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This manual is based on Serial Number: SJ519 TH: 875 000 00 & Above Please refer to the website (www.skyjack.com) for contact information, other Serial Numbers, the most recent Technical Manuals and USB software. Original instructions in English.
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It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices. Safety Blue indicates Safety IMPORTANT Information. IMPORTANT indicates a procedure essential for safe operation and which, if not followed, may Figure 01 Label Legend result in a malfunction or damage to the telehandler. SJ519 TH 216939ADA...
2 years lift heights. or 3000 hours, whichever occurs first. Any defective part will be replaced or repaired by your local Skyjack 1.1-2 Purpose of Equipment dealer at no charge for parts or labor. In addition, The Skyjack telehandlers are designed to lift, handle all products have a 5 year structural warranty.
1.1-9 Scope of this Manual 1. This manual applies to the ANSI/ITSDF and CSA versions of the SJ519 TH telehandlers. Equipment identified with “ANSI” meets the ▪ ANSI/ITSDF B56.6-2016 standard. Equipment identified with “CSA” meets the ▪ CSA B335-15 standard.
Voltage ▪ the frame and consists of telescoping boom sections. SJ519 TH telehandlers have a main boom and a fly boom. The telehandler is equipped with a carriage tilt cylinder, which is mounted to the inside of the jib. The quick attachment is mounted to the jib and is supported by the tilt cylinder.
The actual operating environment of the telehandler may affect the maintenance schedule. WARNING Use original or manufacturer-approved parts and components for the telehandler. NOTE Refer to Skyjack’s website www.skyjack.com for the latest service bulletins prior to performing frequent/ periodic or annual inspections. 1.6-2 Owner’s Inspections...
IMPORTANT Any modifications from the original design are strictly Always assume electrical power sources and forbidden without written permission from Skyjack. overhead lines are energized. 2.1 Electrocution Hazard MAINTAIN a Minimum Safe Approach Distance from sources This telehandler is not electrically insulated.
DO NOT climb on this vehicle for any reason. DO NOT enter the danger area under or around the boom when forks are off the ground or while engine is running. 216939ADA SJ519 TH...
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Never lift more than the lifting capacity at any AVOID entanglement with ropes, given extension or elevation of the cords or hoses. boom as listed on the capacity charts. CHECK for cracks and signs of stress. SJ519 TH 216939ADA...
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Driving downhill the heel of a tilted fork, and the decreases potential for tip-over. precautions outlined in Section 5.13 are followed. DRIVE UPHILL LOADED When holding a load, driving uphill decreases potential for load to slip out. 216939ADA SJ519 TH...
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Bring the telehandler to a complete stop before changing the direction of travel. STAY CLEAR of pinch points and rotating parts on the material handler. Getting caught in a pinch point or a moving part can cause serious injury or death. SJ519 TH 216939ADA...
▪ Improper operation, faulty maintenance, or poor forces imposed by the telehandler housekeeping may contribute to a condition of wind and weather conditions ▪ instability the presence of unauthorized personnel ▪ other possible unsafe conditions ▪ 216939ADA SJ519 TH...
Failure to avoid this hazard could result in death or serious injury. WARNING It is the responsibility of the operator to read, completely understand and follow all instructions and warnings contained in this operating manual and on the telehandler. SJ519 TH 216939ADA...
(refer to Section 3.3-2 for details). Service Brake Pedal: The service brake is foot operated and is used to decrease speed or stop. Accelerator Pedal: Press pedal to increase speed and release pedal to decrease speed. SJ519 TH 216939ADA...
▪ NOTE the left. The right joystick button is not functional on Attachment Hydraulic Flow Control SJ519 TH telehandlers. Increase the flow of hydraulic fluid through ▪ For operational controls of each attachment, see the attachment by turning the Attachment Section 3.6.
Multi-data (a combination of the above) ▪ Current alarm messages Attachment Hydraulic Flow Switch: Turns ▪ hydraulic fluid flow to the attachment on and off. (Refer to Section 5.10 for details). SJ519 TH 216939ADA...
