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60-J Diesel
Boom Lift
Serial # 14400001 - Up
93924
September 2015
Operator's Manual
CE/Australian Specifications
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . inside cover
Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Safety Alert Symbols & Safety Signal Words . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Electrocution Hazard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Tip-over Hazards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Fall Hazards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Collision Hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Additional Safety Hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Battery Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Controls & Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Component Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Platform Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Base Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Workplace Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Prestart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Starting Engine from Base Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Starting Engine from Platform Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Engine Speed Select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
High Capacity Switch (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Shutdown Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Auxiliary Power System & Test. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Machine Inspections and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Supporting The Boom Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Pre-Start Inspection Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Frequent Inspection Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Annual Inspection Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Routine Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Frequent and Annual Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Warning and Instructional Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Transport Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Securing to Truck or Trailer for Transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Loading ............. 43 60-J Diesel Driving or Winching onto or off of a Transport Vehicle .

  • Page 2: Specifications

    Maximum Wheel Load 4.86 kg/cm Meets applicable requirements of EN280:2013. Allowable ambient temperature range: -30° C to 50°C. Consult with MEC for operation outside of this range. *Working Height adds 2 m to platform height. **Weight may increase with certain options.
  • Page 3 This Operator’s Manual has been designed to provide you, the owner, user or operator, with the instructions and operating procedures essential to properly and safely operate your MEC Aerial Work Platform for positioning personnel, along with their necessary tools and materials, to overhead work locations.

  • Page 4: Safety

    MEC designs aerial work platforms to safely and reliably position personnel, along with their necessary tools and materials, at overhead work locations. The owner/user/operator of the machine should not accept responsibility for the operation of the machine unless properly trained.

  • Page 5: Safety Alert Symbols & Safety Signal Words

    Safety Safety Alert Symbols & Safety Signal Words MEC manuals and decals use symbols, colors and signal words to help you recognize important safety, operation and maintenance information. This is the Safety Alert Symbol. It is intended to alert operators, users and owners to potential personal injury hazards.

  • Page 6: Electrocution Hazard

    60-J Diesel Safety Electrocution Hazard ELECTROCUTION HAZARD!!! THIS MACHINE IS NOT INSULATED! DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY will result from contact with or inadequate clearance from any electrically charged conductor. You must maintain a CLEARANCE OF AT LEAST 10 FEET (3.05 m) between any part of the machine, or its load, and any electrical line or apparatus carrying over 300 Volts up to 50,000 Volts.
  • Page 7 60-J Diesel Safety Minimum Save Approach Distance 5000 V Max. volts Higher voltage 20000 V Min. volts 15000 V 10000 V Lower voltage 5000 V Min. volts (b) Avoid simultaneous contact across (a) Affected area areas of high potential difference...

  • Page 8: Tip-Over Hazards

    (hoses, cords, wires, ropes, etc.) to hang from the platform. NEVER alter or disable any machine components. DO NOT replace any part of the machine with anything except MEC-supplied or MEC-approved parts. NEVER use ladders or scaffolds in the platform or allow them to touch any part of the machine.

  • Page 9: Fall Hazards

    60-J Diesel Safety Fall Hazards DO NOT sit, stand or climb on the platform guard rails. Maintain a firm footing on the platform floor at all times. Keep the platform floor clear of debris. DO NOT fasten a fall restraint lanyard to an adjacent structure.

  • Page 10: Additional Safety Hazards

    60-J Diesel Safety Additional Safety Hazards Explosion and Fire Hazards DO NOT operate the machine in hazardous locations or locations where potentially flammable or explosive gasses or particles may be present. Damaged Machine Hazards Conduct a thorough pre-start inspection of the machine and test all functions before each work shift to check for damage, malfunction and unauthorized modification.

  • Page 11: Controls & Components

    60-J Diesel Controls & Components Controls & Components Component Locations Platform Platform Controls Swing Gate Boom Lift Gate Engine Module Engine Controls Module Fuel Tank Turntable Hydraulic Tank Base Controls Chassis ART_4708 93924 – September 2015 Page 9...

