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For further information on all controls refer to Sections 4 and 5. Emergency lowering instructions vary between different types of Mobile Elevating Work Platform. Niftylift recommend that operators, site-safety personnel, and ground workers are trained in and practise these machine-specific procedures.
Height Rider/SP Series Operating & Safety Instructions Table of Contents Introduction and General Information FOREWORD ..................... 2 SCOPE ......................3 INTRODUCING THE HEIGHT RIDER SELF-PROPELLED (SP) SERIES ....3 GENERAL SPECIFICATION ................4 IDENTIFICATION (UK PLATE)................5 EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (Typical) ..........7 Safety MANDATORY PRECAUTIONS ................
Height Rider/SP Series Operating & Safety Instructions Introduction and General Information FOREWORD The purpose of these manuals is to provide the customer with appropriate safety operating and maintenance instructions essential for proper machine operation. All information in these manuals should be READ and fully UNDERSTOOD before any attempt is made to operate the machine.
Please note at the time of going to press all information, illustrations, details and descriptions contained herein are valid. Niftylift reserves the right to change, modify or improve its products without any obligations to install them on previously manufactured machines.
Height Rider/SP Series Operating & Safety Instructions GENERAL SPECIFICATION FEATURE HR28 (SP85) MAXIMUM HEIGHT - WORKING 28.00 m 91 ft 10 in MAXIMUM HEIGHT - PLATFORM 26.00 m 85 ft 4 in MAXIMUM OUTREACH 18.90 m 62 ft 0 in MAXIMUM HEIGHT –...
Operating & Safety Instructions IDENTIFICATION (UK PLATE) This manufacturer’s plate is attached to the chassis on each machine at the time of manufacture on every Niftylift. Please ensure all sections have been stamped and are legible. English/USA – 10/18 Original instructions...
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Operating & Safety Instructions 1.5a IDENTIFICATION (USA PLATE) This manufacturer’s plate is attached to the chassis on each machine at the time of manufacture on every Niftylift. Please ensure all sections have been stamped and are legible. English/USA – 10/18 Original instructions...
Always operate the Niftylift in accordance with these model-specific Operating & Safety Instructions. 2.1.3 Before use each day and at the beginning of each shift the Niftylift shall be given a visual inspection and functional test including, but not limited to, operating and emergency controls, safety devices,...
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Only operate the Niftylift on a firm, level surface. 2.1.12 Never position any part of the Niftylift inside the Minimum approach distances (MAD) to above- ground electrical conductors as listed in the table below. (Reference ISO 18893:2014). Voltage range (kV) MAD (m) <0.7...
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Any problems or malfunctions that affect the safety of operation shall be repaired prior to continued use. 2.1.30 The boom and platform of the Niftylift shall not be used to jack the wheels off the ground. 2.1.31 The Niftylift shall not be used as a crane.
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EN61326-3-1:2008, EN61000-6-2:2005 and EN55012:2007 for emissions and immunity. Niftylift offer a generator option on this machine, but cannot control the device that is connected to the system or the resulting variation in the amplitude of electrical noise produced when operating the generator.
All standard Niftylift machines are rated for a wind speed of 12.5 m/s, which equates to 45kph / 28mph or force 6 on the Beaufort scale. No attempt should be made to operate a Niftylift in wind strengths above this limit and if the operator has any doubts over the wind speed they should cease operation immediately until it can be established that the wind speed has fallen to a safe level.
Operating & Safety Instructions TEST REPORT All Niftylift machine models are subjected to a comprehensive ‘type test’ which examines the worst- case combination of safe working load (SWL), overload, windage, inertia and pull force to assess the various safe stability criteria. Self-propelled machines are also subjected to kerb and braking tests at the SWL to satisfy additional dynamic stability requirements.
PREPARATION FOR USE Whilst every effort has been made at the Niftylift factory to ensure your machine arrives in a safe and operable condition it is necessary to carry out a systematic inspection prior to putting the aerial platform into service.
