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1. machine without putting in place the platform safety bar or closing the safety gate Never climb on the covers To reduce the risks of tipping over operators must follow these instructions Never disable the limit switches of the safety devices Never move the control handles from one direction to the other with out stopping in the O position To stop when travelling gradually move the handle to O keeping your foot down on the pedal Do not exceed the maximum load or the number of occupants allowed in the platform Spread the load and if possible place in the centre of the platform Check that the ground resists the pressure and load per wheel Avoid contact with stationary or moving obstacles Do not drive the platform at high speed in narrow or congested areas Avoid contact with stationary or moving obstructions Do not drive the platform in reverse gear poor visibility Do not use the machine with a congested platform Do not use the machine with equipment or objects hanging from the guardrails or boom Do not use the machine with items liable to increase the wind load e g panels Never carry out maintenance on the machine with the platform raised without first installing the required safety provisions overhead crane crane Perform the daily checks and monitor the machine s good working or der during periods of use NOTE Do not tow the platform it is not designed to be towed and must be transport2. the maximum load allowance if necessary spread the load all over the platform NOTA If the load in the platform exceeds the maximum authorised load no movements are possible from the platform control Station The overload light indicator on the platform panel and the buzzer alert the operator Load must be removed to re en able the machine There is no load restriction on the reach 4 3 2 1 Control station test e Prior to any manoeuvre ensure that the green indicator light item 4 is on signalling that the machine is energised and that the ground platform select switch is set to platform control e Ensure that the emergency stop button item 14 is released e Check the horn is working properly 4 3 2 2 Movement test To carry out a movement choose the corresponding controller or se lector switch Press the dead man pedal and operate the relevant controller The tilting angle and speed of the controllers make the movement gradual If the floor is not horizontal correct the platform position with the cor responding selector switch Test the telescoping jib and basket rotation movements with the as sociated selector switch Test the front axle steering movement using the selector switch locat ed on the travel controller handle and test the rear axle using the se lector switch located on the platform control panel Test the 3 travel speeds by operating the speed selector switch The direction of the movements is ind
3. this manual the motor manual and the instructions on the machine plates 4 2 1 Familiarisation with the control stations 4 2 1 1 Turntable control station The turntable control station includes the following elements 1 2 Fa 4 5 6 rae 8 Q 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Motor oil pressure light indicator Motor temperature light indicator Battery charge indicator Filter blocking indicator Boom telescoping control Boom lifting control Jib control Turntable rotation control Emergency unit control Hour meter Motor state switch Motor start button Turntable station stop platform station selection Emergency stop button Flashing light control 220 V single phase 16 A power supply plug Tilt sensor Photo 6 4 2 1 2 Platform control station Boom lifting and rotation controller Telescoping controller Travel controller Power on light indicator Start switch Horn switch Low medium and high speed Steering indicator Differential blocking switch 10 Jib switch 11 Platform rotation switch 12 Emergency control 13 Compensation switch 14 Emergency stop button 15 220 V single phase 16 A plug 16 Platform overload indicator 17 Fault indicator Oe ee a Photo 8 4 2 2 Pre operation inspection 4 2 2 1 Operation zone e Ensure that the machine is on flat stable ground able to withstand the weight of the machine AN Caution See ch
4. use Turn the button Photo 13 page 9 ove the power socket in the OFF position Connect the tool to the socket At any time you can change the tool NOTA When using the built in generator you cannot make any ma chine movements To make a movement you must switch off the built in generator see instructions below Switching off the built in generator Disconnect the tool from the socket Turn the button Photo 13 page 9 above the power socket in the OFF position Movement is active once again you can make any movements Put the button above the power socket in the ON position the motor accelerates and the button s green light indicator comes on 4 3 OPERATION IMPORTANT Operation can only be started once all the actions described in the previous chapter have been performed To get used to the machine the first movements should be carried out on the ground leaving the machine in the transport position counter weight at the front boom lowered AN Caution When the counter weight is placed REMINDER The main operating station is in the platform In normal use above the steer wheels the travel the turntable control station is an emergency or rescue and steer controls react in the station and is only used if absolutely necessary opposite direction 4 3 1 Ground operations 4 3 1 1 Start the motor Photo 5 page 6 e Make sure the emergency stop button item 15 is pulled out e
