clear of the chas- area free of overhead and ground level obstructions.
  • Page 30 SECTION 2 - PREPARATION AND INSPECTION Rear Wheel Auto Locking Brake - Engaged Rear Wheel Auto Locking Brake - Disengaged Figure 2-3. Rear Wheel Auto Locking Brake 3121740...
  • Page 31 SECTION 2 - PREPARATION AND INSPECTION NOTES: 2-10 3121740...
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  • Page 33: Section 3 - Machine Operation

    SECTION 3 - MACHINE OPERATION SECTION 3. MACHINE OPERATION GENERAL MACHINE DESCRIPTION The machine is manually propelled push-a-round machine, with a work platform mounted to an elevating mast mechanism. The THE MANUFACTURER HAS NO DIRECT CONTROL OVER MACHINE APPLICA- personnel lift's intended purpose is to provide personnel (with TION AND OPERATION.

  • Page 34: Machine Component Locations

    SECTION 3 - MACHINE OPERATION MACHINE COMPONENT LOCATIONS 1. Mast Assembly 2. Platform 3. Platform Entry Gates 4. Flywheel and Handle 5. Tool Tray 6. Manual Holder 7. Emergency Lowering Tool 8. Front Caster 9. Front Foot Pads 10. Fork Lift Pockets 11.
  • Page 35 SECTION 3 - MACHINE OPERATION 1. Mast 2. Platform 3. Platform Entry Gates 4. Flywheel and Handle 5. Tool Tray 6. Manual Holder 7. Emergency Lowering Tool 8. Front Casters with Manual Brake 9. Fold-Down Platform Step 10. Fork Lift Pockets 11.

  • Page 36: Machine Operation

    3. Check that ALL wheels/support pads on the front/rear of machine are resting on the supporting surface. JLG RECOMMENDS THAT THE OPERATOR UTILIZES A FALL/TRAVEL RESTRAINT 4. EcoLift 50 - Once you have entered the platform SYSTEM IN THE PLATFORM WITH A LANYARD ATTACHED TO THE AUTHORIZED check that the front castor has retracted and machine LANYARD ANCHORAGE POINT IN THE PLATFORM.

  • Page 37: Entering/Exiting The Platform

    SECTION 3 - MACHINE OPERATION Entering/Exiting The Platform DO NOT EXCEED MAXIMUM PLATFORM CAPACITY. MAXIMUM CAPACITY INCLUDES PERSONNEL IN PLATFORM PLUS WEIGHT IN TOOL TRAY OR ANY OTHER WEIGHT PLACED IN PLATFORM. 1. Always maintain “three point contact” with the machine, using two hands and one foot or two feet and one hand at all times during entry and exit.

  • Page 38: Elevating/Lowering Platform

    SECTION 3 - MACHINE OPERATION Elevating/Lowering Platform Ensure the castor(s) are rolling freely, and that the platform is fully lowered in the transport position. Before disconnecting the 1. Check there are no overhead obstructions. machine from the winch cable, engage each castor brake. 2.

  • Page 39: Storage

    SECTION 3 - MACHINE OPERATION Figure 3-5. Transport Storage Upon removal from storage and prior to returning to use, If the machine is due to be stored for periods in excess of one ensure machine pre-operation checks are carried out thor- month, the following precautions should be taken: oughly.

  • Page 40: Decal Installation (Ecolift 50)

    SECTION 3 - MACHINE OPERATION DECAL INSTALLATION (ECOLIFT 50) Figure 3-6. Decal Installation (EcoLift 50) 3121740...
  • Page 41 SECTION 3 - MACHINE OPERATION Decal Installation Chart (See Figure 3-6.) Decal Installation Chart (See Figure 3-6.) Table 3-1. Table 3-1. EcoLift 50 EcoLift 50 ANSI - English CSA - French ANSI - English CSA - French ANSI -Spanish ANSI -Portuguese ANSI -Spanish ANSI -Portuguese Item...

  • Page 42: Decal Installation (Ecolift 70)

    SECTION 3 - MACHINE OPERATION DECAL INSTALLATION (ECOLIFT 70) Figure 3-7. Decal Installation (EcoLift 70) 3-10 3121740...
  • Page 43 SECTION 3 - MACHINE OPERATION Table 3-2. Decal Installation Chart (See Figure 3-7.) Table 3-2. Decal Installation Chart (See Figure 3-7.) EcoLift 70 EcoLift 70 ANSI - English CSA - French ANSI - Spanish ANSI - Portuguese ANSI - English CSA - French ANSI - Spanish ANSI - Portuguese...
  • Page 44 SECTION 3 - MACHINE OPERATION NOTES: 3-12 3121740...

  • Page 45: Section 4 - Emergency Procedures

    SECTION 4 - EMERGENCY PROCEDURES SECTION 4. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES GENERAL INFORMATION Platform Caught Overhead If the platform becomes jammed or snagged in overhead struc- This section explains the steps to be taken in case of an emer- tures or equipment, rescue the platform occupant prior to free- gency situation during operation.

  • Page 46: Incident Notification

    EMERGENCY LOWERING OPERATION JLG Industries, Inc. must be notified immediately of any incident involving a JLG product. Even if no injury or property damage is evident, the factory should be contacted by telephone and pro- DO NOT CLIMB OUT OF THE PLATFORM WHILE ELEVATED. THIS MAY AFFECT vided with all necessary details.
  • Page 47 SECTION 4 - EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 3. Keep clear of platform as it descends. 4. Depending on the height of the elevated platform, it may be necessary to extend the shaft of the lowering tool. 5. Turn the shaft lock counter-clockwise to extend and retract the lowering tool shaft, and clockwise to lock to the desired position.
  • Page 48 SECTION 4 - EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Figure 4-3. Emergency Lowering (Ecolift 50 and Ecolift 70) 3121740...

  • Page 49: Section 5. General Specifications

    SECTION 5 - GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS SECTION 5. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Other Publications Available Specific to this Machine Illustrated Parts Manual ANSI ....... 3121743 Service and Maintenance Manual ANSI .

  • Page 50: Machine Specifications

    SECTION 5 - GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS 5.1 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Table 5-1. Machine Specifications DESCRIPTION EcoLift 50 EcoLift 70 Machine Specifications Maximum Wind Force Indoor use only Table 5-1. Machine Specifications Maximum Wheel Load 260 lb (118 kg) 320 lb (145 kg) DESCRIPTION EcoLift 50 EcoLift 70...
  • Page 51 SECTION 5 - GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS 13 ft. 14 ft (4m) (4.2m) 9.84 ft 9.8 ft. (3m) (3m) 6.5 ft 6.5 ft. (2m) (2m) 3.3 ft. 3.28 ft (1m) (1m) Figure 5-1. Operating Specifications (EcoLift 50) Figure 5-2. Operating Specifications (EcoLift 70) 3121740...
  • Page 52 SECTION 5 - GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS NOTES: 3121740...

  • Page 53: Section 6. Inspection And Repair Log

    SECTION 6 - INSPECTION AND REPAIR LOG SECTION 6. INSPECTION AND REPAIR LOG Machine Serial Number _____________________________________ Table 6-1. Inspection and Repair Log DATE COMMENTS 3121740 – JLG Lift –...
  • Page 54 SECTION 6 - INSPECTION AND REPAIR LOG Table 6-1. Inspection and Repair Log DATE COMMENTS – JLG Lift – 3121740...
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