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800 965-4626 For Parts in North America and Asia please call ........Skyjack Inc. Parts Center, 3451 Swenson Ave., St. Charles, IL. 60174 ..FAX 888 782-4825 31 297 255 526 For Parts & Service in Europe please call .............
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It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices. IMPORTANT IMPORTANT indicates a procedure(s) essential for safe operation and which, if not followed, may result in a malfunction or damage to the machine. SJM & SJII Series SKYJACK, Page 3 August 2007...
Base Control Box ..............................20 Motion Alarm ................................20 Operator’s Control Box - 2 & 3 Speed ........................21 Operator’s Control Box - Proportional ........................22 Power Extension Deck Control Box .......................... 23 SJM & SJII Series SKYJACK, Page 4 August 2007...
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Table 2-2. Floor Loading Pressure ........................40-41 Table 2-3. Owner’s Annual Inspection Record ......................42 Table 2-4. Maximum Platform Capacities (Evenly Distributed) ................... 42 Table 2-5. Maintenance And Inspection Schedule ..................... 43 SJM & SJII Series SKYJACK, Page 5 August 2007...
Aerial Platform. A mobile device that has an adjustable position platform supported from ground level by a structure. Purpose Of Equipment The SKYJACK SJM & SJll series aerial platforms are designed to transport and raise personnel, tools and materials to overhead work areas. Use Of Equipment The aerial platform is a highly maneuverable, mobile work station.
1-1. Scope Of This Manual 1-2-a. Warranty Statement This manual applies to the ANSI/SIA, CSA and SKYJACK Inc. warrants each new aerial platform to be CE versions of the SJM & SJII Series aerial platform free of defective parts and workmanship. During the models listed on (Tables 2-1.)
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For instance, if you have a faulty result in the denial of a warranty claim. Skyjack’s dealer’s switch on a controller, please replace the switch. accounts must be kept current in order to approve and Hydraulic cylinders should be resealed, unless they issue warranty credits.
Section 1 - About Your Aerial Platform 1-3. Major Components Operator’s Control Box Manual Storage Box Extension Platform Main Platform Lifting Mechanism Base Maintenance Support Hydraulic/ Electric Tray Battery Tray SKYJACK SJM & SJll Series aerial Platform SJM & SJII Series SKYJACK, Page 9 August 2007...
The “scissors” assembly is raised and lowered by one or more single-acting hydraulic lift cylinders with holding valves. A two-section pump, driven by an electric motor, provides hydraulic power to the lift cylinders. SKYJACK, Page 10 SJM & SJII Series August 2007...
• Maximum wind speed (CE only) • Maximum manual force (CE only) • Maximum incline (CE only) Use this information for proper operation and mainte- nance and when ordering service parts. SJM & SJII Series SKYJACK, Page 11 August 2007...
Gradability at 25% (Models 32xx, 46xx, 4830 and and 68xx) 68xx) • Propane/Gasoline or Diesel Engine Package (Models 32xx, 46xx, 4830 and 68xx) Note: Platform lowering and steering are not proportional. SKYJACK, Page 12 SJM & SJII Series August 2007...
The following pages of this manual should be read and understood completely before operating the aerial platform. Any modifications from the original design are strictly forbidden without written permission from SKYJACK Inc. 1-17. Electrocution Hazard This aerial platform is not electrically insulated. Maintain a minimum safe approach distance (MSAD) from energized power lines and parts as listed below.
4620, 4626, 4830, 6826 & 6832). Ascend or descend grades only • DO NOT raise the aerial platform when fully lowered and then in windy or gusty conditions. only to the maximums noted above. SKYJACK, Page 14 SJM & SJII Series August 2007...
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• DO NOT exceed the rated capacity of the aerial platform. Do make sure the load is evenly distrib- uted on the platform. SJM & SJII Series SKYJACK, Page 15 August 2007...
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• Has alterations or modifications not approved by the manufacturer. • Has safety devices which have been altered or disabled. Failure to avoid these hazards could result in death or serious injury. SKYJACK, Page 16 SJM & SJII Series August 2007...
• The operator must perform ALL the daily inspections found in “Table 2-5”, even if the operator is not directly responsible for the maintenance of this aerial platform. SJM & SJII Series SKYJACK, Page 17 August 2007...
Switch. upright or properly locked. • Raise platform until there is adequate clearance to swing up the maintenance support. • Swing bar up into storage bracket. • Lower platform. SKYJACK, Page 18 SJM & SJII Series August 2007...
DO NOT use this ring to lift, anchor, secure or support the platform or any other apparatus or material. Figure 2-4a. SJM Series - Main Power Disconnect Switch Figure 2-3. Lanyard Attachment Ring...
This control station is found on the rear of the base. tray. It contains the following controls: It contains the following controls: Figure 2-5. SJM Series Electrical Panel Figure 2-6. Base Control Box Platform/Base Select Key Switch - Key to “PLATFORM”...
Release button to stop. Drive Enable Switch (If Equipped) - This momentary “Trigger” style switch energizes the controller. It must be held depressed continuously while engaging either the drive or steer functions. SJM & SJII Series SKYJACK, Page 21 August 2007...
