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Operation and Safety Manual Original Instructions - Keep this manual with the machine at all times. Models 12SP 15SP ANSI 3120774 June 29, 2018 - Rev N...
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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.
SECTION - FOREWORD FOREWORD This manual is a very important tool! Keep it with the machine at all times. 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.
SECTION - 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 possible injury or death CAUTION DANGER...
SECTION - SAFETY ALERT SYMBOLS AND SAFETY SIGNAL WORDS For : • Accident Reporting • Standards and Regulations THIS PRODUCT MUST COMPLY WITH ALL SAFETY RELATED BULLE- Compliance Information TINS. CONTACT JLG INDUSTRIES, INC. OR THE LOCAL AUTHORIZED • Product Safety Publica- JLG REPRESENTATIVE FOR INFORMATION REGARDING SAFETY tions •...
SECTION - REVISION LOG REVISION LOG Original Issue A - April 4, 1999 Revised B - March 7, 2000 Revised C - April 13, 2000 Revised D - April 20, 2000 Revised E - January 16, 2002 Revised F - January 20, 2006 Revised G - July 12, 2006 Revised...
SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SECTION 1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS GENERAL This section prescribes the proper and safe practices for major MODIFICATION OF THE MACHINE WITHOUT APPROVAL OF JLG INDUS- areas of machine usage which have been divided into three basic TRIES INC., OR CERTIFICATION BY A NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED TEST- categories: Transporting, Pre-Operation and Operation.
SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS PRE-OPERATIONAL SAFETY • Set-up machine for operation only on a smooth, firm level surface. • Ensure that operators of other overhead and floor level machines are aware of the aerial platforms presence. Dis- connect power to overhead cranes, barricade floor area if necessary.
SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS OPERATING SAFETY • Approved head gear (i.e. hard hat, etc.) must be worn when required by all operating and ground personnel. • Do not operate any machine on which danger, warning, • Read and obey all danger, warnings, cautions and operat- caution or instruction placards or decals are missing or ing instructions on machine and in this manual.
SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Figure 1-2. Always Look in the Direction of Movement. Watch for Overhead and Other Obstructions. • Do not attach overhanging loads to the platform or increase the platform size with unauthorized deck exten- sions or attachments. •...
SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • Transfers between a structure and the platform expose operators to fall potentials. this practice should be dis- couraged wherever possible. Where transfer must be accomplished to perform the job, two lanyards will be used and the platform must be within 1 foot (0.3 m) of the adjacent - safe and secure - structure.
SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • Always ensure that power tools are properly stowed and never left hanging by their cord from the platform work area. • Avoid accumulation of debris on platform work area. keep mud, oil, grease and other slippery substances from foot- wear and platform deck.
SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Electrocution Hazard Maintain a clearance of at least 10 ft (3m) between any part of the machine and its occupants, their tools, and their equipment from any electrical line or apparatus carrying up to 50,000 volts. One foot (0.3m) additional clearance is required for every additional 30,000 volts or less.
SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS TRANSPORTING TRANSPORT SAFETY Before transporting the machine the user/operator must be famil- • Fully lower and completely empty platform of tools and iar with the proper procedures for transporting the machine, as debris before moving machine. well as the weight and size of the machine.
SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Figure 1-6. Use Handles Provided On Mast Crossbar To Move Machine. Figure 1-7. Do Not Move Unit on Soft or Uneven • Always travel up or down a slope with the platform end of Surfaces or Over Obstructions, Bumps, Debris, Etc. the machine positioned towards the low side of the slope.
SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Figure 1-8. Two People May Be Required on Slopes Up To Five Degrees. Also Always Travel With Platform End On The Low Side of Slope. 1-10 – JLG Lift – 3120774...
SECTION 2 - USER RESPONSIBILITIES, MACHINE PREPARATION, AND INSPECTION SECTION 2. USER RESPONSIBILITIES, MACHINE PREPARATION, AND INSPECTION Personnel Training 6. The safest means to operate the machine where over- head obstructions, other moving equipment, obstacles, The aerial platform is a personnel handling device; so it is neces- depressions, holes, and drop-offs exist.
