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800 965-4626 For Parts in North America and Asia please call ........Skyjack Inc. Parts Center, 3451 Swenson Ave., St. Charles, IL. 60174 ..FAX 888 782-4825 31 297 255 526 For Parts & Service in Europe please call .............
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USE THE SERIAL NUMBER OF YOUR MACHINE TO DETERMINE THE CORRECT OPERATING MANUAL TO USE 129917AC 129918AC 129939AA MANUAL 118942AD 122882AJ 122908AE 129908AE PART # (CE) (ANSI/CSA) (AU) Release Date July 2003 July 2003 July 2003 July 2003 May 2005 May 2005 May 2005 3015...
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It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices. IMPORTANT IMPORTANT indicates a procedure(s) essential for safe operation and which, if not followed, may result in a malfunction or damage to the machine. COMPACTS & CONVENTIONALS SKYJACK, Page 3 Feb. 2004 129908AB...
Aerial Platform. A mobile device that has an adjustable position platform supported from ground level by a structure. Purpose Of Equipment The SKYJACK SJIII series aerial platforms are designed to transport and raise personnel, tools and materials to overhead work areas. Use Of Equipment The aerial platform is a highly maneuverable, mobile work station.
1-1. Scope Of This Manual 1-2-a. Warranty Statement This manual applies to the ANSI/SIA, CSA and SKYJACK Inc. warrants each new aerial platform to be CE versions of the SJIII, Series aerial platform free of defective parts and workmanship. During the models listed on (Table 2-1.)
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For instance, if you have a faulty result in the denial of a warranty claim. Skyjack’s dealer’s switch on a controller, please replace the switch. accounts must be kept current in order to approve and Hydraulic cylinders should be resealed, unless they issue warranty credits.
A two- an alarm. section pump, driven by an engine or an electric motor, provides hydraulic power to the lift cylinders. SKYJACK, Page 10 COMPACTS & CONVENTIONALS Feb. 2004 129908AB...
• Maximum wind speed (CE only) • Maximum manual force (CE only) • Maximum incline (CE only) Use this information for proper operation and mainte- nance and when ordering service parts. COMPACTS & CONVENTIONALS SKYJACK, Page 11 Feb. 2004 129908AB...
Non -marking, Foam Filled Tires (4620 and 4626) (6826, 6832 only) • Propane or Diesel Engine Package • AC Outlet On Platform (Consult Skyjack ) • Lanyard Attachment Rings • Front Wheel Drive With Tight Turning Radius • Kit For Power Pack...
The following pages of this manual should be read and understood completely before operating the aerial platform. Any modifications from the original design are strictly forbidden without written permission from SKYJACK Inc. 1-18. Electrocution Hazard This aerial platform is not electrically insulated. Maintain a minimum safe approach distance (MSAD) from energized power lines and parts as listed below.
4626, 4632, 6826 & 6832). As- cend or descend grades only raise the aerial platform • DO NOT when fully lowered and then only in windy or gusty conditions. to the maximums noted above. SKYJACK, Page 14 COMPACTS & CONVENTIONALS Feb. 2004 129908AB...
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• DO NOT platform. Do make sure the load is evenly distrib- uted on the platform. COMPACTS & CONVENTIONALS SKYJACK, Page 15 Feb. 2004 129908AB...
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• Has alterations or modifications not approved by the manufacturer. • Has safety devices which have been altered or disabled. Failure to avoid these hazards could result in death or serious injury. SKYJACK, Page 16 COMPACTS & CONVENTIONALS Feb. 2004 129908AB...
• The operator must perform ALL the daily inspections found in “Table 2-5”, even if the operator is not directly responsible for the maintenance of this aerial platform. COMPACTS & CONVENTIONALS SKYJACK, Page 17 Feb. 2004 129908AB...
Turn on Emergency Main Power Disconnect • upright or properly locked. Switch. Raise platform until there is adequate clearance • to swing up the maintenance support. Swing bar up into storage bracket. • Lower platform. • SKYJACK, Page 18 COMPACTS & CONVENTIONALS Feb. 2004 129908AB...
If the pothole protection device has not fully lowered, the drive function will be disabled. COMPACTS & CONVENTIONALS SKYJACK, Page 19 Feb. 2004 129908AB...
Figure 2-5. Emergency Main Power Disconnect Switch Emergency Main Power Disconnect Switch - This Switch, when in “OFF” position, disconnects power to all circuits. Switch MUST be in “ON” position to operate any circuit. SKYJACK, Page 20 COMPACTS & CONVENTIONALS Feb. 2004 129908AB...
Enable Switch - This switch, when activated, brings power to the Platform Up/Down Selector Switch Emergency Stop Button (If Equipped) - When depressed, this red “mushroom-head” push-button switch disconnects power to the control circuit. COMPACTS & CONVENTIONALS SKYJACK, Page 21 Feb. 2004 129908AB...
Operator Horn Push-Button - Located on the Extend/Retract Switch - This switch, when side of the Operator’s Control Box, this push- activated, extends or retracts the powered button switch, when depressed, sounds an extension deck. automotive-type horn. SKYJACK, Page 22 COMPACTS & CONVENTIONALS Feb. 2004 129908AB...
