Upright SL20 Operator's Manual
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SL20
SL20
SERIAL NO. 5800 to Current
ADVERTENCIA
Todo el personal debe leer atentamente, entender y respetar todas las reglas de seguridad
y las instrucciones de operación antes de efectuar trabajos de mantenimiento o
manejar cualquier plataforma aérea de trabajo UpRight.
Operator Manual
Manuel de l’utilisateur
Betriebsanleitung
Manual del operador
WARNING
All personnel shall carefully read, understand and follow all safety rules, and operating
instructions before performing maintenance on or operating any UpRight aerial work platform.
Refer to page 2 for the english language version of this Operator Manual.
Referirse a la página 23 para la versión en español de este manual del operador.
WARNUNG
Alle Bediener müssen die Sicherheitsregeln und die Betriebsanweisungen
gründlich durchlesen, verstehen und befolgen, bevor sie Wartungsarbeiten an
irgendeiner UpRight Scheren-Hubbühne vornehmen oder selbige benutzen.
Siehe Seite 16 zwecks der deutschsprachigen Ausgabe dieser Betriebsanleitung.
AVERTISSEMENT
Tout le personnel doit lire attentivement et respecter toutes les consignes de
sécurité avant d’entretenir ou d’utiliser une plate-forme de travail aérien UpRight.
Réferez-vous à la page 9 pour la version en français de ce manuel de l’utilisateur.
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SAFETY RULES
NEVER operate the machine
within ten feet of power lines.
THIS MACHINE IS NOT
INSULATED.
NEVER elevate the platform or
drive the machine while
elevated unless the machine is
on firm level surface.
NEVER sit, stand or climb on
guardrail or midrail.
NEVER operate the machine without first surveying the work area for surface hazards such as
holes, drop-offs, bumps and debris before operating machine.
NEVER operate the machine if all guardrails are not properly in place and secured with all fasteners properly torqued.
SECURE gate across entrance after mounting platform.
NEVER use ladders or scaffolding on the platform.
NEVER attach overhanging loads or increase platform size.
LOOK up, down and around for overhead obstructions and electrical conductors.
DISTRIBUTE all loads evenly on the platform. See the back cover for maximum platform load.
NEVER use damaged equipment. (Contact UpRight for instructions. See phone numbers on back cover.)
NEVER change operating or safety systems.
INSPECT the machine thoroughly for cracked welds, loose hardware, hydraulic leaks, damaged
control cable, loose wire connections and wheel bolts.
NEVER climb down elevating assembly with the platform elevated.
NEVER perform service on machine while platform is elevated without blocking elevating assembly.
NEVER recharge batteries near sparks or open flame; batteries that are being charged emit highly
explosive hydrogen gas.
AFTER USE secure the work platform against unauthorized use by turning key switch off and
removing key.
NEVER replace any component or part with anything other than original UpRight replacement
parts without the manufacturer's consent.
English Language Section
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Introduction
This manual covers the SL20 Work Platforms. This
manual must be stored on the machine at all
times.
Pre-Operation and Safety
Inspection
Read, understand and follow all safety rules and
operating instructions and then perform the
following steps each day before use.
1. Open module covers and inspect for damage,
oil leaks or missing parts.
2. Check the level of the hydraulic oil with the
platform fully lowered. Oil should be visible
on the dipstick. Add ISO #46 hydraulic oil if
necessary.
3. Check that fluid level in the batteries is correct
(See Battery Maintenance, page 6).
4. Verify batteries are charged.
5. Check that AC extension cord has been disconnected from charger.
6. Check that all guardrails are in place with
fasteners properly tightened.
7. Carefully inspect the entire work platform for
damage such as cracked welds or structural
members, loose or missing parts, oil leaks,
damaged cables or hoses, loose connections
and tyre damage.
8. Move machine, if necessary, to unobstructed
area to allow for full elevation.
9. Pull out on chassis and platform emergency
stop switches to turn ON (Figure 1 or 2).
10. Turn the Chassis Key Switch (Figure 1) to
CHASSIS.
11. Push chassis lift switch (Figure 1) to LIFT
position and fully elevate platform.
12. Visually inspect the elevating assembly, lift
cylinder, cables and hoses for damage or erratic
operation. Check for missing or loose parts.
13. Partially lower the platform by pushing chassis
lift switch to LOWER, and check operation of
the audible lowering alarm.
14. Pull out on the chassis emergency lowering
valve (Figure 1) to check for proper operation.
Once the platform is fully lowered, close the
valve by releasing the knob.
