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Operator's Manual
65-J Diesel
ART_4883
This manual applies to machines ANSI A92.20-2020 and CSA B354.6-2019.
Part # 96346
Serial Number Range
September 2022
14800200 - Up

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual 65-J Diesel ART_4883 This manual applies to machines ANSI A92.20-2020 and CSA B354.6-2019. Part # 96346 Serial Number Range September 2022 14800200 - Up...
  • Page 2 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 i 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    � � 43 Section 10 - Warning and Instructional Decals . 44 Warning and Instructional Decals � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 44 Page ii 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 4 � � � � � � � � � � 49 Boom Lifting Instructions � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 53 Page iii 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 5: Section 1 - Introduction

    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.

  • Page 6: Section 2 - Safety

    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.

  • Page 7: Safety Alert Symbols & Fall Protection

    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.

  • Page 8: Section 3 - Specifications

    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.

  • Page 9: Section 4 - Hazards

    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 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 10: Minimum Safe Approach Distance

    (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 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 11 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 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 12: Tip-Over Hazards

    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.

  • Page 13: Fall & Collision Hazards

    Stunt driving and horseplay are PROHIBITED. Check for personnel and obstructions below the platform when lowering the platform. Art 5508f Page 9 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 14: Additional Safety Hazards

    Avoid spilling or contacting battery acid. Neutralize battery acid spills with baking soda and water. Explosion Hazard Keep sparks, flame and lighted tobacco away from batteries. Batteries emit explosive gas. • Electrocution Hazard • Avoid contact with electrical terminals. Page 10 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 15: Section 5 - Controls & Components

    Section 5 - Controls & Components September 2022 Component Locations Component Locations Platform Platform Controls Swing Gate Boom Lift Gate Engine Module Engine Controls Module Fuel Tank Turntable Hydraulic Tank Base Controls Chassis ART_4708 Page 11 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 16: Platform Controls

    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 torque drive. Switch Page 12 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 17 Retract Function Depress the enable bar on front of the control lever, then push the thumb switch forward to retract the boom. Page 13 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 18: Base Controls

    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 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 19 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 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 20: Section 6 - Workplace Inspection

    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 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 21: Section 7 - Operating Instructions & Pre-Operation Function Tests

    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 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 22 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 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 23 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 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 24: Base Controls Operation & Pre-Operation Functions Test

    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 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 25 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 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 26 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 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 27 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 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 28: Platform Control Operation & Pre-Operation Functions Test

    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 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 29: Platform Control Panel

    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 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 30: Platform Operations Test

    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 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 31 • 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 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 32 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 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 33: Drive Control Lever Operation

    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 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 34 Control Lever. ART_4747 Speed/Torque Switch Move this switch to the left for high speed drive. Move this switch to the right for high torque drive. ART_4757 Page 30 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 35 Platform Level power is disabled upon exceeding 5° out of level when ART_4732 • out of the stowed position. Power is allowed only to the direction that returns the platform toward level. Page 31 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 36 Always put the switch in OFF position when leaving the machine at the end of the work day. Carefully exit the platform using a constant three (3) point dismount/grip. ART_4734 Page 32 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 37: Auxiliary Power System & Test

    Platform Controls Upper Auxiliary Power Switch Base Controls Auxiliary Power Switch Lower Auxiliary Power Switch ART_5661 The Auxiliary Power System is used to lower the platform in case of primary power failure. To lower Page 33 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 38 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 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 39: Section 8 - Machine Inspections And Maintenance

    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 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 40 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 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 41: Supporting The Boom Assembly

    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 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 42: Pre-Start Inspection Checklist

    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 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 43: Frequent Inspection Checklist

    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 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 44: Annual Inspection Report

    Boom Shimming Pump Secure Torque on Slew Ring Bolts Batteries: Operator’s Manual Present: Manual Of Responsibilities Transport Locks: Secure Present: Fully Charged Secure Emergency Stop: Breaks All Circuits Comments: Signature/Owner-User: Date: Signature/Mechanic: Date: Page 40 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 45: Routine Maintenance

    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 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 46: Lubrication

    Change every six months or 300 hours, whichever occurs first Hydraulic Filter Element (located inside Hydraulic Reservoir) Filter Severe Conditions -- very dusty, exceptionally hot or exceptionally cold conditions Change every three months or 150 hours, whichever occurs first Page 42 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 47: Section 9 - Troubleshooting

    • Wires disconnected, broken, or loose? • GP400 Diagnostic LED OFF? • LED should be ON. If not ON or FLASHING, refer to Service & Parts Manual or contact MEC • Technical Support Error code at Onboard Diagnostic Center? •...

  • Page 48: Section 10 - Warning And Instructional Decals

    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 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 49 Section 10 - Warning and Instructional Decals September 2022 Each side of chassis Each side of chassis Page 45 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 50 Qty. - 3 91970 Qty. - 2 95275 Qty. - 1 93754 Qty. - 1 93911 Qty. - 1 8911 Qty. - 1 90719 Qty. - 1 90718 Qty. - 1 92236 Qty. - 1 Page 46 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 51 93801 93807 Decal, Danger Tipover 93755 Decal, Danger Panel 95269 Decal, MEC Duralink - 65-J 95276 Decal, ANSI 2020 65-J Lower Control Box 92117 Decal Hydraulic Fluid Range 93855 Decal, Rotation Lock, 60-J 90732 Decal, Warning No Powerwash 93805 Decal, Electrocution Hazard...
  • Page 52 Pmax = 30% (Wm + Wc + Wopt) / Contact Area PRESSURE MAX. SIDE LOAD The maximum safe force that the occupant can exert laterally on an object outside the platform. Page 48 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 53 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).
  • Page 54 • 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 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 55 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 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 56 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 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 57 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 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 58 X Axis Y Axis disengage the Rotation Lock 65-J Boom 60 in / 152 cm 33.4 in / 85 cm before operation. ART_4899 Distance from center of non-steering wheel This procedure is finished. Page 54 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 59 September 2022 Notes Page 55 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 60 September 2022 Notes Page 56 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 61 September 2022 Notes Page 57 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 62 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...
  • Page 63 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.
  • Page 64 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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