  • Page 12: Platform Controls

    60-J Diesel Controls & Components Platform Controls ART_4822 ALWAYS check over, under and around the machine for personnel, structures and obstructions before activating any control function and continue to watch for hazards while operating the machine CONTROL DESCRIPTION Function Enable Button Press and hold this button to enable boom and platform operations.
  • Page 13 60-J Diesel Controls & Components CONTROL DESCRIPTION High Capacity Green light illuminates when the High Capacity setting is properly engaged. Indicator Light To engage the High Capacity setting, retract the boom, then move the switch to the down position. (Optional) If the green light does not illuminate, retract the boom until it turns on.

  • Page 14: Base Controls

    60-J Diesel Controls & Components Base Controls ART_4824 ALWAYS check over, under and around the machine for personnel, structures and obstructions before activating any control function and continue to watch for hazards while operating the machine Page 12 93924 – September 2015...
  • Page 15 60-J Diesel Controls & Components CONTROL DESCRIPTION Hour Meter Indicates total elapsed time of machine operation. Selector Switch PLATFORM Select to operate from the platform control panel. BASE Select to operate from the base control panel. Select to stop operation from either control panel.

  • Page 16: Workplace Inspection

    60-J Diesel Workplace Inspection Workplace Inspection DO NOT operate this machine until you have read and understood this manual, have performed the Workplace Inspection, Pre-Start Inspection and Routine Maintenance, and have completed all the test operations detailed in the Operating Instructions section.

  • Page 17: Operating Instructions & Pre-Operation Function Tests

    60-J Diesel Operating Instructions & Pre-Operation Function Tests Operating Instructions & Pre-Operation Function Tests DO NOT operate this machine until you have read and understood this manual, have performed the Workplace Inspection, Pre-Start Inspection and Routine Maintenance, and have completed all the test operations detailed in the Operating Instructions section.

  • Page 18: Starting Engine From Base Controls

    60-J Diesel Operating Instructions & Pre-Operation Function Tests Starting Engine from Base Controls Be sure that the upper and lower EMERGENCY STOP Switches are reset. • Lower Control Box: Turn Key Switch to CHASSIS. ART_4714 • Move the Start/Stop switch to the right to start. Release the switch when the engine starts.

  • Page 19: Starting Engine From Platform Controls

    60-J Diesel Operating Instructions & Pre-Operation Function Tests Starting Engine from Platform Controls • Lower Control Box: Turn the Key Switch to PLATFORM. ART_4721 • Platform Control Box: Move the Start/Stop switch UP to start. Release the switch when the engine starts.

  • Page 20: Base Controls Operation & Pre-Operation Functions Test

    60-J Diesel Operating Instructions & Pre-Operation Function Tests Base Controls Operation & Pre-Operation Functions Test ART_4824 ALWAYS check over, under and around the machine for personnel, structures and obstructions before activating any control function and continue to watch for hazards while operating the machine Emergency Stop •...
  • Page 21 60-J Diesel Operating Instructions & Pre-Operation Function Tests Select BASE Operation • Turn the Selector Key Switch to BASE. ART_4714 Function Enable • Press and hold this switch to enable and operate machine functions from the base controls. • Press down to operate the controls at slow speed.
  • Page 22 60-J Diesel Operating Instructions & Pre-Operation Function Tests Do not elevate the platform if the machine is not on a firm level surface. Base Control Boom/Platform Functions ART_4716 Boom Extend/Retract • Move and hold the Extend/Retract switch on the base control panel to extend or retract the boom.
  • Page 23 60-J Diesel Operating Instructions & Pre-Operation Function Tests Platform Level The platform will automatically level as the boom is lifted or lowered. The Platform Level function allows manual level adjustment of the platform. Manual leveling may be used to adjust the platform within 5° of level.

