OPERATION

MANUAL
SJ3215 E, SJ3219 E

DC ELECTRIC SCISSORS

249533AAA
May 2023
ANSI/CSA
 This manual is for MEWPs with serial numbers:
SJ3215 E: A100 040 000 & Above
SJ3215 E: C100 040 000 & Above
SJ3219 E: A100 040 000 & Above
SJ3219 E: C100 040 000 & Above

Please refer to the website (www.skyjack.com) for

contact information, other serial numbers, most
recent technical manuals, animations and USB
software.

The original instructions are in English.

 THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL MEANS ATTENTION!

BE ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

The Safety Alert symbol identifies important safety Red

messages on MEWPs, safety signs in manuals or DANGER.
elsewhere. When you see this symbol, be alert to
the possibility of personal injury or death. Follow the
instructions in the safety message.

DANGER Orange
WARNING.
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury.

Yellow
WARNING CAUTION.

WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous

situation which, if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.

Green
Emergency-
CAUTION lowering
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous procedure.
situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor
or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert
against unsafe practices. Blue
Safety
information.
IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT indicates a procedure essential for
safe operation and which, if not followed, may
result in a malfunction or damage to the MEWP.

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Table of Contents
Section 1 – About this Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.1 Read and Heed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.1-1 Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) definition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.1-2 Purpose of equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.1-3 Use of equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.1-4 Operation manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.1-5 Operator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.1-6 Service policy and warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.1-7 Ownership of Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.1-8 Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.1-9 Scope of this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.2 Primary assemblies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
1.3 Serial number nameplate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.4 Maintenance responsibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
1.4-1 Operator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
1.4-2 Maintenance and inspection schedule. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
1.4-3 Owner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Section 2 – General Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

2.1 Electrocution hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.1-1 Minimum distance from electrical conductors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.2 Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
2.3 Fall protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
2.4 Worksite inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Section 3 – Familiarization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3.1 Overview of the MEWP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
3.2 Manual storage box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.3 Control functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.3-1 Main power disconnect switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.3-2 Base control console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.3-3 Platform control console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3.4 Features and Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
3.4-1 Lowered travel position and elevated travel position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
3.4-2 Drive speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
3.4-3 Tilt switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
3.4-4 Brake release system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
3.4-5 Emergency-lowering system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

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 3.4-6 Fall-protection anchorage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
3.4-7 Platform load-sensing system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
3.4-8 Pothole protection device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
3.4-9 Maintenance support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
3.5 General components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
3.5-1 Battery charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
3.5-2 Folding-guardrail system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
3.5-3 Extension platform. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
3.5-4 Motion alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3.5-5 Display panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3.6 Optional equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3.6-1 Flashing Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3.6-2 AC power outlet on the platform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3.6-3 Secondary Guarding Lift Enable (SGLE) push-button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
3.6-4 White Noise Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
3.6-5 Elevate™ telematics access control unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
3.6-6 ECOTray Leak Containment System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
4.1 Operator’s Responsibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Section 4 – Inspections Before Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

4.2 Visual and daily maintenance inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
4.2-1 Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
4.2-2 Pothole protection limit switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
4.2-3 Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
4.2-4 Hydraulic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
4.2-5 Wheel/tire assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
4.2-6 Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
4.2-7 Battery tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
4.2-8 Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
4.2-9 Hydraulic and electric tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
4.2-10 Platform assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
4.2-11 Lift mechanism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
4.3 Function Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
4.3-1 MEWP controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
4.4 Operator’s Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Section 5 – Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
5.1 Energize the base control console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
5.2 Raise or lower the platform with the base control console. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
5.3 Energize the platform control console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
5.4 Raise or lower the platform with the platform control console. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
5.5 Raise and lower with the SGLE platform control console (optional equipment) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
5.6 Drive forward or rearward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

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5.7 Steer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
5.8 Select the low-speed or high-speed mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
5.9 Extend/retract the extension platform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
5.9-1 Extend/retract the extension platform manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
5.10 MEWP shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Section 6 – Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
6.1 Use the emergency-lowering function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
6.2 Release the brakes manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
6.3 Winch and tow the MEWP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
6.4 Use the platform control console from the ground . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
6.4-1 Disconnect and remove the platform control console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
6.4-2 Operate the MEWP from the ground . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
6.5 Move the MEWP for transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
6.5-1 Hoist the MEWP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
6.5-2 Drive and tie down the MEWP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
6.6 Charge the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
6.7 Use the Maintenance Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
6.7-1 Deploy the maintenance support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
6.7-2 Store the maintenance support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
6.8 Guardrail lock-pin locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
6.9 Fold the guardrails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
6.10 Fold the Rapidfold guardrail system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
6.11 Move the MEWP through a doorway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Section 7 – Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
7.1 Standard and optional equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
7.2 Owner’s Annual Inspection Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
7.3 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
7.4 Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
7.5 Maximum Platform Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
7.6 Floor Loading Pressure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Section 8 – Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
8.1 Base control console. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
8.2 Platform control console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
8.3 Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
8.4 Left side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
8.5 Platform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
8.6 Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
8.7 Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
8.8 Right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
8.9 Battery tray. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
8.10 Hydraulic tray. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

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8.11 Display panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
8.12 RapidFold guardrail labels (SJ3219 E). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Section 9 – Unique Skyjack Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

