Skyjack SJ 40T SJ 45T SJ 61T SJ 66T Telescopic Boom Operating Manual
About your work platform
Read and pay attention
SKYJACK continually improves and expands the product features of its devices and thus also the specifications and dimensions are subject to change without notice.
Definition of aerial work platforms and mobile aerial work platforms
A mobile device with a positionable platform supported from the ground by a structure.
Purpose of the equipment
The SKYJACK Rough Terrain medium and large work platforms are designed for transporting and lifting personnel and tools and materials to the work areas overhead.
Use of devices
The aerial work platform is an extremely maneuverable, mobile workplace. Lifting and driving must be done on a flat, level surface.
compacted surface. Driving over uneven terrain is only possible when the platform is fully lowered.
Manual
The operating instructions are considered an essential part of the aerial work platform. It is a very important path provide necessary safety information to users and operators. A complete and legible copy of this manual must be stored at all times in the weatherproof storage compartment provided on the aerial work platform.
operator
The operator must read and fully understand both this instruction manual and the safety panel label affixed thereto the platform and all other warnings in this manual and on the platform. Compare the labels on the aerial work platform with the labels in this manual. If labels are damaged or missing, replace them immediately.
Skyjack SJ 40T SJ 45T SJ 61T SJ 66T Telescopic Boom Operating Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS:
Skyjack SJ 40T SJ 45T SJ 61T SJ 66T Telescopic Boom Series Operating Manual 143852AB-A – PDF DOWNLOAD
Section 1 – About Your Aerial Platform
Read and Heed
Aerial Platform Definition
Purpose of Equipment
Use of Equipment
Manual
Operator
Service Policy and Warranty
Optional Accessories
Scope of this Manual
Safety Rules
Operator Safety Reminders
Electrocution Hazard
Safety Precautions
Section 2 – Operation
21 General
21-1 Operator Qualifications
21-2 Operator’s Responsibility for Maintenance
21-3 Maintenance and Inspection Schedule
21-4 Owner’s Inspections
22 Major Components
23 Major Assemblies
23-1 Base
23-2 Turret
23-3 Boom Assembly
23-4 Platform
24 Serial Number Nameplate
25 Component Identification
25-1 Drive Bypass Valve
25-2 Main Power Disconnect Switch
25-3 Brake System
25-4 Tilt Switch
25-5 Turret Transportation Lock 17
25-6 All Motion Alarm 17
25-7 Footswitch 17
25-8 Manual Storage Box 17
25-9 Base Control Console 18
25-10 Platform Control Console 20
26 Special Options 22
26-1 Tire Sealant (If Equipped) 22
26-2 AC Outlet on Platform (If Equipped) 22
26-3 Cold Weather Start (If Equipped) 22
26-4 Flashing Amber Light (If Equipped) 23
26-5 Work Light (If Equipped) 23
26-6 Glazier Tray (If Equipped) 23
26-7 Welder (If Equipped) 24
26-8 Arctic Weather Package (If Equipped) 24
27 Operator’s Responsibility 25
28 Visual and Daily Maintenance Inspections 26
29 Function Tests 34
210 Start Operation 42
210-1 To Activate Base Control Console 42
210-2 To Rotate Platform Using Base Control Console 43
210-3 To Rotate Turret Using Base Control Console 43
210-4 To Move Jib Up and Down Using Base Control Console (If Equipped) 43
210-5 To Raise or Lower Main Boom Using Base Control Console 43
210-6 To Extend or Retract Fly Boom Using Base Control Console 43
210-7 To Level Platform Using Base Control Console 43
210-8 To Operate Using Emergency Power Switch at Base Control Console 44
210-9 To Activate Platform Control Console 44
210-10 To Drive Forward or Reverse Using Platform Control Console 45
210-11 To Steer Using Platform Control Console 45
210-12 To Move Jib Up and Down Using Platform Control Console (If Equipped) 45
210-13 To Extend or Retract Fly Boom Using Platform Control Console 45
210-14 To Level Platform Using Platform Control Console 45
210-15 To Rotate Platform Using Platform Control Console 45
210-16 To Raise or Lower Main Boom Using Platform Control Console 46
210-17 To Rotate Turret Using Platform Control Console 46
210-18 To Sound Horn 46
210-19 To Operate Using Emergency Power Switch at Platform Control Console 46
210-20 Shutdown Procedure 46
210-21 Hydraulic Generator (If Equipped) 47
210-22 To Switch Driving Light On (If Equipped) 47
210-23 Glazier Tray (If Equipped) 47
210-24 Arctic Weather Package (If Equipped) 48
211 Refueling Procedure 49
211-1 Regular Fuel (Gasoline or Diesel) 49
212 Loading/Unloading 50
212-1 Loading and Tie-down 50
212-2 Locking the Turret 51
212-3 Lifting 51
213 Winching and Towing Procedure 52
213-1 To Release Brakes Manually 53
214 Emergency Lowering Procedures 54
215 Chassis Tilt 55
215-1 Counterweight Uphill 55
215-2 Counterweight Downhill 55
216 Diagrams 56
217 Tables 61
218 Labels 68
List of Tables
21 Standard and Optional Features 61
22 Specifications and Features 62
23 Owner’s Annual Inspection Record 64
24 Tire/Wheel Specifications 64
25 Floor Loading Pressure 65
26 Maintenance and Inspection Schedule 66
27 Operator’s Checklist 67
Skyjack SJ 40T SJ 45T SJ 61T SJ 66T Telescopic Boom Operating Manual