Drive Speed; Tilt Switch; Brake Release System; Emergency-Lowering System - Skyjack SJ20 Operation Manual

Features and devices

3.4-2 Drive speed

The drive speed depends on the MEWP configuration
(lowered travel position/elevated travel position).
When the MEWP is in the elevated travel position, the
speed is slower than the speed in the lowered travel
position. Refer to Section 7.3.

3.4-3 Tilt switch

This device senses when the
predetermined angle in the longitudinal (front-to-back)
or lateral (side-to-side) direction. Refer to
When the tilt switch is on, and the MEWP is in the
elevated travel position, it disables the drive and lift
functions. An alarm makes a sound, and an amber
light flashes on the bracket on the lower scissor arm.
If the alarm makes a sound, fully lower the platform.
Level the MEWP before you raise the platform.

3.4-4 Brake release system

This system releases the brakes before you push,
winch, or tow the MEWP . Refer to
procedure. Refer to Section 3.1
brake release system.
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MEWP has passed a
Section 7.5.
Section 6.2 for the
for the location of the

3.4-5 Emergency-lowering system

With the emergency-lowering system, you can lower
the platform if there is a failure of the primary power.
Refer to Section 6.1 for the emergency-lowering
procedure. Refer to Section 3.1
emergency-lowering valve

3.4-6 Fall-protection anchorages

Fall-protection anchorage: When required, use
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this as a point to attach personal fall protection
equipment (PFPE). Do not attach the PFPE to
any other points on the platform. Do not use
this anchorage to lift, anchor, attach, or hold the
platform, or other apparatuses or material.
WARNING
Only use the fall protection anchorage in the limits
of the platform. Do not use the fall protection
anchorage for other than its intended function
(refer to Section 2.3). If you use it incorrectly,
death, serious injury, and/or MEWP damage can
occur.
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