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- Page 1 SD64 Operating & Safety Instructions MODEL SD64 SERIES SCALE 1.000 Niftylift Limited 1525 S. Buncombe Road Greer SC 29651 www.niftylift.com e-mail: niftyusa@niftylift.com Tel: 864-968-8881 Fax: 864-968-8836 M50407/04...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions Table of Contents Introduction and General Information FOREWORD SCOPE INTRODUCING THE NIFTYLIFT SELF-DRIVE (SD) SERIES GENERAL SPECIFICATION IDENTIFICATION (USA PLATE) EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (Typical) Safety MANDATORY PRECAUTIONS ENVIRONMENTAL LIMITATIONS NOISE AND VIBRATION TEST REPORT... -
Page 4: Introduction And General Information
SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions Introduction and General Information FOREWORD The purpose of these manuals is to provide the customer with appropriate safety operating and maintenance instructions essential for proper machine operation. All information in these manuals should be READ and fully UNDERSTOOD before any attempt is made to operate the machine. -
Page 5: Scope
SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions SCOPE These operating instructions contain all the necessary information required to allow the safe operation of any Niftylift SD64 4x4x4, powered by a diesel (D) engine. For further technical information, circuit diagrams and specific instructions for all maintenance which may need to be carried out by specialist trained personnel, see the associated Workshop and Parts manual for your model of Niftylift Self-Drive. -
Page 6: General Specification
SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions GENERAL SPECIFICATION FEATURE SD64 4x4x4 MAXIMUM HEIGHT - WORKING 70ft 2in MAXIMUM HEIGHT - BASKET 64ft MAXIMUM HEIGHT – STOWED 7ft 3in (Galaxy 33/1550-16.5 Tires) MAXIMUM HEIGHT – STOWED FOR TRANSPORTING 7ft 5in (Galaxy 33/1550-16.5 Tires) - Page 7 SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions FEATURE SD64 4x4x4 GRADEABILITY 24º TRAVERSING SLOPE 10º FUEL TANK CAPACITY 21 US gallons TURNING RADIUS (INSIDE) – 2 WHEEL STEER 11ft 10ins TURNING RADIUS (INSIDE) – 4 WHEEL STEER 5ft 3ins CONTROL SYSTEM VOLTAGE – MAXIMUM CURRENT –...
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Page 8: Identification (Usa Plate)
SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions IDENTIFICATION (USA PLATE) This manufacturer’s plate is attached to the Base on each machine at the time of manufacture on every Niftylift. Please ensure all sections have been stamped and are legible. USA – 04/16... -
Page 9: Ec Declaration Of Conformity (Typical)
SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (Typical) USA – 04/16 Issue 04... -
Page 10: Safety
SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions Safety MANDATORY PRECAUTIONS When operating your Niftylift, your safety is of utmost concern. In order to fully appreciate all aspects of the machine’s operation it should be ensured that each operator has READ and fully UNDERSTOOD the relevant manual covering machine use, maintenance and servicing. - Page 11 SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions 2.1.9 Never position any part of the Niftylift within the Minimum Approach Distances of any electrical power line, conductor, or similar stated in Occupational Safety and Health Administration Regulations for CFR 1910.333(c) for Minimum Approach Distance for electrical wires.
- Page 12 SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions 2.1.21 It shall be the responsibility of the user to determine the hazard classification of any particular atmosphere or location. Aerial platforms operated in hazardous locations shall be approved and of the type required. (For the USA refer to ANSI/NFPA 505) 2.1.22...
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Page 13: Environmental Limitations
SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions 2.1.37 The operator must ensure that the controls are not obstructed (e.g. by tools or equipment) and clear access to the Emergency Stop is available at all times. 2.1.38 All persons in the basket must take suitable precautions to prevent items falling or being ejected from the basket. -
Page 14: Noise And Vibration
SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions NOISE AND VIBRATION The airborne noise emission on the Self-drive range of machines does not exceed 79dB(A), measured at a perpendicular distance of 4m, under equivalent continuous A-weighted sound pressure test conditions. This was based on a Diesel powered machine, working under load. All other models will exhibit significantly lower emissions than this figure, dependant on power option. -
Page 15: Preparation And Inspection
SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions Preparation and Inspection UNPACKING Since the manufacturer has no direct control over the shipping or carriage of any Niftylift it is the responsibility of the dealer and/or owner and/or leaser to ensure the Niftylift has not been damaged in transit and a Pre-operational Report has been carried out by a qualified engineer before the aerial basket is put into service. -
Page 16: Pre-Operational Safety Check Schedules
SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions PRE-OPERATIONAL SAFETY CHECK SCHEDULES Before use at the beginning of the work shift, the Niftylift shall be given a visual inspection and functional tests including, but not limited to the following. It is recommended that these be performed at regular intervals as indicated on each checklist. - Page 17 SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions 3.3.3 MONTHLY SAFETY CHECKS Check the engine oil level (if applicable). Check the wheel nuts (torque 110ft lbs / 150Nm). Check that the bolts holding the wheel motors to the chassis are secure. Check outriggers for condition, security and operation.
