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USE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E PKS 920 □ □ PKS 720 □ This document is the property of Faraone Industrie Spa Any total or partial reproduction without written authorisation by the author or owner is forbidden...
TOWING, LIFTING AND CARRYING ................1-9 SECTION 2. GENERAL TECHNICAL DATA ............ 2-1 MODEL PKS 1200E GENERAL TECHNICAL DATA ............2-2 MODEL PKS 920 GENERAL TECHNICAL DATA ............. 2-3 MODEL PKS 720 GENERAL TECHNICAL DATA ............. 2-4 BASIC CONSTRUCTIVE DATA ..................2-5 SECTION 3.
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THIS MANUAL IS A VERY IMPORTANT DOCUMENT; ALWAYS KEEP IT NEAR THE MACHINE. Due to continuous improvements to the products, Faraone Industrie Spa reserves the right to amend the technical data without any prior notice. For updated information, contact Faraone Industrie Spa.
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Extending structure: A structure connected to the frame that supports the work platform and enables movement from the platform to the required work position. Frame: Machine Base. It can be a pushed or self-propelled type. AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 0-4...
Manufacturer's premises. Transport of the machine is at the purchaser's expense. The warranty is valid as long as all Standards envisioned for the correct use of the machine are observed. AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 0-5...
For machines sold in other countries: The owner of the machine must decide whether to report installation of the machine and/or assess the need for periodic inspections by specific relevant entities. AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 0-6...
Faraone Industrie Spa. ATTENTION THE NON COMPLIANCE WITH THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS LISTED IN THE MANUAL MAY CAUSE DAMAGES TO THE MACHINE AND TO THE PROPERTY AND INJURIES OR FATAL ACCIDENTS. AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 1-1...
• Do not activate the machine on lorries, trailers, railway wagons, boats, scaffolding or similar, unless Faraone Industrie Spa has approved the operation in writing. • The machine can be switched on at temperatures between -15°C and 40°C.
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ATTENTION ANY AMENDMENTS OR ALTERATIONS TO THE MACHINE MAY ONLY BE APPLIED EXCLUSIVELY WITH PRIOR WRITTEN AUTHORISATION FROM THE PRODUCER. AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 1-3...
• You are reminded to charge batteries in a well-ventilated area. Risk of falls • Before using the machine, ensure all rails and gates are fixed in the correct position. AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 1-4...
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From over 750 to 1000 kV NOTE: such minimum safety operational distance is applied except in cases where the company, local and government Standards are more rigid. Table 1-1: Minimum safety operational distance AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 1-5...
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• Do not attempt to use the machine as a crane. Do not tie the machine to an adjacent structure. AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 1-6...
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• Adjust the driving speed according to the following conditions: ground surface, traffic, visibility, slope, location of the personnel and other factors that represent danger of collision or injuries to personnel. AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 1-7...
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USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL - SECTION 1 • Take into account braking distances, regardless of the speed of the machine. • Do not drive at high speed in reserved or tight areas or when reversing. AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 1-8...
Lift by means of a lifting device with adequate capacity. For information regarding lifting, refer to the relative section in the manual. AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 1-9...
INTENDED TO MOVE PERSONS TO THEIR WORK POSITIONS, FROM WHERE THEY ARE TO CARRY OUT THEIR TASKS FROM THE WORK PLATFORM. THE AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 MUST BE USED ONLY FOR THE PURPOSES FOR WHICH IT WAS CONCEIVED. ANY OTHER USE IS CONSIDERED IMPROPER.
Minimum dimensions 114 cm x 86 cm • 177 cm x 86 cm Maximum dimensions Permitted use EXTERNAL Max working platform rising speed: 0.27 m/s Max working platform descending speed: 0.2 m/s AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 2-2...
Internal dimensions of the working platform: • Minimum dimensions 114 cm x 86 cm • 177 cm x 86 cm Maximum dimensions Permitted use EXTERNAL AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 2-3...