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Section 1 – About this Mobile Elevating
Work Platform (MEWP)
1.1 Read and Heed Compare the labels on the MEWP with the labels in
this manual. Immediately replace any labels that are
Skyjack is continuously improving and expanding damaged or missing.
product features on its equipment; therefore,
Only trained and authorized personnel are permitted
specifications and dimensions are subject to change
to operate a MEWP.
without notice.
The operator must be familiar with the employer’s
1.1-1 Mobile Elevating Work Platform work rules and related government regulations.
(MEWP) definition
1.1-6 Service policy and warranty
A MEWP is a mobile machine intended for moving
persons, tools, and material to working positions. It Skyjack warrants each new product to be free of
consists of a work platform with controls, an extending defective parts and workmanship for the first 2 years.
structure, and a chassis. Your local Skyjack dealer will replace or repair any
defective part, with no charge for parts or labour.
In addition, all products have a 5-year structural
1.1-2 Purpose of equipment warranty. Contact the Skyjack service department for
Skyjack DC Electric Scissor lifts are designed to move warranty statement extensions or exclusions.
personnel, tools, and materials to working positions.
1.1-7 Ownership of Machine
1.1-3 Use of equipment Keep Skyjack up to date with the current owner’s
The MEWP is a highly maneuverable mobile work contact information, including when you sell or
station. Only elevate the platform, or drive while transfer the ownership of the MEWP.
elevated on a firm, level surface.
Skyjack needs this information to tell the owner about
any updates or necessary additional activities that will
1.1-4 Operation manual keep the machine working correctly.
The operation manual is an essential part of the
MEWP. It is important to always keep a copy of this 1.1-8 Optional Accessories
manual in the weather-resistant manual storage box of
the MEWP. The manual must be in good condition. This MEWP accepts a variety of optional equipment.
Refer to Section 7.1 for a list of the optional
accessories.
1.1-5 Operator
For components or systems that are not standard,
Before the operator operates the MEWP, they must
speak to the Skyjack service department. Give the
read and completely understand this information:
model and serial number for each applicable MEWP.
1. The full contents of the operation manual,
including the operating procedures, the MEWP 1.1-9 Scope of this Manual
limitations, the responsibilities of the operator
for the operation and applicable maintenance, 1. This manual applies to the ANSI/CSA version of
warnings and safety instructions. the SJ DC Electric Scissors series.
2. The safety panel label on the platform, the labels ▪ Equipment identified with ANSI/CSA meets the
on the MEWP and the attachments. requirements of ANSI SAIA A92.20-2021 and
CSA B354.6:2017 standards.
▪ Operators are required to conform to national,
state or territorial/provincial and local health
and safety regulations applicable to the
operation of this MEWP.

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Section 1 – About this Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) Primary assemblies

1.2 Primary assemblies 2 Lift mechanism: The lift mechanism is a scissor-

type assembly. The scissor and the platform are
The MEWP has these primary assemblies: raised and lowered by single-acting hydraulic lift
1. Base cylinder with holding valves.
2. Lift mechanism 3 Platform: The platform has these parts:
3. Platform. ▪ Tubular support frame.
1 Base: The base has these parts:
▪ Slip-resistant “diamond plate” deck surface.
▪ Two trays which contain: ▪ Tubular guardrails, with mid-rails and toe
▪ Hydraulic system and components boards.
▪ Electric system and components ▪ Spring-returned gate with a latch.
▪ Four batteries ▪ Platform controls.
▪ Emergency-lowering system on the entrance ▪ Weather-resistant manual storage box
side of the MEWP. containing important information for the MEWP.
▪ Base controls. ▪ Front extension platform.
▪ Front wheels which: ▪ Optional AC power outlet.
▪ are steered by a hydraulic cylinder.
▪ are driven by two electric motors.
▪ have spring-applied, electrically-released
brakes.
▪ The rear wheels are non-driving.

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Serial number nameplate Section 1 – About this Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP)

Rear view

1.3 Serial number nameplate

The serial number nameplate 1 is located at the rear
of the MEWP. It contains this information:
▪ Model number
▪ Type
▪ Group
▪ Serial number
▪ Indoor or outdoor use
▪ Capacity and maximum number of persons
▪ Voltage
▪ Maximum drive height
▪ Maximum platform height
▪ Maximum wind speed
▪ Maximum manual force
▪ Model year
▪ MEWP weight
▪ System pressure
▪ Maximum incline
▪ QR Code

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Section 1 – About this Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) Maintenance responsibility

1.4 Maintenance responsibility

1.4-1 Operator
Before each shift starts, do all the daily inspections
and function tests. Refer to Section 4.

1.4-2 Maintenance and inspection

schedule
Refer to the service manual for the frequent, periodic,
and annual inspections.
The actual operating environment of the MEWP may
affect the maintenance schedule.

IMPORTANT
Only use original or manufacturer-approved parts
for the MEWP.
NOTE
Refer to the Skyjack website (www.skyjack.com) for
machine registration and latest service bulletins before
you do frequent, periodic or annual inspections.

1.4-3 Owner
The owner is responsible for the maintenance
inspections and repairs. Refer to the service manual
for the maintenance instructions, the recommended
intervals and inspection areas. Keep a record of
the annual inspection on the label on the scissor
assembly (refer to Section 7.2).

WARNING
Only trained, qualified, and competent personnel
who understand the mechanical procedures may
do maintenance on the MEWP. The use of a MEWP
that is not correctly maintained or in the correct
working condition could result in death or serious
injury.

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Section 2 – General Safety Precautions
2.1-1 Minimum distance from electrical
WARNING conductors
Failure to obey the instructions and precautions Minimum Distance
in this manual could result in MEWP damage, Voltage Range from Electrical
property damage, personal injury, or death. Conductors
≤ 50 KVA 3 m (10 ft)
It is mandatory that you use this MEWP correctly.
Read this manual and make sure you fully understand STOP and apply control
measures for electrical
it before you operate the MEWP. > 50 KVA, or if not known transmission and distribution
as determined by a qualified
Use personal protective equipment (PPE) to protect person.
your eyes, ears, hands, feet, and body when you do
work on or near machinery.
DANGER
Any modifications to the MEWP must have written
permission from Skyjack. Electrocution hazard. Keep all parts of the MEWP,
occupants, and tools a safe distance away from
power lines, electrical power sources, or energized
WARNING sources. If you do not obey, there is a risk of death
Do not operate the MEWP if: or serious injury.
▪ It does not operate correctly
▪ It is damaged or shows worn or missing parts
▪ The safety devices are tampered with or Keep a minimum safe distance
disabled from sources of high-voltage
power.
▪ It is locked and tagged for servicing or repair
▪ It was modified without permission from
Skyjack and the MEWP owner
If you do not obey, there is a risk of death or
serious injury.
DO NOT operate the MEWP
during lightning or storms.
2.1 Electrocution hazards
The MEWP is not electrically insulated and does
not provide protection if it is near or in contact with
energized electrical conductors. Refer to Section 2.1-1
for the minimum distance to keep between all parts
of the MEWP, occupants, or tools, and the electrical CAUTION
conductors. Consider MEWP movement and electrical
DO NOT use the MEWP as a ground for welding.
line sway in minimum distance calculations.
If you do not obey, there is a risk of minor or
If you need to work nearer than 3 m (10 ft), stop and moderate injury, or malfunction or damage to the
apply control measures for electrical transmission and MEWP.
distribution as determined by a qualified person.
Obey all the national, state/provincial/territorial and
local safety rules.

