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Operation and Safety Manual
Original Instructions - Keep this manual with the machine at all times.
SN P900000001 to P900004790
SN P900000001 to P900004840
Models
EcoLift 50
EcoLift 70
3121740
December 5, 2019 - Rev D

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  • Page 1 Operation and Safety Manual Original Instructions - Keep this manual with the machine at all times. Models EcoLift 50 SN P900000001 to P900004790 EcoLift 70 SN P900000001 to P900004840 ® ANSI 3121740 December 5, 2019 - Rev D...
  • Page 2 WARNING Operating, servicing and maintaining this vehicle or equipment can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine except as necessary, service your vehicle or equipment in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing.
  • Page 3 FOREWORD FOREWORD This manual is a very important tool! Keep it with the machine at all times. The purpose of this manual is to provide owners, users, operators, lessors, and lessees with the precautions and operating procedures essential for the safe and proper machine operation for its intended purpose. Due to continuous product improvements, JLG Industries, Inc.
  • Page 4 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOLS AND SAFETY SIGNAL WORDS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOLS AND SAFETY SIGNAL WORDS This is the Safety Alert Symbol. It is used to alert you to the potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death INDI CATES A POTENTIALLY HA ZARDOUS SI TUATI ON.
  • Page 5 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOLS AND SAFETY SIGNAL WORDS For: THIS PRODUCT MUST COMPLY WITH ALL SAFETY RELATED BULLE- • Accident Reporting • Standards and Regulations Compliance Information TINS. CONTACT JLG INDUSTRIES, INC. OR THE LOCAL AUTHORIZED • Product Safety Publica- tions •...
  • Page 6 REVISION LOG REVISION LOG Original Issue A - May 26, 2016 Revision B - May 15, 2018 Revision C - June 29, 2018 - Revised Prop 65 Revision D - December 5, 2019 3121740...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION - 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS PRE-START INSPECTION ....... . . 2-4 DAILY WALK-AROUND INSPECTION .
  • Page 8 TABLE OF CONTENTS LIST OF FIGURES Righting of Tipped Machine ......4-1 2-1. Daily Walk-Around Inspection (EcoLift 50) ... . 2-6 INCIDENT NOTIFICATION .

  • Page 9: Section 1 - Safety Precautions

    SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SECTION 1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS GENERAL These sections contain the responsibilities of the owner, user, operator, lessor, and lessee concerning safety, training, inspec- This section outlines the necessary precautions for proper and tion, maintenance, application, and operation. If there are any safe machine usage and maintenance.

  • Page 10: Transporting

    SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS TRANSPORTING Tipping Hazards FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING TIPPING HAZARD INSTRUCTIONS COULD CAUSE THE UNIT TO TIP OVER OR BE HARD TO CONTROL WHEN BEING MOVED, WHICH COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. •...
  • Page 11 SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • Two persons are required on slopes up to 5°. A forklift must • Never position the unit sideways on a slope. be used when moving units on slopes greater than 5°. • Do not elevate the platform or move the machine on a soft •...

  • Page 12: Pre-Operation

    SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS PRE-OPERATION • Ensure that the machine is to be used in a manner which is within the scope of its intended application as determined Operator Training and Knowledge by JLG. • This manual must be read and understood in its entirety •...

  • Page 13: Machine Inspection

    SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • Check the work area for hazardous locations. Do not oper- • Ensure all safety devices are operating properly. Modifica- ate the machine in hazardous environments unless tion of these devices is a safety violation. approved for that purpose by JLG.

  • Page 14: Operation

    SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS OPERATION • Do not allow personnel to tamper with or operate the machine from the ground with personnel in the platform, General except in an emergency. • Machine operation requires your full attention. Bring the •...

  • Page 15: Trip And Fall Hazard

    SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Trip and Fall Hazard or leaving the platform. Always maintain “three point con- tact” with the machine, using two hands and one foot or • Prior to operation, ensure all gates and rails are fastened two feet and one hand at all times during entry and exit.

