16 Do A Test Of The Drive Function; 17 Do A Test Of The Brakes; 18 Do A Test Of The Horn - Skyjack SJ45 AJ+ Operation Manual

Function tests

4.3-16 Do a test of the drive function

1. Make sure the path of intended motion is clear.
2. Make sure the boom is in the stowed position,
and the boom is fully retracted.
3. Press and hold the footswitch.
4. Slowly push the drive/steer controller handle
until the MEWP starts to move. Then, release
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the handle, so that it goes back to the center
position.
Result: The MEWP moves in the forward
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direction and then stops.
5. Slowly pull the drive/steer controller handle
until the MEWP starts to move. Then, release
the handle, so that it goes back to the center
position.
Result: The MEWP moves in the opposite
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direction and then stops.
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4.3-17 Do a test of the brakes

IMPORTANT
The brakes engage instantly when you release
the footswitch. This causes the MEWP to stop
immediately.
1. Make sure the path of intended motion is clear.
2. Make sure the boom is in the stowed position.
3. Start the engine.
4. Move the MEWP to a firm, level surface to make
5. Press and hold the footswitch and drive the
6. Remove your foot from the footswitch.

4.3-18 Do a test of the horn

1. Push the horn button
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sure there is the same traction on the left and
right sides.
MEWP forward and then rearward at full speed.
Result: The MEWP comes to a sudden stop.
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Do not operate the MEWP if it does not stop
immediately, or it pulls to one side while it
stops. A service technician must do a check
on the brake adjustments.
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Result: The horn makes a sound.
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