15. Turn the chassis key switch (Figure 1) to DECK.
16. Close and secure module covers.
17. Check that route is clear of persons, obstructions, holes and drop-offs, level and capable of
supporting the wheel loads.
18. After mounting platform latch gate across
entrance.
19. Pull emergency stop button out to the ON
position.
20. Position drive/lift switch to DRIVE.
21. While depressing the interlock lever, slowly
position the control lever to FORWARD then
REVERSE to check for speed and directional
control. The farther you push or pull the control lever from centre the faster the machine
will travel.
22. Push steering switch RIGHT then LEFT to
check for steering control.
23. Push the emergency stop switch button.
24. With only one emergency stop button pushed
down, in the OFF position, operate a control to
verify that the emergency stop switch is functioning. Repeat the test with only the other
emergency stop switch button OFF. If any
function operates with either emergency stop
switch in the OFF position STOP and remove
the machine from service until it is repaired.
Figure 1: Chassis Control Module
Interlock Lever
Emergency Stop Switch
Control Lever
Steering
Switch
Drive/Lift
Switch
Figure 2: Controller
Hydraulic Tank
Cap/Dipstick
Emergency Lowering Valve
Chassis Key Switch
Emergency
Stop Switch
Chassis Lift
Switch
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Operation
Before operating work platform ensure that preoperation and safety inspection has been completed,
any deficiencies have been corrected and the operator
has been thoroughly trained on this machine. The
operator must read, fully understand and follow this
Operator Manual.
Travel With Platform Lowered
1. Check that route is clear of people, obstructions, holes and drop-offs, is level and is
capable of supporting wheel loads.
2. Verify chassis key switch is turned to DECK
and chassis emergency stop switch is ON, pull
button out.
3. After mounting platform latch gate across
entrance.
4. Check clearances above, below and to the sides
of platform.
5. Pull controller emergency stop button out to ON
position. When button is pushed down emergency stop switch will automatically go to OFF
position.
6. Position drive/lift switch to DRIVE.
7. While depressing the interlock lever, slowly
push or pull the control lever to FORWARD or
REVERSE position to travel in the desired
direction. The farther you push or pull the
control lever from centre the faster the machine
will travel.
Steering
1. Position drive/lift switch to DRIVE.
2. While depressing the interlock lever, push the
steering switch to RIGHT or LEFT to turn wheels
in the desired direction. Observe the tyres while
manoeuvering the work platform to ensure
proper direction.
NOTE: Steering is not self-centering. Wheels
must be returned to straight ahead position by
operating steering switch.
Elevating Platform
1. Position drive/lift switch to LIFT.
2. While depressing the interlock lever, push control
lever forward to UP, the farther you push the
control lever the faster the platform will elevate.
3. If the machine is not level the tilt alarm will
sound and the machine will not lift or drive. If
the tilt alarm sounds the platform must be
lowered and the machine moved to a level
location before attempting to re-elevate the
platform.
Travel With Platform Elevated
NOTE: Work platform will travel at reduced
speed when platform is elevated.
1. Check that route is clear of persons, obstructions, holes and drop-offs, is level and capable
of supporting the wheel loads.
2. Check clearances above, below and to the sides
of platform.
3. Position drive/lift switch to DRIVE position.
4. While depressing the interlock lever, push
control lever to FORWARD or REVERSE for
desired direction of travel.
5. If the machine is not level the tilt alarm will
sound and the machine will not lift or drive. If
the tilt alarm sounds the platform must be
lowered and the machine moved to a level
location before attempting to re-elevate the
platform.
Lowering Platform
1. Position drive/lift switch to LIFT.
2. While depressing the interlock lever, pull back
on the control lever.
Emergency Lowering
If the platform should fail to lower, NEVER
climb down the elevating assembly.
The emergency lowering valve knob is located at
the base of the lift cylinder (Figure 1).
1. Open the emergency lowering valve by pulling
and holding the knob.
2. To close, release the knob.
The platform will not elevate if the emergency
lowering valve is open.
After Use Each Day
1. Ensure that the platform is fully lowered.
2. Park the machine on level ground, preferably
under cover, secure against vandals, children
or unauthorized operation.
3. Turn the key switch to OFF and remove the
key to prevent unauthorized operation.
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Fold Down Guardrails
This procedure is only for the purpose of passing
through doorways. Guardrails must be returned
to proper position before using the work platform.
Fold Down Procedure
1. Remove controller from guardrail and lay it on
the platform deck.
2. Remove retaining pin securing the top crossbars at the front and rear of the platform and
rotate the crossbars towards the right guardrail.
3. Pull up on right deck guardrail (or platform
guardrail if not equipped with a deck extension) and fold down.