Maximum working height: (from the ground to the 5.3 m floor of the work platform) Selfmoving up to the max. height of: (from the 5.3 m ground to the floor of the work platform) AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 2-4...
WORK PLATFORM: The work platform is completely made of extruded aluminium profiles. The base floor is made of an aluminium sheet coated with a non-slip protection. AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 2-5...
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0.5 m/s ACOUSTIC EMISSIONS: The A-weighted emission sound pressure level is below 70dB ATTENTION ACCORDING TO STANDARD OF REFERENCE (UNI EN 280:2015), THE AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 HAS BEEN TESTED BY THE MANUFACTURER THROUGH: • STATIC STABILITY TESTS (Section 6.1.4.2.1); •...
7. Methods to avoid dangers due to unprotected electric conductors; 8. Requisites of a particular work or particular application of the machine. AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 3-1...
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NOTE: the owner shall provide qualified personnel for training both at the time of delivery of the first units and later, if requested by the user or by personnel. AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 3-2...
"full" line; (e) Batteries – If necessary, charge them; (f) Work platform unit and gate – Correct blocking of the work platform, rails, bar or gate working properly; AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 3-3...
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3. Engine/pump/tank/battery unit 4. Manually extendable work platform unit 5. Work platform control console 6. Manual descent control valve 7. Ground control station 8. Upright unit (extendible structure) 9. Main power switch AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 3-4...
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USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL - SECTION 3 AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 3-5...
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USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL - SECTION 3 Figure 2-1: Complete daily inspection of the machine AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 3-6...
Lift and lower the work platform checking that lifting and lowering happen regularly; Activate all functions and check the correct operation of all end run switches, main and activation switches: AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 3-7...
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Transmission interruption limit switch –When the platform is extracted horizontally, transmission is interrupted and the machine cannot shift; Ensure all machine functions are disabled when activating (pressing) the emergency stop button. AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 3-8...
ON FLOORING WITH MINOR RESISTANCE OF THE WEIGHT OF THE MACHINE (DANGER OF STABILITY LOSS AND OVERTURNING) IN ALL CIRCUMSTANCES NOT EXPRESSLY INDICATED AMONG THE USE CONDITIONS INDICATED IN THIS MANUAL (GENERAL DANGER) AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 3-9...
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✓ Ascertain overhead obstacles are not present along the trajectory, in vertical; ✓ Do not induce dangerous vibrations and/or oscillations such to entail stability loss of the machine and cause an eventual overturning. AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 3-10...
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Prohibition to increase outreach or work height of the mobile work aerial platform using additional equipment (for example, ladders) Prohibition to induce oscillations on the machine so as not to make it unstable AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 3-11...
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Protection of the lower limbs SLIP-PROOF SHOES ATTENTION THE USE OF ANY OTHER SPECIFIC PERSONAL PROTECTIVE DEVICES MUST BE CHECKED BASED ON THE ASSESSMENT OF SPECIFIC RISKS, CARRIED OUT BY THE EMPLOYER AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 3-12...
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EXTENDING BRIDGES AND SIMILAR. THIS MEASURE APPLIES ALSO VERTICAL EXTENDING WORK PLATFORMS. A SPECIFIC RISK ASSESSMENT MUST BE CARRIED OUT BEFOREHAND TO DETERMINE THE NEED FOR A FALL PREVENTION SYSTEM. HOLDING ONLY 1 PERSON AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 3-13...
MACHINE APPLICATION AND OPERATION. THE USER AND THE OPERATOR ARE REQUIRED TO OBSERVE THE CORRECT SAFETY PROCEDURES. The PKS 1200E-920-720 model lifting appliances are electric machines provided with an aerial work platform, assembled on a lifting mechanism with aluminium upright.
BATTERIES. PROVIDE ADEQUATE VENTILATION DURING CHARGING. DO NOT CHARGE A FROZEN BATTERY. NOTE: when the battery charger is connected to an a.c. socket, the transmission function of the machine is deactivated. AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 4-2...
