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SB47JRT Operator Manual SB47JRT PN 508361-000 Jan 08...
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The aerial platform is not electrically insulated. Death or serious injury will result from con- tact with, or inadequate clearance from, an energized conductor. Do not go closer than the minimum safe approach distance as defined by the Minimum Safe Approach Distance section in Chapter 3 –...
Additional copies of this manual may be ordered from • Manual lowering valve at chassis UpRight. Supply the model and manual part number from • Hydraulic oil level and temperature gauges the front cover to assure that the correct manual will be •...
Do not modify this aerial platform without prior written can result from such accidents. Read and under- consent of the UpRight Engineering Department. Modifi- stand the information in this manual and on the plac- cation may void the warranty, adversely affect stability,...
LP Fuel Tank Lower Controls Upper Controls Chassis Steer Wheels Right Side Emergency Lowering Hydraulic Fluid Tank Valve And Filter Battery Disconnect Switch Main Boom Intermediate Boom Engine Platform Batteries Tip Boom Steer Wheels Platform Foot Switch Left Side SB47JRT – 0075522...
Note 2: Ethylene glycol or Propylene glycol may be used. Refer to the Cummins Operation and Maintenance Manual B3.3 Series Engines for specific coolant recommendations and specifications. Note 3: Refer to the engine manufacturers manual for specific lubricating oil recommendations and specifications. SB47JRT – 0075522...
Over 50kV to 200kV 6.10 Over 200kV to 350kV Over 350kV to 500kV 7.62 10.67 Over 500kV to 750kV Over 750kV to 1000kV 13.72 Table 1 – Minimum Safe Approach Distance Figure 3 – Minimum Safe Approach Distance SB47JRT – 0075522...
All platform occupants must wear a fall restraint device moving the chassis, booms, or platform. Allow suffi- connected to a lanyard anchor point. cient room and time to stop movement to avoid con- tact with structures or other hazards. SB47JRT – 0075522...
In case of injury by escap- written consent from UpRight. ing hydraulic fluid, seek medical attention at once. Do not operate the aerial platform from trucks, trailers,...
Placards and Decals Tighten the fuel tank cap securely. If the fuel cap is lost, replace it with an approved cap from UpRight. Use of a The aerial platform is equipped with placards and decals non-approved cap without proper venting may result in that provide instruction for operation and accident pre- pressurization of the tank.
Figure 4.1 – Lower Controls Note 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. Figure 4.3 – Emergency Lowering Knob SB47JRT – 0075522...
Retract and lower the main boom and then drive to a level surface when the tilt alarm sounds. The tilt alarm is for added protection and does not justify operating on anything other than firm, flat, level surfaces. Figure 4.5 – Platform SB47JRT – 0075522...
If the alarm sounds, lower the platform to the ground and Platform then turn the engine off. Do not restart the engine until Overload Light the condition that caused the low oil pressure has been corrected. Figure 4.8 – Lower Control Panel SB47JRT – 0075522...
(refer to Figure 4.9). to drive on public roadways. The flashing light warns personnel that the aerial platform is in the area. Flashing Light Figure 4.9 – Flashing Light Figure 4.10 – Platform Work Lights SB47JRT – 0075522...
During high pump flow situations, the gauge indicates the condition of the filter. When the needle on the gauge is in the red zone, it is time to change the filter. Filter Gauge Figure 5.5 – Hydraulic Fluid Filter Gauge SB47JRT – 0075522...
An alarm sounds when the switch is turned on to warn others that the machine engine is being started. • Emergency stop button • Control selector switch • Start switch SB47JRT – 0075522...
The platform rotation switch (refer to Figure 6.2) is used to rotate the platform relative to the end of the tip boom. Figure 6.3 – Wiring Box The switch is spring returned to the center off position. SB47JRT – 0075522...
• Throttle switch • Platform rotate switch Speed Knob Use the boom speed control knob (refer to Figure 6.5) to control the speed of the following boom functions. • Boom extend/retract • Jib up/down • Platform rotate clockwise/counterclockwise SB47JRT – 0075522...
The throttle switch (refer to Figure 6.5) is used to set the engine throttle speed to either low or high idle. • HI – high speed and low torque operation. • LO – low speed and high torque operation. SB47JRT – 0075522...
(refer to Figure 6.6). Step down on and hold the platform foot switch to activate the drive and boom functions from the upper controls. Platform Foot Switch Figure 6.7 – Platform Work Lights Figure 6.6 – Platform SB47JRT – 0075522...
The distance between the top and bottom dipstick marks corresponds to about 1 l (1 quart US). Add oil, if neces- Figure 7.3 – Deutz Air Intake sary, before starting the engine. SB47JRT – 0075522...
Electrical System Electrical power is supplied from either one or two, 600 CCA, 12 volt batteries. These batteries supply 12 volt DC electrical power to operate the aerial platform electrical and electrohydraulic components. SB47JRT – 0075522...
Only Check the top of the batteries, the terminals, and cable use hydraulic fluid as recommended. ends (refer to Figure 7.6). They should be clean and free of corrosion. Clean the top of the batteries if necessary. SB47JRT – 0075522...
Check the Engine/Emergency Emergency wheel lug nuts to see that none are missing, damaged, Power Switch Stop Button or loose. Ground Operation Switch Start Switch Figure 7.10 – Lower Controls SB47JRT – 0075522...
4. Open the rear door on the left side of the machine to Figure 7.11). access the level sensor (refer to Figure 7.12). Use the following procedure to test the emergency lower- ing system. 1. Use the lower controls to raise the main boom. SB47JRT – 0075522...
