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This manual is for MEWPs with serial numbers: SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT: A200 000 001 & above Please refer to the website (www.skyjack.com) for contact information, other Serial Numbers, the most recent Technical Manuals, and USB software. The original instructions are in English.
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It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices. Blue Safety information. IMPORTANT IMPORTANT indicates a procedure essential for safe operation and which, if not followed, may result in a malfunction or damage to the MEWP . SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA 221587ACA...
1.1-6 Service policy and warranty A MEWP is a mobile machine intended for moving Skyjack warrants each new product to be free of persons, tools, and material to working positions. It defective parts and workmanship for the first 2 years consists of a work platform with controls, an extending or 3000 hours, whichever occurs first.
SJ Rough Terrain Scissor Lift series. For a list of applicable models, refer to section 7.1. Equipment identified with ANSI meets the ▪ ANSI SAIA-A92.20-2018 standard. Equipment identified with CSA meets the CSA ▪ B354.6:2017 standard. 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
Hydraulic manifolds. ▪ A platform control console ▪ An emergency-lowering system. ▪ An AC power outlet. ▪ A liquid propane gas (LPG) tank (optional ▪ equipment). A ladder at the rear of the base. ▪ SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA 221587ACA...
Capacity and maximum number of persons ▪ Voltage ▪ Maximum drive height ▪ Maximum platform height ▪ Maximum wind speed ▪ Maximum manual force ▪ Model year ▪ MEWP weight ▪ System pressure ▪ Maximum incline. ▪ 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
IMPORTANT Only use original or manufacturer-approved parts and components for the MEWP . NOTE Refer to the Skyjack website (www.skyjack.com) for machine registration and latest service bulletins before you do frequent, periodic or annual inspections. 1.4-3 Owner The owner is responsible for the maintenance inspections and repairs.
▪ Keep a minimum safe distance It was modified without permission from ▪ from sources of high-voltage Skyjack and the MEWP owner. power. If you do not obey, there is a risk of death or serious injury. 2.1 Electrocution hazards...
MAKE SURE the ground condition assessment DO NOT allow the considers the subsurface voids such as cellars, entanglement of ropes, cables basements, culverts, and pipes. or hoses with the MEWP , adjacent structures or objects. 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
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DO NOT use the MEWP as a crane. DO NOT use the MEWP when the wheels or tires are damaged. Make sure the wheel nuts are tight. Refer to section 4.2-5. DO NOT sit, stand, or climb on the guardrails. SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA 221587ACA...
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DO NOT place materials on the guardrails entry gate(s) in place. or materials that exceed the confines of the guardrails unless approved by Skyjack. Remove all personnel from the platform before you try to free a snagged platform with the base DO NOT use the MEWP under controls.
If personal fall-protection equipment (PFPE) is potentially flammable gases, explosive gases or required, by an employer or the authority having particles) are appropriate for the MEWP specifications jurisdiction, Skyjack recommends the use of a full (refer to section 7.5). body harness with a lanyard. PFPE must be attached...
8) on the MEWP . Do these tasks before the operation: 1. Worksite inspection. Refer to section 2.4. 2. Daily visual and maintenance inspections. Refer section 4.2. 3. Function tests. Refer to section 4.3. SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA 221587ACA...
Section 3 – Familiarization Overview of the MEWP 3.1 Overview of the MEWP Platform control console Manual Outrigger/generator storage box control console Base control (optional equipment) console Emergency- lowering/ brake release/ freewheeling valves Main power disconnect switch 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
The switch must be in the on position to operate the MEWP . The switch must be in the off position when you transport the MEWP or put it in storage. SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA 221587ACA...
(LPG) or gasoline as the fuel type. Glow plug indicator (diesel): This light comes on when the glow plug switch is held. It stays on until the glow plug heating cycle is complete. 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
Emergency-stop/operation light: This button disconnects power to the control circuit. When the light is on continuously, the platform ▪ controls are available. When the light flashes, there is an overload ▪ (refer to section 3.4-8) SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA 221587ACA...
Do not try to free a snagged platform with the base controls until you remove all personnel from the platform. If you do not obey, there is a risk of death or serious injury. 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
The propane cylinder is available in MEWPs with dual fuel engines. Propane cylinder valve: Turn the valve clockwise to close the fuel supply. Turn the valve counterclockwise to open the fuel supply. SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA 221587ACA...
Refer to section 5.9 on how to extend CAUTION and retract the extension platform. Skyjack approved modifications and attachments can change the MEWP specifications. Refer to the applicable instructions and labels. IMPORTANT Refer to the labels of the optional equipment the actual weight.