- Page 18 SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions UK, NETHERLANDS, GERMANY, POLAND, SCANDINAVIA, CANADA, RUSSIA 14 years FRANCE, ITALY, USA (NORTH EAST STATES) 11 years SPAIN, GREECE, TURKEY, CHINA, USA (MID WEST STATES), AUSTRALIA (TASMANIA) 9.5 years MALAYSIA, INDONESIA 8 years USA (SOUTH STATES), SOUTH AMERICA, AUSTRALIA (VICTORIA, NEW SOUTH WALES) 7.5 years...
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Page 19: Placard, Decals & Installation
Cage Control Panel P23666 Hydraulic Controls – 6 Levers P14020 If Tilt Alarm Sounds P18842 Overload Warning P18848 Head Protection P14921 Nifty SD64 - Grey P19421 Hazard Tape Niftylift.Com P14390 ‘1,2,3,4’ Grey P17000 General Warning P24900 Tie Down Points P17556... - Page 20 SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions Noise Warning P17124 Outrigger Controls P19192 General Notice P21941 Hot surfaces/Moving machinery P22314 Cage Tie-Down Warning P21404 Rotating Machinery (USA) P15010 Gearbox Disengage P19180 SiOPS Instructions P22820 Horn P23739 Pressurised Tank P16365 Clunk Click...
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Page 22: Torque Requirements
SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions TORQUE REQUIREMENTS BOLT QUALITY/SIZE Tightening torque in lbs ft (Nm) Plated Unplated Grade 10.9 12.9 10.9 12.9 5 (7) 8 (10) 9 (12) 6 (8) 8 (11) 10 (13) 13 (17) 18 (25) 22 (29) -
Page 23: Operation
SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions Operation CONTROL CIRCUIT COMPONENTS 4.1.1 MAIN CONTROL BOARD: - Situated under the left-hand superstructure cover, the encapsulated control board comprises a PCB (printed circuit board) design that incorporates all of the circuit to control the machine operation. - Page 24 SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions With the booms in the stowed position, the operator is allowed to drive the machine and negotiate slopes up to 10 without activating the tilt alarm (Refer to 4.1.3). Because of the restricted visibility over the engine canopy, an electric luffing switch has been provided.
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Page 25: Setting Up Procedures
SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions SETTING UP PROCEDURES FAILURE TO DEPLOY THE OUTRIGGERS CORRECTLY COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY. ALL MODELS Read and fully comply with all safety precautions and operating instructions in the Operating and Safety manual and the warning decals on the machine. -
Page 26: Ground Control Operation
SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions GROUND CONTROL OPERATION ALWAYS ALLOW THE ENGINE TO WARM UP BEFORE OPERATION. 4.3.1 GROUND CONTROL INSTRUCTIONS ALL MODELS Check below, above and around the basket for any obstructions or hazards before operating any function. - Page 27 SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions BASE CONTROL STATION 1 Emergency Stop PUSH to stop machine TURN CLOCKWISE to release 2 Diesel Glow/Start Selector TURN ANTI-CLOCKWISE – Glow; Release or Off TURN CLOCKWISE – Start positions 3 Basket Overload Alarm Light ON –...
- Page 28 SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions Select lever 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 for desired boom function. 1 Operates Basket levelling UP for backwards DOWN for forward 2 Operates Flyboom UP for up DOWN for down 3 Operates Telescoping...
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Page 29: Basket Control Operation
SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions BASKET CONTROL OPERATION NEVER START THE NIFTYLIFT IF YOU SMELL GASOLINE, LIQUID PROPANE OR DIESEL. THESE FUELS ARE FLAMMABLE. BEFORE OPERATING THE NIFTYLIFT ENSURE THAT EACH OPERATOR HAS READ AND FULLY UNDERSTOOD THE OPERATING MANUAL. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY. - Page 30 SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions BASKET CONTROL STATION 1 Emergency Stop Push to Stop machine Turn clockwise to release 2 Cage enable Left = OFF Right = ON 3 Variable Speed Control Clockwise increases speed Anti-clockwise decreases speed 4 Green Power Button...
- Page 31 SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions BOOM FUNCTIONS Push and hold green "Power Control" button. Select lever 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 for desired function. 1 Operates Basket Rotation UP for clockwise DOWN for anti-clockwise 2 Operates Flyboom...