  • Page 16: Electrocution Hazard

    SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Electrocution Hazard equipment from any electrical line or apparatus carrying up to 50,000 volts. One foot additional clearance is required for every additional 30,000 volts or less. Table 1-1. Minimum Approach Distances (M.A.D.) VOLTAGE RANGE MINIMUM APPROACH DISTANCE (Phase to Phase) in Feet (Meters)

  • Page 17: Tipping Hazards

    SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • Ensure that the ground conditions are adequate to support or governmental requirements for work practices near energized equipment. the maximum tire load indicated on the tire load decals located on the chassis adjacent to each wheel. Do not oper- ate machine on unsupported surfaces.

  • Page 18: Crushing And Collision Hazards

    SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Crushing and Collision Hazards • Do not increase the platform size with unauthorized deck extensions or attachments. • If the mast assembly or platform is caught so that one or • Approved head gear must be worn by all operating and more wheels are off the ground, platform personnel must ground personnel.

  • Page 19: Moving, Lifting And Repositioning

    SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS MOVING, LIFTING AND REPOSITIONING • When moving the machine, the operator must limit travel speed according to conditions of ground surface, conges- General tion, visibility, slope, location of personnel, and other fac- tors. • Never allow personnel in platform while moving, lifting •...

  • Page 20: Maintenance

    SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS MAINTENANCE • Do not replace items critical to stability, with items of differ- ent weight or specification. Do not modify unit in any way to affect stability. This sub-section contains general safety precautions which must be observed during maintenance of this machine. It is of utmost importance that maintenance personnel pay strict attention to these precautions to avoid possible injury to per- MODIFICATION OR ALTERATION OF AN AERIAL WORK PLATFORM SHALL BE...

  • Page 21: Section 2 - Preparation And Inspection

    SECTION 2 - PREPARATION AND INSPECTION SECTION 2. PREPARATION AND INSPECTION PERSONNEL TRAINING Means to avoid the hazards of unprotected electrical conductors. The aerial platform is a personnel handling device; so it is neces- Specific job requirements or machine application. sary it be operated and maintained only by trained personnel.

  • Page 22: Preparation, Inspection, And Maintenance

    SECTION 2 - PREPARATION AND INSPECTION PREPARATION, INSPECTION, AND MAINTENANCE The following table covers the periodic machine inspections JLG INDUSTRIES, INC. RECOGNIZES A FACTORY-TRAINED SERVICE TECHNI- and maintenance recommended by JLG Industries, Inc. Consult CIAN AS A PERSON WHO HAS SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED THE JLG SERVICE local regulations for further requirements for aerial work plat- TRAINING SCHOOL FOR THE SPECIFIC JLG PRODUCT MODEL.

  • Page 23: Inspection And Maintenance Table

    SECTION 2 - PREPARATION AND INSPECTION Table 2-1. Inspection and Maintenance Table PRIMARY SERVICE TYPE FREQUENCY REFERENCE RESPONSIBILITY QUALIFICATION Before using each day; or when- Operator and Safety Pre-Start Inspection User or Operator User or Operator ever there’s an Operator change. Manual Pre-Delivery Before each sale, lease, or rental...

  • Page 24: Pre-Start Inspection

    SECTION 2 - PREPARATION AND INSPECTION PRE-START INSPECTION DAILY WALK-AROUND INSPECTION General The Pre-Start Inspection should include each of the following: Begin the Walk-Around Inspection at item 1 (See Figure 2-1. on Cleanliness – Check all surfaces for leakage, debris or page 2-6 and Figure 2-2.
  • Page 25 SECTION 2 - PREPARATION AND INSPECTION Gates - Platform railings; entry gate in proper working order, closing properly. Tool Tray - See Inspection Note. Flywheel Handle - See Inspection Note. Flywheel - See Inspection Note. Emergency Lowering Tool - Check emergency lower- ing tool is attached on the chassis.
  • Page 26 SECTION 2 - PREPARATION AND INSPECTION 1. Swivel Castor 2. Platform 3. Auto-Lock Braked Wheels 4. Gates 5. Tool Tray 6. Flywheel Handle 7. Flywheel 8. Emergency Lowering Tool 9. Bubble Level Indicator 10. Mast Assembly 11. Lanyard Attach Point 12.
  • Page 27 SECTION 2 - PREPARATION AND INSPECTION 1. Swivel Castor 2. Platform 3. Auto-Lock Braked Wheels 4. Gates 5. Tool Tray 6. Flywheel Handle 7. Flywheel 8. Emergency Lowering Tool 9. Bubble Level Indicator 10. Mast Assembly 11. Lanyard Attach Point 12.