The main power disconnect switch. ▪ Smart ID cards for MEWPs that have the access The emergency-stop button on the base control control function. Skyjack does not supply or reset ▪ PIN codes or Smart ID cards. Speak to the MEWP console.
The emergency-stop button on the base control position, this switch enables functions of the ▪ console auto-level switch and outrigger extend/retract switches. The idle/platform/base key switch. ▪ Generator switch: This switch turns the generator on or off. 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
MEWP is not level, or there is an quickly outrigger or auto-level function error. The outriggers are extended and the MEWP is level. The light is on while the auto-level function is active only. SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA 221587ACA...
If the MEWP is damaged or has been modified from the initial factory-delivered condition, without permission from Skyjack, lock and tag the MEWP . Remove the MEWP from service. If you do not obey, there is a risk of death or serious injury.
The ground area below the MEWP ▪ for servicing. Only a qualified service technician Outriggers (optional equipment). ▪ must repair the MEWP . If you do not obey, there is a risk of death or serious injury. 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
There are no loose or missing parts. ▪ The tie rod end studs are attached and tight. ▪ Do not use tires other than the tires that Skyjack There is no visible damage. specifies for this MEWP . Do not mix different types ▪...
Make sure all the battery connections are tight. ▪ If applicable, check the battery fluid levels. If ▪ the plates do not have a minimum 13 mm (1/2 inch) of solution above them, add distilled or demineralized water. 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
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Make sure that the muffler and exhaust ▪ leakage. systems are correctly attached with no visible damage. Engine and pivot tray Make sure there are no loose or missing parts. ▪ SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA 221587ACA...
Make sure that there are no loose or missing ▪ on the gauge. parts. Make sure there is no visible damage or ▪ hydraulic leaks. 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
Make sure the platform control cable is ▪ Make sure that the fall-protection anchorages ▪ correctly routed. are correctly installed. 3. Use the MEWP ladder to exit the platform. Make sure there is no visible damage. ▪ SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA 221587ACA...
Make sure all the pins and fasteners are ▪ correctly installed, including the connections to the base and platform. Make sure that the cables and wires have the ▪ correct routing, and show no signs of wear and/or physical damage. 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
5. Start the engine at the base. emergency-stop button comes on. This shows 6. Turn the main power disconnect switch to the that the system is in operation, and there are off position. no faults. Result: The engine stops. ▪ SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA 221587ACA...
Result: The platform lowers. ▪ in the raise position. 6. Press and turn the manual override knob of the Result: The platform raises. ▪ holding valve clockwise until it stops to restore normal operation. 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
3. Open the engine compartment cover. 4. Lift the switch guard for the positive air shutoff on the base control console. 5. Move the positive air shut-off switch to the on position to engage the shutoff valve SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA 221587ACA...
2. Squeeze and hold the function-enable switch Result: The engine stops. ▪ 3. Press the steering rocker switch on top of the controller handle to steer left and right. Result: The steer wheels turn left and right. ▪ 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
7 seconds. 4. Slowly push the controller handle to move the MEWP in the forward direction. Result: The MEWP does not move in the ▪ forward direction. SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA 221587ACA...
5. Pull the controller handle to fully lower the platform. Result: The platform fully lowers. ▪ 4.3-14 Do a test of the horn 1. Press the horn button Result: The horn makes a sound. ▪ 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
4. Push and hold the SGLE button only. Do not squeeze the function-enable switch . Push and pull the controller handle to raise or lower the platform. Result: The platform does not raise or lower. ▪ SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA 221587ACA...
8. Move and hold the auto level switch in the retract position to fully retract all four outriggers. Result: All four outriggers fully retract. ▪ 9. Move and hold the auto-level enable switch in the enable position. 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
3. Move the lift/off/drive switch to the lift Result: All four outriggers fully retract. ▪ position. 4. Move and hold the auto-level enable switch in the enable position. SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA 221587ACA...
The generator starts. The light goes on. 4. Move the generator switch to the off position. Result: The generator stops. The light goes ▪ off. The throttle goes back to idle. 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
Each item shall be inspected using the appropriate section PASS NOT APPLICABLE of the Skyjack operating manual. As each item is inspected, Add a comment if the item does not pass inspection. check or complete the appropriate box. Comment (if item does not pass inspection)
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Section 4 – Inspections Before Operation Operator’s Checklist Operator’s Checklist (page 2 of 2) of the Skyjack operating manual. As each item is inspected, Add a comment if the item does not pass inspection. check or complete the appropriate box.