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It allows the operator to shut off the air supply to the engine if the engine continues running after the main power is shut down. (Refer to Section 3.5-1). The indicator light Illuminates red for a few seconds when testing the functionality of positive air shut-off valve. 216939ADA SJ519 TH...
A fully-enclosed cab with windows and door is available as an option. Included in this option are the windshield wiper(s), interior light and air heater/ defroster. Air conditioner is also available as an option for fully enclosed cab. SJ519 TH 216939ADA...
The road lights (front headlights and taillights) have 2 settings; high beam and low beam headlights. 3.5-4 Fire Extinguisher (If Equipped) The fire extinguisher is mounted to the frame at the rear left side of the telehander, beside the engine air intake access door. 216939ADA SJ519 TH...
As objects become closer the range symbols increase in number and change to red. Five symbols indicate immediate proximity. Figure 09 Tilt Steering Option SJ519 TH 216939ADA...
Section 3 – Familiarization Optional Attachments 3.6 Optional Attachments 3.6-2 Side Shift Carriage The Skyjack TH series telehandler is designed to accept a variety of optional Quick Attach attachments aside from regular fork carriage attachment. 3.6-1 Side Tilt Carriage Figure 10 Side Tilt Carriage...
2. Handle load the same as regular fork attachment, making sure forks are in contact with the load at all times (refer to Section Section 5.8). SJ519 TH 216939ADA...
3. Tilt bucket backwards enough to retain the load and back away from pile. 4. Drive to the unloading point and keep bucket approximately 4 ft above the ground. 5. Tilt bucket forward to dump load. 216939ADA SJ519 TH...
Repairs to the telehandler may only be made by a qualified service technician. After repairs are completed, the operator must perform visual and daily maintenance inspections & function tests again. Scheduled maintenance inspections shall only be performed by a qualified service technician. SJ519 TH 216939ADA...
Ensure all cylinders are properly secured and there is no evidence of leakage. Grease weekly and check pins and bushings to ensure there is no evidence of damage. 216939ADA SJ519 TH...
▪ tires in good condition can result in death or ensure none are loose. Refer to Section 7.3 serious injury. Replace tires with exact, Skyjack- wheel/tire specifications. approved types only. Air-filled Tires: To safeguard maximum stability,...
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13 mm (1/2 in) of solution, add distilled or demineralized water. 5. Replace battery if damaged or incapable of holding a lasting charge. WARNING Use original or manufacturer-approved parts and components for the telehandler. 216939ADA SJ519 TH...
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▪ fuel pump ▪ fuel filter ▪ fuel tank ▪ Be sure to follow all local, provincial/territorial/ ▪ state and national regulations related to disposing of fluids and soiled rags, cloths, etc. SJ519 TH 216939ADA...
Belts Ensure belts are in good working condition ▪ and have correct tension. Replace if belts are cracked, frayed, or have chunks of material missing. Refer to service manual for proper replacement procedure. 216939ADA SJ519 TH...
4.2-9 Lifting Attachment location and service intervals. Ensure attachment is properly positioned and secured. (Refer to Section 5.12). Ensure there are no loose or missing parts and ▪ there is no visible damage. SJ519 TH 216939ADA...
Ensure a copy of operating manual, and other ▪ important documentation are enclosed in manual storage box. Ensure manual is legible and in good ▪ condition. Always return manual to the manual storage ▪ box after use. 216939ADA SJ519 TH...
3.3-3) are properly secured, returned to their neutral position, with no visible damage. Ensure capacity charts are in place and are ▪ legible. WARNING Do not operate the telehandler if capacity charts are missing or not legible. SJ519 TH 216939ADA...
If the DEUTZ Engine Display Module displays Ensure that you maintain three points of contact to an error message when engine is running, mount/dismount the cab. immediately shut down the telehandler and have it serviced. 1. Enter cab and close door (if equipped). 216939ADA SJ519 TH...
