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Service & Parts Manual MMAE16 ART_5805A Serial Number Range Part # 95811 17400000 - Up April 2022...
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Aprl 2022 Revision History Date Reason for Update April 2022 New Release MEC Aerial Work Platforms 1401 S. Madera Avenue, Kerman, CA 93630 USA Toll Free: 1-877-632-5438 Phone: 1-559-842-1500 Fax: 1-559-842-1520 info@MECawp.com www.MECawp.com Page MMAE16 - Servce & Parts Manual...
All parts represented here are manufactured and supplied in accordance with MEC quality standards. We recommend that you use genuine MEC parts to ensure proper operation and reliable performance. To obtain maximum benefits from your MEC Aerial Work Platforms, always follow the proper operating and maintenance procedures.
Any procedures not found within this manual must be evaluated by the individual to assure oneself that they are “proper and safe.” Your MEC Aerial Work Platform has been designed, built, and tested to provide many years of safe, dependable service. Only trained, authorized personnel should be allowed to operate or service the machine.
Safety Symbols & General Safety Tips Safety Symbols & General Safety Tips MEC manuals and decals use symbols, colors and signal words to help you recognize important safety, operation and maintenance information. RED and the word DANGER – Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury�����...
*Working Height adds 6 feet (2 m) to platform height. **Weight may increase with certain options. ***Slope rating is subject to ground conditions and adequate traction. ****Occupied floor pressure with deck extended is 168 psf - 0.08kg/m (8 kPa). Page 4 MMAE16 - Servce & Parts Manual...
Torque values apply to fasteners as received from the supplier, dry or when lubricated with normal engine oil����� If special graphite grease, molydisulphide grease, or other extreme pressure lubricants are used, these torque values do not apply����� Page 5 MMAE16 - Servce & Parts Manual...
Torque values apply to fasteners as received from the supplier, dry or when lubricated with normal engine oil����� If special graphite grease, molydisulphide grease, or other extreme pressure lubricants are used, these torque values do not apply����� Page 6 MMAE16 - Servce & Parts Manual...
NEVER perform work on the machine with the platform elevated without first using a 2”×4” to support the mast section as is shown below. Alternatively the platform can be supported with either a forklift or a crane. ART_5817 Page 7 MMAE16 - Servce & Parts Manual...
IMMEDIATELY REPORT TO YOUR SUPERVISOR ANY DEFECT OR MALFUNCTION����� ANY DEFECT SHALL BE REPAIRED PRIOR TO CONTINUED USE OF THE AERIAL WORK PLATFORM����� INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE SHOULD BE PERFORMED BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL FAMILIAR WITH THE EQUIPMENT����� Page 8 MMAE16 - Servce & Parts Manual...
Panel Protection Emergency Device Lowering Batteries Forklift Button Charger Lifting Pockets Main Rear Points Power Wheel Switch Batteries Emergency Motor Down Controllers Battery Chassis Covers Removed To Show Interior For Clarify Art_5805C Page 9 MMAE16 - Servce & Parts Manual...
Both switches must be reset or machine will not operate. Emergency Lowering Push the emergency lowering button located on the ground controls side of the machine under the Main Power Switch. It has a yellow decal border. ART_5818 EMERGENCY LOWERING BUTTOM Page 10 MMAE16 - Servce & Parts Manual...
Inspect the entire machine for loose or unsecured items. Securing the Chassis • Use chains of ample load capacity. • Use a minimum of 4 chains. • Adjust the rigging to prevent damage to the chains. Page 11 MMAE16 - Servce & Parts Manual...
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Attach the rigging only to the designated lifting points on the machine. There are two lifting points on the top of the mast. Adjust the rigging to prevent damage to the machine and to keep the machine level. Page 12 MMAE16 - Servce & Parts Manual...
Alternatively, use a 2”×4” or recommended a 4”×4” a piece of wood to support the mast section that is attached to the platform����� See page 7 for instructions����� Page 13 MMAE16 - Servce & Parts Manual...
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Wire harnesses good cond, secure Limit switches slows drive when elevated Comm cable no damage, secure Indoor/outdoor limit swtch set test Retractile Cord Reel operational Pothole switch test Emergency stop, stops power/operation Battery Charger operation Page 14 MMAE16 - Servce & Parts Manual...
A malfunctioning machine must never be used. If malfunctions are discovered, the machine must be tagged and removed from service. Complete information to perform this procedure is available in the appropriate operator’s manual. Page 15 MMAE16 - Servce & Parts Manual...
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40 hours of usage. After this interval, refer to the rest of the maintenance section for continued scheduled maintenance. Perform the following Quarterly Maintenance procedures: • Inspect the Tires, Wheels and Castle Nut Torque (See page 18) Page 16 MMAE16 - Servce & Parts Manual...
Individual voltage of the block battery Install the cover back. If significant changes to previous measurements or differences between the block batteries are identified, then customer service must be contacted for further testing or repairs. Page 17 MMAE16 - Servce & Parts Manual...
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Check the tire surface and sidewalls for cuts, cracks, punctures and unusual wear. Check each wheel for damage, bends and cracks. Check each nut for proper torque. Nut Torque, Dry 39.8 ft-lbs / 54 Nm Nut Torque, Lubricated 28.8 ft-lbs / 39 Nm Page 18 MMAE16 - Servce & Parts Manual...
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Do not place ladders or scaffold on or against any part of the machine����� Performing this procedure without the proper skills and tools may result in death or serious injury����� Dealer service is strongly recommended����� Page 19 MMAE16 - Servce & Parts Manual...