5. 0800 52 15 95 a a 7 www facelift co uk access and safety made easy haulotte telescopic booms SAFETY TIPS ALWAYS Inspect your machine before use Check all operations including ground controls Check ground conditions Check clearance from overhead obstructions power cables building projections etc Plan your task job Use sole boards under your outriggers at all times regardless of ground conditions Stabilise and level machine before use Wear a safety harness connected to a suitable anchorage point inside the platform Operate all controls smoothly Warn other people that you are there by means of flashing lights sign and cones MAKE SAFETY YOUR No 1 PRIORITY NEVER Use an unsafe machine Use an access platform to hoist loads like a crane Overload cage platform Operate in strong winds Check manufacturer s recommendation Rest the cage on a structure or object to gain extra support Attach your safety harness to a structure outside of the platform Throw or drop anything from the platform Use boxes ladders or stand on handrails to gain additional height if you can t reach you need a bigger machine Let an untrained person operate the access platform Take unnecessary risks hospitals and graveyards are full of dead heroes In the unlikely event that your machine develops a fault please contact the Facelift Tech Team on 01444 881100 CONTENTS General Safet
6. Move the key operated control station selection switch item 14 to the ground position pictograms In this position the platform controls are disabled The indicator lights for motor oil pressure item 1 and battery charg ing item 3 are on The air filter clogging indicator light item 4 is off Press the start button item 13 Once the motor has started the lights items 1 and 3 go out NOTA lf the motor does not start cut the contact by pressing the emergency stop button and repeat the operation e Let the motor warm up and use the time to check that the hour meter item 11 motor and pump are working properly 4 3 1 2 Movement tests Photo 5 page 6 AN Caution Before any movement check that e Test the boom functions up then down switch item 6 no obstacles can impede the e Stop the boom when horizontal manoeuvres e Then test the turntable rotation function in both directions switch item 8 and the telescope extend retract function switch item 5 then fully lower the boom Caution MAXIMUM LOAD H21TX 360 kg including 3 people H23TPX H25TPX 250 kg including 2 people 4 3 1 3 Switching to platform control Photo 5 page 6 e Move the key operated select switch item 14 to the platform position green round e Check that the tilt sensor is working properly item 18 Photo 6 page 32 4 3 2 Operations from the platform Photo 7 page 7 Climb into the basket respecting
7. aracteristics table for max e Ensure that no obstacles can impede the following movements allowed tilt travel driving the machine turntable rotation telescoping and lifting 4 2 2 2 General appearance Ensure that the turntable rotation blocking pin is withdrawn item 1 Photo 9 page 34 Visually inspect the entire machine take note of any paint flecks or battery acid leaks Check that there are no loose bolts nuts couplings or hoses no oil leaks no severed or disconnected electrical wires Check the boom and platform there must be no visible damage and no signs of wear or deformation Photo 9 Check there are no leaks signs of wear dents scratches rust or for eign bodies on the cylinder rods Check that the wheel reducers are not leaking The hydraulic pump and motor must be free of leaks and have no loose parts Check the reducers are not disconnected Check that wheel nuts are tight and tyres not excessively worn AN Caution These machines are not insulated 4 2 2 3 Electricity and must not be used near e Check that battery terminals are clean and tight slack or corrosion re electricity lines duce power e Respect the safety instructions provided by the battery manufacturer e Check that the main control panel power cable is in good condition e Check that the emergency stop systems work properly e Check that the tilt sensor works properly item18 Photo 6 page by tilting the support plate Beyo
8. ble control panel with the main diesel power supply to bring the operator in the platform down 3 1 3 2 Emergency assistance AN Caution Use of the emergency unit is An emergency electric pump unit operated from the platform or the exclusively reserved for rescuing turntable is used to counter a failure of the main pump personnel if the main hydraulic If an operating problem prevents the user on the platform from coming power supply fails Any other use down to the floor a competent operator can control this movement this may cause damage using the electric pump and the turntable control panel 3 1 3 3 Manual emergency assistance system If the diesel motor is working and in case of breakdown of the turntable and platform controls it is possible to perform these movements using the mechanical levers and pushing the manual control of the electro valve situated at the top on the general distribution block AN Caution To make these operations there e Manual emergency system for turntable orientation must be three operators on the Instructions ground Take hold of the lever Ref 6 Photo 1 Position the lever on the distr buting valve Ref 4 Photo 1 page 6 Hftess the manual control on the electrovalve Ref 5 Photo 1 page 6 Photo 1 Manual emergency system Ress the manual control and at the same time move the lever up to turn the turntable to the right as seen from the basket move the lever down to turn the t
