Section 5 - Operation; Energize The Base Control Console; Raise Or Lower The Platform With The Base Control Console - Skyjack SJ3215 Operation Manual

Section 5 – Operation
WARNING
Do not operate this MEWP without authorization
and training. If you do not obey, there is a risk of
death or serious injury.
Do these tasks in sequence before MEWP operation:
1. Visual and daily maintenance inspections. Refer
to Section 4.2.
2. Function tests. Refer to
3. Worksite inspection. Refer to
4. If a risk assessment finds that a rescue plan
is necessary, make sure you have a system of
communication. The communication must be
between the personnel on the platform and
the selected support personnel. The selected
support personnel must know how to use the
base controls to lower the platform.
WARNING
Do not operate the MEWP if:
It does not operate correctly
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It is damaged, or shows worn or missing
▪
parts
The safety devices are tampered with or
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disabled
It is locked and tagged for servicing or repair
▪
It was modified without permission from
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Skyjack and the MEWP owner.
If you do not obey, there is a risk of death or
serious injury.
SJ3215, SJ3219, SJ3220, SJ3226, SJ4726, SJ4732, SJ4740
Section 4.3.
Section 2.4.
5.1 Energize the base control
console
1. Turn the main power disconnect switch to the
on position.
2. Pull the emergency-stop button on the base
control console.
WARNING
If you do not hear a beep, and the light does not
come on, lock and tag the MEWP . Remove the
MEWP for servicing. If you do not obey, there is a
risk of death or serious injury.
3. Turn the off/platform/base key switch to the
base position.
5.2 Raise or lower the
platform with the base
control console
1. Energize the base control console (refer to
Section 5.1).
2. Turn and hold the off/platform/base key switch
to the base position.
WARNING
Look for overhead obstructions or other possible
hazards around the MEWP when you raise the
platform. Do not lower the platform unless the
area below is clear of personnel and obstructions.
If you do not obey, there is a risk of death or
serious injury.
3. Turn and hold the lower/neutral/raise switch to
the raise or lower position and hold it to raise or
lower the platform. Release the switch to stop.
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