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ES Series Operation & Maintenance Manual ES1930 ES2646 ES3246 ES4046 ES4650 Eastman Heavy Machinery info@eastmanhm.com Eastman Heavy Machinery...
All information in this manual is based on the latest product information at the time of publication. Do not go closer than the minimum safe approach Eastman reserves the right to make product distance as defined by the Minimum Safe changes at any time without obligation.
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Other maintenance functions must be performed by maintenance personnel who are qualified to work on the aerial platform. Do not modify this aerial platform without prior written con-sent of the Eastman Engineering Department. Modification may void the warranty, adversely affect stability, or affect the operational characteristics of the aerial platform.
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Personnel on or near an aerial platform must be continuously aware of electrical hazards, recognizing that death or serious injury can result from contact with an energized conductor. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
5 Only use the machine as it was intended. You read, understand and obey: Manufacturer's instructions and safety rules—safety and operator's manuals and machine decals employer's safety rules and worksite regulations applicable governmental regulations You are properly trained to safely operate the machine. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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Do not use the machine as a ground for welding. Tip-over Hazards Occupants and equipment must not exceed the maximum platform capacity or the maximum capacity of the platform extension. Do not raise the platform unless the machine is on a firm, level surface. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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Do not push off or pull toward any object outside of the platform. Do not alter or disable machine components that in any way affect safety and stability. Do not place or attach fixed or overhanging loads to any part of this machine. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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Occupants should wear a safety belt or harness and comply with applicable governmental regulations. Attach the lanyard to the anchor provided in the platform. Do not sit, stand or climb on the platform guard rails. Maintain a firm footing on the platform floor at all times. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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Do not operate a machine in the path of any crane or moving overhead machinery unless the controls of the crane have been locked out and/or precautions have been taken to prevent any potential collision. Crushing Hazards Keep hands and limbs out of scissors. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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Yellow without safety alert symbol—used to indicate the presence of a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage. White —used to indicate operation or maintenance information. Burn Hazards Batteries contain acid. Always wear protective clothing and eye-wear when working with batteries. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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Do not use batteries that weigh less than the original equipment. Batteries are used as counterweight and are critical to machine stability. Each battery must weigh 65 pounds / 30 kg. Lifting Hazard Use the appropriate number of people and proper lifting techniques when lifting batteries. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
4×12V/30 4×12V/30 Batteries Gradeability 2866lb 4960lb 4850lb 5732lb 6790lb Weight(ANSI) 1300kg 2250kg 2200kg 2600kg 3080kg Note: Floor loading information is approximate and does not incorporate different option configurations. It should be used only with adequate safety factors. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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At the upper controls, the emergency stop is a two-position push button. Push the emergency stop button in to disconnect power to the upper control circuits. Turn and pull the button out to re-store power. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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1.8 m (6′). If an obstruction under the skids, or some other impairment prevents the skids from locking into position, the drive and lift functions will not operate and an alarm will sound. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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The lever is mounted at the front of the aerial platform. The emergency lowering lever may be used to lower the scissors arms onto the safety prop before inspecting the machine. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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When the load in the platform is near or at rated capacity, an alarm will sound and the red light on the upper controls will flash. The alarm and light warn the operator that the platform is close to becoming overloaded. All functions remain fully operational. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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The aerial platform is equipped with several gauges to monitor the condition of the machine before and during operation. Hour Meter The hour meter is located on the lower control panel. It measures the accumulated aerial platform operating time. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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The aerial platform is equipped with an automatic battery charger that will completely recharge the batteries and turn off after the charge cycle is completed. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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Unplug the extension cord after the battery charger turns itself off. Allow the batteries to cool off after charging. Check the battery water level. Add water to individual cells only if the plates are exposed. Replace the battery caps. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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The following The horn button and battery condition indicator controls are located on the lower control panel. gauge may also be located at the upper control Emergency stop button • station. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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• Movement of the joystick in a given direction on the top of the upper control box. It indicates the produces a corresponding movement of the aerial level of avail-able battery power to operate the aerial platform. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
Shuts off upper controls Horn Sounds when activated Sounds when platform lowers, proper Lowering alarm and interrupt operation Drive motion alarm Sounds when aerial platform moves Battery condition indicator Proper operation Placards and Decals In place and readable Eastman Heavy Machinery...
Overhead obstructions and high voltage conductors · Hazardous locations · Inadequate surface support to withstand all load forces imposed by the machine · Wind and weather conditions · The presence of unauthorized personnel · Other possible unsafe conditions Eastman Heavy Machinery...
Pull the emergency stop button outward. Place the control selector switch in the lower position. Hold the platform raise/lower toggle switch up to raise the platform and down to lower it. Release the toggle switch to stop movement. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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Above 1.8 m (6′) of elevation, only the slowest drive speed will work. Danger The potential for an accident increases when safety devices do not function properly. Death or serious injury can result from such accidents. Do not alter, disable, or override any safety device. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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Place the drive/lift selector switch in the lift position. Squeeze and hold the interlock switch against the joystick. To raise the platform, slowly pull the joystick back until the desired speed is reached. • To lower the platform, slowly push the joystick forward. • Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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The potential for an accident increases when the swing-down rails are lowered. Death or serious in-jury can result from such accidents. Do not elevate the platform with the swing-down rails lowered. Use extreme care when moving the aerial platform while the swing-down rails are lowered. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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The aerial platform can tip over if it becomes un-stable. Death or serious injury can result from a tip-over accident. Do not open the trays when the plat-form is raised more than eight feet. To open a tray, push down on the latch and swing the tray open. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
Chock the wheels to prevent the machine from rolling. Turn the brake release knob clockwise to reset the brakes. Towing the machine is not recommended. If the machine must be towed, do not exceed 2 mph / 3.2 km/h. Chapter 9 –Maintenance Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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Battery tray weight 02715 Fire prevention 02718 Emergency lowering level 02719 Electric tools 02722 Lateral force and wind speed 02728 Scissor structure 02734 Lower controls 02742 Capacity 02743 Plaques 02744 Drive and steer wheels Chapter 10 –Troubleshooting Eastman Heavy Machinery...
Platform Joystick not in neutral at power-up Message: Make sure that Elevated Speed the Joystick is in the neutral (upright) position. Check the neutral zone parameter setting in the LabView Programmer. If it’s OK, consider replacing the Joystick or the PCU. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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Disable Lifting and Machine Tilted Beyond Safe its Fault: If the machine is tilted, find a Driving way to make it level. If the machine is level, check the wiring to the tilt sensor and then the sensor itself. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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When using our products, failure to comply with the operating manual or other irresponsible behavior may result in serious injury or death. Please accept specific product and marketing standards written warranty certificate EHM do other warranty. EHM® is EHM trademarks registered in China and the U.S. EHM 2017 edition. Eastman Heavy Machinery...
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