Result: Rear brake lights should turn on. ▪ position. 4. Select boom lights switch (if equipped) to Result: High beam headlights & taillights on position. ▪ should turn on. Result: Boom lights should turn on. ▪ SJ519 TH 216939ADA...
4. Retract the boom by moving the joystick to the left. Result: Boom should retract. ▪ 5. Lower the boom by moving the joystick forward. Result: Boom should lower. ▪ 6. Lower the boom until attachment is approximately 0.61 m (2 ft) above the ground. 216939ADA SJ519 TH...
2. Depress service brake pedal and ensure 8. Return direction control lever to neutral position path of intended motion is clear. and engage parking brake. 3. Release parking brake. Result: Parking brake indicator light should ▪ turn off. SJ519 TH 216939ADA...
1. Ensure path of intended motion is clear. 2. Ensure all four wheels are aligned straight ahead. 3. Press the park brake switch to off position and depress service brake pedal. 4. Press the upper portion of the steer mode switch for four-wheel steering. 216939ADA SJ519 TH...
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2. Turn steering wheel to the left or right and drive forward. Result: Only front wheels of the telehandler ▪ should turn in the chosen direction. 3. Steer telehandler straight ahead until all four wheels are aligned. 4. Depress service brake pedal until telehandler stops. SJ519 TH 216939ADA...
▪ object is detected behind telehandler. the monitor and beep if an object is detected behind telehandler. 5. Press the park brake switch to on position. 4. Press the park brake switch to on position. 216939ADA SJ519 TH...
Model: Operator’s Name Hourmeter Reading: (Printed): Date: Time: Operator’s Signature: Each item shall be inspected using the appropriate section of the Skyjack operating manual. As each item is inspected, check the appropriate box. PASS REPAIRED FAIL NOT APPLICABLE Slide Pads...
▪ by the manufacturer. has safety devices which have been altered or ▪ disabled. has been tagged or blocked out for non-use ▪ or repair. Failure to avoid these hazards could result in death or serious injury. SJ519 TH 216939ADA...
2. Press the park brake switch to off position. 3. Move the direction control lever to FWD and slowly release service brake pedal. 4. Depress accelerator pedal slowly to increase speed. 216939ADA SJ519 TH...
3. Locate the push button in the steering column, and press it to release the tilt steering lock. 4. While pressing the push button, adjust the steering at the desired position and release the push button to lock the steering column. Figure 21 Front Steering SJ519 TH 216939ADA...
2. Tilt attachment backward by pressing and stabilize the load. holding the carriage tilt enable button while moving the joystick backward. Result: Attachment tilts backward. ▪ NOTE Refer to Section 3.6 for details about optional attachment operation. 216939ADA SJ519 TH...
4. Insert forks under the load; making sure not to extend 6. Return to transport position. forks past the load so that any loads or equipment behind the load being lifted are not damaged, then raise it 13 cm to 25.4 cm (5 to 10 in). SJ519 TH 216939ADA...
2. Raise and extend boom until the load is perpendicular over placement point. 9. Dismount from telehandler. 10. Chock or block wheels to prevent telehandler from rolling. 216939ADA SJ519 TH...
The bottom left window shows the instantaneous fuel consumption while the 5.10-2 Contrast & Illumination Settings right window shows the coolant temperature. 1. Pressing button 5 calls up the Contrast and Illumination menu when the menu symbols are SJ519 TH 216939ADA...
The errors that have been read appear display, etc. in black text on a grey background. New messages that have not been read appear as 7. Quit the display by pressing button 5. emphasized grey text on a black background. 216939ADA SJ519 TH...
PIN number before accessing the configuration menu. The default PIN is 1111. Figure 34 PIN Pop-up 6. Press buttons 1, 2, 3, 4, and finally press button 5 to confirm the information. SJ519 TH 216939ADA...