- Page 32 SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions To reset the footswitch: Release the load from the front of the console. Ensure cage controls are in the neutral position and clear of objects. Raise foot clear of footswitch then lower foot onto footswitch.
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Page 33: Driving Controls
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Page 34: Outriggers
SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions OUTRIGGERS Before elevating the booms, the operator must first deploy and set up each of the outriggers using the switches on the basket console until the base is level. The level of the machine can be checked using the spirit level located on top of the base. -
Page 35: Basket Weigh System (Optional)
SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions BASKET WEIGH SYSTEM (Optional) 4.7.1 LOAD CELL VERSION The Niftylift SD210 is fitted with an electronic load cell. This load cell is a moment-independent, redundant design. This means that independent of the load position inside the basket of the machine, the actual load is measured and if pre-configured limit values are exceeded, warnings will be activated. -
Page 36: Transporting, Towing, Craneage, Storage And Setting To Work
SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions TRANSPORTING, TOWING, CRANEAGE, STORAGE AND SETTING TO WORK 4.8.1 TRANSPORTING If a Niftylift is to be moved over a longer distance, whether the machine is trailer mounted, vehicle mounted, self propelled or tracked, the following procedure should be read before restraints are attached to the machine. - Page 37 SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions 4.8.2 TOWING DO NOT TOW MACHINE WITHOUT FOLLOWING THE TOWING PROCEDURE AS DESCRIBED IN SECTION 5.4 OF THIS MANUAL. 4.8.3 CRANEAGE Observe all of the limitations relating to straps and chains stated above under ‘Transporting’.
- Page 38 SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions 4.8.5 SETTING TO WORK Before use each day and at the beginning of each shift the machine shall be given a visual and functional test including, but not limited to, the following; Check all lubrication points for adequate application of grease, oil etc.
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Page 39: Emergency Controls
SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions Emergency Controls GENERAL CHECKING THE OPERATION OF THE EMERGENCY CONTROLS EVERY DAY AND/OR BEFORE EACH SHIFT IS AN ESSENTIAL PART OF THE OPERATOR'S DUTIES The operator and all ground personnel must be thoroughly familiar with the location and operation of the EMERGENCY CONTROLS. - Page 40 SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions 5.3.1 BOOM OVERRIDE Ensure the Diverter Valve handle is turned to the right (see below). Operate the appropriate function, and using the Booms Hand Pump, manoeuvre the booms as required. If desired, the Basket operator can hold the appropriate lever to manoeuvre the machine, whilst a ground operative provides the motive power using the booms hand pump.
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Page 41: Towing
SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions 5.3.3 FRONT STEER OVERRIDE Push the CT15 Override fully in and hold, or pull fully out and hold. Now use the Integral Hand Pump to operate the front steer function. The push or pull function of the CT15 Override determines either left or right steer operation. - Page 42 SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions 5.4.2 GEARBOX DISENGAGEMENT (TYPE 1) The drive gearboxes located on the front and rear wheel hubs must be disengaged as follows; To disengage the gearbox, remove both screws from the cover plate, turn it upside down (as per the diagram below), re-tighten the M5 screws to a torque of 5 Nm (3.7lbft).
- Page 43 SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions 5.4.4 BRAKE RELEASE FOR TOWING To tow the machine it is necessary to bypass the parking brakes. First, ensure that the machine is restrained against running away, i.e. suitably position the towing vehicle and attach a rigid tow bar to the towing hoops located at both ends of the chassis and adequately chock on two or more wheels in both directions.
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Page 44: Incident Notification
SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions 5.4.5 MANUAL OUTRIGGER RECOVERY IMPORTANT: ALWAYS STOW ALL OF THE BOOMS BEFORE USING THIS FUNCTION. FAILURE TO DO THIS CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH! Note; Two persons are required for this procedure. To manually recover the outriggers in the event of loss of power, ensure the Diverter Valve handle is turned towards the operator (see Section 5.3.2) -
Page 45: Responsibilities
SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions Responsibilities CHANGES IN OWNERSHIP When a change of ownership of a Niftylift occurs, it shall be the responsibility of the seller to notify Niftylift direct of the unit, model and serial number and the name and address of the new owner within 60 days. -
Page 46: Inspection/Service/Pre-Hire Check List
SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions INSPECTION/SERVICE/PRE-HIRE CHECK LIST MACHINE SERIAL NO TOWING PASS FAIL Check brakes are released or… Check wheel gearboxes disengaged OUTRIGGERS Micro-switches secure Operation of each micro-switch and klaxon Operation of outrigger control valve and buttons... - Page 47 SD64 Series Operating & Safety Instructions BASKET PASS FAIL Operation of Emergency Stop button Operation of control valve and buttons Operation of SiOPS Operation of all booms over full range Cylinders are silent Basket levelling over full range Boom rotation smooth over full range...