Height Rider/SP Series Operating & Safety Instructions PRE-OPERATIONAL SAFETY CHECK SCHEDULES Before use each day and at the beginning of each shift the aerial platform shall be given a visual inspection and functional test including, but not limited to, the following: It is recommended that these be performed at regular intervals as indicated on each checklist.
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Height Rider/SP Series Operating & Safety Instructions 3.3.3 MONTHLY SAFETY CHECKS Check the engine oil level (if applicable). Check front wheel nuts are secured (torque 292ft lbs / 396Nm). Check that the slew worm is secured and correctly in mesh. Clean and re-grease. Check the track rod linkage.
MULTI-TONE SOUNDER AND BEACON: - The Niftylift will warn personnel that the machine is about to move when the green power button or footswitch is pressed. The machine’s default setting is to sound a beeper at the base control location and flash a beacon mounted on top of the counterweight.
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Height Rider/SP Series Operating & Safety Instructions TELESCOPIC BOOM SWITCH: - Mounted inside the telescopic boom, this switch controls the operation of the Tilt Sensor and Speed Control function as described previously. 4.1.2 PLATFORM CAGE DISPLAY UNIT: - Mounted in the Platform Control Station, this screen receives signals from the PLC to provide a warning indication to the operator for a range of functions.
Height Rider/SP Series Operating & Safety Instructions GROUND CONTROL OPERATION 4.2.1 GROUND CONTROL FUNCTIONS 1 Emergency Stop Push to Stop Operation Twist to Enable Operation 2 Green Power Button Push and hold for Power Release to Cease operation 3 Base/Platform Selector Clockwise for Platform, Centre for Base, 0 for all power off 4 Engine Glow &...
Height Rider/SP Series Operating & Safety Instructions Base Levers 1 Operates Platform Levelling Forward for Up Backward for Down 2 Operates the Flyboom Up for Up Down for Down 3 Operates Telescoping Up for Out Down for In 4 Operates the Link Booms Up for Up Down for Down 5 Operates the Upper Boom...
Height Rider/SP Series Operating & Safety Instructions ALL MODELS Push and hold green power button on the base control panel. Select a function and operate the appropriate control lever in full accordance with the manufacturers operating and safety manual. (Refer to Section 4.2.1) To return control to the platform, turn base control key-switch to the Platform position (fully clockwise).
Height Rider/SP Series Operating & Safety Instructions PLATFORM CONTROL OPERATION 4.3.1 PLATFORM CONTROL FUNCTIONS The platform controls are designed to prevent inadvertent operation of the machine and the user must be familiar with the following safety features. Footswitch timeout – If the footswitch or green button is pressed, but no function is activated within 15 seconds, the machine will not function until the footswitch or green button is released and re-pressed.
Height Rider/SP Series Operating & Safety Instructions 10 Emergency Stop Push to Stop Operation Turn clockwise to Release 11 Green Power Button Push and hold to activate machine 12 Joystick Grip the joystick and hold the trigger switch at the front. Machine movement is achieved by slowly moving the joystick away from the neutral position in the required direction.
Height Rider/SP Series Operating & Safety Instructions 4.3.3 INFORMATION ICONS Safety Critical (Main screen) MAX tilt angle exceeded:- The alarm sounds, the display shows this image and drive is disabled. Lower booms down into the stowed position and drive onto level ground to fully restore machine operation. Safe Working Load (SWL) exceeded:- The alarm sounds and the display will show this image.
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Height Rider/SP Series Operating & Safety Instructions Fuel Level Low: Flashing fuel pump icon indicates fuel tank is <10% full. Amber level indicates fuel tank is <30% full. SiOPS:- SiOPS has been activated, to restore normal machine controls refer to Section 4.3.6. Cage Level:- The cage angle has exceeded 5º, use the platform levelling button (Refer to Section 4.3.1, Item 5) in conjunction with the green button or footwitch to reduce this angle, therefore restoring boom and drive...