48'' (183 cm) (122 cm) 60'' (152 cm) 15 ft (4,6 m) Attachment Height Reference Number Reach Telehandler Model NOTE This is a sample capacity chart only! DO NOT use this capacity chart. Use chart inside cab. 216939ADA SJ519 TH...
30° not exceed capacity marked on the attachment or fork. 20° 10° 0° -3° FORWARD REACH - ft SJ519 TH 220519AAA SAMPLE ONLY - USE CHART IN CAB Forward Boom Examples Load Weight Lift Height Boom...
6. If necessary, connect auxiliary hydraulic hoses to the attachment. WARNING Visually check that the attachment is correctly Figure 36 Quick Attach Feature coupled and secured to the boom before operating the telehandler. 216939ADA SJ519 TH...
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury to operators and bystandards. WARNING Visually check that the attachment is correctly coupled and secured to the boom before operating the telehandler. Figure 37 Hydraulic Quick Attach Feature SJ519 TH 216939ADA...
4. Before traveling, make sure the forks are centerd with the carriage and are equally spaced. 4. Reverse steps 1 to 3 to install the replacement fork. 216939ADA SJ519 TH...
Sling loads from appropriate attachment, hook does not certify the design of third-party attachments. mounted to the shackle on the jib boom or a tilted Skyjack does not assume any responsibility or liability fork ONLY. for damages resulting from the use of third-party attachments on any of its TH/THS RTFLs.
Do not smoke in an area where telehandlers are stored or refueled. IMPORTANT The storage and handling of liquid fuels and liquefied petroleum gas fuel used in RTFL shall be in accordance with NFPA 505, NFPA 30 and NFPA 58 as applicable. SJ519 TH 216939ADA...
Section 6 – Procedures Lifting SJ519 TH 6.2 Lifting SJ519 TH WARNING Four lifting points are located on the top of the frame: Only qualified rigger shall operate machinery two at the front and two at the rear. during lifting.
All turbo-engine air cleaner and exhaust must be sealed during transport. 1. Ensure telehandler is level prior to loading. 2. Fully lower and retract boom. 3. Ensure ramps are correctly positioned. Tie-down Point Tie-down Point Figure 43 Tie-down points SJ519 TH 216939ADA...
4. Remove chocks from wheels. 5. Start towing the telehandler. 6. Move telehandler to a compact level surface. 7. Install dirve shaft in both front and rear axles. 8. Apply parking brake. Figure 44 Towing the telehandler from front lifting points 216939ADA SJ519 TH...
6.5-1 Rear Hitch The Rear Hitch utilizes the telehandler as a towing vehicle and is located at the rear of the telehandler as shown in Figure 45 below. Figure 45 Rear Hitch SJ519 TH 216939ADA...
Section 7 – Specifications Standard and Optional Equipment Table 7.1 Standard and Optional Equipment MODEL SJ519 TH Standerd Equipment 122 cm (48 in) Standard Carriage Air Filled Tires Diesel Engine Four-wheel drive Lifting Hook Open Operator's Cab Operator horn Reverse/Backup Alarm...
Specifications and Features Section 7 – Specifications Table 7.2 Specifications and Features MODEL SJ519 TH Standard Engine Type Deutz TCD 2.2 L T4 Cylinders Horsepower @ 2600 RPM 74 HP Capacity 2.2 L Torque @ 1600 RPM 280 N•m (206.5 lbf•ft)
Doing so can severely damage hydraulic components. A full hydraulic oil system flush must be performed prior to adding a new type of hydraulic oil. Consult Skyjack service department. SJ519 TH 216939ADA...
Section 8 – Labels Model SJ519 TH 8.1 Model SJ519 TH Operator’s Cab Controls Flow Direction Description Label Pictorial Left Side Dash Panel Turn Signals Switch (if equipped) Select to signal left. ▪ Select to signal right. ▪ Always wear seat belt...
