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- Page 1 120T/TM34T Operating and Safety Instructions MODEL 120T (TM34T) SERIES Niftylift Limited Fingle Drive Stonebridge Milton Keynes MK13 0ER England www.niftylift.com e-mail: info@niftylift.com Tel: +44 (0)1908 223456 Fax: +44 (0)1908 312733 M50121/06...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TM Series Operating & Safety Instructions Table of Contents INTRODUCTION AND GENERAL INFORMATION PAGE 1.1 Foreword 1.2 Scope 1.3 Introducing the 120T Trailer Mount (TM) Series 1.4 General Specification 1.5 Identification 1.6 EC Declaration of Conformity SAFETY 2.1 Mandatory Precautions 7-10 2.2 Environmental Limitations... -
Page 4: Introduction And General Information Page
TM 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
SCOPE These operating instructions contain all the necessary information required to allow the safe operation of any Niftylift 120T (TM34T), powered by electric (DC), diesel (D), petrol/gasoline (P) engine, or a combination of these. 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 120T (TM34T). -
Page 6: General Specification
TM Series Operating & Safety Instructions GENERAL SPECIFICATION FEATURE 120T (TM34T) MAXIMUM HEIGHT - WORKING 12.2m 40ft MAXIMUM HEIGHT - PLATFORM 10.2m 34ft MAXIMUM HEIGHT - STOWED 1.9m 6ft 3in MAXIMUM OUTREACH 6.1m 20ft 1in MAXIMUM WIDTH - TOWING 1.5m... -
Page 7: Identification
ISSUE HYD. CCT D ISSUE P10805 This manufacturer’s plate is attached to Boom 1 on each machine at the time of manufacture on every Niftylift. Please ensure all sections have been stamped and are legible. English/USA – 01/10 Issue 06... - Page 8 ISSUE HYD. CCT D ISSUE P11497 This manufacturer’s plate is attached to Boom 1 on each machine at the time of manufacture on every Niftylift. Please ensure all sections have been stamped and are legible. English/USA – 01/10 Issue 06...
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Page 9: Ec Declaration Of Conformity
TM Series Operating & Safety Instructions EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (Typical) EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY MANUFACTURER AND NIFTYLIFT LTD PERSON RESPONSIBLE MALCOLM NORTH FOR DOCUMENTATION: ADDRESS: FINGLE DRIVE, MACHINE TYPE: MOBILE ELEVATING WORK PLATFORM MODEL TYPE: SERIAL NUMBER: NOTIFIED BODY:... -
Page 10: Safety
2.1.7 Before the Niftylift is used and during use the user shall check the area in which it is to be used for possible hazards such as, but not limited to, uneven ground drop-offs, holes, bumps, obstructions, debris, floor and overhead obstructions, high voltage conductors, wind and weather, unauthorised persons and any other possibly hazardous conditions. - Page 11 Never exceed the maximum platform capacity, as indicated on the decals and machine serial plate. 2.1.9 Never position any part of the Niftylift within 4.0m, (12ft) of any electrical power line, conductor or similar not exceeding 66kV. (Minimum span 125m) Other distances for increased voltages and different spans are given in NZECP 34:1993 THIS MACHINE IS NOT INSULATED.
- Page 12 Any problems or malfunctions that affect the safety of operation shall be repaired prior to continued use. 2.1.23 The boom and platform of the Niftylift shall not be used to jack the wheels off the ground. 2.1.24 The Niftylift shall not be used as a crane.
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Page 13: Environmental Limitations
All standard Niftylift machines are rated for a wind speed of 12.5 m/s, which equates to 45kph / 28mph or force 6 on the Beaufort scale. No attempt should be made to operate a Niftylift in wind strengths above this limit and if the operator has any doubts over the wind speed he / she should cease operation immediately until it can be established that the wind speed has fallen to a safe level. -
Page 14: Preparation And Inspection
***Carry out the Pre-operational Report before placing machine in service. PREPARATION FOR USE Whilst every effort has been made at the Niftylift factory to ensure your machine arrives in a safe and operable condition it is necessary to carry out a systematic inspection prior to putting the aerial platform into service. -
Page 15: Pre-Operational Safety Check Schedules
TM Series Operating & Safety Instructions PRE-OPERATIONAL SAFETY CHECK SCHEDULES Before use at the beginning of the work shift, the aerial platform 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 16 TM Series Operating & Safety Instructions 3.3.3 MONTHLY SAFETY CHECKS Check the engine oil level (if applicable). Check the wheel nuts (torque 80ft lbs/110Nm or 110ft lbs/150Nm Traction Drive Option). Check outriggers for condition, security and operation. Check that the slew worm is secure and correctly in mesh. Clean and re-grease.