4. Repeat step 3 for the remaining guardrails
Erection Procedure
1. Raise the left platform guardrail and push
down securing the guardrail in the vertical
position.
2. Repeat step 1 for the remaining guardrails
3. Rotate the top front crossbar into place across
the platform and pin to top left guardrail.
4. Repeat step 3 for top rear crossbar.
5. Place controller at front corner of platform.
Transporting Work Platform
By Forklift
NOTE: Forklifting is for transporting only.
See specifications for weight of work
platform and be certain that forklift is of
adequate capacity to lift platform.
Forklift from the side by lifting under chassis
modules (Figure 3).
By Crane
1. Secure straps to chassis lift points only (Figure 3).
By Truck
1. Manoeuvre the work platform into transport
position and chock wheels.
2. Secure the work platform to the transport
vehicle with chains or straps of adequate load
capacity attached to the chassis tie down lugs
only (Figure 3).
Tie down lugs are not to be used to lift
work platform.
Over-tightening of chains or straps through
tie down lugs may result in damage to
work platform.
3. Open chassis emergency lowering valve.
Figure 3: Transporting Work Platform
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Maintenance
Never perform service on the work platform while the platform is elevated.
Note: No normal (routine) maintenance on the
SL20 should require the platform to be raised.
ROUTINE SERVICE
Use the following table as a guide for routine
maintenance, refer to the Service Manual for
complete service instructions.
SERVICE OPERATION INTERVAL
Monthly6 Months Yearly 2 Years
Daily Weekly or or or or
50 Hrs. 250 Hrs. 500 Hrs.1000 Hrs.
Clean entire work platform X
Check battery fluid level X
Charge batteries X
Check tyres for damage X
Check lug nuts/bolts X
Check hydraulic fluid level X
Check for peeling, faded or X
missing labels & replace
Check deck and guardrail X
fasteners for proper torque
Inspect elevating assembly X
for bends or cracking
Check for & repair collision X
damage
Check emergency lowering X
valve operation
Lubricate entire work X
platform
Check electric motor X
brushes
Check pivot pin snap rings X
Change hydraulic filter X
and clean breather
Check all fasteners for X
proper torque
Grease wheel bearings X
Change hydraulic fluid X
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BATTERY MAINTENANCE
Hazard of explosive gas mixture. Keep
sparks, flame and smoking materials away
from batteries.
Always wear safety glasses when working
with batteries.
Battery fluid is highly corrosive. Rinse
away any spilled fluid thoroughly with
clean water.
Always replace batteries with UpRight
batteries or manufacturer approved replacements weighing 28 kg. (62 lbs.) each.
Check battery fluid level daily (Figure 4), especially if
work platform is being used in a warm, dry climate.
If electrolyte level is lower than 10 mm (
3
/8 in.) above
plates add distilled water only. DO NOT use tap
water with high mineral content, it will shorten
battery life.
Keep terminals and tops of batteries clean.
Refer to the Service Manual to extend battery life
and for complete service instructions.
Battery Charging
Charge batteries at end of each work shift or
sooner if batteries have been discharged.
Charge batteries in a well ventilated area.
Do not charge batteries when the work
platform is in an area containing sparks or
flames.
Permanent damage to batteries will result if
batteries are not immediately recharged
after discharging.
Never leave charger operating unattended
for more than two days.
Never disconnect cables from batteries
when charger is operating.
Keep charger dry.
1. Check battery fluid level (Figure 4). If electrolyte
level is lower than 10 mm (
3
/8 in.) above plates
add distilled water only.
2. Verify charger voltage switch is set to the correct
voltage.
3. Connect extension cord (1.5 mm² (12 guage)
conductor minimum and 15 m (50 ft.) in length
maximum) to charger plug located at the front
side of the left chassis module (Figure 4). Connect
extension cord to properly grounded outlet of
proper voltage and frequency.
4. Charger turns on automatically after a short delay.
5. Charger turns off automatically when batteries
are fully charged.
LUBRICATION (Figure 5)
Linkage Gears
1. Raise platform fully.
2. Using another work platform or ladder get up
high enough to comfortably reach gears.
3. Use a long handled brush to apply multipurpose grease to the face of the gears.
DO NOT use hands to apply grease or
allow any body part to enter the elevating
assembly.
4. Lower the platform after greasing.
King Pins
Apply one or two drops of motor oil to each king
pin bearing.
