Contents 1. INTRODUCTION AND WARRANTY CONDITIONS 1.1 I NTRODUCTION 1.2 W ARRANTY CONDITIONS 2. GENERAL INFORMATION 3. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS, LEGUAN 165 4. SIGNS AND STICKERS 5. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5.1 B EFORE STARTING OPERATION 5.2 R ISK OF TIPPING OVER 5.3 R ISK OF FALLING 5.4 R...
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_________________________________________________________________________________ 15.10 A DJUSTMENTS OF THE YDRAULIC SYSTEM 15.11 O VERLOAD CONTROL COMPONENTS 15.12 E LECTRIC SENSORS 15.13 T ESTING OF SAFETY VALVES 16. REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS 16.1 W ELDING 17. INSTRUCTIONS FOR TEMPORARY STORAGE 18. INSTRUCTIONS FOR DISPOSING OF THE MACHINE 19.
1. INTRODUCTION AND WARRANTY CONDITIONS 1.1 Introduction LEGUAN LIFTS wants to thank you for purchasing this Leguan access platform. It is the result of Leguan’s long experience in design and manufacturing of access equipment. We ask you that you read and understand the contects of this manual completely before operating the access platform.
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_________________________________________________________________________________ Parts that have been changed in the warranty repair will remain Leguan Lifts’ property without compensation. Warranty does not cover: damages caused by wrong or negligent use of this product, or mischief any repairs or modfications to the product, performed without the prior authorisation of...
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SUUNNITTELUSSA: EN280:2015 FOLLOWING EUROPEAN HARMONIZED STANDARDS ARE USED WHEN THE MACHINERY WAS DESIGNED: EN280:2015 Teknisen tiedoston on valtuutettu kokoamaan: LEGUAN LIFTS OY Storage address of original documents: Ylötie 1, FI-33470 Ylöjärvi, Finland Ilmoitettu laitos/Notified Body INSPECTA TARKASTUS OY, NB0424 Testausraportti/Test Report No.
_________________________________________________________________________________ 2. GENERAL INFORMATION LEGUAN 165 is a self propelled Mobile Elevating Work Platform – or commonly called access platform, designed for indoor and outdoor use. An access platform is destined for lifting of persons and their equipment only. It is not allowed to use an access platform as a crane.
_________________________________________________________________________________ 3. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS, LEGUAN 165 Working height 16,4 m Max. platform height 14,4 m Max. outreach 7,85 m Safe working load 230 kg Transport length 5051 mm Transport length without platform 4301 mm 23” wheels Transport height, 2113 mm...
_________________________________________________________________________________ 5. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The operator must know and follow all safety instructions. The operator must receive sufficient instructions in ordert to be able to use the lift correctly and safely. This Operators Manual must always be kept in the box on the platform. ATTENTION ! In order to prevent unpermitted use of the access platform, take the main battery disconnect key that is located on ground level and the engine ignition key, if fitted, with you after ending...
In order to ensure the safe operation of this access platform the manufacturer has conducted approved tests for the LEGUAN 165 in accordance with the standard EN280:2015 : static stability test in accordance with paragraph 6.1.4.2.1 and dynamic overload tests in accordance with paragraph 6.1.4.3 of the EN280:2015.
_________________________________________________________________________________ 5.4 Risk of collision - Adjust the drive speed so that it is safe with regard to the ground conditions. - The operator must follow all regulations concerning the use of safety equipment on the work site. - Make sure that there are no overhead obstacles on the work site that could prohibit lifting of the platform, or objects that might cause a collision.
_________________________________________________________________________________ 5.7 Daily inspection before starting operation - ground - controls - supports - driving area - horizontal levelling - platform - emergency stop button - oil leakages - emergency lowering - working area ATTENTION! If you note faults or missing equipment on this access platform, do not put it into operation before the faults have been corrected.
_________________________________________________________________________________ 6. CONTROLS AND SWITCHES 6.1 Controls in platform The controls and indicators on the control panel at platform may be slightly different in different models. Indicators and switches that are marked as options are not mounted on all models. 20 21 22 Picture 5.
