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Operator’s Manual 60-J Diesel ART_4883 Serial Number Range 14400700 - Up Part # 95793 This manual applies to machines ANSI A92.20-2020 and CSA B354.6-2019. September 2022...
Your MEC Aerial Work Platform has been designed, built, and tested to provide safe, dependable service. Only authorized, trained and qualified personnel shall be allowed to operate or service the machine.
For your safety and the safety of those around you, you must operate your machine as instructed in this manual. MEC designs aerial work platforms to safely and reliably position personnel, along with their necessary tools and materials, at overhead work locations. The owner/user/operator of the machine should not accept responsibility for the operation of the machine unless properly trained.
Section 2 - Safety September 2022 Safety Alert Symbols & Fall Protection 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.
Meets requirements of ANSI A92.20-2020 and CSA B354.6-2019. Allowable ambient temperature range: -20° F to 120° F (-29° C to 49°C). Consult with MEC for operation outside of this range. *Working Height adds 6 feet (2 m) to platform height.
Keep away from the machine if it contacts energized electrical lines. Personnel on the ground or in the platform must not touch or operate the machine until energized power lines are shut off. Page 5 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
(b) Transmission lines greater than 133 kV LEGEND = No shading, in the front views, indicates no proximity requirements = Light shading indicates spotter is required = Heavy shading indicates the NO GO ZONE ART_3265 Page 6 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
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Such persons shall be capable of working safely on energized circuits and shall be familiar with the proper use of special precautionary techniques, personal protective equipment, insulating and shielding materials and insulated tools. Page 7 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
EXCEEDS 28 MPH (12.5 M/S) NEVER alter or disable any machine components. DO NOT replace any part of the machine with anything except MEC-supplied or MEC- approved parts. NEVER use ladders or scaffolds in the platform or allow them to touch any part of the machine.
Stunt driving and horseplay are PROHIBITED. Check for personnel and obstructions below the platform when lowering the Art 5508f platform. Page 9 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
Move this switch down for low idle speed and slow function speed. Speed/Torque Move this switch to the left for high speed drive. Push this switch to the right for high Switch torque drive. Page 12 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
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Retract Function Depress the enable bar on front of the control lever, then push the thumb switch forward to retract the boom. Page 13 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
Start/Stop Switch Push switch up to start engine. Push switch down to stop engine. The light will turn on when the Kubota ECU determines it necessary to activate glow plugs Glow Plug Light before starting the engine. Page 14 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
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Press and hold the Function Enable Switch (#15), then move this switch down to lower the jib. 17 Circuit Breaker Trips when there is excessive electrical load. Push to reset. Auxiliary Power If normal power fails, press and hold while using boom retract and boom lower functions. Switch Page 15 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
Hazardous locations and atmospheres • Inadequate surface and support to withstand all load forces imposed by the machine • Wind and weather conditions • The presence of unauthorized personnel • Other possible unsafe conditions Page 16 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
Check Emergency Stop Switches at both the base and platform controls – turn clockwise to reset. ART_3353 Starting Engine from Base Controls Be sure that the upper and lower EMERGENCY STOP Switches are reset. Lower Control Box: Turn Key Switch to CHASSIS. ART_4714 Page 17 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
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Starting Engine from Platform Controls Lower Control Box: Turn the Key Switch to PLATFORM. ART_4721 Platform Control Box: Move the Start/Stop switch UP to start. Release the switch when the engine starts. ART_4725 Page 18 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
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Section 7 - Operating Instructions & Pre-Operation Function Tests September 2022 The light will turn on when the Kubota ECU determines it necessary to activate glow plugs before starting the engine. ART_3343 Page 19 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
Press the Emergency Stop Switch at any time to stop all machine functions. Turn switch clockwise to reset. Depress the EMERGENCY STOP switch whenever the machine is not in operation. Turn switch clockwise to reset. ART_3353 Page 20 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
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Retract the boom until it stops. Boom should retract to minimum length. • Releasing the switch will stop boom extension or retraction. ART_4717 • Pressing the Emergency Stop Switch will stop boom extension or retraction. Page 21 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
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• Push the switch left and right. The platform should rotate accordingly. ART_4720 • Releasing the switch will stop platform rotate function. • Pressing the Emergency Stop Switch will stop platform rotate function. Page 22 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
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An audible alarm will sound and all machine function will stop. Remove weight from the platform to restore function and continue. ART_3528 Water-Fuel Separator Light Indicates if water has contaminated fuel. Drain fuel and replace. ART_5658 Page 23 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
PFPE manufacturer’s instructions. ALWAYS wear approved fall protection, properly attached to a designated ART_4713 anchor point, when operating the machine. DO NOT attach more than one lanyard per anchor point. Page 24 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
Release the trigger or button and reengage to activate the Function Enable System. The Drive function and most boom functions are enabled by squeezing the trigger at the front of the appropriate control handle. ART_4729 Page 25 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
Operate from Platform Enter the platform through one of the personnel entry gates. Close and secure the entry. Press the Start/Stop switch UP to start. Release the switch when the engine starts. ART_4725 Page 26 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
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If the Tilt Alarm sounds while the counterweight is downhill, first lower the • boom, then retract the boom. Move the machine to a firm, level surface before continuing operation. • Low Fuel Indicator Light Light ON indicates a low-fuel alert condition. Refuel soon. ART_3337 Page 27 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
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Overload Light and Alarm Light ON indicates too much weight on the platform. An audible alarm will sound and all machine function will stop. Remove weight from the platform to restore function and continue. ART_3529 Page 28 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