SECTION 2 - USER RESPONSIBILITIES, MACHINE PREPARATION, AND INSPECTION Preparation, Inspection, and Maintenance NOTICE The following table covers the periodic machine inspections and JLG INDUSTRIES, INC. RECOGNIZES A FACTORY-TRAINED SERVICE maintenance recommended by JLG Industries, Inc. Consult local TECHNICIAN AS A PERSON WHO HAS SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED regulations for further requirements for aerial work platforms.
SECTION 2 - USER RESPONSIBILITIES, MACHINE PREPARATION, AND INSPECTION Table 2-1. Inspection and Maintenance Table PRIMARY SERVICE TYPE FREQUENCY REFERENCE RESPONSIBILITY QUALIFICATION Pre-Start Inspec- Before using each day; or whenever there’s an Oper- User or Operator User or Operator Operator and Safety Manual tion ator change.
SECTION 2 - USER RESPONSIBILITIES, MACHINE PREPARATION, AND INSPECTION Pre-Start Inspection The Pre-Start Inspection should include each of the following: IF THE MACHINE DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY, TURN OFF THE MACHINE IMMEDIATELY! REPORT THE PROBLEM TO THE PROPER MAIN- 1. Cleanliness – Check all surfaces for leakage (oil, fuel, TENANCE PERSONNEL.
SECTION 2 - USER RESPONSIBILITIES, MACHINE PREPARATION, AND INSPECTION DAILY WALK-AROUND INSPECTION 1. Wheels and Casters - Properly secured, wheels and casters turn freely and are properly lubricated. Check for It is the user/operator’s responsibility to inspect the machine any visible damage. before the start of each workday.
SECTION 2 - USER RESPONSIBILITIES, MACHINE PREPARATION, AND INSPECTION 8. Mast Installation - Mast sections properly secured, no In addition to the Daily Walk-Around Inspection, be sure to include visible damage to mast sections, no loose or missing the following as part of the daily inspection: parts, slide pads properly secured.
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SECTION 2 - USER RESPONSIBILITIES, MACHINE PREPARATION, AND INSPECTION NOTES: – JLG Lift – 3120774...
SECTION 3 - MACHINE CONTROLS AND INDICATORS SECTION 3. MACHINE CONTROLS AND INDICATORS OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS AND Capacities LIMITATIONS Raising the platform above the stowed position is based on the fol- lowing criteria: General • The machine is positioned on a smooth, firm level surface. A thorough knowledge of the operating characteristics and limita- •...
SECTION 3 - MACHINE CONTROLS AND INDICATORS CONTROLS AND INDICATORS EMERGENCY Ground Control Station STOP BUTTON (See Figure 3-1.) NOTE: When the machine is shut down for overnight parking or battery charging, be sure the POWER ON/OFF KEY POWER ON/OFF SWITCH is positioned to OFF to prevent draining the bat- KEY SWITCH teries.
SECTION 3 - MACHINE CONTROLS AND INDICATORS 3. HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR/CIRCUIT BREAKER/FUSE 4. MANUAL DESCENT VALVE Knob (located inside ground control station housing) This (RED) knob, located under the base frame at the rear The hydraulic reservoir is housed inside the ground con- of the machine, (See Figure 3-2.), provides for lowering of trol station, the hydraulic oil level can be checked through the platform in the event of an emergency or power failure.
SECTION 3 - MACHINE CONTROLS AND INDICATORS Platform Control Station 5. AUXILILARY LOWERING DEVICE Button (OPTION) (See Figure 3-3.) This button located on the mast behind the platform con- trol station, will in the event of a loss of power from the 1.
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SECTION 4 - MACHINE OPERATION SECTION 4. MACHINE OPERATION 4.1 MACHINE DESCRIPTION instructions and warning’s be reviewed periodically. The JLG per- sonnel lift is designed to provide efficient and safe operation when SP machines are manually propelled machines, with a platform maintained and operated in accordance with instructions and mounted to an elevating aluminum mast mechanism.