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Page 17: Placard, Decals And Installation
TM Series Operating & Safety Instructions PLACARD, DECALS & INSTALLATION (UK) ITEM DESCRIPTION NUMBER Daily Safety Checks P14908 Tilt alarm P18842 P14782 General Crush Before Towing P17341 Boom Clamp P19740 P14896 Coupling instructions P14883 Harness Point P19708 Component Stability P14876... - Page 18 TM Series Operating & Safety Instructions ITEM DESCRIPTION NUMBER Cage Control Cage weigh P17457 Non cage weigh P15924 P14892 Operating instructions P18848 Overload Warning P17124 Noise Warning 85dB P18890 Traction Drive - Engage P14782 Hand Crush P16190 Blank Axle Plate P14864 If E-Stop disabled…...
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- Page 20 TM Series Operating & Safety Instructions 3.4a PLACARD, DECALS & INSTALLATION (USA) ITEM DESCRIPTION NUMBER P18432 Cage Gate Warning P14815 Jockey wheel P15383 Serial Plate P14927 Hydraulic Controls – 5 lever P14926 Hydraulic Controls – 3 lever P14864 If E-Stop disabled…...
- Page 21 TM Series Operating & Safety Instructions ITEM DESCRIPTION NUMBER P14892 Operating Instructions P15334 Carb Regulations P17123 Noise Warning 73dB P14884 Footswitch P14782 Hand Crush P18890 Traction Drive - Engage P18975 Traction Drive – Release P18976 Traction Drive – On slope English/USA –...
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Page 23: Torque Requirements
TM Series Operating & Safety Instructions TORQUE REQUIREMENTS SCREW QUALITY/SIZE Tightening torque in ft lbs (Nm) Grade 10.9 (10) (14) 18.5 (25) (35) M 10 (49) (69) M 12 (86) (120) M 14 (135) (190) M 16 (210) (295) M 18... -
Page 24: Operation
TM Series Operating & Safety Instructions Operation CONTROL CIRCUIT COMPONENTS 4.1.1 CONTROL BOARD: - Situated under the canopy, the control box contains all of the wiring and relays to control the machine operation. The control box is common between models with the same power source, and will contain, where appropriate, discrete fuses for the circuits concerned. -
Page 25: Setting Up Procedures
Read and fully comply with all safety precautions and operating instructions in the Operating and Safety manual and the warning decals on the machine. Position Niftylift on firm ground, bearing in mind range of boom movement so that any overhead obstructions or possible hazards such as, but not limited to, power cables, telephone lines, drains, manhole covers, etc. -
Page 26: Ground Control Operation
TM Series Operating & Safety Instructions GROUND CONTROL OPERATION ALWAYS ALLOW THE ENGINE TO WARM UP BEFORE OPERATING. 4.3.1 GROUND CONTROL INSTRUCTIONS ALL MODELS Check below, above and around the platform for any obstructions or hazards before operating any function. - Page 27 TM Series Operating & Safety Instructions 4.3.2 BOOM FUNCTIONS Push and hold green power button. P14928/001 Select lever 1, 2, 3 or 4 for desired boom function. 1 Operates Telescope UP for out DOWN for in. 2 Operates Lower Boom...
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Page 28: Platform Control Operation
TM Series Operating & Safety Instructions PLATFORM CONTROL OPERATION NEVER START THE NIFTYLIFT IF YOU SMELL PETROL (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 29 TM Series Operating & Safety Instructions EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Push in red emergency stop to shut down all functions. Use emergency hand pump to provide motive power and manoeuvre the machine as normal using the hand levers (Platform or Base). PLATFORM CONTROL STATION...