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LED, indicating the battery charging phase, flashes twice and then stays on (the red LED on indicates the charging phase). Charging finishes automatically without warning the operator, and is indicated by a GREEN LED coming on. AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 4-3...
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WHEN THE MACHINE IS PUT OUT OF SERVICE FOR A LONG PERIOD, THE BATTERIES MUST BE COMPLETELY AND EVENLY CHARGED AT LEAST ONCE A WEEK AND KEPT WITH THE PLUG DISCONNECTED TO AVOID THE SAME BATTERIES GOING FLAT. AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 4-4...
Ground control station - The Emergency stop/switch-off button must be in RESTORE position (POWER SUPPLY CONNECTED). • Platform console - The emergency stop/switch-off button must be in RESTORE position (POWER SUPPLY CONNECTED). AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 4-5...
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TURN CLOCKWISE AND RELEASE to restore the emergency stop. Ascent/descent control switch TURN the switch to the RIGHT to make the work platform DESCEND. TURN the switch to the LEFT to make the work platform ASCEND. AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 4-6...
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NOTE: the switch must be on (plug inserted correctly) for the machine to operate. POWER SUPPLY DISCONNECTION PULL UPWARDS to remove the plug. POWER SUPPLY CONNECTION PUSH DOWNWARDS to insert the plug. AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 4-7...
USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL - SECTION 4 PLATFORM CONTROL CONSOLE AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 4-8...
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The emergency button located inside the control console of the work platform is provided with a removable key to prevent the machine from being used by unauthorised personnel. Press the button and remove the key to disconnect general power. AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 4-9...
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POWER SUPPLY CONNECTION TURN clockwise and RELEASE to restore the emergency stop. ATTENTION PREVENT UNAUTHORISED USE BY SWITCHING OFF THE MACHINE AND REMOVING THE KEY WHEN THE AERIAL PLATFORM IS NOT IN USE. AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 4-10...
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RUN mode TURN the selector to the LEFT to enable the machine RUN mode. Work platform MOVEMENT mode TURN the selector to the RIGHT to enable the work platform MOVEMENT mode (up/down). AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 4-11...
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Right/left wheel rotation button Press the RIGHT button to turn the wheels to the right. Press the LEFT button to turn the wheel to the left. AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 4-12...
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The indicator LED's switch on both after a function has been activated by means of the "work platform run/movement" selector and after an alarm has been triggered (also signalled by an intermittent buzzer). The possible alarm conditions are indicated below: AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 4-13...
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BOTH LED'S ON BOTH LED'S FLASHING Maximum load allowed by machine Lifting chain broken/faulty exceeded LED ON LED FLASHING Work platform up/down movement Safety stabilisers did not come out enabling AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 4-14...
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TO PREVENT UNAUTHORISED PERSONNEL FROM USING THE MACHINE'S GROUND CONTROL WHEN THE OPERATOR IS INSIDE THE WORK PLATFORM AT HEIGHTS, THE OPERATOR MUST ALWAYS KEEP THE CONTROLS ENABLING SELECTOR SWITCHED TO "CONTROLS ON CONSOLE". AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 4-15...
NOTE: if necessary, charge the batteries in preparation for the following work day. ATTENTION PREVENT UNAUTHORISED USE BY SWITCHING OFF THE MACHINE AND REMOVING THE KEY WHEN THE AERIAL PLATFORM IS NOT IN USE. AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 4-16...
WORK PLATFORM WITH VERTICAL OPENING SIDE ENTRY Model Maximum capacity 200 kg – 2 people Extending work platform Vertical opening rail Control console of the machine Safety belt connection Objects holder tray (max 5 kg) AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 4-17...
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1. Simultaneously pull down the two stops on the right and left side of the work platform and lengthen the basket (the stops can be released while the basket is being lengthened). AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 4-18...
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PLATFORM COMPLETELY OPEN. ATTENTION IT IS ABSOLUTELY FORBIDDEN TO WORK INSIDE THE WORK PLATFORM IN AN INTERMEDIATE OPEN POSITION, WITHOUT THE STOPS BEING EITHER IN THE ALL CLOSED OR ALL OPEN POSITION. AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 4-19...