  • Page 28: Function Check

    SECTION 2 - PREPARATION AND INSPECTION FUNCTION CHECK With the aid of an assistant, check the operation of the rear wheel auto locking brake mechanism. When the The function check of all systems should be performed in an platform is elevated and the mast is clear of the chas- area free of overhead and ground level obstructions.
  • Page 29 SECTION 2 - PREPARATION AND INSPECTION Rear Wheel Auto Locking Brake - Engaged Rear Wheel Auto Locking Brake - Disengaged Figure 2-3. Rear Wheel Auto Locking Brake 3121740...
  • Page 30 SECTION 2 - PREPARATION AND INSPECTION NOTES: 2-10 3121740...

  • Page 31: Section 3 - Machine Operation

    SECTION 3 - MACHINE OPERATION SECTION 3. MACHINE OPERATION GENERAL MACHINE DESCRIPTION The machine is manually propelled push-a-round machine, with a work platform mounted to an elevating mast mechanism. The THE MANUFACTURER HAS NO DIRECT CONTROL OVER MACHINE APPLICA- personnel lift's intended purpose is to provide personnel (with TION AND OPERATION.

  • Page 32: Machine Component Locations

    SECTION 3 - MACHINE OPERATION MACHINE COMPONENT LOCATIONS 1. Mast Assembly 2. Platform 3. Platform Entry Gates 4. Flywheel and Handle 5. Tool Tray 6. Manual Holder 7. Emergency Lowering Tool 8. Front Caster 9. Front Foot Pads 10. Fork Lift Pockets 11.

  • Page 33: Machine Operation

    SECTION 3 - MACHINE OPERATION 1. Mast 2. Platform 3. Platform Entry Gates 4. Flywheel and Handle 5. Tool Tray 6. Manual Holder 7. Emergency Lowering Tool 8. Front Casters with Manual Brake 9. Fold-Down Platform Step 10. Fork Lift Pockets 11.

  • Page 34: Positioning And Leveling Machine

    SECTION 3 - MACHINE OPERATION MACHINE OPERATION Positioning and Leveling Machine Position machine under work area on a firm, level, and uniform, supporting surface Ensure the level indicator is centered and machine is NEVER ATTEMPT TO USE THE FLYWHEEL HANDLE TO RAISE OR LOWER THE level.

  • Page 35: Entering/Exiting The Platform

    SECTION 3 - MACHINE OPERATION Entering/Exiting The Platform DO NOT EXCEED MAXIMUM PLATFORM CAPACITY. MAXIMUM CAPACITY INCLUDES PERSONNEL IN PLATFORM PLUS WEIGHT IN TOOL TRAY OR ANY OTHER WEIGHT PLACED IN PLATFORM. Always maintain “three point contact” with the machine, using two hands and one foot or two feet and one hand at all times during entry and exit.

  • Page 36: Elevating/Lowering Platform

    SECTION 3 - MACHINE OPERATION Elevating/Lowering Platform Ensure the castor(s) are rolling freely, and that the platform is fully lowered in the transport position. Before disconnecting the Check there are no overhead obstructions. machine from the winch cable, engage each castor brake. To elevate the platform, pull out on the flywheel han- Vehicle Transport dle and turn flywheel clockwise.

  • Page 37: Storage

    SECTION 3 - MACHINE OPERATION Figure 3-5. Transport Storage Upon removal from storage and prior to returning to use, If the machine is due to be stored for periods in excess of one ensure machine pre-operation checks are carried out thor- month, the following precautions should be taken: oughly.

  • Page 38: Decal Installation (Ecolift 50)

    SECTION 3 - MACHINE OPERATION DECAL INSTALLATION (ECOLIFT 50) 3121740...
  • Page 39 SECTION 3 - MACHINE OPERATION EcoLift 50 EcoLift 50 ANSI - English CSA - French ANSI -Spanish ANSI -Portuguese ANSI - English CSA - French ANSI -Spanish ANSI -Portuguese Item Item (1001241784-B) (1001241786-B) (1001241784-B) (1001241786-B) (1001213427-D) (1001215011-B) (1001213427-D) (1001215011-B) 1701509 1001214108 1703817 1704795...