_________________________________________________________________________________ 6.2 Controls at ground level 6.2.1 Battery disconnect switch at ground level Battery disconnect switch connects and disconnects the circuit from the + line of the battery. When main current is switched off, all low voltage functions are cut off except for emergency lowering.
_________________________________________________________________________________ 6.2.4 230V - Connection and switches (Option) 1. 230V 50Hz, 16A connecting cable 2. Switch of residual current device. The switch must be in ”ON” position in order that any 230V device will work, including the 230V outlets. With the TEST button one can test the function of the residual current device, and also if there is 230V current coming from the network.
_________________________________________________________________________________ 6.2.6 Safety functions override in emergency situations - Safety functions override switch (Picture 9 (8)) allows the user to override the emergency stop switch in the platform and the platform load monitoring OR outrigger monitoring. Override switch works only when lower controls have been selected (Picture 9 (1)) - Outrigger monitoring override can only be used when all outriggers are raised from the ground and Drive mode is selected in the platform’s function selector switch (Picture 5) - Outrigger monitoring override is only meant for lifting the platform when the platform has...
_________________________________________________________________________________ 7. STARTING THE ENGINE / ELECTRIC MOTOR Read carefully this Operators Manual and also the Operators Manual for the engine before starting operation. Read and understand all safety instructions before starting operation. It is the operator’s responsibility to follow all operating and safety instructions. This access platform is destined for lifting of persons and additional load only.
_________________________________________________________________________________ 7.1 Additional instructions for winter use The minimum allowed operating temperature for the lifter is -20 °C. Do the actions listed below when the temperature is below 0 °C in addition to the normal actions when starting to use the lift. 1.
They way the machine moves and turns depends also on ground conditions – start the driving carefully and at low speed. Transmission of the LEGUAN 165 is hydrostatic. Each wheel is equipped with a hydraulic motor - the machine is four wheel drive.
_________________________________________________________________________________ 8.1 Defining the gradient of the slope Measure the slope with a digital clinometer, or do as follows: Take a water level, a straight piece of wood at least 1 m long, and a pocket tape measure. Put the wood stick on the gradient. Put the water level on the lower edge of the stick and lift the stick until it is in horizontal position.
_________________________________________________________________________________ 8.2.1 Instructions for working environment In order to increase the lifespan of the track system avoid driving on the following terrains or work sites: • Environments with crushed stone, iron bars, scrap metal or similar recycling material. Rubber tracks are not designed for this kind of environments. •...
If the green indicator of boom lifting is lit when the outriggers are not correctly deployed, the operation of this access platform is not allowed! Contact nearest Leguan service!
4. The booms are operated with the control levers of the boom control valve at platform – or with the control levers of lower controls, if fitted. 5. LEGUAN 165 is equipped with an overload control system which prevents boom movements in case the 230 kg safe working load is exceeded. Should this happen, there is an audible warning signal and an indicator lights up at the control panel.
_________________________________________________________________________________ 11. EMERGENCY LOWERING If the power supply for some reason cuts off (e.g. no fuel or electricity cuts off, or connecting cable fails) the booms can be lowered as follows: 1. The lift is equipped with an electric emergency lowering system. There are emergency lowering buttons both on the platform and at ground level (p.
_________________________________________________________________________________ 12. ENDING THE OPERATION After ending operation: 1. Lower the booms down to transport position. 2. Lift the outriggers completely up to transport position. 3. Stop the engine/motor by turning the ignition switch to 0 position. 4. Remove safety harnesses from the platform and take them with you (harnesses must be kept in their place and in their box/package).
_________________________________________________________________________________ 13. TRANSPORTING INSTRUCTIONS Lower the booms down to transport position and lift the outriggers completely up to transport position. ATTENTION! Transporting of this access platform is allowed in its transport position only. No persons or materials are allowed to be transported on the platform. The outriggers are equipped (picture 10) with lifting points from which the machine can be lifted if necessary.
Make sure that all inspectations have been made according to local regulations ATTENTION! All spare parts – especially electric components and sensors – must be original Leguan parts. Always remember when handling the battery: • Battery contains corrosive sulfuric acid – handle the battery with care! •...
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If you find a fault, operation of the access platform must be stopped immediately and the hose or the component must be replaced. Contact Leguan service.