Height Rider/SP Series Operating & Safety Instructions Electric Motor Amber: Warning, motor on reduced power. Red: Communication Error detected. Press Button 2 for further information. Tilt Warning Red: Max tilt angle exceeded. (Refer to ‘Safety Critical (Main screen)’ section on page 28). Cage Overload Warning Red: SWL exceeded.
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Height Rider/SP Series Operating & Safety Instructions Error Codes If the control system detects a malfunction on the machine, an error code will be displayed. For further information refer to Appendix A, or the HR28 MK2 Service Manual. Software Version Displays a list of the programmable devices installed on the machine and the software version for each device.
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Height Rider/SP Series Operating & Safety Instructions Paddle position The screen displays signal function whilst operating any cage control paddle. The coloured squares on the screen should move in the same direction as the paddle. Base Inputs The screen displays current status of functions on the Base Control station. Grey = Not activated Green = Activated Red = Error (Check error code display).
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Niftylift using the details displayed and quote the reference number displayed on the screen. Niftylift will supply a code which must be entered by using the arrow keys. Note: The machine must be in the stowed position when entering the code.
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Height Rider/SP Series Operating & Safety Instructions Language This allows the operator to choose a language for the menu screens. Cage Rotate (Ground Controls Only) To access this screen, press button 1. This allows the operator to rotate the cage from the Ground Controls. Push and hold green power button on the ground control panel.
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Height Rider/SP Series Operating & Safety Instructions 4.3.5 OPERATION BEFORE OPERATING THE NIFTYLIFT ENSURE THAT EACH OPERATOR HAS READ AND FULLY UNDERSTOOD THE OPERATING MANUAL. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY. ALL MODELS NEVER exceed the maximum platform capacity.
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Height Rider/SP Series Operating & Safety Instructions If normal controls are not available, continue using the override button to lower the machine using auxiliary power. Note: The override mode is for booms only and will not operate the drive function. 4.3.6 SiOPS - LOAD SENSING CONSOLE...
When driving with the booms fully stowed, the Tilt Sensor is bypassed to allow the Niftylift to be driven in areas where the slope exceeds the allowable inclination limit. In normal operation the drive is therefore unaffected when driven onto a slope in excess of this limit, until the booms are raised, whereupon the drive is disabled and the tilt alarm sounds continuously.
4.5.1 LOAD CELL VERSION The Niftylift HR28 is fitted with an electronic load cell. This load cell is a moment-independent design. This means that independent of the load position inside the machine cage, the actual load is measured and if pre-calibrated limit values are exceeded, warnings will be activated. If load exceeds the safe working limit (SWL) of the machine, the machine will be disabled until the load is reduced to below 95% of the safe working limit.
Height Rider/SP Series Operating & Safety Instructions BATTERIES AND CHARGING Recharge batteries at the end of every working day or shift. (Note: To recharge batteries fully from 20% charged takes approx. 12 Hours, this consists of 8 hours bulk charging plus 4 hours equalisation. The recharging time can be reduced to approx 4- 6 hours by running the engine whilst charging).
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Height Rider/SP Series Operating & Safety Instructions During normal machine usage with the engine running, the batteries are on continuous recharge, except when the control system decides that additional electric power is required in order to maintain drive/function speed. The machine has two charging units (Master and Slave). Both units will activate initially, the Slave unit will switch off at approximately 80% capacity then the Master unit will complete the charging cycle.
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Height Rider/SP Series Operating & Safety Instructions Attention should also be given to the use of extension cables as power leads. Excessive cable lengths from the supply point to the battery charger will result in significant voltage drop, leading to a reduction in the chargers efficiency.
Always ensure the truck or trailer you are loading or towing the Niftylift with can carry it legally. If loading by crane the use of shackles and an adequately rated spreader beam, with four leg slings, is MANDATORY.
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Height Rider/SP Series Operating & Safety Instructions 4.7.2 CAGE STOWING To reduce the overall length of the machine for transport purposes use the following procedure; 1) Elevate the telescopic booms so the cage is clear of the ground by at least 1m. 2) Use the auxiliary controls under the base canopy to carefully tuck the cage under the booms, taking care to avoid contact with the ground.
