Your MEC Aerial Work Platform has been designed, built, and tested to provide safe, dependable service. Only authorized, trained and qualified personnel shall be allowed to operate or service the machine.
For your safety and the safety of those around you, you must operate your machine as instructed in this manual. MEC designs aerial work platforms to safely and reliably position personnel, along with their necessary tools and materials, at overhead work locations. The owner/user/operator of the machine should not accept responsibility for the operation of the machine unless properly trained.
Secton 2 - Safety October 2020 Safety Alert Symbols & Fall Protection MEC manuals and decals use symbols, colors and signal words to help you recognize important safety, operation and maintenance information. RED and the word DANGER – Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury�����...
Secton 3 - Specfcatons October 2020 Specifications Specifications Working Height* 46 ft 14.2 m Platform Height 40 ft 12.2 m Maximum Drive Height 30 ft 9.1 m Maximum Forward Reach w/ Stabilizers 26 ft 6 in Machine Weight** (Unloaded) 24,250 lb 11,000 kg Total 4,000 lb...
Secton 4 - Hazards October 2020 Electrocution Hazard Electrocution Hazard ELECTROCUTION HAZARD! THIS MACHINE IS NOT INSULATED! DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY will result from contact with or inadequate clearance from any electrically charged conductor����� You must maintain a CLEARANCE OF AT LEAST 10 FEET (3����� 0 5 m) between any part of the machine, or its load, and any electrical line or apparatus carrying over 300 Volts up to 50,000 Volts�����...
Secton 4 - Hazards October 2020 Minimum Safe Approach Distance 5000 V Max. volts Higher voltage 20000 V Min. volts 15000 V 10000 V Lower voltage 5000 V Min. volts (b) Avoid simultaneous contact across (a) Affected area areas of high potential difference CLEARANCES FROM LIVE AERIAL CONDUCTORS Spotter required...
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Secton 4 - Hazards October 2020 When working in the area of energized conductors the user shall direct and the operator shall comply with the requirements to: Stay at least 10 feet away from power lines with any part of their body, conductive object or any part of the MEWP.
NEVER replace any part of the machine with items of different weight or specification. NEVER modify or alter the work platform without written permission from MEC. NEVER place ladders or scaffolds in the platform or against any part of the machine.
Secton 4 - Hazards October 2020 Fall & Collision Hazards Fall Hazards DO NOT sit, stand or climb on the platform guard rails. Maintain a firm footing on the platform floor at all times. DO NOT exit the platform when elevated Keep the platform floor clear of debris.
Secton 4 - Hazards October 2020 Additional Safety Hazards Explosion and Fire Hazards • DO NOT operate the machine in hazardous locations or locations where potentially flammable or explosive gasses or particles may be present. Damaged Machine Hazards • Conduct a thorough pre-start inspection of the machine and test all functions before each work shift to check for damage, malfunction and unauthorized modification.
Secton 5 - Controls & Components October 2020 Platform Controls Platform Controls 16 15 ART_4301 ALWAYS be aware of the machine’s position and of your surroundings before activating any control function����� Control Description Function Enable Press and hold this button to enable boom, platform, frame level and outrigger Button operations.
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Secton 5 - Controls & Components October 2020 Use this switch to set the steering mode: Left position: Crab Steer -- All four wheel turn in the same direction. Steering Mode Center position: 2-Wheel Steer -- Only the front two wheels steer. Switch Right position: 4-Wheel Steer -- The front and rear wheels steer in opposite directions.
Secton 5 - Controls & Components October 2020 Base Controls ART_5656 ALWAYS be aware of the machine’s position and of your surroundings before activating any control function����� Control Description Emergency Stop Press the EMERGENCY STOP switch at any time to stop all machine functions. Switch Turn switch clockwise to reset.
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Secton 5 - Controls & Components October 2020 Circuit Breaker Trips when there is excessive electrical load. Push to reset. Light ON indicates too much weight on the platform. Overload Indicator An audible alarm will sound and all machine function will stop. Light Remove weight from the platform to restore function and continue.