SECTION 4 - MACHINE OPERATION 4.2 GENERAL 4.3 BATTERY CHARGING This section provides the necessary information needed to oper- These machines are equipped standard with 12 volt, 10 amp ate the machine. Included in this section are the procedures for output battery chargers (120V-AC/60Hz or 100-240V-AC/50/60Hz set-up, raising, lowering, platform loading and transporting.
SECTION 4 - MACHINE OPERATION Abnormal Cycle Indicator LED 2. Connect the battery charger AC power cord receptacle to a properly grounded AC electrical outlet, use a suit- If the ABNORMAL CYCLE indicator LED should come on during able extension cord. the normal charging cycle of the batteries, it could indicate any of 3.
SECTION 4 - MACHINE OPERATION 4.4 MACHINE SET-UP AND OPERATION Floor Stop Operation (See Figure 4-5.) The following sequence of set-up procedures must be followed to safely operate this machine. 1. Located on both sides of the machine under the base frame, behind either of the front caster wheels, are the 1.
SECTION 4 - MACHINE OPERATION Raising and Lowering the Platform 1. Enter platform and close the entry gate, see Section 4.5, PLATFORM CONFIGURATIONS. 2. Attach your fall protection harness to the applicable lan- yard attachment on the machine. NOTE: On the platform control panel the FUNCTION ENABLE (green button) must be depressed simultaneously with either the UP or DOWN button in order for these functions to work.
SECTION 4 - MACHINE OPERATION 4.5 PLATFORM CONFIGURATIONS white button) on the platform control panel simultane- ously. Upon reaching desired elevation level release UP Platform Loading and FUNCTION ENABLE buttons. The platform maximum rated load capacity is shown on a placard located on the platform control panel and is based upon the fol- lowing criteria.
SECTION 4 - MACHINE OPERATION StockPicking Platform Operation (See Figure 4-6. and Figure 4-7.) The stockpicking platform is available in two (2) versions. • Fixed side-rail version • Folding side-rail version CAUTION OCK/ THE STOCKPICKER PLATFORM ALLOWS THE MACHINE TO BE OPER- ATED IN AN OPEN RAIL CONFIGURATION (SEE ILLUSTRATION).
SECTION 4 - MACHINE OPERATION Extendible Platform - Lanyard Attachment The main lanyard attach point for 12/15SP machines equipped with the extendible platform option is located on the lower left side CAUTION of the mast platform header, just behind the operators platform. JLG INDUSTRIES, INC.
SECTION 4 - MACHINE OPERATION Side Entry Platform with Material Tray - OPTION Platform Gate Alarm - OPTION To determine if your machine is equipped with the platform gate alarm, look for a wire harness exiting the lower platform rail, near the center at the rear of the platform.
SECTION 4 - MACHINE OPERATION 4.6 QUICK-CHANGE PLATFORM MOUNTING Quick-Change platform mounts which allow quick removal and installation of currently available quick-change platforms. NOTE: 12/15SP Models require the installation of the Quick- Change mount kit to use Quick-Change Platforms. Platform Removal 5.
SECTION 4 - MACHINE OPERATION 4.7 STOWING MACHINE 4.8 TRANSPORTING, LIFTING AND TIE DOWN General 1. Ensure that platform is fully lowered, turn POWER ON/ OFF key switch (on the Ground Control Station) to the The machine may be transported from work-site to work-site using OFF position.
SECTION 4 - MACHINE OPERATION Lifting If it becomes necessary to lift the machine, use suitable lifting FAILURE TO HEED THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS COULD CAUSE THE equipment capable of handling the weight of the machine UNIT TO TIP OVER OR BE HARD TO CONTROL WHEN BEING MOVED WHICH COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH DUE TO BEING NOTE: Fork lifts, cranes, chains, slings, etc.