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Section 2 – General Safety Precautions Safety instructions

2.2 Safety instructions PREVENT falls from the

platform. Always keep a firm
WARNING footing on the platform floor
when working on it. Do not
DO NOT operate this MEWP without the correct climb on the toe-board, mid-rail,
training and authorization. If you do not obey, there or top-rail. Do not use planks,
is a risk of death or serious injury. ladders, or any other devices
on the platform to get more
height or reach.
WARNING
DO NOT operate this MEWP in closed areas DO NOT raise the platform or
without sufficient airflow for exhaust gas and operate elevated in windy or
fumes. If you do not obey, there is a risk of death gusty conditions that exceed
or serious injury. the limits specified in
Section 7.5.
WARNING
Failure to heed the following safety precautions DO NOT increase the surface
could result in tip-over, falling, crushing, or other area of the platform or carry
hazards leading to death or serious injury. large surface area items when
exposed to wind. Increasing
the area exposed to the wind
KNOW all national, state/provincial or territorial, and decreases the MEWP stability.
local rules which apply to your MEWP and worksite.
MAKE SURE all the safety and instructional labels DO NOT elevate or drive
are correctly attached on the MEWP in the correct elevated on a slope. Elevated
location. Clean or replace the labels that you cannot driving must be done on a firm,
read. level surface.
PREVENT unauthorized use. Disconnect and lock out
the main power disconnect switch on the right side of
the MEWP when leaving the MEWP unattended.
DO NOT drive elevated on a
DO NOT wear jewelry or loose soft or uneven surface.
clothing that could become
caught or entangled.
DO NOT raise the platform if it
is not on a firm, level surface.

MAKE SURE the ground condition assessment

DO NOT allow the considers subsurface voids such as cellars,
entanglement of ropes, cables basements, culverts, and pipes.
or hoses with the MEWP,
adjacent structures or objects.

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Safety instructions Section 2 – General Safety Precautions

DO NOT drive elevated near DO NOT climb on the scissor

depressions or holes of any arm assembly.
type, loading docks, debris,
drop-offs or surfaces that may
affect the stability of the MEWP.
IF OPERATION IN AREAS
WITH HOLES OR DROP-OFFS
IS ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY,
elevated driving is not
allowed. Position the MEWP
horizontally only with the
platform fully lowered. After you
make sure that all four wheels
have contact with a firm, level
surface, you can raise the
platform. After elevation, the DO NOT collide with or
drive function must not be crush the MEWP against any
activated. obstructions, personnel, or
DO NOT ascend or descend grades greater other possible hazards when
than the maximum inclines listed in Section 7.3. elevating, lowering, or driving.
Ascending or descending slopes must only be Keep all body parts inside the
done when fully lowered. platform when elevating or
driving. Be aware of blind spots
DO NOT operate a MEWP that when operating the MEWP.
has ladders, scaffolding, or
other devices on it to increase
the platform size or work height.

DO NOT exceed the maximum

side force shown on the
capacity label when the platform
is elevated. Refer to Section 7.5.
DO NOT elevate the platform
when the MEWP is on a truck,
forklift, or other device or
vehicle.
DO NOT use the MEWP as a
crane.

DO NOT use the MEWP

when the wheels or tires are
damaged. Make sure the wheel
nuts and cotter pins are in
DO NOT sit, stand, or climb on place. Refer to Section 4.2-5.
the guardrails.

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Section 2 – General Safety Precautions Safety instructions

DO NOT operate on slippery surfaces without

DO NOT alter or disable sufficient traction to stop, drive, or steer the MEWP.
limit switches or other safety
devices.
STUNT driving and horseplay are prohibited.

DO NOT position the MEWP against another

object to steady the platform.
DO NOT use the MEWP without
guardrails, lock pins, and the DO NOT place materials on the guardrails
entry gate(s) in place. or materials that exceed the confines of the
guardrails unless approved by Skyjack.

Remove all personnel from the platform before

you try to free a snagged platform with the base
DO NOT use the MEWP while controls.
under the influence of alcohol
or drugs, or if the operator’s
performance is impaired by a
medical condition, the influence
of prescription or over-the-
counter drugs, or fatigue.

DO NOT exceed the rated

capacity of the MEWP.

DO NOT distribute the load

unevenly.

DO NOT use the MEWP if it

does not function correctly or if
any parts are damaged or worn.

DO NOT leave the MEWP

unattended with the key in the
key switch.