  • Page 24: Platform Control Operation & Pre-Operation Functions Test

    60-J Diesel Operating Instructions & Pre-Operation Function Tests Overload Light and Alarm • Light ON indicates too much weight on the platform. • An audible alarm will sound and all machine function will stop. • Remove weight from the platform to restore function and continue.
  • Page 25 60-J Diesel Operating Instructions & Pre-Operation Function Tests Platform Control Panel ART_4823 ALWAYS check over, under and around the machine for personnel, structures and obstructions before activating any control function and continue to watch for hazards while operating the machine.
  • Page 26 60-J Diesel Operating Instructions & Pre-Operation Function Tests Platform Operations Test Emergency Stop • Press the EMERGENCY STOP switch at any time to stop all machine functions. • Turn switch clockwise to reset. • Depress the EMERGENCY STOP switch whenever the machine is not in operation.
  • Page 27 60-J Diesel Operating Instructions & Pre-Operation Function Tests Tilt Indicator Light STOP ALL MOVEMENT if Tilt Alarm sounds. Death or Serious Injury may occur. Light ON and alarm sounding indicates an unsafe condition. • STOP ALL MOVEMENT. The machine is not level.
  • Page 28 60-J Diesel Operating Instructions & Pre-Operation Function Tests Drive Control Lever Operation Depending on the orientation of the boom and chassis, the Drive and Steer Upper Control Box functions may move the machine in directions opposite of the motion of the Directional Arrows control lever.
  • Page 29 60-J Diesel Operating Instructions & Pre-Operation Function Tests Drive & Steer Directional Arrows Pay careful attention to the Chassis Drive & Steer arrows for machine direction. Upper Control Box Platform over non-steering wheels Platform over steering wheels Decals When the platform is over the steering wheels,...

  • Page 30: Engine Speed Select

    60-J Diesel Operating Instructions & Pre-Operation Function Tests Engine Speed Select Use this switch to set the engine speed when functions are enabled. Setting this switch to low idle speed allows the operator to move the machine slowly and precisely.

  • Page 31: High Capacity Switch (Optional)

    60-J Diesel Operating Instructions & Pre-Operation Function Tests Platform/Jib Functions Control Lever The Platform/Jib Functions control lever controls the Platform Rotate and Jib Lift/Lower functions. The control lever is fully proportional for both functions. These functions are enabled by pressing the trigger on the front of the control lever.

  • Page 32: Auxiliary Power System & Test

    60-J Diesel Operating Instructions & Pre-Operation Function Tests Auxiliary Power System & Test If primary power fails while the platform is elevated, use the Auxiliary Power System to safely lower the platform. Do not climb down the boom assembly or exit the platform while elevated.

  • Page 33: Machine Inspections And Maintenance

    60-J Diesel Machine Inspections and Maintenance Machine Inspections and Maintenance DO NOT operate this machine until you have read and understood this manual, have performed the Workplace Inspection, Pre-Start Inspection and Routine Maintenance, and have completed all the test operations detailed in the Operating Instructions section.

  • Page 34: Supporting The Boom Assembly

    60-J Diesel Machine Inspections and Maintenance Supporting The Boom Assembly NEVER perform work under the boom assembly with the platform elevated without first supporting the boom assembly. DO NOT work beneath the boom assembly with the platform elevated unless the boom assembly is properly supported.

  • Page 35: Pre-Start Inspection Checklist

    60-J Diesel Machine Inspections and Maintenance Pre-Start Inspection Checklist The operator must conduct a Pre-Start Inspection of the machine before each work shift. DO NOT use a damaged or malfunctioning machine. Initial Description  Check that the operator’s manual and manual of responsibilities are in the storage container located on the platform.

  • Page 36: Frequent Inspection Checklist

    60-J Diesel Machine Inspections and Maintenance Frequent Inspection Checklist This checklist must be used at 3-month intervals or every 150 hours of machine use, whichever occurs first. Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury. The frequency and extent of periodic examinations may depend on national and/or government regulations.

  • Page 37: Annual Inspection Report

    Annual Inspection Report Annual Inspection Report Date Serial Number Model Number MEC Aerial Platform Sales Corp. 1401 S. Madera Avenue • Kerman, CA 93630 USA Date Of Last Inspection 800-387-4575 • 559-842-1500 • Fax: 559-842-1522 Date Placed In Service Customer...

  • Page 38: Routine Maintenance

    60-J Diesel Machine Inspections and Maintenance Routine Maintenance IMPORTANT— The operator may perform only maintenance items on the Pre-Start Inspection Checklist. Frequent and Annual maintenance must be performed by qualified service technicians. Pre-Start Inspection Perform routine maintenance as identified in the Pre-Start Inspection Checklist on page 33.