9. chine s parts Do not touch adjacent structures with the elevator arm 1 3 2 Electrical risk Electrical risks are high in the following situations Contact with a live line check safety distances before operation near electricity lines Use during storms 1 3 3 Risk of explosion or burning The risks of explosion or burning are high in the following situations Working in explosive or inflammable atmosphere Filling the fuel tank near naked flames Contact with the hot parts of the motor Use of a machine generating hydraulic leakage 1 3 4 Risks of collision Risk of crushing people in the machine operation zone when travel ling or manoeuvring equipment The operator must assess the risks above him before using the ma chine Pay attention to the position of the arms during turntable rotation Adapt movement speed to conditions related to the ground traffic slope and movement of people or any other factor that may cause a collision When driving down the ramp of a truck ensure sufficient space is available for safe unloading Check brake pad wear regularly to avoid all risk of collision OPERATIONS BEFORE USE UN Caution During high pressure washing do not direct the jet onto the electric boxes and cabinets se A t 5 y l j d 4 AN a i wet i ora b Tepa ae Bs fils SAS See 7 su aes aE eral at REMINDER Before use familiarise yourself with the machine using
10. e jib e Manual emergency system for compensation Instructions Take hold of the lever Ref 5 Photo 1 page 13 Position the lever on the distributing valve Ref 1 Photo 1 page 13 At the same time press the manual control on the electrovalve Ref 6 Photo 1 page 13 and the distributing valve corresponding to compensation movement Ref 2 Photo 2 page 14 Press the manual control and the distributing valve corresponding to the compensation movement at the same time move the lever up to lift the basket move the lever down hold down the manual control and press the opposite distributor to lower the basket e Manual emergency system for steer Instructions Take hold of the lever Ref 5 Photo 1 page 13 Position the lever on the distributing valve Ref 1 Photo 1 page 13 At the same time press the manual electrovalve control Ref 6 Photo 1 page 13 and the distributor corresponding to the steering movement Ref 3 Photo 2 page 14 14 NOTES facelift 0800 072 55 72 access and safety made easy www facelift co uk operator training centre PAL POWERED ACCESS LICENCE TIM WATERSTONE OP 0005947 a When hiring access coor gt equipment we strongly 1b 3a recommend taking advantage of one of our operator training courses As Facelift is an accreditied IPAF Independent Powered Access Federation training centre you can be sure that your staff will be trained to a h
11. ed on a trailer RESIDUAL RISKS UN Caution Operation direction may be inverted on a turntable machine after 180 rotation Bear in mind the colour of the arrows on the chassis in relation to the colour shown on the platform control panel green and red Thus moving the manipulator in the direction of the green arrow on the control panel will move the machine according to the direction indicated by the green arrow on the chassis Similarly moving a manipulator in the direction of the red arrow on the control panel will move the machine in the direction of the red arrow on the chassis 1 3 Caution If the machine has a 220 V 16A max plug the extension must be connected to a mains socket protected by a 30 mA differential circuit breaker 1 3 1 Risks of jerky movements and tipping over Risks of jerky movement and tipping over are high in the following situations Sudden action on the controls Overloading of the platform Uneven ground Be careful during thaw periods in winter Gusts of wind Contact with an obstacle on the ground or at a height Working on platforms pavements etc Inversion of travel direction after turntable rotation Allow sufficient stopping distances 3 metres at high speed and 1 metre at low speed Do not alter or neutralise any components connected in any way to the machine s safety or stability Do not place or fasten a load so that it overhangs the ma
12. icated by coloured arrows NOTA High speed is only possible if the machine is stowed Work can now begin 11 Holding down the manual control and the distributor corresponding to the steering movement Move the lever up to move the wheels left Move the lever down and press the opposite distributor to move the wheels right 3 2 ELECTRIC CIRCUIT AND OPERATION SAFETY SYSTEMS AN Caution Do not attempt to operate the machine until you have read and understood the instructions in Chapter 4 page 31 3 2 1 General The electric power used to control and start the thermal motor comes from a 12V battery Hours are counted by an hour meter To prevent the machine from being used above its capacity it is equipped with safety systems designed to protect personnel and the machine These systems immobilise the machine or neutralise its movements In this case inadequate knowledge of the machine s operation and characteristics may lead the operator to diagnose a breakdown whereas in actual fact the safety systems are merely operating properly It is therefore essential that all the instructions in these chapters are fully understood If an emergency assistance or rescue operation is necessary the safety systems are neutralised 3 2 2 Automatic motor stop The motor is automatically stopped when e the generator no longer operates e oil pressure is too low 3 2 3 Platform load control If the load in the p
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14. latform exceeds the maximum authorised load no movements are possible from the platform control station The overload light indicator on the platform panel and the buzzer alert the operator Load must be removed to reset the assembly 3 2 4 Tilt control In the work position machine extended the tilt sensor emits a sound when the maximum allowable tilt is reached If this state continues after a period of 1 to 2 seconds the following movements are disabled boom lift and lowering jib lifting telescoping and travel When the telescope is fully withdrawn boom lifting and lowering movements are enabled The travel function is disabled until all elevation elements are stowed The machine can then be moved to an allowed tilt NOTA Once the machine is stowed telescope withdrawn boom low ered and jib below the horizontal tilt is tolerated and no alarm is sounded 3 2 5 Travel speeds In order to move the machine it is necessary to put the dead man s safety device into service by keeping your foot pressed on the pedal Releasing the dead man s pedal causes travel to stop Emergency Procedures AN Caution Emergency assistance and rescue 3 1 3 1 Rescue operations to be carried out by This is a situation where the operator in the platform is no longer able to trained and competent personnel control the movements although the machine is working normally A qualified operator on the ground can use the turnta