Figure 5: Lubrication Points
Grease
Oil
1. King Pins
2. Linkage Gears
3. Front Wheel Bearings
Charger Plug
Figure 4: Chassis Power Module, Left Side
Remove to Check Battery Fluid
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Specifications*
ITEM
Platform Size
Max. Platform Capacity
Standard w/ Deck Extension
w/o Deck Extension
on Extension
Max. No. of occupants
Standard w/ Deck Extension
w/o Deck Extension
on Extension
Height
Working Height
Max. Platform Height
Dimensions
Weight
Overall Width
Overall Height
Overall with guardrails folded
Overall Length
Driveable Height
Surface Speed-maximum
Platform Lowered
Platform Raised
Energy Source
System Voltage
Battery Charger
Battery Duty Cycle
Hydraulic Tank Capacity
Max. Hydraulic System Pressure
Lift System
Drive Control
Control System
Horizontal Drive
Tyres
Parking Brake
Turning Radius
Maximum Gradeability
Wheel Base
Guardrails
Toeboard
SL20
.70 m x 2.44 m [27.75" x 96"] Inside Toeboards
299 kg [660 lbs.]
340 kg [750 lbs.]
110 kg [250 lbs.]
2 People
3 People
1 Person
7.92 m [26 ft.]
6.10 m [20 ft.]
1423 kg [3,127 lbs.]
.84 m [33 in.]
2.35 m [92.5 in.]
2.02 m [79.5 in.]
2.65 m [104.25 in.]
6.10 m [20 ft.] Standard
3.70 km/h [2.3 mph]
1.13 km/h [0.7 mph]
24 Volt Battery Pack (4-220 Amp Hour, 6 Volt Batteries, Min. Wt. 62 lbs. (28 kg)
each), 4 HP DC Electric Motor
24 Volt DC
25 AMP
25% for 8 Hours
15.2 L [4 gal.]
183 bar [2000 psi]
Single Lift Cylinder
Proportional
Proportional Joystick Controller with Interlock Lever, Toggle Selector Switch,
and Red Mushroom Emergency Stop Switch
Dual Rear Wheel Hydraulic Motors
410 mm [16 in.] Diameter Solid Rubber, non-marking
Spring Applied, Hydraulic Release
1.40 m [55 in.] Inside
14º [25%]
1.85 m [73 in.]
1.14 m [44.88 in.]
152 mm [6 in.]
* Specifications subject to change without notice.
Refer to Service Manual for complete parts and service information.
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Version Française
CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ
NE JAMAIS UTILISER la machine
à moins de trois mètres des lignes
électriques. CETTE MACHINE
N’EST PAS ISOLÉE.
NE JAMAIS élever la plate-forme
ou conduire la machine levée à
moins que la machine ne soit sur
une surface ferme et horizontale.
NE JAMAIS s’asseoir, se tenir
debout ou monter sur le gardecorps.
NE JAMAIS utiliser la machine sans avoir au préalable examiné la zone de travail en recherchant les dangers de
surface, comme les trous, les pentes, les bosses et les débris.
NE JAMAIS utiliser la machine si les garde-corps ne sont pas correctement en place et bloqués avec des vis bien
serrées.
REFERMER le portillon après être monté sur la plate-forme.
NE JAMAIS utiliser d’échelles ou d’échafaudages sur la plate-forme.
NE JAMAIS fixer de charge en surplomb ni élargir la plate-forme.
REGARDER en haut, en bas et tout autour en cherchant les fils électriques et les obstructions en hauteur.
RÉPARTIR les charges en plate-forme uniformément. Voir au dos du manuel la charge maximum de la plate-forme.
NE JAMAIS utiliser d’équipement endommagé (contacter UpRight pour des instructions. Voir les numéros
d’appel au dos du manuel).
NE JAMAIS changer le système de fonctionnement ou de sécurité.
INSPECTER soigneusement la machine en recherchant les soudures fissurées, la visserie desserrée, lesfuites
hydrauliques, les câbles de commande endommagés, les connexions desserrées et les boulons de roues desserrés.
NE JAMAIS descendre en escaladant l’ensemble élévateur avec la plate-forme levée.
NE JAMAIS effectuer d’entretien sur la machine pendant que la plate-forme est levée sans bloquer l’ensemble
élévateur.
NE JAMAIS recharger les batteries près d’étincelles ou de flammes nues; les batteries qui sont en cours de
chargement émettent de l’hydrogène hautement explosif.
APRÈS USAGE, s’assurer que la plate-forme ne puisse pas être utilisée de manière non autorisée en tournant la
clé de contact sur arrêt et en enlevant la clé.
NE JAMAIS remplacer sans l’accord du fabricant des composants ou des pièces par des pièces
autres que des pièces de rechange originales UpRight.