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Operating & Safety Instructions 4.7.3 TOWING If the Niftylift needs to be towed in case of an emergency, it will be necessary to chock the wheels before starting any of the following actions. GEARBOX DISENGAGEMENT In order to safely tow the HR28, the drive mechanism will need to be bypassed. The drive gearboxes located on the front and rear wheel hubs must be disengaged as follows;...
Height Rider/SP Series Operating & Safety Instructions 4.7.5 STORAGE If being stored for any length of time without use, then the machine should be thoroughly inspected for the following:- Grease all bearings /slides, worm drives, etc. Check batteries for state of charge, damage, dirt, etc. Ensure batteries are fully charged before storage.
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Height Rider/SP Series Operating & Safety Instructions Niftylift Limited is not liable for any third party damage caused during transport. Careful attention to correct procedures will prevent many of the small snags that can happen in transit. Re-work is both expensive and time consuming.
BEFORE USING THE MACHINE. INCIDENT NOTIFICATION It is a mandatory requirement that any accident or incident involving a Niftylift, regardless of whether any party received injury or property was damaged is reported by telephone directly to Niftylift. Failure to do so may render any warranty on the machine void.
CHANGES IN OWNERSHIP When a change of ownership of a Niftylift occurs, it shall be the responsibility of the seller to notify Niftylift directly of the unit, model and serial number and the name and address of the new owner within 60 days.
Height Rider/SP Series Operating & Safety Instructions INSPECTION/SERVICE/PRE-HIRE CHECK LIST MACHINE SERIAL NO ADMINISTRATION PASS FAIL Daily, Weekly, Monthly checks carried out as outlined in manufacturers Operating and Safety Manual? Machine has valid LOLER Certificate? (UK only) TOWING PASS FAIL Check brakes are released or…...
Height Rider/SP Series Operating & Safety Instructions PLATFORM PASS FAIL Operation of Emergency Stop button Operation of SiOPS (Refer to Section 4.3.5) Operation of control valve and control panel buttons/switches Operation of all booms over full range Operation of Footswitch Platform levelling over full range Slewing smooth over full range Condition of harness points...
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Height Rider/SP Series Operating & Safety Instructions Comments, remedial work required etc; INSPECTED BY: DATE: English/USA – 10/18 Original instructions...
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Error Code Description Action There is a break on the motion 01011101 Contact a Niftylift approved service centre. beacon (PIN 45) output There is a short on the motion 01011102 Contact a Niftylift approved service centre. beacon (PIN 45) output...
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Error Code Description Action There is a break on the cage level up 01011601 Contact a Niftylift approved service centre. (PIN 17) output There is a short on the cage level up 01011602 Contact a Niftylift approved service centre. (PIN 17) output...
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Error Code Description Action There is a short on the alarm 01011B02 Contact a Niftylift approved service centre. sounder (PIN 22) output There is a break on the warning lamp 01011D01 Contact a Niftylift approved service centre. (PIN 42) output...
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Error Code Description Action There is a break on the motion 01012201 Contact a Niftylift approved service centre. sounder (PIN 31) output There is a short on the motion 01012202 Contact a Niftylift approved service centre. sounder (PIN 31) output...
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Error Code Description Action There is a short on the safety relay 2 01012602 Contact a Niftylift approved service centre. (PIN 16) output There is a break on the horn (PIN 35) 01012701 Contact a Niftylift approved service centre. output...
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Error Code Description Action There is a break on the motion 01022101 Contact a Niftylift approved service centre. beacon (PIN 49) output There is a short on the motion 01022102 Contact a Niftylift approved service centre. beacon (PIN 49) output...
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Error Code Description Action There is a short on the drive 01031002 Contact a Niftylift approved service centre. backward (PIN 44) output There is a break on the drive forward 01031101 Contact a Niftylift approved service centre. (PIN 45) output...