It was modified without permission from ▪ button for 15 to 20 a. Push the Skyjack and the MEWP owner. seconds, until the Diesel engine start If you do not obey, there is a risk of death or light turns off.
If you do not obey, there is a risk of death or serious injury. 4. Use the MEWP ladder to enter the platform. 5. Close the gate. 6. Pull the emergency-stop button on the platform control console. 7. Start the engine. 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
2. Move the lift/off/drive switch to the drive position. 3. Squeeze and hold the function-enable switch. 4. Move the controller handle forward or rearward to drive at and in the necessary speed and direction. SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA 221587ACA...
When you drive on rough ground ▪ When you drive the MEWP on to or remove it ▪ from a transport vehicle. 1. To use the inclined-drive, move the inclined- drive/level-drive switch to the inclined-drive (low speed/high torque) position. 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
MEWP is level. The light is on while the auto-level function is active only. 4. Make sure each outrigger pad is in firm contact over its entire surface area, with a suitable supporting surface. SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA 221587ACA...
5. Turn the idle/platform/base key switch to the idle position on the base control console and remove the key. 6. Push the emergency-stop button. 7. Turn the main power disconnect switch to the off position. 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
6. Find the emergency-lowering valve the hydraulic compartment, pull and hold the emergency-lowering valve to lower the platform. 7. Press and turn the override knobs of each holding valve clockwise until it stops to restore normal operation. SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA 221587ACA...
The Tip-over hazard. Disengage the brakes manually brake is released. before you push, winch, or tow the MEWP . If you do not obey, there is a risk of death or serious injury. 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
Remove all personnel, tools, and materials from ▪ the platform. Lift the MEWP with the forklift forks in the forklift ▪ lift locations . Refer to Figure 035. SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA 221587ACA...
Remove all personnel, tools, and materials from ▪ the platform. Attach the rigging to all four lift points . Refer ▪ Figure Figure 04 Appropriate method to hoist 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
Refer to Figure 06. Vertically, the center of gravity is approximately a small distance above the chassis. ������ ������� � �������� 124631AC Figure 06 MEWP Center of Gravity SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA 221587ACA...
MEWP ladder to enter risk of death or serious injury. or exit the platform. If you do not obey, there is a risk of death or serious injury. 2. Use the MEWP ladder to enter the platform. 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
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6. Use as low a speed as practical to drive the MEWP forward to the necessary location. 7. Push the emergency-stop button when the MEWP is at the necessary location. 8. Turn the main power disconnect switch to the off position. SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA 221587ACA...
The guardrail system must be in the vertical position. Lock all pins correctly. An incorrectly locked guardrail can cause a fall, which can result in death or serious injury. 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
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Fall hazard. To prevent a fall, keep away from the sides of the platform when you fold or unfold the 15. Fold down the left-side extension guardrail. guardrails. If you do not obey, there is a risk of death or serious injury. SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA 221587ACA...
12. Put in all locking pins to lock the right side guardrail in position. 13. Unfold the left-side extension guardrail. 14. Put in the locking pin to lock the left-side extension guardrail in position. 15. Unfold the right-side extension guardrail and the front guardrail. 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
If you do not obey, there is a risk of death or serious injury. 6. Connect the platform control console cable to the electrical plug in the engine compartment of the MEWP . Refer to section 6.5. SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA 221587ACA...
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21. Return the guardrails to the vertical position if folded. Refer to section 6.6 for the procedure on how to fold the guardrails. 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
Crush hazard. Do not put parts of your body through the scissor assembly unless the maintenance support is correctly deployed. If you do not obey, there is a risk of death or serious injury. SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA 221587ACA...
2. Push all the emergency-stop buttons, and turn tag the MEWP for servicing or repair. If you do not the main power disconnect switch to the off obey, there is a risk of death or serious injury. position. 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
6. Open the valve one quarter-turn counterclockwise. Do an inspection for gas leaks. 7. If there are no gas leaks, fully open the propane cylinder valve. 8. Wipe off the soapy water after the inspection is complete. SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA 221587ACA...
13 months. If you do not obey, there is a risk of death or serious injury. IMPORTANT The Owner’s Annual Inspection Record on the scissor assembly must be filled out after an annual inspection is completed. 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
Emission sound pressure level at platform does not exceed 70 dB(A). Vibration - acceleration to which operator’s body is subjected does not exceed 0.5 m/sec * Weights are approximate; refer to serial nameplate for specific weight. SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA 221587ACA...
WARNING Do not use tires other than the tires that Skyjack specifies for this MEWP . Do not mix different types of tires or use tires that are not in good condition.