_________________________________________________________________________________ 15. SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS 15.1 Services and checks, maintenance schedule Regarding the service of the engine see also engine manufacturer’s Operators Manual = EM CH = Check CL= Clean R = Replace A = Adjust F = First service at 50 h Operation day month 100 h 200 h /...
23*10.50-12 grass profile 3.0 bar (43 PSI) 23*10.50-12 TR profile 3.0 bar (43 PSI) Leguan TeHo trailer 6.0 bar (87 PSI) Do not exceed maximum inflation pressures marked on the tyres. Wear pads on the telescopic boom must be checked every 5 years max.
_________________________________________________________________________________ 15.4 Handling of fuel and refueling Check fuel level and refuel if necessary (fuel tank cap, no. 6). In diesel engine use DIESEL fuel only, see also Kubota Operators Manual. Use of other fuels is not allowed. Make sure not to let the fuel tank get empty. Should this happen, refuel and restart –...
_________________________________________________________________________________ 15.7 Battery check In order to secure the starting and safe operation the battery must be checked regularly. Inspect and clean battery terminals regularly. Check also condition and fastening of battery cables and terminal insulators. Make sure that battery cables cannot chafe against any sharp edges.
_________________________________________________________________________________ 15.9 Water level check Correct position of the water level (on top of the control valve box at ground level) in relation to the upper surface of the slewing ring must be checked in accordance with the maintenance schedule, or if there is reason to believe that the position of the water level has changed: Make sure that the booms are in transport position and put a water level on the slewing ring.
To tare the load sensor you need a programming tool. The tool is available for authorized dealers and service companies. Instructions are available from Leguan Lifts. NEVER OVERLOAD THE MACHINE!
_________________________________________________________________________________ 15.12 Electric sensors Lower transport support sensor is located in the back of the chassis behind a protective netting (Picture 22, taken from front to back). The height position of the sensor is adjusted while the boom is in transport position. When the boom is on the support the position of the sensor is adjusted by the fixing plate.
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_________________________________________________________________________________ The third sensor monitoring the transport position is the JIB-boom sensor (picture 24). The sensor measures whether the JIB-boom is in transport position or not. The sensor is located at the tip of the telescope boom on the top surface. The sensor is adjusted like the two sensors before.
_________________________________________________________________________________ 15.13 Testing of safety valves Booms’ safety valves must be tested once every year. Lifespan of these safety valves is 30 years and after that they must be changed to new valves. Follow the following steps when testing the valves: 1.
_________________________________________________________________________________ 16. REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS 16.1 Welding All load carrying steel parts are manufactured from S420MC EN10149 sheet and S355J2H EN10219 tube. Welding repairs are only allowed to be carried out by professional welders. When welding, use only methods and additives suited for above mentioned steel qualities. SFS EN-ISO 5817 quality level D of imperfections in welding is suitable for all weldings, except for load carrying parts.
_________________________________________________________________________________ 19. TROUBLESHOOTING Following table shows eventual failures and malfunctions of the access platform and the ways how to repair them. PROBLEM REASON CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine/electric motor does not The booms are not properly Lower the booms down to start when ignition switch is down on the transport supports, transport supports by using moved to START position.
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_________________________________________________________________________________ PROBLEM REASON CORRECTIVE ACTION Electric motor does not start Mains 230V cable is not Connect 230V mains, min. 16A when ignition switch is moved to connected to network. wall socket fuse. Make sure that START position. the socket is electrified. Engine/electric motor selector Move switch to electric motor switch at platform is in engine...
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_________________________________________________________________________________ PROBLEM REASON CORRECTIVE ACTION Boom(s) come down by itself. Dirt in load control valve or Clean valve with compressed air, if that doesn’t help change faulty valve. valve. Dirt in emergency lowering Clean valve with compressed air, if that doesn’t help change valve or faulty valve.
_________________________________________________________________________________ 20. PERFORMED SERVICES It is advisable to write down all service operations that are included in the periodical service. All services that have been made during the warranty period must be noted on the list below, otherwise the manufacturer’s warranty will void. The service operations mentioned in the maintenance schedule on chapter 15.1 shall be noted as follows: First Service (50 hours), 100 hour Service, 200 hour / 1 Year Service etc.
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