Drive/Steer Controller (If Equipped) - This one- handed toggle-type lever controls drive/lift motion. Internal springs return it to neutral when stick is released. Figure 2-8b. Operator’s Control Box SKYJACK, Page 22 SJM & SJII Series August 2007...
It contains the following controls: (depending on model) Figure 2-9. Powered Extension Deck Control Box Figure 2-11a. Free-Wheeling Valve (SJM Series) Enable Switch - This switch, when activated and held allows the Extension Deck Extend/ Retract Switch functions to operate.
Death or serious injury could result if the guardrail system is not upright or Raise all guardrails to their upright position and properly locked. lock in place with locking pins. (Refer to “figure 2-1”) SKYJACK, Page 24 SJM & SJII Series August 2007...
In the battery tray, check the battery fluid level. If elevation. fluid level is not at FULL mark on battery, add distilled or demineralized water only. Fully lower the platform. SJM & SJII Series SKYJACK, Page 25 August 2007...
Warning Check overhead clearances. Do not operate this aerial platform without proper authorization and training. Failure to avoid this hazard could result In death or serious injury. SKYJACK, Page 26 SJM & SJII Series August 2007...
LEVEL surface. Important Note Machines equipped with stabilizers have a 20 foot cutout lift function. Refer to “section 2-28” for procedures on “Stabilizers”. SJM & SJII Series SKYJACK, Page 27 August 2007...
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• Activate and hold the Enable trigger switch by elevation. squeezing it towards the joystick, or lift the controller lock ring (on earlier models) . SKYJACK, Page 28 SJM & SJII Series August 2007...
Reinsert the locking pin(s), upon full retraction or extension to prevent accidental movement of Push in Emergency Stop Button located on Base the manual extension platform during travel or Control Box (If Equipped). transport. SJM & SJII Series SKYJACK, Page 29 August 2007...
Turn Emergency Main Power Disconnect Switch to “OFF” position. For machines equipped with Holding Valves, depress and turn each red manual override knob (Item 2) counterclockwise. 2b. For machines without Holding Valves, proceed to next step. SKYJACK, Page 30 SJM & SJII Series August 2007...
Chock or block the wheels to keep aerial platform OPERATION in this manual. from rolling. Free-Wheeling Valve - Turning the valve knob (counterclockwise) to a fully opened position allows fluid to flow through the wheel motors, thus providing “free-wheeling”. SJM & SJII Series SKYJACK, Page 31 August 2007...
• DO NOT raise the tires off the ground with the stabilizers. Note Repeat this procedure for each stabilizer. To store the stabilizers, follow the above procedure in the opposite order. SKYJACK, Page 32 SJM & SJII Series August 2007...
Make sure all battery connections are tight. Replace any battery that is damaged or incapable of holding a lasting charge. Do not use any batteries other than flooded lead-acid batteries of the proper AH rating. SJM & SJII Series SKYJACK, Page 33 August 2007...
16 hours of continuous charging. When this happens, the flashing yellow LED will come on to notify the user that the battery bank should be inspected for a shorted/damaged cell. SKYJACK, Page 34 SJM & SJII Series August 2007...
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After the charger turns off, the “CHARGE COMPLETE” light will indicate to the opera- tor that the batteries are fully charged. SJM & SJII Series SKYJACK, Page 35 August 2007...
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Once charging starts, the LED’s grounded 100V/50 or 60Hz, 115V/60Hz, or 230V/ indicate the charging progress. 50 or 60Hz socket. This charger automatically senses and adjusts to the AC input voltage range. SKYJACK, Page 36 SJM & SJII Series August 2007...
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3 LEDs blink four times simultaneously: Input or output over current. No action required, charger will correct and restart automatically. SJM & SJII Series SKYJACK, Page 37 August 2007...
20% + 12 x 4 x 8 16 x 4 x 8 Tires Solid Rubber 60292AA Ω Weight with standard 3’ (0.9m) extension platform. Refer to Serial Nameplate for specific applications. SKYJACK, Page 38 SJM & SJII Series August 2007...
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16 x 4 x 8 23 x 10.5 x 12 Tires Solid Rubber Foam Filled 60293AA Ω Weight with standard 3’ (0.9m) extension platform. Refer to Serial Nameplate for specific applications. SJM & SJII Series SKYJACK, Page 39 August 2007...
NOTE The LCP or OUP that an individual surface can withstand varies from structure to structure and is generally determined by the engineer or architect for that particular structure. SKYJACK, Page 40 SJM & SJII Series August 2007...
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Intermixing tires of different types or using tires of types other than those originally supplied with this equipment can adversely affect stability. Therefore, replace tires only with the exact original Skyjack- approved type. Failure to operate with matched approved tires in good condition may result in death or serious injury.
This aerial platform is equipped with a Overload Sensing System. Do not exceed the rated capacity of the aerial platform. Failure to avoid this will prevent operation of all normal controls/functions of the aerial platform. To resume normal operation remove the additional loads. SKYJACK, Page 42 SJM & SJII Series August 2007...
Check for leaks. Refer to Table 2-1 specifications and features. Record inspection date and signature 60296AA Warning Use original or equivalent to the original parts and components for the aerial platform. SJM & SJII Series SKYJACK, Page 43 August 2007...