  • Page 39: Lubrication

    60-J Diesel Machine Inspections and Maintenance Lubrication Operator may perform routine maintenance only. Lubrication listed as Scheduled Maintenance must be performed by a qualified service technician. Controls Module components removed for clarity Add Oil Here LEVEL Fill to Here Hydraulic Fluid...

  • Page 40: Troubleshooting

    • Obvious fluid leak or damaged component? • Wires disconnected, broken, or loose? • GP400 Diagnostic LED OFF? LED should be ON. If not ON or FLASHING, refer to Service Manual or contact MEC Technical Support. • Error code at Onboard Diagnostic Center? See Section 4 of Service Manual or contact MEC Customer Service.

  • Page 41: Warning And Instructional Decals

    MACHINE WEIGHT MAX. SIDE LOAD PRESSURE 93741 XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXX MANUFACTURED BY MEC AERIAL WORK PLATFORMS, 1401 S. MADERA AVE, KERMAN, CA 93630 USA 94042 MULTIPLE PATENTS PENDING. 93804 2 places 93755 93742 93855 93745 2 places...
  • Page 42 60-J Diesel Warning and Instructional Decals Decals (continued) Australia only inside S ID 8911 4 places -- wrapping 93754 each corner 93926 -- Std. Machine 94043 -- Standard 227 KG Capacity 93755 93927 -- with High Capacity option 3 places...
  • Page 43 60-J Diesel Warning and Instructional Decals Decals (continued) On Air Cleaner Housing Each side of chassis Each side of chassis Each end 2 places each 91975 2 places 91972 91971 92117 93805 93806 91982 91981 94045 4 places 93815 93814...
  • Page 44 XXXXX XXXXX XXXXX XXXX XXXXX ART_4828 MANUFACTURED BY MEC AERIAL WORK PLATFORMS, 1401 S. MADERA AVE, KERMAN, CA 93630 USA 94042 MULTIPLE PATENTS PENDING. Serial Plate Description MFG DATE. Month / Year of manufacture MODEL NUMBER. Identifies the machine. SERIAL NUMBER. Identifies a machine with reference to its original owner. Refer to the number when requesting information or ordering parts.

  • Page 45: Transport Instructions

    Truck drivers are responsible for loading and securing machines, and should be properly trained and authorized to operate MEC machinery. Drivers are also responsible for selecting the correct and appropriate trailer according to government regulations and company policy. Drivers must ensure that the vehicle and chains are strong enough to hold the weight of the machine (see the serial number plate for machine weight).

  • Page 46: Driving Or Winching Onto Or Off Of A Transport Vehicle

    60-J Diesel Transport Instructions Driving or Winching onto or off of a Transport Vehicle Before loading the machine, orient the turntable so that the platform is over the non-steering wheels so that the Rotation Lock may be engaged later in the loading process.

  • Page 47: Securing To Truck Or Trailer For Transport

    60-J Diesel Transport Instructions Securing to Truck or Trailer for Transport • Turn the key Selector Key Switch to OFF and remove the key before transport. • Turn the Battery Disconnect Switch to OFF before transport. • Inspect the entire machine for loose or unsecured items.
  • Page 48 60-J Diesel Transport Instructions Securing the Platform With the boom completely stowed, raise the jib slightly, then use the Platform Level function to lower the platform until the front of the platform touches the trailer surface. Route the tie-down strap as shown...
  • Page 49 60-J Diesel Transport Instructions OTES 93924 – September 2015 Page 47...
  • Page 50 60-J Diesel Transport Instructions OTES Page 48 93924 – September 2015...
  • Page 51 (1) year from date of registered sale or date the unit left the factory if not registered. MEC Aerial Platform Sales Corp. further warrants the structural weldments of the main frame and scissor arms to be free from defects in material or workmanship for five (5) years from date of registered sale or date unit left the factory if not registered.
  • Page 52 MEC Aerial Platform Sales Corp. 1401 South Madera Ave • Kerman, CA 93630 USA Ph: 1-877-632-5438 • 559-842-1500 • Fax: 559-842-1522 www.mecawp.com...

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