Secton 6 - Workplace Inspecton October 2020 Workplace Inspection Workplace Inspection DO NOT operate this machine until you have read and understood this manual, have performed the Workplace Inspection, Pre-Start Inspection and Routine Maintenance, and have completed all the test operations detailed in the Operating Instructions section����� Inspect the workplace and determine whether the workplace is suitable for safe machine operation.
Secton 7 - Operatng Instructons & Functon Tests October 2020 Operating Instructions & Function Tests Operating Instructions & Function Tests DO NOT operate this machine until you have read and understood this manual, have performed the Workplace Inspection, Pre-Start Inspection and Routine Maintenance, and have completed all the test operations detailed in the Operating Instructions section�����...
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Secton 7 - Operatng Instructons & Functon Tests October 2020 Move the Start/Stop switch to the right to start. Release the switch when the engine starts. ART_3344 The light will turn on when the Kubota ECU determines it necessary to activate glow plugs before starting the engine.
Secton 7 - Operatng Instructons & Functon Tests October 2020 Base Controls Operation and Test ART_5656 Check the area above and around the machine for obstructions before operating the machine����� The machine must have space to allow full elevation of platform and full horizontal extension of the boom����� Emergency Stop Press the Emergency Stop Switch at any time to stop all machine functions.
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Secton 7 - Operatng Instructons & Functon Tests October 2020 Select BASE Operation Turn the Selector Key Switch to BASE. ART_3345 Function Enable Press and hold this switch to enable and operate machine functions from the base controls. Press down to operate the controls at slow speed. Press up to operate the controls at higher speed.
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Secton 7 - Operatng Instructons & Functon Tests October 2020 Boom Extend/Retract When the Stabilizers are not deployed, the Boom Extend function will cut off after extending approximately 8.5 feet (2.6 m). • Move and hold the Extend/Retract switch on the base control panel to extend or retract the boom.
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Secton 7 - Operatng Instructons & Functon Tests October 2020 Platform Rotate Press and hold the Platform Rotate switch on the base control panel to rotate the platform. ART_3351 Test Operation • Press and hold the Function Enable switch. • Push the switch left and right.
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Secton 7 - Operatng Instructons & Functon Tests October 2020 Low Fuel Indicator Light Light ON indicates a low-fuel alert condition. Refuel soon. ART_3337 Water-Fuel Separator Light Indicates if water has contaminated fuel. Drain fuel and replace. ART_5658 Tilt Indicator Light Light ON and alarm sounding indicates an unsafe condition.
Secton 7 - Operatng Instructons & Functon Tests October 2020 Platform Control Operation and Test Entering The Platform Material Loading Gates-- Not for personnel use Personnel shall enter and exit the platform only at the Personnel Entry Gate, and only Fall Protection when: Anchor Cables...
Secton 7 - Operatng Instructons & Functon Tests October 2020 Platform Control Panel ART_4302 IMPORTANT: Before moving, check that the route of travel to be taken is clear of persons, obstructions, debris, holes, and drop offs, and is capable of supporting the machine. Function Enable At Platform Controls There are separate Function Enable features for drive/steering and lift functions.
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Secton 7 - Operatng Instructons & Functon Tests October 2020 Platform Operations Test Emergency Stop Press the EMERGENCY STOP switch at any time to stop all machine functions. Turn switch clockwise to reset. ART_3353 Activation of the EMERGENCY STOP switch will apply brakes immediately�����...
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Secton 7 - Operatng Instructons & Functon Tests October 2020 Low Fuel Indicator Light Light ON indicates a low-fuel alert condition. • Refuel soon. ART_3363 Overload Light and Alarm • Light ON indicates too much weight on the platform. • An audible alarm will sound and all machine function will stop.
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Secton 7 - Operatng Instructons & Functon Tests October 2020 Steering Mode Three steering modes are available: Crab Steer, 2-Wheel Steer and 4-Wheel Steer. To return to 2-Wheel steering after using the Crab Steer or 4-Wheel Steer modes, center the rear wheels, then switch to 2-wheel steer mode. ART_3362 Test Operation •...
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Secton 7 - Operatng Instructons & Functon Tests October 2020 Chassis Level Switch Use this control to manually change the level of the chassis. This function is cut out when the boom is elevated. Note: This function is performed automatically when deploying the stabilizers. ART_3354 Test Operation •...
