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OWNER’S MANUAL BG E-STEP SEMI ELECTRIC ACCESS VEHICLE ACTUAL PRODUCT MAY NOT APPEAR EXACTLY AS SHOWN WARNING Do not operate or service this product unless you have read and fully understand the entire contents of this manual. Failure to do so may result in property damage, bodily injury or death.
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WARNING Do not operate this vehicle unless you have been Before elevating platform be sure access gates are in authorized and trained to do so, and have read all position. Keep feet on platform floor at all times while warnings and instructions in Operator’s Manual and on using vehicle, never climb onto access gates or this vehicle.
SECTION 1 DESCRIPTION 1-1. INTRODUCTION. 1-2. GENERAL DESCRIPTION. This publication describes the 24 volt BG E-Step The self-propelled BG E-Step Semi-Electric Access Semi-Electric Access Vehicle by Blue Giant. Included Vehicle Electric Access Vehicle lifts and transports up are planned maintenance instructions, lubrication to 750 pounds capacity including load and operator.
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R8552 Figure 1-2 ITEM CONTROL / DISPLAY FUNCTION Cup holder Storage Battery discharge indicator Display battery power level. Horn Button Activates the horn. Lift Button Lift the operator platform. Lowering Button Lower the operator platform. Switches control current on and off. Removing the Key switch key prevents the access vehicle from being switched on by unauthorized personnel.
Blue Giant initiate t t all e en Blue Giant 1-3. DATA PLATE AND WARNING DECAL. Blue Giant Authorized Dealer for replacement. BG E-STEP MODEL SERIAL 2281300008 NUMBER WEIGHT LB/KG 630/285 BLUE GIANT EQUIPMENT CORPORATION www.BlueGiant.com R8553 Figure 1-3 Data Plate...
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RGA# A confirmation receipt will be faxed back with a warranty claim number attached. If Blue Giant deems that part(s) need to be returned, an RGA numbered form will be faxed as well. Please include a copy of the RGA form with returning part(s) to Blue Giant Brampton location only.
The owner and user are required by ANSI A92.6 to when eyes are affected. A baking soda ensure frequent inspections of the BG E-Step Semi- solution (one pound to one gallon of Electric Access Vehicle occur and are performed in water) applied to spilled acid until accor-dance with the following points: 1.
2-5.2. Safety Rules CAUTION: Never smoke or bring open flame near the battery. Gas formed during • Wear protective clothing, such as rubber apron, charging is highly explosive and can gloves, boots and goggles when performing any cause serious injury. maintenance on batteries.
Carefully lift the batteries out of the vehicle. for installation please reverse step 1-5. Replace only with original OEM batteries or batteries approved by an authorized Blue Giant dealer. Contact your authorized Blue Giant dealer for information on optional batteries and battery...
R8556 Figure 2-2 Lubrication Diagram 2-8. LUBRICATION. Table 2-2 Recommended Lubricants Code Description Used for Refer to Table 2-2 for the recommended types of grease and oil in conjunction with Figure 2-2 identifies L-HM46 Hydraulic oil the items requiring lubrication. Polylub GA352P Multi-purpose grease...
SECTION 3 TROUBLESHOOTING 3-1. GENERAL Does Not Operate Forward or Reverse: Trouble With Braking: Trouble With Lifting Or Lowering, and Table 3-1 as a guide to determine possible causes Miscellaneous malfunctions. of trouble. The table is divided into five main categories: Vehicle and Hydraulic System Will Not Operate: Vehicle Table 3-1 Troubleshooting Chart Table 3-1 Troubleshooting Chart - Continued...
SECTION 4 COMPARTMENT COVER REMOVAL 4-1. FRONT COMPARTMENT COVER 4-1.2. Cover Installation. Carefully position cover on the vehicle. 4-1.1. Cover Removal. Install four screws. Engage the emergency power disconnect switch Disengage the emergency power disconnect and turn off key switch. switch and turn on key switch.
SECTION 5 FLOOR LOCK SYSTEM 5-1. FLOOR LOCK. Disconnect electric motor from harness. Remove the mounting screws and motor The floor lock system consists of a motor mounted assembly. horizontally that moves 2 stability pads to touch the floor when the platform is raised up. The lock is Place the new motor assembly into position and electrically applied &...
SECTION 6 LOAD WHEEL, CASTERS 6-1. LOAD WHEEL. Reassemble bearings in load wheel. Position load wheel on the axle and install two 6-1.1. Removal bolts, two lock washers and two flat washers. Engage the emergency power disconnect switch Install cover and secure with the screws. and turn off key switch.
SECTION 7 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM SERVICING 7-1. LINES AND FITTINGS 7-2. HYDRAULIC PUMP, MOTOR, AND RESER- VOIR ASSY WARNING: When the platform is raised, pressure hydraulic pump/motor assembly exists in the hydraulic system lines and disassembled and repaired. However, a defective fittings.
7-2.2. Installation WARNING: Support lift cylinder before performing the following steps to prevent cylinder Install pump/motor assembly as described in from falling. paragraph 7-2.1. Remove the five screws and lock washers that Reconnect hose to pump/motor assembly. holds down the cylinder mount plate at the top of Connect electrical leads to motor and solenoid of the mast.
SECTION 8 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS 8-1. ELECTRICAL CONTROL PANEL 8-2. HORN REPLACEMENT. Engage the emergency power disconnect switch 8-1.1. Maintenance and turn off key switch. NOTE: Erratic operation of the vehicle may be Remove the compartment cover as described in caused by a defective electrical component. paragraph 4-1.1.
8-3. BATTERY REPLACEMENT. Remove the Control Panel Assembly out of the way. Replace the battery as described in paragraph 2-7. Disconnect cables and harnesses from charger. Remove the charger mounting screws and charger. 8-4. BATTERY CHARGER. 8-4.2. Installation. 8-4.1. Removal. Position the new charger in frame and secure with Engage the emergency power disconnect switch four screws.
8-5. PLATFORM CABLE REPLACEMENT. Disconnect the electrical connectors at each end of the mast cable. 8-5.1. Platform Disconnect the mounting clamps and remove wire With the lift vehicle wheels securely blocked, raise ties. the Platform approximately two feet and position Lift harness with protective chain from sheave.
SECTION 10 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN Following is an illustrated parts breakdown of assemblies and parts associated with the BG E-Step Semi-Electric Access Vehicle.
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Lift Cylinder QTY. POS. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION NOTES REQD. 1650-411000-00 LIFT CYLINDER ASSEMBLY 1650-QJYG-0A SEAL KIT Includes pos. 1 - 5 1650-41001X-00 DUST SEAL 1650-41002X-00 SEALING RING 20×28×5 1650-41003X-00 O-RINGS 32×2.4 2130-414000-00 RETAINER RING 1650-41004X-00 SUPPORT RING 10×4...
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