All information in this manual is based on the latest product information at the time of publication. Do not go closer than the minimum safe approach Eastman reserves the right to make product distance as defined by the Minimum Safe changes at any time without obligation.
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Other maintenance functions must be performed by maintenance personnel who are qualified to work on the aerial platform. Do not modify this aerial platform without prior written consent of the Eastman Engineering Department. Modification may void the warranty, adversely affect stability, or affect the operational characteristics of the aerial platform.
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Personnel on or near an aerial platform must be continuously aware of electrical hazards, recognizing that death or serious injury can result from contact with an energized conductor. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
5 Only use the machine as it was intended. You read, understand and obey: Manufacturer's instructions and safety rules—safety and operator's manuals and machine decals, employer's safety rules and worksite regulations, applicable governmental regulations. You are properly trained to safely operate the machine. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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Do not use the machine as a ground for welding. Tip-over Hazards Occupants and equipment must not exceed the maximum platform capacity or the maximum capacity of the platform extension. Do not raise the platform unless the machine is on a firm, level surface. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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Do not push off or pull toward any object outside of the platform. Do not alter or disable machine components that in any way affect safety and stability. Do not place or attach fixed or overhanging loads to any part of this machine. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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Occupants should wear a safety belt or harness and comply with applicable governmental regulations. Attach the lanyard to the anchor provided in the platform. Do not sit, stand or climb on the platform guard rails. Maintain a firm footing on the platform floor at all time. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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Do not operate a machine in the path of any crane or moving overhead machinery unless the controls of the crane have been locked out and/or precautions have been taken to prevent any potential collision. Crushing Hazards Keep hands and limbs out of scissors. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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Yellow without safety alert symbol—used to indicate the presence of a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage. White —used to indicate operation or maintenance information. Burn Hazards Batteries contain acid. Always wear protective clothing and eye-wear when working with batteries. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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Do not use batteries that weigh less than the original equipment. Batteries are used as counterweight and are critical to machine stability. Each battery must weigh 65 pounds / 30 kg. Lifting Hazard Use the appropriate number of people and proper lifting techniques when lifting batteries. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
Chapter 4 – Main Components Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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The lower controls override the upper controls. If the up-per control emergency stop button is engaged, the lower controls can still be used to operate the aerial platform. At the upper controls, the emergency stop is a two-position push button. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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The aerial platform driving and lifting functions are interlocked through a limit switch that senses whether or not the pothole protection linkage is locked into position. The drive/lift pothole interlock operates when the platform is elevated approximately 1.8 m (6′). Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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The lever is mounted at the front of the aerial platform. The emergency lowering lever may be used to lower the scissors arms onto the safety prop before inspecting the machine. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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When the load in the platform is near or at rated capacity, an alarm will sound and the red light on the upper controls will flash. The alarm and light warn the operator that the platform is close to becoming overloaded. All functions remain fully operational. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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The aerial platform is equipped with several gauges to monitor the condition of the machine before and during operation. Hour Meter The hour meter is located on the lower control panel. It measures the accumulated aerial platform operating time. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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The aerial platform is equipped with an automatic battery charger that will completely recharge the batteries and turn off after the charge cycle is completed. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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Unplug the extension cord after the battery charger turns itself off. Allow the batteries to cool off after charging. Check the battery water level. Add water to individual cells only if the plates are exposed. Replace the battery caps. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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The following The horn button and battery condition indicator controls are located on the lower control panel. gauge may also be located at the upper control Emergency stop button • station. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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Interlock The joystick has an interlock switch in the handle. Engage the interlock by grasping the joystick and pulling the switch toward the handle. Engage the interlock to activate the steering, drive, or lift functions. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
Shuts off upper controls Horn Sounds when activated Sounds when platform lowers, proper Lowering alarm and interrupt operation Drive motion alarm Sounds when aerial platform moves Battery condition indicator Proper operation Placards and Decals In place and readable Eastman Heavy Machinery...
Be aware of and avoid the following hazardous situations: · Drop-offs or holes · Bumps, floor obstructions or debris · Overhead obstructions and high voltage conductors · Hazardous locations · Inadequate surface support to withstand all load forces imposed by the machine Eastman Heavy Machinery...
Make certain the batteries are charged and the charger is unplugged before operating the aerial platform. Use the following procedure to prepare the aerial platform for operation. Perform a prestart inspection. Close and latch the battery and hydraulic trays. Place the battery disconnect switch in the on position. Lower Controls Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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• To move forward, slowly push the joystick forward. • To move backward, slowly pull the joystick back-ward. Drive Speeds The drive speed is proportional to the joystick position. The farther the joystick is moved, the faster the travel speed. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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Be sure the swing-down rails are up and the pins are all installed, anytime the machine is not being transported. Raising and Lowering The raise speed is proportional to the joystick position. The farther the joystick is moved, the faster the platform raises. There is only one lowering speed. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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Step on the release pedal again and push to fully extend the platform. Step on the platform extension release pedal and pull to retract the platform to the mid-position stop. Step again to fully retract the platform. Swing-Down Rails Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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The aerial platform can tip over if it becomes unstable. Death or serious injury can result from a tip-over accident. Do not open the trays when the platform is raised more than eight feet. To open a tray, push down on the latch and swing the tray open. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
Be sure the winch line is properly secured to the drive chassis tie points and the path is clear of all obstructions. Turn the brake release knob counterclockwise to open the brake valve. Pump the brake release pump knob. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
DECALS-FORKLIFT HOLE 02744 DECALS-WHEEL LOAD 01245 DECAL-CHARGING INDICATION 02715 DECAL-FIRE PREVENTION 02714 DECAL-BATTER TRAY WEIGHT 02705 DECALS-TRAY OPEN DANGER 02741 DECALS-MODEL ES4046/2646/3246 01241 DECALS-LOGO 01255 DECAL-INSTRUCTION MANUAL 02719 DECALS-ELECTRICAL TOOLS 02728 DECAL-SCISSOR SUPPORT 02710 DECALS-RISK OF INJURY Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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02718 DECAL-EMERGENCY DROP 01254 DECALS-LIFTING HOLE 02734 DECAL-CHASSIS OPERATION 02706 DECALS-REFERENCE MANUAL 02707 DECAL-HYDRAULIC SPLASH DANGER 02708 DECALS-HIGH VOLTAGE LINE DANGER 02709 DECALS-RISK OF CRUSHING 02743 DECAL-NAMEPLATE Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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When using our products, failure to comply with the operating manual or other irresponsible behavior may result in serious injury or death. Please accept specific product and marketing standards written warranty certificate EHM do other warranty. EHM® is EHM trademarks registered in China and the U.S. EHM 2019 edition. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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