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Secton 7 - Operatng Instructons & Functon Tests October 2020 Platform Level Switch The Platform Level switch manually adjusts the angle of the platform support beam. ART_3364 Test Operation The Platform Level function is controlled automatically as the boom is raised and lowered. To manually level the platform: •...
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Secton 7 - Operatng Instructons & Functon Tests October 2020 Shutdown Procedure • When finished with the machine, place the platform in the stowed position. • Park the machine on a level surface. • Turn the Selector Key Switch to the OFF position and remove the key to prevent unauthorized use.
Secton 7 - Operatng Instructons & Functon Tests October 2020 Emergency Lowering System If the control system fails while the platform is elevated, use the emergency lowering procedure to safely lower the platform����� Do not climb down the boom assembly or exit the platform����� Emergency Lowering Switch Emergency...
Secton 7 - Operatng Instructons & Functon Tests October 2020 Fold Down Platform Railings ART_3382 The TITAN Boom uses a pinless guard rail system����� After removing the loading gates, lift the guard rail section and pivot to stow, or lift further to remove the rail����� Loading Gate Spring Pin 6 places Remove the spring pins that secure...
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Secton 7 - Operatng Instructons & Functon Tests October 2020 Lift and pivot the end sections to the stowed position����� ART_3379 Lift and pivot the side sections to the stowed position����� ART_3380 Guard rails are stowed����� ART_3381 To return the machine to normal operation mode: •...
Secton 7 - Operatng Instructons & Functon Tests October 2020 Platform Capacity & Material Loading DO NOT exceed the Maximum Platform Capacity, including persons, of 4,000 lbs (1,814 kg)����� DO NOT exceed the Maximum Platform Capacity Outside Load Zone of 1,000 lbs (454 kg)�����...
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Secton 8 - Machne Inspectons October 2020 Machine Inspections and Maintenance Machine Inspections and Maintenance DO NOT operate this machine until you have read and understood this manual, have performed the Workplace Inspection, Pre-Start Inspection and Routine Maintenance, and have completed all the test operations detailed in the Operating Instructions section�����...
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Secton 8 - Machne Inspectons October 2020 Use only recommended lubricants����� Improper lubricants or incompatible lubricants may cause as much damage as no lubrication����� Watch for makeshift “fixes” which can jeopardize safety as well as lead to more costly repair����� Inspection and maintenance should be performed by qualified personnel familiar with the equipment�����...
Secton 8 - Machne Inspectons October 2020 Using the Maintenance Chock NEVER perform work or inspection on the machine with the platform elevated without first blocking the boom assembly with the Maintenance Chock����� The Maintenance Chock is heavy����� Hold it securely during the installation and removal process�����...
Secton 8 - Machne Inspectons October 2020 Pre-Start Inspection Checklist The operator must conduct a Pre-Start Inspection of the machine before each work shift. DO NOT use a damaged or malfunctioning machine. Initial Description Check that the operator’s manual and manual of responsibilities are in the storage container located on the platform.
Secton 8 - Machne Inspectons October 2020 Frequent Inspection Checklist This checklist must be used at 3-month intervals or every 150 hours of machine use, whichever occurs first����� Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury����� Frequent Maintenance Inspections should be conducted by qualified service technicians only. Photocopy this page for reuse.
Secton 9 - Mantenance October 2020 Maintenance Maintenance DO NOT operate this machine until you have read and understood this manual, have performed the Workplace Inspection, Pre-Start Inspection and Routine Maintenance, and have completed all the test operations detailed in the Operating Instructions section����� Tag and remove a damaged, malfunctioning or modified machine from service.
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Secton 9 - Mantenance October 2020 Watch for makeshift “fixes” which can jeopardize safety as well as lead to more costly repair����� Inspection and maintenance should be performed by qualified personnel familiar with the equipment����� Page 43 Ttan Boom 40-S - Operator’s Manual...