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Fall protection Section 2 – General Safety Precautions

2.3 Fall protection 2.4 Worksite inspection

The guardrail system is the primary fall protection Make sure the operating environment, ambient
system of the MEWP platform. temperature, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC),
If personal fall-protection equipment (PFPE) is and hazardous location rating (locations with
potentially flammable gases, explosive gases or
required by an employer or the authority having
jurisdiction, Skyjack recommends the use of a particles) are appropriate for the MEWP specifications.
full body harness with a lanyard. The PFPE must Refer to Section 7.3.
be attached only to the approved fall-protection Be sure to follow all national, state/provincial/territorial,
anchorage points in the platform. and local rules that relate to operating the MEWP.
All PFPE must be compliant with the applicable Perform a full worksite inspection before operating the
government rules and must be inspected as per the MEWP. Identify potential hazards in the area.
manufacturer’s recommendation.
Be aware of moving equipment in the area. Take the
Use the three points of contact principle when you necessary precautions to prevent collisions.
enter or exit the platform. This is when two hands It is the responsibility of the operator to do a worksite
and one foot or one hand and two feet are in contact inspection and avoid or address the following
with the MEWP or the ground at all times. Face hazards:
the MEWP when entering or exiting the platform.
▪ Holes or drop-offs
WARNING ▪ Slopes
Fall hazard. ▪ Ditches or soft fills
▪ Only enter and exit the MEWP using the three ▪ Floor obstructions, bumps, or debris
points of contact principle. ▪ Overhead obstructions
▪ Only use the equipped access openings. ▪ Electrical conductors
▪ Only enter and exit the MEWP from the ▪ Hazardous locations
ground, when the platform is fully lowered. Inadequate surface support to withstand all load
▪
▪ Face the MEWP when entering or exiting the forces imposed by the MEWP. Refer to
platform. Section 7.6.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in ▪ Wind and weather conditions
death or serious injury. Presence of personnel
▪
▪ Other mobile equipment
▪ Traffic hazards
▪ Equipment that could move and collide with the
MEWP, such as overhead cranes
▪ Other possible unsafe conditions.

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 Notes

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 FAMILIARIZATION
Section 3 – Familiarization

WARNING
Do not operate this MEWP without correct training
and authorization. If you do not obey, there is a
risk of death or serious injury.

WARNING
MEWP familiarization must be given to a qualified
operator. If you do not obey, there is a risk of death
or serious injury.

WARNING
It is the responsibility of the operator to fully
understand and follow all instructions and
warnings contained in this operation manual and
on the MEWP. If you do not obey, there is a risk of
death or serious injury.

Read and fully understand the operation manual,

all the warnings, and the instruction labels (refer to
Section 8) on the MEWP.

Do these tasks before the operation:

1. Worksite inspection. Refer to Section 2.4.
2. Daily visual and maintenance inspections. Refer
to Section 4.2.
3. Function tests. Refer to Section 4.3.

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 Section 3 – Familiarization Overview of the MEWP

3.1 Overview of the MEWP

FAMILIARIZATION

Platform control console

Manual storage box

Folding-guardrail
system

Platform

Fall-protection
anchorage AC socket

Extension platform

Maintenance support Lift mechanism

Base

Battery tray

Pothole protection device

Hydraulic tray

Display panel

Brake-release button

Base Emergency-lowering Main power

control switch Battery charger disconnect
console switch

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Manual storage box Section 3 – Familiarization

FAMILIARIZATION
3.2 Manual storage box 3.3-2 Base control console
Refer to Section 3.1 for the location of the base control
The manual storage box is weather-resistant. It
console.
contains the operation manual and other important
documents. You must keep these documents in this
box. Refer to Section 3.1 for the location of the manual
storage box.

2 3

2 Lower/off/raise: This switch controls the

platform raise or lower function.
3 Off/platform/base key: With this three-way
switch, you can:
▪ Turn off the power to the MEWP controls.
▪ Energize the platform controls.
3.3 Control functions ▪ Energize the base controls.
4 Emergency-stop: This button disconnects power
3.3-1 Main power disconnect switch to the control circuit. Pull it to connect the power
Refer to Section 3.1 for the location of the main power again.
disconnect switch.

1 Main power disconnect: This switch

disconnects power to all control circuits when
in the off position. The switch must be in the on
position to operate the MEWP. The switch must
be in the off position when you transport the
MEWP or put it in storage.

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 Section 3 – Familiarization Control functions

3.3-3 Platform control console

FAMILIARIZATION

7 Lift/off/drive switch: This switch has three

Use this control console to operate the MEWP from modes.
the platform or the ground. To operate the MEWP from ▪ The off position disconnects the power to both
a position on the ground, refer to Section 6.4. the lift and drive circuits.
Refer to Section 3.1 for the location of the platform ▪ The lift position energizes the lift circuit.
control console. ▪ The drive position energizes the drive circuit.
8 Lift or drive function indicator light: The green
light turns on to indicate the lift or drive function
3 is enabled. If the function-enable switch is
not used within 10 seconds to engage the lift
or drive functions, the power to both circuits
1
disconnects.
9 Charge status indicator: This indicator shows
9 the battery charge state.
2
▪ The amber light on the indicator momentarily
turns on when power connects to all control
circuits.
6 4 ▪ The amber light flashes when the MEWP has a
low battery level and needs to be charged.

8
7

1 Lift/drive/steer function-enable switch: This

trigger switch energizes the controller handle.
Squeeze and hold the switch continuously to
engage the lift, drive, and steer functions.
2 Lift/drive controller: This one-hand lever
controls the lift and drive movements. Release
the controller to return it to its neutral position.
3 Steering rocker switch: This switch controls
the left and right steering. Release the switch to
return it to the neutral position.
4 Emergency-stop/operation light/overload
light: This button disconnects the power to the
control circuit.
▪ When the light is on continuously, the platform
controls are available.
▪ When the light flashes, there is an overload.
Refer to Section 3.4-7.
5 Horn: This push-button makes a sound like a car
horn.
6 High speed/low speed drive switch: This
switch selects the low speed, or high speed.

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Features and Devices Section 3 – Familiarization

FAMILIARIZATION
3.4 Features and Devices
3.4-1 Lowered travel position and
elevated travel position
The available MEWP functions depend on these
factors:
▪ MEWP configuration (lowered travel position or
elevated travel position)
▪ Chassis angle
▪ Platform load
The MEWP is in the lowered travel position when the
platform is below height “A”.
The MEWP is in the elevated travel position when the A
platform is at or above height “A”.