Note: The Steering Function does not automatically return the steering wheels to the centered position. Stay alert to the position of the steering wheels before and during machine operation. Page 29 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
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Control Lever. ART_4747 Speed/Torque Switch Move this switch to the left for high speed drive. Push this switch to the right for high torque drive. ART_4757 Page 30 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
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ART_4732 • Platform Level power is disabled upon exceeding 5® out of level when out of the stowed position. Power is allowed only to the direction that returns the platform toward level. Page 31 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
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Turn the Selector Key Switch to the OFF position and remove the key to prevent unauthorized use. Always put the switch in OFF position when leaving the machine at the end of the work day. ART_4734 Page 32 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
Power Switch ART_5661 The Auxiliary Power System is used to lower the platform in case of primary power failure. To lower the platform, activate the Auxiliary Power Switch to run the auxiliary hydraulic pump. Page 33 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
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Note: The Auxiliary Power Switch serves as an enable switch. It is not necessary to use the primary function enable switch. Test Operation • Test the Auxiliary Power System from both control stations. • Test any lift function for 5-10 seconds to verify proper operation. Page 34 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
Never open a hydraulic system when there are contaminants in the air. Always clean the surrounding area before opening hydraulic systems. Use only recommended lubricants. Improper lubricants or incompatible lubricants may cause as much damage as no lubrication. Page 35 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
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Section 8 - Machine Inspections and Maintenance September 2022 Watch for makeshift “fixes” which can jeopardize safety as well as lead to more costly repair. Inspection and maintenance should be performed by qualified personnel familiar with the equipment. Page 36 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
Thread the sling through the opening in the boom post as shown below. Connect it to the overhead hoist, then lift enough that the weight of the boom assembly is being supported by the hoist. ART_4745 Page 37 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
Check engine oil level. Check engine coolant level at overflow bottle. Check fuel tank level. Secure all covers, panels and hoods. Ensure that all gates are properly closed and secured before operating the machine. Page 38 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
If the machine is used in very dusty, exceptionally hot or exceptionally cold conditions, replace hydraulic filter element and air filter element (under normal conditions replace every 6 months or 300 hours, whichever comes first). Date Inspected By Page 39 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
Overload Sensing System: Emergency Stop: Test for proper operation; Recalibrate if it fails to cut Breaks All Circuits functions and sound alarm at more than 105% of rated load. Signature/Owner-User: Date: Signature/Mechanic: Date: Page 40 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
Machines that have been out of service for more than three months must have the Frequent Inspection Checklists completed before returning to service. Page 41 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
Change every six months or 300 hours, whichever occurs first Hydraulic Filter Element Filter (located inside Hydraulic Reservoir) Severe Conditions -- very dusty, exceptionally hot or exceptionally cold conditions Change every three months or 150 hours, whichever occurs first Page 42 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
• • Wires disconnected, broken, or loose? • GP400 Diagnostic LED OFF? • LED should be ON. If not ON or FLASHING, refer to Service Manual or contact MEC • Technical Support • Error code at Onboard Diagnostic Center? •...
September 2022 Warning and Instructional Decals Warning and Instructional Decals All warning and instructional decals must be present, legible and secure. Back of boom Front of turret Front of turret Inside INSIDE CASE Page 44 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
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Section 10 - Warning and Instructional Decals September 2022 Each side of chassis Each side of chassis Page 45 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
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September 2022 Item Part Number Description Qty. 93182 Decal, Diesel - Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Only 93745 Decal, MEC Boom 60-J, Module Door 93801 Decal, Compartment Access 93807 Decal, Danger Tipover 93755 Decal, Danger Panel 95268 Decal, MEC Duralink - 60-J...
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Pmax = 30% (Wm + Wc + Wopt) / Contact Area MAX. SIDE LOAD The maximum safe force that the occupant can exert laterally on an object outside the platform. Page 48 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
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MEC machinery. Truck drivers are responsible for loading and securing machines, and should be properly trained and authorized to operate MEC machinery. Drivers are also responsible for selecting the correct and appropriate trailer according to government regulations and company policy. Drivers must ensure that the vehicle and chains are strong enough to hold the weight of the machine (see the serial number plate for machine weight).
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• Carefully operate the winch to lower the machine down the ramp or pull the machine up the ramp. • Chock the wheels and engage the brakes before disengaging the winch. Winch ART_4741 Page 50 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
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Lift the Rotation Lock using the attached pin, then rotate to the right and lower it into the shallow depression to engage. See illustration. Disengage the Rotation Lock before operation. Disengaged Engaged ART_4743 Page 51 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
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• Engage the Rotation Lock of each machine as previously instructed on page 51, using one of the side turntable locking holes. • Secure the platform of each machine as previously instructed above. Page 52 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
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3. Place a 2-inch (5 cm) diameter pin at least 30 inches (80 cm) long through the hole at the platform end of the turntable as indicated in the illustration. Be careful to avoid hydraulic lines. ART_4903 Page 53 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
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5. The oval holes are 4” tall and 2.5” wide, make sure a crane hook will fit and not get jammed Page 54 60-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
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4”) above the oval hole such that the chain is forced wider and does not put a side load on the cable-track. 8. Ensure that the length of each chain keeps the machine approximately level Page 55 60-J Diesel - Operator’s 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 **Fed Ex shipments require Fed Ex account 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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