Secton 9 - Mantenance October 2020 Routine Maintenance IMPORTANT: The operator may perform only maintenance items on the Pre-Start Inspection Checklist. Frequent and Annual maintenance must be performed by qualified service technicians. Pre-Start Inspection Perform routine maintenance as identified in the Pre-Start Inspection Checklist on page 39. Frequent and Annual Maintenance Frequent Inspection Checklists and Annual Inspection Reports must be completed by qualified service technicians trained and authorized to perform maintenance on this machine, and must be...
Secton 9 - Mantenance October 2020 Lubrication Operator may perform routine maintenance only. Lubrication listed as Scheduled Maintenance must be performed by a qualified service technician. Controls Module Add Oil Here Beneath Module Cover LEVEL Diesel Fuel Fill to Here Sight Gauges Hydraulic Fluid Sight Gauge...
Obvious fluid leak or damaged component? • Wires disconnected, broken, or loose? • Motor control processor Diagnostic LED OFF? • LED should be ON. If not ON or FLASHING, refer to Service Manual or contact MEC Technical Support. Lower Controls GP400 Module Terminal...
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Secton 11 - Warnng and Instructonal Decals October 2020 Warning and Instructional Decals Warning and Instructional Decals All warning and instructional decals must be present, legible and secure. use stencil to paint-- 4 places metal plate on pallet stops-- 2 places Platform removed inside control box Inside...
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Secton 11 - Warnng and Instructonal Decals October 2020 92050 2 Places 92051 2 Places 92049 2 Places 93575 1 Place 93185 1 Place 92056 1 Place 92233 1 Place 92055 1 Place 92115 92057 2 Places 4 Places 90718 1 Place WARNING MAXIMUM PERSONNEL CAPACITY - EVENLY DISTRIBUTED...
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Secton 11 - Warnng and Instructonal Decals October 2020 Serial Plate Serial Plate Location The serial plate is attached to the machine at the time of manufacture. Important information about the machine is recorded on the serial plate. ART_3387 Serial Plate Description MFG YEAR�����...
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MEC machinery����� Truck drivers are responsible for loading and securing machines, and should be properly trained and authorized to operate MEC machinery����� Drivers are also responsible for selecting the correct and appropriate trailer according to government regulations and company policy����� Drivers must ensure that the vehicle and chains are strong enough to hold the weight of the machine (see the serial number plate for machine weight)�����...
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Secton 12 - Transport and Lftng Instructons October 2020 Driving or Winching onto or off of a Transport Vehicle Always attach the machine to a winch when loading or unloading from a truck or trailer by driving����� Read and understand all safety, control, and operating information found on the machine and in this manual before operating the machine�����...
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Secton 12 - Transport and Lftng Instructons October 2020 Use a minimum of two (2) chains or straps of adequate load capacity. Adjust the rigging to prevent damage to chains or the machine. Winch Stabilizer not shown for clarity of hook attachment holes. Truck Tie Down Platform Tie Down Straps ART_4185...
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Secton 12 - Transport and Lftng Instructons October 2020 Lifting Instructions Only qualified riggers should rig and lift the machine����� Ensure that the crane capacity, loading surfaces and straps are sufficient to withstand the machine weight����� See the serial plate for the machine weight�����...
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Secton 12 - Transport and Lftng Instructons October 2020 Locate the lift points. • Front lift points are located in the front axle. • Rear lift points are at the rear of the machine chassis. Components removed for clarity ART_4181 Locate the machine’s center of gravity.
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Secton 12 - Transport and Lftng Instructons October 2020 Attach lifting straps, chains or cables of adequate capacity to the lifting points previously designated. Route through the open gates as shown. Components removed for clarity ART_4182 Carefully lift the machine. ART_4183 Page 55 Ttan Boom...
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MEC Parts Order Form Phone: 559-842-1523 Fax: 559-400-6723 Email: Parts@mecawp.com Please Fill Out Completely: Date: Ordered By: Account: Your Fax No����� : Bill to: Ship to: Purchase Order Number Ship VIA ** All orders MUST have a Purchase Order Number...
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MEC Aerial Platform Sales Corp. and is found upon inspection by MEC Aerial Platform Sales Corp. to be defective in material and/or workmanship. MEC Aerial Platform Sales Corp. shall not be liable for any consequential, incidental or contingent damages whatsoever.
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