  • Page 40: Decal Installation (Ecolift 70)

    SECTION 3 - MACHINE OPERATION DECAL INSTALLATION (ECOLIFT 70) 3-10 3121740...
  • Page 41 SECTION 3 - MACHINE OPERATION EcoLift 70 EcoLift 70 ANSI - English CSA - French ANSI - Spanish ANSI - Portuguese ANSI - English CSA - French ANSI - Spanish ANSI - Portuguese Item Item (1001241787-B) (1001241787-B) (1001213185-E) (1001215012-B) (1001241785-B) (1001213185-E) (1001215012-B) (1001241785-B)
  • Page 42 SECTION 3 - MACHINE OPERATION NOTES: 3-12 3121740...

  • Page 43: Section 4 - Emergency Procedures

    SECTION 4 - EMERGENCY PROCEDURES SECTION 4. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES GENERAL INFORMATION Platform Caught Overhead If the platform becomes jammed or snagged in overhead struc- This section explains the steps to be taken in case of an emer- tures or equipment, rescue the platform occupant prior to free- gency situation during operation.

  • Page 44: Incident Notification

    SECTION 4 - EMERGENCY PROCEDURES INCIDENT NOTIFICATION EMERGENCY LOWERING OPERATION JLG Industries, Inc. must be notified immediately of any inci- dent involving a JLG product. Even if no injury or property damage is evident, JLG must be contacted by telephone and DO NOT CLIMB OUT OF THE PLATFORM WHILE ELEVATED.

  • Page 45: Emergency Lowering Tool (Ecolift 50)

    SECTION 4 - EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Keep clear of platform as it descends. Depending on the height of the elevated platform, it may be necessary to extend the shaft of the lowering tool. Turn the shaft lock counter-clockwise to extend and retract the lowering tool shaft, and clockwise to lock to the desired position.

  • Page 46: Emergency Lowering (Ecolift 50 And Ecolift 70)

    SECTION 4 - EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Figure 4-3. Emergency Lowering (Ecolift 50 and Ecolift 70) 3121740...

  • Page 47: Section 5 - General Specifications

    SECTION 5 - GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS SECTION 5. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Other Publications Available Specific to this Machine Illustrated Parts Manual ANSI ....... 3121743 Service and Maintenance Manual ANSI .

  • Page 48: 5.1 General Specifications

    SECTION 5 - GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS 5.1 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS DESCRIPTION EcoLift 50 EcoLift 70 Machine Specifications Maximum Wind Force Indoor use only Maximum Wheel Load 260 lb (118 kg) 320 lb (145 kg) DESCRIPTION EcoLift 50 EcoLift 70 Maximum Ground Bearing 168 psi (11.81 kg/cm 171 psi (12 kg/cm Maximum Working Height...
  • Page 49 SECTION 5 - GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS 13 ft 14 ft (4 m) (4.2 m) 9.84 ft 9.8 ft (3 m) (3 m) 6.5 ft 6.5 ft (2 m) (2 m) 3.3 ft 3.28 ft (1 m) (1 m) OAR00590 Operating Specifications (EcoLift 50) Operating Specifications (EcoLift 70) 3121740...
  • Page 50 SECTION 5 - GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS NOTES: 3121740...

  • Page 51: Section 6 - Inspection And Repair Log

    SECTION 6 - INSPECTION AND REPAIR LOG SECTION 6. INSPECTION AND REPAIR LOG Machine Serial Number _____________________________________ DATE COMMENTS 3121740...
  • Page 52 SECTION 6 - INSPECTION AND REPAIR LOG DATE COMMENTS 3121740...
  • Page 54 Corporate Office JLG Industries, Inc. 1 JLG Drive McConnellsburg, PA 17233-9533 USA (717) 485-5161 (Corporate) (877) 554-5438 (Customer Support) (717) 485-6417 Visit our website for JLG Worldwide Locations. www.jlg.com...

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