▪ controls active or to enable base control console. Read the operating manual. ▪ Positive air shutoff (optional equipment) Select the positive air shut-off switch (optional) to stop the air supply to the engine. 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
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Turn the switch counterclockwise to turn the power off. ▪ Use a padlock to lock the switch in position. ▪ �� 90 lb-in 10.2 N-m Battery fuse assembly Assemble fuse as shown. Torque to value indicated. ���������� SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA 221587ACA...
Read and understand the outlined risks associated with this ▪ MEWP prior to operation. Indicates location of operating manual. ▪ 172267ACZZ Skyjack logo Model number* Product Identifier *Model number will vary and may not be as shown. Caution tape stripe 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
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Keep clear. Stay away from MEWP when in operation. Annual inspection Ensure that MEWP has received annual inspection prior to operation. Model number* Product Identifier *Model number will vary, may not be as shown. Tip-over hazard Wheel specifications SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA 221587ACA...
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Elevate™– Powered by Trackunit (optional equipment) This MEWP is equipped with additional functionality. QR code This code gives you fast access to the MEWP documentation, and the live MEWP data supplied by ELEVATE telematics (optional equipment). 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
Skyjack logo Caution tape stripe Serial plate Product identification and specifications �� Maintenance support Deploy maintenance support here. ���������� Skyjack manufactured date Manufactured Shows the month and year of manufacture for this MEWP . /YYYY SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA 221587ACA...
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5. Turn Main power disconnect switch to on position. 6. Raise platform until there is adequate clearance to retract the maintenance support. 7. Retract the maintenance support up and place into storage bracket. 8. Fully lower the platform. 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
8.4 Left side Description Label Pictorial Skyjack logo Model number* Product Identifier *Model number will vary, may not be as shown. Caution tape stripe Keep clear Keep clear. Stay away from MEWP when in operation. SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA 221587ACA...
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Section 8 – Labels Left side Left side (continued) Description Label Pictorial Model number* Product Identifier *Model number will vary, may not be as shown. Connect AC supply Connect AC Supply here. 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
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MEWP movement. 9. Pull out the plunger of the brake auto-reset valve to re- engage the brakes. 10. Turn the freewheeling valve clockwise until it is closed tightly. SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA 221587ACA...
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160059ACZZ a. push b. turn knurled knob counterclockwise. 3. To lower the platform, pull out emergency-lowering valve located on the outside of the hydraulic tray. 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
Low sulfur fuel or ultra low sulfur fuel only. Diesel (optional equipment) Use diesel fuel only. Diesel, EN 590, DIN 51 628 Unleaded fuel Use unleaded gasoline only. No smoking Do not smoke near this location. SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA 221587ACA...
Perform visual inspection and function tests at the beginning ▪ of each shift. Refer to Section 4: Maintenance and Inspection Schedule. No jewelry Caution–Do not wear jewelry. Warning–Do not alter Do not alter or disable limit switches or other safety devices. 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
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Rear side (continued) Isometric view Description Label Pictorial Lift and tie-down points Only use these points for lifting or tying down. Warning–California Proposition 65 WARNING Cancer and Reproductive Harm– Cancer and Reproductive Harm- https://www.p65warnings.ca.gov/ https://www.p65warnings.ca.gov/. SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA 221587ACA...
Platform view Section 8 – Labels 8.8 Platform view Description Label Pictorial Platform capacity Platform capacity label for SJ6826 RT and SJ6832 RT ▪ respectively. Rated work load in each configuration is as shown. ▪ ( lb) Rated work load includes the weight of both personnel and ▪...
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Fall protection anchorage Attach body harness lanyards of each occupant to fall ▪ protection anchorage points. Rated for one (1) person per anchorage. ▪ Railing pins (vertical) WARNING! Falling Hazard. Ensure hinged railing is pinned. 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
160059ACZZ a. push b. turn knurled knob counterclockwise. 3. To lower the platform, pull out emergency-lowering valve located on the outside of the hydraulic tray. 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
Solid: The outriggers are extended and the platform is level. ▪ Automatic outrigger control console Select to retract all outriggers or to extend all outriggers with ▪ automatic leveling. Select to enable manual or automatic outrigger controls. ▪ 133228AB 221587ACA SJ6826 RT, SJ6832 RT 221587ACA...
Having equipment with features and functionality that allow you and your customers to do more is a vital part of the utilization equation. Skyjack offers a range of accessory products to expand a MEWP’s functionality and your power to offer a truly flexible rental choice.
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WARNING Cancer and Reproductive Harm- https://www.p65warnings.ca.gov/...
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