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RAILING FROM CLOSING PROPERLY ATTENTION DO NOT RAISE/LOWER THE WORK PLATFORM IF THE RAILING ON THE WORK PLATFORM DOES NOT APPEAR TO CLOSE PROPERLY AND HAVE IT REPAIRED (CONTACT THE MANUFACTURER, IF NECESSARY) AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 4-20...
LOAD CAPACITY ABLE TO SUPPORT THE TOTAL WEIGHT OF THE MACHINE (CHECK THE GROSS WEIGHT OF THE MACHINE IN THE OPERATIONAL TECHNICAL DATA TABLE OF THE MACHINE) ATTENTION FASTEN THE MACHINE SO THAT IT WILL NOT GET DAMAGED DURING TRANSPORT. AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 4-21...
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(see following figure). ATTENTION LIFT THE MACHINE ONLY WITH WORK PLATFORM FULLY LOWERED. AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 4-22...
3. Lift the front protective screen in order to reach the release knob (1); 4. ATTENTION: Pull the release knob slowly to perform emergency descent and constantly monitor the entire descent phase of the work platform (2); AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 5-1...
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USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL - SECTION 5 5. When descent has finished, release the knob and close the front protective screen; 6. Restore power to the machine. AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 5-2...
REPORTING THE ACCIDENT Faraone Industrie Spa must be immediately informed of any accidents to a Faraone product. Contact the factory by telephone and give all the necessary details, also in absence of injuries or evident damages to the property.
PARTIALLY EXTENDED POSITION, ANCHOR THE WORK PLATFORM SAFELY (FOR EXAMPLE, USING A CONTRASTING STRUT ON THE GROUND) TO PREVENT IT FROM ACCIDENTALLY SLIPPING OUT ONTO THE OPERATOR CARRYING OUT THE MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS. AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 6-1...
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PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT TO PROTECT HANDS AGAINST CHEMICAL ATTACK WHEN REPLACING THE BATTERY. DISPOSE OF THE BATTERIES IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE LAWS IN FORCE. REPLACE THE BATTERIES WITH THE SAME TYPES AS THOSE SUPPLIED BY THE MANUFACTURER. AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 6-2...
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Lubrication: hydraulic oil Faraone Industrie Spa recommends using hydraulic oil with a viscosity index of 100. It is not recommended to mix oils of different makes or types, since they may not contain the necessary additives or the same viscosity.
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Note (b) The recommended frequency of lubrication and of the wear checks is based on normal use. If the machine is used for heavy duty work conditions, such as a high number of cycles, unfavourable position, corrosive/dirty AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 6-4...
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The corroded connection points are recognisable by their red-brown colour. This phenomenon can arise from the lack of lubrication or use of grease and oil that is not suitable for penetrating the joints. AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 6-5...
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Checking wear of the chain (Check the cause of the malfunction before installing the new chain) Lifting chain Producer: REGINA – Model: AL544 AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 6-6...
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Replace the chain if the protruding part of the head of the pins is worn down by more than 25% or if the external side is worn down by more than 20% of its width. AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 6-7...
INDICATION INDICATION USING THE PLATFORM” 200 kg “HOLDING ONLY "EMERGENCY INDICATION INDICATION 1 PERSON” DESCENT" “INTERNAL USE AND "MAIN TECHNICAL INDICATION IN THE ABSENCE OF PLATE CHARACTERISTICS WIND” OF THE MACHINE" AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 7-2...
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USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL - SECTION 7 AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 7-3...
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USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL - SECTION 7 AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 7-6...
The machine, built in compliance with the model that is the object of type testing, underwent the following tests: ■ Brake test ■ Overload test ■ Operation test Producing a POSITIVE result. Tortoreto, on AERIAL PLATFORM PKS 1200E-920-720 - Rev 02_2016 Page 7-16...