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Introduction
Ce manuel couvre les plate-formes de travail SL20. Ce
manuel doit être rangé en permanence sur la machine.
Inspection de pré-
fonctionnement et de sécurité.
Lire attentivement et respecter toutes les consignes de
sécurité et toutes les instructions de fonctionnement,
puis effectuer la procédure suivante tous les jours
avant l’emploi.
1. Retirer les caches des modules et rechercher les
détériorations, les fuites d’huile et les pièces
manquantes.
2. Vérifier le niveau de l’huile hydraulique avec la
plate-forme complètement abaissée. Ouvrir le
module de gauche et retirer le bouchon de réservoir.
L’huile doit être visible sur la jauge. Ajouter de
l’huile hydraulique ISO nº 46 si besoin est.
3. Vérifier que le niveau de fluide des batteries soit
correct (voir Entretien de la batterie, page 14).
4. Vérifier que les batteries soient chargées.
5. Vérifier que la rallonge d’alimentation alternative
ait été débranchée du chargeur.
6. Vérifier que tous les garde-corps soient en place et
que toutes les vis soient correctement serrées.
7. Inspectez soigneusement la plate-forme de travail
entière en recherchant les détériorations telles que des
soudures ou des poutres structurelles fissurées, des
pièces manquantes ou desserrées, des fuites d’huile,
des câbles ou des flexibles endommagés, des
connecteurs desserrés et des détériorations des pneus.
8. Déplac er la machine, si besoin est, jusqu’à une zone
sans obstacle qui permette une extension complète.
9. Tirer sur les boutons d’arrêts d’urgence du châssis
et de la plate-forme pour les faire sortir et les mettre
en MARCHE (figures 1 & 2).
10. Mettre la clé de contact du châssis (figure 1) sur
CHÂSSIS (CHASSIS).
11. Mettre le commutateur de levage du châssis (figure 1)
en position LEVAGE (LIFT) et élever complètement la
plate-forme.
12. Inspecter visuellement l’ensemble de levage, le vérin
de levage, les câbles et les tuyaux pour identifier les
détériorations et les fonctionnements aléatoires.
13. Abaisser partiellement la plate-forme en poussant le
commutateur de levage du châssis en position
BASSE (LOWER) en vérifiant le fonctionnement de
l’alarme sonore de descente.
14. Ouvrir la vanne d’abaissement d’urgence du châssis en
tirant sur le commutateur (figure 3) pour vérifier son
bon fonctionnement. Une fois la plate-forme abaissée,
fermer la vanne en relâchant le commutateur.
15. Tourner la clé de contact du châssis (figure 1) sur
PLATFORME (DECK).
16. Fermer et verrouiller les portes des modules.
17. Vérifier que le passage soit dégagé de personnes,
obstacles, trous et pentes, qu’il soit horizontal et
capable de supporter la charge des roues.
18. Verrouiller le portillon après être monté dans la
plate-forme.
19. Tirer le bouton d’arrêt d’urgence en position
MARCHE (ON).
20. Placer le commutateur de déplacement et de levage
sur DÉPLACEMENT (DRIVE).
21. Tout en maintenant le levier enfoncé, pousser le
levier de commande en position AVANT (FOR-
WARD) puis ARRIÈRE (REVERSE) pour vérifier le
contrôle de direction et de vitesse. Plus vous
poussez le levier de commande, plus la plate-forme
se déplace rapidement.
22. Pousser le commutateur de direction vers la
DROITE (RIGHT) ou la GAUCHE (LEFT) pour
vérifier le contrôle de direction.
23. Pousser le bouton de commutateur d’arrêt d’urgence.
24. Avec un seul commutateur d’arrêt d’urgence appuyé,
dans la position ARRÊT (OFF), faites fonctionner une
des commandes pour vérifier le fonctionnement du
commutateur d’arrêt d’urgence. Répétez le test avec
l’autre commutateur d’arrêt d’urgence en position
ARRÊT. Si l’une des commandes fonctionne avec l’un
ou l’autre des commutateurs d’arrêt d’urgence en
position ARRÊT, S TOP ! Arrêtez-vous et retirez la
plate-forme du service jusqu’à ce qu’elle soit réparée.
Chassis Clé de contact
Commutateur
d’arrêt
d’urgence du
châssis
Vanne d'abaissement d'urgence
Jauge/réservoir
hydraulique
Commutateur
de levage du
châssis
Figure 1 : Châssis, côté gauche
Figure 2: Boitier de commandes
Levier de verrouillage
Levier de
commande
Commutateur
de direction
Commutateur d'arrêt
d'urgence
Commutateur de
déplacement et
de levage
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