Maximum drive
Model A - Height
height

SJ3215 E < 1.37 m (4.5 ft) Full height

SJ3219 E < 1.68 m (5.5 ft) Full height

Lowered and elevated travel position

3.4-2 Drive speed

When the MEWP is in the elevated travel position, the
speed is slower than when it is in the lowered travel
position. Refer to Section 7.3.

3.4-3 Tilt switch

This device senses when the MEWP has passed a
predetermined angle in the longitudinal (front-to-back)
or lateral (side-to-side) direction (refer to Section 7.5).
When the MEWP is in the elevated travel position,
the tilt switch disables the drive and lift functions.
An alarm makes a sound, and an amber light (if
equipped)flashes on the bracket on the lower scissor
arm and on the base. If the alarm makes a sound,
fully lower the platform. Level the MEWP before you
raise the platform.

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3.4-4 Brake release system 3.4-6 Fall-protection anchorage

FAMILIARIZATION

This system lets you disengage the brakes manually

before you push, winch, or tow the MEWP. Refer to
Section 6.2 for the procedure.
3

3 Fall-protection anchorage: When required, use

this as a point to attach personal fall protection
equipment (PFPE). Do not attach the PFPE to
1 Brake release button 1
any other points on the platform. Do not use
this anchorage to lift, anchor, attach, or hold the
3.4-5 Emergency-lowering system platform or other apparatuses or material.
If there is a failure of the primary power, you can lower
the platform with the emergency-lowering system. WARNING
Refer to Section 6.1 for the emergency-lowering
procedure. Only use the fall-protection anchorage in the limits
of the platform. Do not use the fall-protection
anchorage for any purpose other than its intended
function. Refer to Section 2.3. If you use it
incorrectly, death, serious injury, and/or MEWP
damage can occur.

2 Emergency-lowering switch
2

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3.4-7 Platform load-sensing system 3.4-8 Pothole protection device

FAMILIARIZATION
The platform load-sensing system prevents normal
MEWP movement when the platform is overloaded
and in a stationary position. Refer to Section 7.5 for
the platform capacities.

Load status Result

The lights on the
The load on the 1
emergency-stop buttons
platform is more on the platform and base
than the rated load.
1 Pothole protection: This device consists of a
control consoles flash
All normal MEWP pair of mechanically actuated guard bars located
continuously.
movement functions under the base. These guards automatically
are unavailable The alarm sounds deploy to reduce the ground clearance when
except lowering. continuously with an elevating the MEWP. If the pothole-protection
increased frequency. device has not fully deployed when the MEWP is
in the elevated travel position, the drive function
Remove the overload from the platform to continue
will be disabled.
the usual operation.

WARNING
WARNING
Crush hazard. Personnel on the ground must stay
Fall hazard. Do not try to use the base controls
away from the pothole protection device. If you do
to free a snagged platform until you remove all
not obey, there is a risk of death or serious injury.
personnel from the platform. If you do not obey,
there is a risk of death or serious injury.
3.4-9 Maintenance support
Use the maintenance support 2 when you do an
inspection of the lift mechanism or do maintenance.
Refer to Section 6.7 for the procedure on how to use
the maintenance support.

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 Section 3 – Familiarization General components

3.5 General components 3.5-2 Folding-guardrail system

FAMILIARIZATION

The folding-guardrail system (if equipped) lets you

3.5-1 Battery charger fold the guardrails on the platform to decrease the
height of a fully retracted MEWP. Refer to Section 6.9
The charger is located at the rear of the base. Refer to for the procedure on how to fold the guardrails. Refer
Section 6.6 for the battery charger operation. to Section 6.10 for the rapidfold guardrail procedure.

3.5-3 Extension platform

The extension platform extends or retracts when you
push or pull the extension handrails. Refer to Section
5.9 for the procedure.

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3.5-4 Motion alarm 3.6 Optional equipment

FAMILIARIZATION
The alarm makes a beeping sound when a control
function operates. On some MEWPs an amber
flashing light goes with this alarm.
CAUTION
Skyjack-approved modifications and attachments
3.5-5 Display panel can change the MEWP specifications. Refer to the
applicable instructions and labels.
This display panel, located outside the hydraulic
tray, shows operation and parameter information.
Examples are the hours of operation, tilt angle, and IMPORTANT
error codes. It is also used to troubleshoot the MEWP. Refer to the labels of the optional equipment for
the actual weight. Include this weight to calculate
the total load on the platform. Include personnel
and other materials in the total load.
The weight of the attached parts, panels,
occupants, and tools put together must not be
more than the rated platform capacity.

3.6-1 Flashing Lights

The flashing lights are attached to the base or scissor
and flash when a drive or lift function is enabled or
when the MEWP is overloaded.

3.6-2 AC power outlet on the platform

The AC power outlet is a source of AC power on the
platform when the plug at the base is connected to an
1 Display panel inverter or an external power supply.
2 Circuit breaker: If a power overload or positive
circuit grounding occurs, the circuit breaker
opens. Push the circuit breaker to reset the
circuit.

WARNING
Do not use AC power on the platform when in
hazardous areas.

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3.6-3 Secondary Guarding Lift Enable 3.6-4 White Noise Alarm

FAMILIARIZATION

(SGLE) push-button The white noise alarm (if equipped) makes a

whooshing sound when a MEWP is operated. On some
MEWPs an amber flashing light goes with this alarm.

1 SGLE: This push-button energizes the lift function.

Hold the button down together with the function-
enable switch to enable the lift function from the
platform.