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Page 30: Cage Weigh System
4.5.1 MECHANICAL VERSION The Niftylift range of machines is available fitted with mechanical cage weigh systems. These are configured to sense a vertical cage overload, which when detected will halt the machine movement. No further use of the platform is then permitted until the overload has been removed. This must be done in a responsible manner and not one in which a greater hazard might be induced. - Page 31 TM Series Operating & Safety Instructions 4.5.4 CALIBRATION If a closer examination of the system is required, typically for testing and approval, the safe working load should be placed in the cage, carefully weighing the test load to ensure accuracy. The addition of a 5kg weight, to any of the four corners of the cage, should sound the alarm.
- Page 32 If there is evidence of any deformation in any part of the structure, then the advice of a Niftylift Service technician should be sought. Physical damage to the assembly is liable to render the cage weigh system inactive, or to affect the accuracy of the result. Under no circumstance permit a damaged machine to enter service without performing a thorough inspection and calibration of the weigh assembly.
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Page 33: Batteries And Charging
TM Series Operating & Safety Instructions BATTERIES AND CHARGING BATTERIES MUST BE RECHARGED IN A WELL-VENTILATED AREA FREE OF FLAME, SPARKS OR OTHER HAZARDS THAT MAY CAUSE EXPLOSION. HIGHLY EXPLOSIVE HYDROGEN GAS IS PRODUCED DURING THE CHARGING PROCESS. Recharge batteries at the end of every working day or shift. - Page 34 TM Series Operating & Safety Instructions Some Niftylifts are fitted with a Battery Management System, which permanently monitors the condition of the batteries. When the batteries become discharged to 20% of their capacity the management system will begin to "shut down" the hydraulic power packs. This causes the drive/boom operating system to alternately stop and start, signalling to the operator that re- charging is necessary.
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Page 35: Transporting, Towing, Craneage, Storage And Setting To Work
• Always ensure the truck or trailer you are loading or towing the Niftylift with can carry it legally. • If loading by crane the use of shackles and an adequately rated spreader beam, with four leg slings, is MANDATORY. - Page 36 Operating & Safety Instructions 4.7.2 TOWING THE MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED TOWING SPEED OF A NIFTYLIFT IS 45 MPH (72 KMPH) WITH A VEHICLE THAT COMPLIES WITH ALL ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATIONS. SPEEDING MAY RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY. It is recommended that the maximum towing speed of 45mph (72kmph) be adhered to for the greatest safety.
- Page 37 TM Series Operating & Safety Instructions 4.7.3 CRANEAGE Observe all of the limitations relating to straps and chains stated above under ‘Transporting’. (Section 4.7.1) When utilising the designated lifting points never apply a ‘snatch’ load, i.e. lift slowly to take up the load before raising.
- Page 38 Service Department for further advice. Niftylift Limited is not liable for any third party damage caused during transport. Careful attention to correct procedures will prevent many of the small snags that can happen in transit. Re-work is both expensive and time consuming.
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Page 39: Traction Drive
TM Series Operating & Safety Instructions TRACTION DRIVE On those trailer machines equipped primarily with fixed width axles, a traction drive system is an available option. This function allows the machine to be manoeuvred by one man, and provides the machine with the capability of ascending or descending a slope of 10% (5.7 degrees). - Page 40 TM Series Operating & Safety Instructions 4.8.2 DISENGAGING DRIVE Unless the machine has been manoeuvred to allow it to be coupled to a towing vehicle (as described in the appropriate section of this handbook), before disengaging the traction drive system the parking handbrake must be fully engaged. On no account disengage the traction drive system unless the handbrake is engaged, the wheels are securely chocked or the machine is connected to a towing vehicle.
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Page 41: Emergency Controls
INCIDENT NOTIFICATION It is a mandatory requirement that any accident or incident involving a Niftylift, regardless of whether any party received injury or property was damaged, be reported by telephone directly to Niftylift. Failure to do so may render any warranty on the machine void. -
Page 42: 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 43: Inspection/ Service Check List
TM Series Operating & Safety Instructions Inspection/Service/Pre-Hire Check list MACHINE SERIAL NO TOWING PASS FAIL Operation of tow coupling Operation of handbrake Operation of jockey wheel STABILISERS Micro-switches secure Locating pins operating freely and oiled Stabilisers operate smoothly Operation of each micro-switch and klaxon (if fitted) - Page 44 TM Series Operating & Safety Instructions SLEWING PASS FAIL Slew assembly and motor are secure Worm/wheel mesh correct, no excessive wear No end float of worm in housing Slew wheel bolts secured Slew guards secure PLATFORM Operation of control valve and buttons...