15. nd the maximum tilt valve it should emit an alarm if the machine is extended 4 2 2 4 Reservoir compartment e Check the levels of hydraulic oil item 1 Photo 10 and top up if necessary yia the plug item 2 Photo 10 of diesel when the cover is closed two lights indicate the min and max levels Fill up if necessary item 3 Photo 10 NOTE To fill up use the products recommended 4 2 2 5 Motor compartment e Check that the air filter is clean see the motor manual e Check the level of motor oil gauge item 1 Photo 11 and top up if necessary see motor manual e Check the hydraulic oil filter clogging indicator item 2 Photo 11 If the red indicator is visible replace the filter cartridge e Check the level of electrolyte in the batteries the level should be ap proximately 10 mm above the plates Fill up if necessary with distilled water Photo 11 NOTA To fill up use the products recommended 4 2 3 Built in generator option Caution Do not expose the built in The built in generator enables voltage supply 220V or 110V depending on generator to direct contact withajet the option chosen in the platform to enable connection of a tool with of water or a high pressure cleaner maximum power 3 3 KW Photo 12 Built in generator I Photo 13 Built in generator 4 2 3 1 Instructions e Switching on the built in generator Start the machine and allow the motor to warm up for 15 minutes before
16. rms risk of lightning e In the dark unless the optional floodlight is fitted e In the presence of intense electromagnetic fields radar moving and high currents DRIVING ON PUBLIC ROADS IS PROHIBITED 1 2 3 Using the machine Do not use the machine e with a load greater than allowed load e if wind speed exceeds the maximum e with more than maximum authorised number of occupants in platform e with a side load in the platform greater than permissible limit AN Caution Never use the platform as a crane hoist or lift Never use the machine to pull or tow Never use the boom as a ram or thruster or to lift the wheels To reduce the risks of serious falls operators must respect the following instructions Hold the guardrail firmly when lifting or driving the platform Remove any traces of oil or grease from the platform steps floor or guardrails Wear personal protective equipment suited to working conditions and conform to local regulations particularly when working in hazardous areas Never disable the limit switches of the safety devices Avoid contact with stationary or moving obstacles Do not increase the platform operating height by means of ladders or other accessories Never use the guardrails to climb into or out of the platform use the steps provided Never climb on the guardrails when the platform is up Avoid driving the machine at high speed in narrow or congested are as Never use the
17. urntable to the left as seen from the basket e Manual emergency system for the telescope Instructions Take hold of the lever Rep f Photo 1 Position the lever on the distributing valve Ref 3 Photo 1 page 13 Press the manual control on the electrovalve Ref 5 Photo 1 page19 Press the manual control and at the same time move the lever up to extend the telescope move the lever down to retract the telescope e Manual emergency system for boom lifting Instructions Take hold of the lever Ref 1 Photo 1 page13 Position the lever on the distributing valve Ref 2 Photo 1 page 13 Press the manual control on the electrovalve Ref 5 Photo 1 page 13 Press the manual control and at the same time 13 move the lever up to lift the boom move the lever down to retract the boom Photo 2 Distribution unit on off i ye e Manual emergency system for jib Instructions Take hold of the lever Ref 5 Photo 1 page 13 Position the lever on the distributing valve Ref 1 Photo 1 page 13 At the same time press the manual electrovalve control Ref 6 Photo 1 page 13 and the distributor corresponding to jib movement Ref 1 Photo 2 page 14 Holding down the manual control and the distributor corresponding to jib movement move the lever down to lift the jib move the lever up and press the opposite distributor to lower th
18. y INSTFUCUIONS sev cheisecededsseiee neeenntitesdial 3 Emergency ProCcedures cccccccscssescsseeseeeees 13 Operation Before USS sareni O INOIES sath eduveretasistase a an eanmeonienets 15 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AN Caution Only trained operators can use Haulotte self propelled platforms 1 2 1 Operators Operators must be aged over 18 and hold an operating permit issued by their employer after undergoing a medical check and a practical test that prove they are apt to operate the machine There must always be at least two operators present so that one can always e Take fast action if necessary e Take over the controls in case of accident or malfunction e Monitor and prevent movement of vehicles and people near the plat form e Guide the platform operator if required 1 2 2 Environment Never use the machine e On ground that is soft unstable congested e On a ground that has a slope greater than permissible limit e In winds greater than the permissible limit If used outside use an an emometer to ensure that the wind speed does not exceed the permis sible limit e Near power lines check minimum safe approach distances according to voltage carried e In temperatures less than 15 C especially in refrigerated chambers Consult us if it is necessary to work below 15 C e In explosive atmospheres e In poorly ventilated areas since the exhaust fumes are toxic e During sto
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