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3.6-5 Elevate™ telematics access control

FAMILIARIZATION
1 Orange indicator: This light shows that the
unit access control unit is on. The keypad always
has power regardless of the emergency-stop,
Access control is an added function of the Elevate™ off/platform/base key switch, or main power
telematics. The owner can control access to MEWP disconnect position.
operation with this function. An ElevateTM telematics
device and an access control unit keypad are
2 Green/red indicator: A green light shows that
necessary for this function. the access control unit is in operation. A red light
that flashes shows that the keypad received a
The access control function does not have an effect cancel input.
on: emergency-lowering, load sensing, the horn, and
when you lower the platform. These functions are
3 Checkmark button: Press this button after you
always available. The access control unit does not enter a PIN code.
allow the MEWP to operate without an approved code 4 Cancel button: If you push an incorrect button
or card. when you enter the PIN code, push the cancel
The MEWP owner supplies PIN codes or Smart ID button to start again.
cards to the operator to unlock and start the MEWP. Operation
The owner also sets the timeout limits for the
To operate a MEWP with an Elevate™ telematics
Elevate™ telematics access control unit. access control unit:
IMPORTANT 1. Make sure the orange light on the keypad is on.
Skyjack does not supply or reset PIN codes 2. Turn these power connections on, if they are not
or Smart ID cards or set timeout limits. If there already on:
are problems with the access control unit or its ▪ The main power disconnect switch
operation, speak to the MEWP owner.
▪ The emergency-stop button on the base
With the Trackunit Manager, the MEWP owner can control console
customize the access control to the MEWP ▪ The off/platform/base key switch.
(https://www.trackunit.com/services/manager/). 3. Enter the keypad PIN code or tap the Smart ID
The touch-sensitive keypad beeps to identify an input. card provided by the MEWP owner. Use one or
Press the buttons to enter the pincode. the other, not both.
NOT USED
IMPORTANT
If the set time of the access control unit expires,
1 enter the PIN code or tap the card again.
2
▪ Enter the PIN code on the keypad and press
the checkmark button.
Result: The orange light changes to green
to indicate an approved ID.
OR
▪ Hold the Smart ID card in front of the keypad.
Result: A beep identifies that the reader
4 3 read the card. The green light identifies an
approved ID.
4. Operate the MEWP.

Keypad of the access control unit

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Function Tests 3.6-6 ECOTray Leak Containment System

FAMILIARIZATION

Do the function tests as specified in Section 4.3. The ECOTray system prevents potential hydraulic leaks
from dripping onto floors and internal components.
When you do the function tests, make sure that the
green light on the keypad is ON. This light confirms that
the access control unit is in operation. Do the function
tests for these power connections in the set time:
▪ The main power disconnect switch
▪ The emergency-stop button on the base control
console
▪ The off/platform/base key switch.

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4.1 Operator’s Responsibility
Do these tasks before each work shift in this
sequence:
1. Visual and daily maintenance inspections
(refer to Section 4.2).

WARNING
Do an inspection on the MEWP for damage or
loose or missing parts. If damage is found, lock
and tag the MEWP and remove it from service. If
you do not obey, there is a risk of death or serious
injury.

2. Function tests (refer to Section 4.3).

Refer to Section 4.4 for a checklist of the inspection

items.

WARNING
If the MEWP is damaged, or has been modified
from the initial factory-delivered condition without
permission from Skyjack, lock and tag the MEWP.
Remove the MEWP for servicing. If you do not
obey, there is a risk of death or serious injury.

Repairs to the MEWP are tasks only for a qualified

service technician.
Do the visual and daily maintenance inspections and
function tests again after the repairs.
Scheduled maintenance inspections are tasks only for
a qualified service technician.

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4.2 Visual and daily 4.2-1 Labels

Refer to Section 8 in this manual for the labels. Make
maintenance inspections sure all the labels are in the correct location, are in
Do an inspection of the MEWP in this sequence: good condition, and you can read them.

4.2-2 Pothole protection limit switches

CAUTION
Make sure the pothole protection limit switches 1

Make sure the MEWP is on a firm, level surface are correctly attached, there is no visible damage,
before you do the visual and daily maintenance and the movement is not blocked.
inspections. If you do not obey, there is a risk of
machine damage. 4.2-3 Electrical
WARNING Do a check on these areas for chafed, corroded, and
loose wires:
Turn the main power disconnect switch to the
▪ Base to platform cables and wiring harness
off position before you do the visual and daily
maintenance inspections. If you do not obey, there ▪ Battery tray wiring harnesses
is a risk of death or serious injury. ▪ Hydraulic and electrical wiring harnesses.

4.2-4 Hydraulic
WARNING Do a check on these areas and make sure there are
Do not operate a MEWP that does not function no signs of leakage:
correctly. Lock and tag the MEWP, and remove it ▪ Hydraulic tank, filter, fittings, hoses
for servicing. Only a qualified service technician
▪ All hydraulic cylinders
must repair the MEWP. If you do not obey, there is
a risk of death or serious injury. ▪ All hydraulic manifolds
▪ The ground area below the MEWP.

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2 1

4.2-5 Wheel/tire assembly

Do the inspection that follows:
1 Wheel/tire assembly
▪ Do a check on all the tire treads and sidewalls
for cuts, cracks, and unusual wear.
▪ Do a check on each wheel for damage, and
cracked welds.
▪ Make sure the wheels are correctly aligned
vertically and horizontally.
▪ Make sure there is no visible damage.

WARNING
Do not use tires other than the tires that Skyjack
specifies for this MEWP. Do not mix different types
of tires or use tires that are not in good condition.
Only replace the tires with the same types that are
approved by Skyjack. The use of other tires can
make the MEWP less stable. If you do not obey,
there is a risk of death or serious injury.

2 Wheel nuts
▪ Make sure the castle nut is in position and is
tight.
▪ Make sure the cotter pin is correctly installed.

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2 1

5 4 6

4.2-6 Rear
Do the inspection that follows:
7 AC power socket (optional)
1 Main power disconnect switch ▪ Make sure the socket is free of dirt or
blockages.
▪ Turn the main power disconnect switch to the
off position.
▪ Make sure the switch rotates and stays in the
on and off positions.
▪ Make sure the cables are not loose.
2 Base controls
▪ Make sure there is no visible damage and all
the switches are in their off/neutral positions.
3 Ladder
▪ Make sure there are no loose or missing parts.
▪ Make sure there is no visible damage.
4 Battery charger
▪ Make sure the battery charger is correctly
installed and in good condition.
▪ Make sure there is no visible damage.
5 Brake release switch
▪ Make sure there are no loose or missing
fasteners.
▪ Make sure there is no visible damage.
6 Emergency-lowering switch
▪ Make sure there are no loose or missing
fasteners.
▪ Make sure there is no visible damage.