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Error Code Description Action There is a break on the steer right 01031501 Contact a Niftylift approved service centre. (PIN 54) output There is a short on the steer right 01031502 Contact a Niftylift approved service centre. (PIN 54) output...
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Operating & Safety Instructions Error Code Description Action There is a short on the suspension 01032702 Contact a Niftylift approved service centre. enable (PIN 35) output The suspension pressure reading is 019D0000 Contact a Niftylift approved service centre. out of its allowable range...
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Operating & Safety Instructions Error Code Description Action The boom down switch contacts are 01A50000 Contact a Niftylift approved service centre. not reading correctly The Telescope in switch contacts are 01A60000 Contact a Niftylift approved service centre. not reading correctly...
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Operating & Safety Instructions Error Code Description Action The Green Button (Base) contacts 01AE0000 Contact a Niftylift approved service centre. are not reading correctly The Green Button (Cage) contacts 01AF0000 Contact a Niftylift approved service centre. are not reading correctly...
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Operating & Safety Instructions Error Code Description Action The White button (Base) contacts are 01B70000 Contact a Niftylift approved service centre. not reading correctly There is no CANBus communication 01C10000 with the Battery Management Node Contact a Niftylift approved service centre.
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The joystick trigger has been held active for too long There is a suspected malfunction without a movement demand. Release the trigger and 01D20000 with the Joystick Trigger re-apply with a movement demand. If the problem persists, contact a Niftylift approved service centre. English/USA – 10/18 Original instructions...
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Error Code Description Action The Chassis Inclination sensor (X) 01D30000 reading is outside the allowable Contact a Niftylift approved service centre. offset range The Chassis Inclination sensor (Y) 01D40000 reading is outside the allowable Contact a Niftylift approved service centre.
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Return the Links paddle to the neutral position and The Links boom paddle (Cage) has 01E10000 re-attempt. If the problem persists, contact a Niftylift malfunctioned - channel error approved service centre. Return the Luffing paddle to the neutral position and...
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The "Engine Protect" warning has coolant temperature is high, allow time to cool. If the 01F50000 been triggered problem persists, contact a Niftylift approved service centre. Check all battery terminal connections are tight and The battery temperature is high (>80 free of corrosion.
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Safety Related Parts of the Control System (SRP/CS) The Niftylift control system has been designed and validated according to the required standards. The table below lists the safety related parts of the control system and the level to which they have been approved.
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If the product becomes unstable, there is a risk of damage to the Niftylift, other equipment and properties, injury or loss of life of the operator and surrounding persons.. If the booms rest switch does not function as intended it is possible the Niftylift will not mute the tilt detection system when intended.
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Do not attempt to open the tilt sensor or replace components soldered to any PLC. Do not attempt maintenance of hydraulic components i.e. replace seals or an internal component. Only Niftylift original and supplied parts shall be used. 12. Means for easy and safe trouble shooting;...
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If the product becomes unstable, damage to the Niftylift, other equipment and properties, injury or loss of life of the operator and surrounding persons may be a risk. If the booms rest switch does not function as intended it is possible the Niftylift will not mute the elevated drive system when intended.
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Section 2.2. 7. Indications and alarms; The Cage Screen will display an elevated machine icon to show that the Niftylift is under the control of the elevated drive speed interlock. 8. Muting and suspension of safety functions;...
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Height Rider/SP Series Operating & Safety Instructions Depress the joystick trigger and move the joystick in the desired direction. Test the drive forward and backwards functions in turn. Observe that that the speed of the drive functions is no more than 1km/h. The machine should travel no further than 10 metres in 28 seconds.
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If the product becomes unstable, damage to the Niftylift, other equipment and properties, injury or loss of life of the operator and surrounding persons may be a risk. If the booms rest switch does not function as intended it is possible the Niftylift will not mute the suspension system when intended.
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Section 2.2. 7. Indications and alarms; The Cage Screen will display an elevated machine icon to show that the Niftylift is under the control of the elevated drive speed interlock. 8. Muting and suspension of safety functions;...