The Free-wheeling valve MUST be closed tightly (clockwise) for normal operation. Note Refer to “section 2-25” For Winching and Towing procedure. COMPACTS & CONVENTIONALS SKYJACK, Page 23 Feb. 2004 129908AB...
If the aerial platform is to be pushed, towed or winched, Refer to “section 2-25” for “Winching and towing procedures” Unlock and swing out the hydraulic/electric tray and battery tray. SKYJACK, Page 24 COMPACTS & CONVENTIONALS Feb. 2004 129908AB...
Lift the maintenance support from the storage channel and swing down into position. (Refer to “section 2-7” for proper procedure.) Lower the platform until the scissor assembly is firmly supported by the maintenance support. COMPACTS & CONVENTIONALS SKYJACK, Page 25 Feb. 2004 129908AB...
Coolant level (If Equipped). Parking brake (Check operation). Warning Do not operate this aerial platform without proper authorization and training. Failure to avoid this hazard could result In death or serious injury. SKYJACK, Page 26 COMPACTS & CONVENTIONALS Feb. 2004 129908AB...
Warning Be aware of overhead obstructions or other possible hazards around the machine when lifting. Ensure the emergency stop button is pulled out. Select “LIFT” position with the Lift/Off/Drive Toggle Switch. COMPACTS & CONVENTIONALS SKYJACK, Page 27 Feb. 2004 129908AB...
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• Ensure the machine is being operated on a compacted, firm level surface or the tilt sensor will disable some or all functions. SKYJACK, Page 28 COMPACTS & CONVENTIONALS Feb. 2004 129908AB...
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Reinsert the locking pin(s), upon full retraction or extension to prevent accidental movement of the manual extension platform during travel or transport. COMPACTS & CONVENTIONALS SKYJACK, Page 29 Feb. 2004 129908AB...
3 feet on some models. Warning To protect against unintended movement of the aerial platform, push in the emergency stop button after you have arrived at your desired location or elevation. SKYJACK, Page 30 COMPACTS & CONVENTIONALS Feb. 2004 129908AB...
The red knurled knobs on each holding valve MUST be depressed and turned clockwise to restore normal operation. An access rod for reaching the elevated manual override knob is provided (item 3). COMPACTS & CONVENTIONALS SKYJACK, Page 31 Feb. 2004 129908AB...
• Close free-wheeling valve. Note The SJIII Series aerial platform is now ready for use by an authorized, qualified operator who has read and completely understands ALL of Section 2, OPERA- Figure 2-13. Free-Wheeling Valve TION in this manual.
Make sure all battery connections are tight. Replace any battery that is damaged or incapable of holding a lasting charge. Do not use any batteries other than flooded lead- acid batteries of the proper AH rating. COMPACTS & CONVENTIONALS SKYJACK, Page 33 Feb. 2004 129908AB...
100V/50 or 60Hz, 115V/ 60Hz, or 230V/50 Once charging starts, the LED’s indicate the charging or 60Hz socket. This charger automatically senses progress. and adjusts to the AC input voltage range. SKYJACK, Page 34 COMPACTS & CONVENTIONALS Feb. 2004 129908AB...
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3 LEDs blink four times simultaneously: Input or output over current. No action required, charger will correct and re-start automatically. COMPACTS & CONVENTIONALS SKYJACK, Page 35 Feb. 2004 129908AB...
16 x 5 x 12 Tires Solid Rubber 60156AC Weight with standard 3’ (0.9m) extension platform. Ω (Refer to nameplate for machines with 5’ (1.5m) or 6’ (1.8m) extension platform, CE models and other options.) SKYJACK, Page 36 COMPACTS & CONVENTIONALS Feb. 2004 129908AB...
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Weight with standard 3’ (0.9m) extension platform. Refer to Serial Nameplate for Ω specific applications. (Refer to nameplate for machines with 5’ (1.5m) or 6’ (1.8m) extension platform, CE models and other options.) Fill Hardness: 55 Durometer COMPACTS & CONVENTIONALS SKYJACK, Page 37 Feb. 2004 129908AB...
NOTE The LCP or OUP that an individual surface can withstand varies from structure to structure and is generally determined by the engineer or architect for that particular structure. SKYJACK, Page 38 COMPACTS & CONVENTIONALS Feb. 2004 129908AB...
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Intermixing tires of different types or using tires of types other than those originally supplied with this equipment can adversely affect stability. Therefore, replace tires only with the exact original Skyjack- approved type. Failure to operate with matched approved tires in good condition may result in death or serious injury.
This aerial platform is equipped with a Overload Sensing System. Do not exceed the rated capacity of the aerial platform. Failure to avoid this will prevent operation of all normal controls/functions of the aerial platform. To resume normal operation remove the additional loads. SKYJACK, Page 40 COMPACTS & CONVENTIONALS Feb. 2004...
Check for leaks. Refer to Table 2-1 specifications and features. Record inspection date and signature 60028AB Warning Use original or equivalent to the original parts and components for the aerial platform. COMPACTS & CONVENTIONALS SKYJACK, Page 41 Feb. 2004 129908AB...
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