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1
2

4.2-7 Battery tray 3. If applicable, do a check on the battery fluid

Do the inspection that follows: levels. If the plates do not have a minimum
13 mm (1/2 inch) of solution above them, add
1 Pothole protection device distilled or demineralized water.
▪ Make sure there are no loose or missing parts.
▪ Make sure there is no visible damage. WARNING
▪ Make sure there is no dirt and blockages. Only use original or manufacturer-approved parts
2 Battery tray and components for the MEWP. If you do not obey,
there is a risk of death, serious injury, or machine
▪ Make sure the battery tray latches correctly damage.
and is in good condition.
3 Batteries

WARNING
Explosion hazard. Keep flames and sparks away.
Do not smoke near the batteries. Batteries release
explosive gas while you charge them. Charge the
batteries in a well-ventilated area. If you do not
obey, there is a risk of death or serious injury.

WARNING
Corrosion hazard. Do not touch battery acid. Wear
the correct PPE. If the battery acid touches you,
immediately flush the area with cold water and get
medical aid.

1. Do an inspection of the battery case for

damage.
2. Make sure all the battery connections are
tight.

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4
4 4

2
1
2
3
5

4.2-8 Front 5 EcoTray (optional equipment)

Do the inspection that follows: ▪ Make sure there is no visible damage.
NOTE ▪ Make sure there are no loose or missing
If necessary, open the battery and hydraulic trays to do fasteners.
an inspection of the steer components. ▪ Make sure the absorbent pads are dry. If the
absorbent pads contain hydraulic fluid, lock
1 Steer cylinder assembly and tag the MEWP and remove it for servicing.

▪ Make sure that the steer cylinder assembly is

correctly installed.
▪ Make sure there are no loose or missing
fasteners.
▪ Make sure there is no visible damage.
2 Steer linkages
▪ Make sure there are no loose or missing
fasteners and lock pins.
▪ Make sure the steer linkages and bushings are
correctly attached.
▪ Make sure there is no visible damage.
3 Wheel/motor assembly
▪ Make sure there are no loose or missing
fasteners.
▪ Make sure there is no visible damage.
4 Grease points
▪ Make sure there is no visible damage.
▪ Make sure there is no dirt or blockages.

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1 5 3

4.2-9 Hydraulic and electric tray 5 Main manifold

Do the inspection that follows: ▪ Make sure all fittings and hoses are correctly
1 Pothole protection device tightened.

▪ Make sure there are no loose or missing parts. ▪ Make sure there is no indication of hydraulic
leakage.
▪ Make sure there is no visible damage.
▪ Make sure there is no dirt and blockages. ▪ Make sure there are no loose wires or missing
fasteners.
2 Hydraulic and electric tray 6 Display panel
▪ Make sure the hydraulic and electric tray ▪ Make sure the panel is correctly attached, and
latches correctly and is in good condition. there is no visible damage.
3 Hydraulic tank
▪ Make sure the hydraulic filler cap closes
tightly.
▪ Make sure there is no visible damage or
hydraulic leaks.
▪ Hydraulic oil level:
1. Fully lower the platform.
2. Do a check on the gauge on the right side
of the hydraulic oil tank. The hydraulic
oil level must be between minimum and
maximum marks.
4 Hydraulic pump and motor
▪ Make sure there are no loose or missing
fasteners.
▪ Make sure there is no visible damage.

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2

4.2-10 Platform assembly 4 Manual storage box

Do the inspection that follows in sequence: ▪ Make sure the operation manual and other
important documents are in the manual
WARNING storage box.
Fall hazard. Use the three points of contact ▪ Make sure the documents are in good
principle when you use the MEWP ladder to enter condition and you can read them.
or exit the platform. If you do not obey, there is a ▪ Always put the manuals and other documents
risk of death or serious injury. back in the storage box after use.
2. Open the gate and use the MEWP ladder to exit
1. Enter the platform and close the gate. the platform.
5 AC power socket (optional)
1 Platform
▪ Make sure there are no loose or missing parts ▪ Make sure the socket is free of dirt or
and there is no visible damage. blockages.
▪ Make sure the lock pins and fasteners are
correctly locked.
▪ Make sure the platform railings are in the
correct position and are locked with lock pins.
Refer to Section 6.8.
▪ Make sure the gate is in good condition and
operates correctly.
2 Fall-protection anchorages
▪ Make sure the fall-protection anchorages are
correctly installed.
▪ Make sure there is no visible damage.
3 Platform control console
▪ Make sure the control console is locked with
the lock pin.
▪ Make sure the platform control cable is
correctly locked and there is no visible
damage.

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Example model SJ3219 E

1
6

7
5

4.2-11 Lift mechanism 4 Scissor bumpers

Do the inspection that follows in sequence: ▪ Make sure the bumpers are correctly attached
and have no visible damage.
1 Sliders 5 Rollers
▪ Make sure the sliders on the left and right ▪ Make sure the rollers on the left and right sides
sides of the scissor stack are correctly of the scissors stack are correctly installed.
attached.
▪ Make sure there is no visible damage.
▪ Make sure there is no visible damage.
▪ Make sure there is no dirt or blockages in the ▪ Make sure there is no dirt or blockages in the
rollers’ travel path.
slider paths.
6 Lift cylinder
1. Raise the platform (refer to Section 5.2) and
deploy the maintenance support(s) (refer to ▪ Make sure the lift cylinder is correctly installed.
Section 6.7-1). ▪ Make sure there are no loose or missing
fasteners.
2 Maintenance support
▪ Make sure the maintenance support is ▪ Make sure there is no indication of leaks or
damage.
correctly attached and show no visible
damage.
7 Rotary sensor
3 Scissor assembly ▪ Make sure the rotary sensor is correctly
attached.
▪ Make sure the scissor assembly shows no 2. Retract the maintenance support into its storage
signs of visible damage, deformation, or
cracks in the weldments. bracket. Refer to Section 6.7-2.
Make sure all the pins and fasteners are 3. Fully lower the platform.
▪
correctly installed, including the connections
to the base and platform.
▪ Make sure the cables and wires have the
correct routing, and show no signs of wear or
visible damage.