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Model SJ519 TH Section 8 – Labels Operator’s Cab Controls (continued) Flow Direction Description Label Pictorial Right Side Dash Panel Boom Lights Switch (if equipped) Select to turn on boom lights. ▪ Front and Rear Work Lights Switch (if equipped) Select to turn on front work lights.
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Section 8 – Labels Model SJ519 TH Operator’s Cab Controls (continued) Flow Direction Description Label Pictorial Right Side Dash Panel Hydraulic Quick Attach Switch (If Equipped) Select to activate the hydraulic quick attach function. ▪ Select to deactivate the hydraulic quick attach function.
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Model SJ519 TH Section 8 – Labels Operator’s Cab Controls (continued) Description Label Pictorial Multi-functional Joystick The multi-function single controls boom operation, fork tilt, and auxiliary functions. Move joystick forward or backward to raise or lower the ▪ boom. Move joystick right or left to extend or retract the boom.
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Section 8 – Labels Model SJ519 TH Operator’s Cab Description Label Pictorial Transportation Reminder Ensure engine air cleaner, and exhaust are sealed during transportation. Hazard Identification Read and understand outlined risks associated with this telehandler prior to operation. Windshield Washer Fluid Container...
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Label Pictorial Extension Letters Boom extension labels Grease Grease point Rotation Angle Boom rotation angle label Skyjack Logo Skyjack logo - 63.5 cm (25 in) White Skyjack Logo Skyjack logo - 63.5 cm (25 in) White SJ519 TH 216939ADA...
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Section 8 – Labels Model SJ519 TH Left Side (continued) Description Label Pictorial Keep Clear Keep clear. Body Crushing Hazard Warning - Body crushing hazard Wheel Specifications Refer to manual for wheel type, offset, pressure and torque. Tire Pressure or Foam Filled Tires* Indicates rated tire pressure or foam filled tires.
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Model SJ519 TH Section 8 – Labels Left Side (continued) Description Label Pictorial Unpinned Attachment Unpinned attachment warning Tie-down Points Only use these points for tying down. Ultra-low Sulfur Diesel Fuel Only Refill fuel tank with ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel only.
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Section 8 – Labels Model SJ519 TH Rear Lifting Shackle on Jib Description Label Pictorial No Smoking Do not smoke near this location. Grease Grease point Towing Capacity Telehandler’s maximum towing capacity & tongue weight. kg MAX kg MAX ( lb MAX) ( lb MAX) Warning –...
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Label Pictorial Grease Grease point Unpinned Attachment Unpinned attachment warning Skyjack Logo Skyjack logo - 63.5 cm (25 in) White Skyjack Logo Skyjack logo - 63.5 cm (25 in) White Tie-down Points Only use these points for tying down. SJ519 TH...
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Section 8 – Labels Model SJ519 TH Right Side (continued) Description Label Pictorial Keep Clear Keep clear. Body Crushing Hazard Warning - Body crushing hazard Wheel Specifications Refer to manual for wheel type, offset, pressure and torque. Tire Pressure or Foam Filled Tires* Indicates rated tire pressure or foam filled tires.
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Description Label Pictorial Crushing Hazard Warning - Crushing hazard Skyjack Logo Skyjack logo - 43.2 cm (17 in) White Skyjack Logo Skyjack logo - 43.2 cm (17 in) White Lifting Point / Tie Down Only use these points for lifting.
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Section 8 – Labels Model SJ519 TH Description Label Pictorial Hydraulic Oil ATF Dexron III Refill Hydraulic oil tank with ATF Dexron III hydraulic oil. HIGH/MAX Hydraulic Oil Level Indicates minimum/maximum oil level. LOW/MIN 216939ADA SJ519 TH...
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Model SJ519 TH Section 8 – Labels Engine Compartment Description Label Pictorial Caution - Coolant Fill Point Refer to service manual for coolant fill instructions. Main Power Disconnect Switch For use during maintenance only. Rotate clockwise to turn on main power, rotate counterclockwise to turn off main power, insert padlock into position.
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