It is important to inspect the fasteners that connect the components. Weldments Visually inspect all weldments for abnormal wear, abra- sion, or deformation that could cause interference be- tween moving parts. Figure 7.14 – Bottom of Main Boom at Tip End SB47JRT – 0075522...
Inspect the optional swinging gate to see that it swings freely, closes firmly, and is not deformed in any way. Make sure the spring closes and secures the gate when the gate is closed. SB47JRT – 0075522...
Replace any missing or illegible placards or decals be- nents are present and in working condition. fore operating the aerial platform. Placard and decal kits are available from UpRight distributors. Placards and Decals Inspect all safety and operational placards and decals.
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Chapter 7 – Prestart Inspection 0162366 0162366 This machine is not electrically insulated. Do not operate in proximity to high voltage power lines and parts! 0162336E 0162336E 0162366 0162336E 0323897 0070901 0162366 0162336E Right Side 0070901 0323897 SB47JRT – 0075522...
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(Tow Option Only) 0073298 0073298 Right Side 0082203 0082160 (Tow Option Only) 0162366 0162336E 0162366 0162366 Front This machine is not electrically insulated. Do not operate in proximity to high voltage power lines and parts! 0162336E 0162336E 0082203 SB47JRT – 0075522...
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0162366 0162366 0162366 This machine is not electrically insulated. 0162336E Do not operate in proximity to high voltage power lines and parts! 0162336E 0162336E 0073298 Left Side 0072531 0073298 Platform 0072531 0072530 Upper Control Panel Front 0072530 SB47JRT – 0075522...
Drive motion alarm Sounds when aerial platform moves Driving and work lights Proper operation Platform control cover In place and proper operation Tow Kit In place, no damage or deformation Placards and Decals In place and readable SB47JRT – 0075522...
AC generator. Cold oil may also cause machine General Specifications in temperatures of 0°C cavitation and pump damage. The hydraulic system may (10°F) or below. be equipped with an optional cold weather warm-up kit. SB47JRT – 0075522...
6. Release the function toggle switch to stop movement. turned back to off before the engine will start. 7. Place the ground operation switch in the off position 6. Let the engine warm to operating temperature. when no functions are being operated. SB47JRT – 0075522...
The horn will • removing excess load from the platform. sound intermittently and the red light (refer to Figure 8.3) will illuminate when the platform rated work load is ex- ceeded. SB47JRT – 0075522...
The potential for an accident increases when safety ment as indicated by the directional arrows on the chas- devices do not function properly. Death or serious sis. injury can result from such accidents. Do not alter, disable, or override any safety device. SB47JRT – 0075522...
The air line may be used to conduct fluids such as water or antifreeze. Contact your local distributor or UpRight for Four Wheel Drive compatibility information before using the air line to con- The machine may be equipped with a four wheel drive duct other fluids.
7. Rotate the turntable slightly to the side so you can disconnect plate (refer to Figure 9.4). Turn the plate see the front wheels. over so the nipple points inward. Reinstall the two bolts. 8. Verify that the machine wheels, loading ramps, and transport vehicle are aligned. SB47JRT – 0075522...
6. Adjust the length of each chain or strap so the aerial the aerial platform and that all manufacturer’s instruc- platform remains level when raised off the ground. tions and warnings, regulations and safety rules of their employer and/or any state or federal law are followed. SB47JRT – 0075522...
9. Use wire-ties to fasten the platform gate to the guard- lugs as attachment points. Proper tie-down and haul- rails to prevent the gate from bouncing. Also, use ing are the responsibility of the carrier. wire-ties to fasten the platform foot switch to the plat- form floor. SB47JRT – 0075522...
3. Pull the emergency stop button outward. ate position. 4. Hold the ground operation switch in the on position 4. Step down on the platform foot switch (refer to Figure while holding the engine/emergency power switch 10.4). down in the emergency power position. SB47JRT – 0075522...
Make sure all personnel stand clear be encountered. Refer to Chapter 2 for the gross vehicle while lowering the booms. weight of the aerial platform. Use the following procedure to manually lower the main boom. SB47JRT – 0075522...
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(refer to Figure 10.6). Turn the plate 12. Unfasten the tow vehicle from the machine and re- over so the nipple points inward. Reinstall the two place the tow bar on the storage cradles. bolts. 13. Verify that the drive system operates properly. SB47JRT – 0075522...
Push the main system circuit breaker The main system circuit breaker on the wiring box has tripped. The en- button back in. If the button pops back out, refer the problem to a gine will not crank. qualified service technician. SB47JRT – 0075522...
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No alternator current/broken fan belt. Turn the engine off. Do not restart the engine until the cause of no alterna- tor current has been corrected or the fan belt is replaced. SB47JRT – 0075522...
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Place switch in the on position. Battery disconnect switch turned off. not work. Pull the emergency stop button out Emergency stop switch at lower con- to the on position. trols is pushed in to the off position. SB47JRT – 0075522...
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Booms drift down. The emergency lowering valve is open. Turn the emergency lowering knob to close the valve. Hydraulic system malfunction. Stow the machine and do not oper- ate until repairs are made. SB47JRT – 0075522...
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Let fluid cool before resuming operation. hose. Stow the machine and do not oper- Hydraulic system component failure. ate until repairs are made. Severe hydraulic leak. Do not operate machine until repairs Failure of hose, tube, fitting, seal, etc. are made. SB47JRT – 0075522...
This system includes a harness or platform height – the vertical distance measured from the floor of the belt, lanyard, and a lanyard anchor. Federal OSHA, ANSI, and UpRight platform to the surface upon which the chassis is being supported.
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Appendix A – Glossary SB47JRT – 0075522...