SECTION 4 - MACHINE OPERATION 4.9 RUG CARRIER ACCESSORY (OPTION) NOTE: The Rug Carrier Accessory is intended for use in hanging and removal of rugs in hanging display racks only. Use for any other purpose is not authorized by JLG. CORNER General TIE DOW N...
SECTION 4 - MACHINE OPERATION Hanging a Rug using the Rug Carrier Accessory 9. As required reposition and elevate the lift to completely Arms attach the rug. The following is a description for use of the Rug Carrier accessory in hanging rugs on horizontal pivoting arm display racks. 1.
SECTION 4 - MACHINE OPERATION Removing a Rug using Rug Carrier Accessory Arms This section describes the use of the Rug Carrier accessory in removing a rug from a horizontal pivoting arm display rack. 1. Select the intended location in the display for removal of the rug.
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SECTION 4 - MACHINE OPERATION 9. Remove the rug from the Rug Carrier Accessory. If required, use an assistant to unload the rug from the Rug Carrier Accessory Arms. 10. Replace the Rug Hanger Accessory arms to the stowed posi- tion for normal operation.
SECTION 5 - OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT SECTION 5. OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Amber Beacon Light The revolving amber beacon flashes any time the machine power The following optional equipment is available for SP machines: is turned on, this helps alert others of the presence and operation Extra Power Pack of the machine.
SECTION 5 - OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Machine Cycle Counter Meter The Cycle Counter Meter is located on the Ground Control Sta- tion. This meter tracks the number of cycles the mast travels up and down during macheine operation. This information can be used to determine maintenance intervals and other for other infor- mational purposes when recorded over a specific period of time.
SECTION 6 - EMERGENCY PROCEDURES SECTION 6. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES GENERAL INFORMATION INCIDENT NOTIFICATION This section explains the steps to be taken in case of an emer- JLG Industries, Inc. must be notified immediately of any incident gency situation during operation. involving a JLG product.
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SECTION 7 - GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND OPERATOR MAINTENANCE SECTION 7. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND OPERATOR MAINTENANCE Introduction Other Publications Available Specific to this Machine: Service and Maintenance Manual: This section of the manual provides additional necessary informa- tion to the operator for proper operation and maintenance of this ANSI.
SECTION 7 - GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND OPERATOR MAINTENANCE Machine Component Weights SPECIFICATION 12SP AND 15SP Platform Weight : StockPicker Platform: 65 lb. (30 kg) DC Voltage Battery Pack: (Wet Cell) 70 lb. (32 kg) Serial Number Locations For machine identification, a serial number plate is affixed to the machine.
SECTION 7 - GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND OPERATOR MAINTENANCE Operator Maintenance Battery NOTE: This information applies to wet cell batteries only. Do not attempt to open a maintenance-free sealed battery. The battery fluid level should be approximately 1/8" (3mm) below vent tubes. (See Illustration) Keep cable connections clean and free of corrosion.
SECTION 7 - GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND OPERATOR MAINTENANCE Lubrication Hydraulic Oil (HO) Table 7-1. - Lubrication Specifications SPECIFICATIONS HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OPERATING SAE VISCOSITYGRADE TEMPERATURE RANGE MPG - Multipurpose Grease having a minimum dripping point of 350° F. Excellent water resistance and adhesive qualities, and being of +0°...
SECTION 7 - GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND OPERATOR MAINTENANCE SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION The following information is provided in accordance with the requirements of the European Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC and is only applicable to CE machines. For electric powered machines, the equivalent continuous A- Weighted sound pressure level at the work platform is less than 70dB(A).
SECTION 8 - INSPECTION AND REPAIR LOG SECTION 8. INSPECTION AND REPAIR LOG Machine Serial Number: _________________________ Table 8-1. Inspection and Repair Log Date Comments 3120774 – JLG Lift –...
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SECTION 8 - INSPECTION AND REPAIR LOG Machine Serial Number: _________________________ Table 8-1. Inspection and Repair Log Date Comments – JLG Lift – 3120774...
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