3.The effects of deviations from the specified performance on the safety function(s); If the load sensing system does not function as intended it is possible that the Niftylift may encounter overloads for which it is not rated.
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12. Means for easy and safe trouble shooting; To check the operation of the load sensor system 1. Power on the Niftylift and select the base control location. 2. Allow the power circuits to cycle and ensure the machine is ready for the command signal.
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7. Remove the overload to below the threshold for safe working load and observe that the cage load control automatically re-sets and restores all machine functions. 8. Power off the Niftylift. 13. Information explaining the applications for use relevant to the category to which reference is made;...
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Height Rider/SP Series Operating & Safety Instructions PLATFORM LEVELLING The Platform levelling system is made to the requirements of PLd in accordance with ISO 13849- 1:2015 as required by BS EN 280:2013+A1 2015 1.The limits of the safety-related parts to the category selected and any fault exclusions; The Platform levelling system is always active.
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Do not attempt maintenance of hydraulic components i.e. replace seals or internal component? Only Niftylift original and supplied parts shall be used. 12.Means for easy and safe trouble shooting; Elevate the luffing booms and check that the cage remains level. If the cage does not remain level the system should be serviced by trained persons fully conversant with the function of the system.
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Height Rider/SP Series Operating & Safety Instructions PREVENT MOVEMENTS OF LOAD HOLDING CYLINDERS IN CASE OF PIPE FAILURE The load holding system is PL c in accordance with ISO 13849-1:2015 as required by BS EN 280:2013+A1 2015 1.The limits of the safety-related parts to the category selected and any fault exclusions; The load holding system comprises of a load holding device mounted to the cylinder.
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Section 2.2. 7.Indications and alarms; There are no indicators or alarms to show that the Niftylift load holding system is functioning. 8.Muting and suspension of safety functions; It is not possible to suspend the operation of the load holding system.
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3. The effects of deviations from the specified performance on the safety function(s); If the interlocking of the travel controls does not function as intended it is possible that the Niftylift may allow modes of operation that render it potentially dangerous.
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12. Means for easy and safe trouble shooting; To check the operation of the travel control interlock. 1. Power on the Niftylift and select the cage control location. 2. Allow the power circuits to cycle and ensure the machine is ready for the command signal.
3.The effects of deviations from the specified performance on the safety function(s); If the Emergency stop system does not function as intended it is possible that the Niftylift may function when the E-stop is pressed.
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12. Means for easy and safe trouble shooting; To check the operation of the emergency stop system 1. Power on the Niftylift and select the base control location. 2. Allow the power circuits to cycle and ensure the machine is ready for the command signal.
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Height Rider/SP Series Operating & Safety Instructions 14. Checking test intervals where relevant. Check the operation of the emergency stop system to be made at the beginning of every duty cycle. SiOPS The Sustained Involuntary Operation Prevention System (SIOPS) is designed to meet the requirements of PLd in accordance with BS EN ISO 13849-1:2015.
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12. Means for easy and safe trouble shooting; To check the operation of the SiOPS system 1. Power on the Niftylift and select the cage control station. 2. Allow the power circuits to cycle and ensure the machine is ready for the command signal.
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Height Rider/SP Series Operating & Safety Instructions 14. Checking test intervals where relevant. Check the operation of the SiOPS system to be made at the beginning of every duty cycle. 15. Proof testing This two channel system must be proof tested to identify unrevealed failures every six months by a competent person with appropriate safety function experience.
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Height Rider/SP Series Operating & Safety Instructions AUXILIARY OVERRIDE SYSTEM The auxiliary override system is designed to meet the requirements of PLd in accordance with BS EN ISO 13849-1:2015. 1.The limits of the safety-related parts to the category selected and any fault exclusions; The auxiliary system activates when the white button is pushed at the cage or base control positions or the auxiliary keyswitch is used at the base when there is not power.
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12. Means for easy and safe trouble shooting; To check the operation of the Auxiliary Override system 1. Power on the Niftylift and select the cage control station. 2. Allow the power circuits to cycle and ensure the machine is ready for the command signal.
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