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Choose a point on the machine; i.e., contact patch of a tire, as a visual reference for use when crossing the test line. Bring the machine to top drive speed before reaching the test line. Release the function enable Page 20 MMAE16 - Servce & Parts Manual...
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Turn the key switch to platform control. Pull out the ground and platform red Emergency Stop button to the ON position. Press the lift function select button. Press and hold the function enable switch on the joystick. Page 21 MMAE16 - Servce & Parts Manual...
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Move the machine onto a grade which exceeds the rating of the level sensor. Refer to the serial label on the machine. Press the lift function select button. Standing on the up-hill side of the machine, attempt to raise Page 22 MMAE16 - Servce & Parts Manual...
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‘stored’ position. It may lead to damage on guide roller if the problem is serious. Page 23 MMAE16 - Servce & Parts Manual...
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Make sure the chock is in place during maintenance For routine servicing purposes, a captive chock shall be used to enable the extending structure to be held in the required position to prevent work platform����� ART_5817 Page 24 MMAE16 - Servce & Parts Manual...
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Elongation of up to 2%, over 12 segments, of the original chain length is permitted. • Measure the value of (3) using an appropriate method. Compare with the value of 4 indicated in the table below. Page 25 MMAE16 - Servce & Parts Manual...
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Check that links are not distorted, deformed or broken. Break Wedging ART_5958E • Check the connection points of links (the lines must be parallel). Replacing the chains The chains must be changed every 7 years. Page 26 MMAE16 - Servce & Parts Manual...
Test all machine functions from the ground controls. • Result: All ground control functions should operate. Turn the key switch to platform control. Test all machine functions from the platform controls. • Result: All platform control functions should operate. Page 27 MMAE16 - Servce & Parts Manual...
Install the battery pack, then raise and descend the platform a few times. Inspect the condition of the machine. Electrocution / burn hazard����� Contact with electrically charged circuits could result in death or serious injury����� Remove all rings, watches and other jewelry����� Page 28 MMAE16 - Servce & Parts Manual...
Platform Controls / PCU Mast Assembly Ground Control Panel Emergency Lowering Battery Button Charger Main Power Switch Motor Controllers Batteries Emergency Hour Down Meter Battery Chassis Covers Removed To Show Interior For Clarify Art_5805D Page 29 MMAE16 - Servce & Parts Manual...
Joystick not in neutral at All Models Check the joystick, and the platform controller. power-up Check the option code. See Service manual for Drive Forward Coil Fault All Models instructions. Page 30 MMAE16 - Servce & Parts Manual...
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Platform has reached maximum height Restore Parameters to All Models See instructions for restoring Defaults Default Battery is draining All Models Batteries are low, consider charging Motor Controller Fault All Models See individual MC fault codes Page 31 MMAE16 - Servce & Parts Manual...
PARAMETERS SHOULD BE ADJUSTED ONLY IF THE FUNCTION IS OPERATING OUTSIDE OF MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS, OR IF WRITTEN APPROVAL IS OBTAINED FROM MEC PRIOR TO MAKING THE CHANGE����� The following adjustments are made at the Platform Controls station using the LED Indicator to display the current settings. Follow the instructions to reach the desired setting.
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Low Drive Speed can be set from 00 to 9°9, but must not be set higher than 50. Factory setting is 50. DO NOT ADJUST THE SETTING HIGHER THAN ART_5131 50����� Save the new setting (See top of page for “Saving New Values“). Page 33 MMAE16 - Servce & Parts Manual...
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Adjust the speed using the steer left and steer right buttons on top of the Control Handle. Steering Speed can be set from 00 to 9°9. Factory setting is 30. Save the new setting (See page 34 for “Saving New Values“). ART_5134 Page 34 MMAE16 - Servce & Parts Manual...
This Parts sections consists of illustrated parts sections and is designed to provide you, the customer, with illustrations and the list of associated parts needed to properly maintain the MEC self-propelled aerial work platform. When used in conjunction with the Service section in this manual and the Operator’s Manual (provided separately), this manual will assist you in making necessary adjustments...
Beacon Switch Limit Limit Switch Switch Limit Relay Switch Ground Control Motor Assembly Controller Charger Motor Motor Contactor Power Switch Fuse Battery Electric Motor Cylinder Controller ILLUSTRATION No. MMAE16 Electrical Harness ART_5946 Page 86 MMAE16 - Servce & Parts Manual...
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41310 Beacon 42074 Limit Switch 44736 Limit Switch 44655 Motor 44639 Electric Cylinder 44686 Motor Controller 44682 Motor Controller 44684 DC Contactor 44031 150A Fuse 42071 Power Switch 44331 Battery 42904 Charger Page 87 MMAE16 - Servce & Parts Manual...
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MEC Parts Order Form Phone: 559-842-1523 Fax: 559-400-6723 Email: Parts@mecawp.com Please Fill Out Completely: Date: Ordered By: Account: Your Fax No����� : Bill to: Ship to: Purchase Order Number Ship VIA ** All orders MUST have a Purchase Order Number...
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MEC Aerial Platform Sales Corp. and is found upon inspection by MEC Aerial Platform Sales Corp. to be defective in material and/or workmanship. MEC Aerial Platform Sales Corp. shall not be liable for any consequential, incidental or contingent damages whatsoever.
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MEC Aerial Work Platforms 1401 S. Madera Avenue, Kerman, CA 93630 USA Toll Free: 1-877-632-5438 Phone: 1-559-842-1500 Fax: 1-559-842-1520 info@MECawp.com www.MECawp.com...
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