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Section 4 – Inspections Before Operation Function Tests

4.3 Function Tests

WARNING
Do not operate this MEWP without correct training and authorization. If you do not obey, there is a risk of
death or serious injury.

WARNING
Do not operate a MEWP that does not function correctly. Lock and tag the MEWP, and remove it for
servicing. Only a qualified service technician must repair the MEWP. If you do not obey, there is a risk of
death or serious injury.

WARNING
Fall hazard. Use the three points of contact principle when you use the MEWP ladder to enter or exit the
platform. If you do not obey, there is a risk of death or serious injury.

WARNING
Look for overhead obstructions or other possible hazards around the MEWP when you raise the platform.
Do not lower the platform unless the area below is clear of personnel and obstructions. If you do not obey,
there is a risk of death or serious injury.

Be sure you read Section 5 before you do the function tests.

Refer to Section 4.3-1 for diagrams of the MEWP controls.
Unless specifically noted otherwise, make sure the following conditions are true before you do the function tests:
1. Park the MEWP on a firm, level surface.
2. Retract and lower the MEWP to the stowed position.
3. Turn the main power disconnect switch on.
4. Pull out the emergency stop button on the base control console.
5. Make sure there is sufficient space to do the raise, lower, and drive functions as required.

If a function operates correctly, proceed with the next test. If a function fails or an error code appears on the
display panel, lock and tag the MEWP and remove it for servicing.

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4.3-1 MEWP controls

SGLE switch on the

Platform Control Console
platform control console

Display panel

Base control console

Main power disconnect switch

Brake release switch Emergency-lowering switch

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Functions Actions
Do these function tests from the base control console.
1. Turn the main power disconnect switch to the off position.
Main power disconnect 2. Pull the emergency-stop button.
switch (Refer to Section 5.1) 3. Use the base controls to raise or lower the platform.
▪ Result: The platform does not raise or lower.
1. Turn the main power disconnect switch to the on position.
Base emergency-stop 2. Push the emergency-stop button.
button (Refer to Section 5.1) 3. Use the base controls to raise or lower the platform.
▪ Result: The platform does not raise or lower.
1. Pull the emergency-stop button.
Raise and lower 1. Turn and hold the off/platform/base key switch to the base position.
(Refer to Section 5.2) 2. Turn and hold the lower/neutral/raise switch to the raise or lower position.
▪ Result: The platform rises or lowers.
1. Raise the platform.
Emergency lowering 2. Use the emergency-lowering switch to lower the platform.
(Refer to Section 6.1)
▪ Result: The platform lowers.
1. Use base controls to raise the platform or drive the MEWP.
Flashing light (Optional ▪ Result: The light flashes.
equipment) 2. Stop all the MEWP motion.
▪ Result: The light does not flash.
Do these function tests from the platform control console
Platform emergency- 1. Push the emergency-stop button.
stop button 2. Use the platform controls to try to drive the MEWP.
(Refer to Section 5.3) ▪ Result: The MEWP does not drive.
1. Pull the emergency-stop button.
2. Do not use the function-enable switch, and try to drive the MEWP by moving
Function-enable switch the controller handle forward.
▪ Result: The MEWP does not drive.
3. Release the controller.
1. Squeeze and hold the function-enable switch.
2. Press the steering rocker switch on the top of controller handle to steer left
Steer (Refer to Section 5.7)
and right.
▪ Result: The steer wheels turn left and right.
1. Squeeze and hold the function-enable switch.
2. Slowly push the controller handle until the MEWP starts to move.
3. Release the controller handle so that it goes back to the center position.
Drive (Refer to Section 5.6) ▪ Result: The MEWP moves forward and then stops.
4. Slowly push the controller handle until the MEWP starts to move. Then,
release the handle, so that it goes back to the center position.
▪ Result: The MEWP moves rearward and then stops.
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Functions Actions
1. Release the controller handle and do not use the function-enable switch.
▪ Result: The green light on lift/off/drive switch turns off after 10 seconds.
Anti-tiedown 2. Squeeze and hold the function-enable switch for at least 7 seconds then
slowly push the controller handle to drive the MEWP forward.
▪ Result: The MEWP does not drive forward.
IMPORTANT
The brakes engage instantly when you release the function-enable switch. This
causes the MEWP to stop immediately.
1. Drive the MEWP forward and rearward. Release the controller handle.
▪ Result: The MEWP stops. Do not operate the MEWP if it pulls to one
Brakes side while it stops. A service technician must do a check on the brake
adjustments.
2. Drive the MEWP forward and rearward. Release the function-enable switch
only.
▪ Result: The MEWP stops. Do not operate the MEWP if it it pulls to one
side while it stops. A service technician must do a check on the brake
adjustments.
1. Move the lift/off/drive switch to the lift position.
2. Squeeze and hold the function-enable switch.
Raise and lower
3. Push the controller handle to raise or pull the controller handle to lower
(Refer to Section 5.4)
the platform.
▪ Result: The platform rises or lowers.
1. Push the horn button.
Horn
▪ Result: The horn makes a sound.

WARNING
Crush hazard. Make sure all personnel on the ground stay away from the
pothole protection device. If you do not obey, there is a risk of death or serious
injury.

1. Push the emergency-stop button.

2. Exit the platform.
3. Put a block approximately 3.75 cm (1.5 in) below the hydraulic and electric
tray of the MEWP.
Pothole protection 4. Enter the platform and close the gate.
5. Pull the emergency-stop button.
6. Raise the platform until it is at a height of approximately 2.2 m (7 ft) for
SJ3215 E and 2.76 (9 ft) for SJ3219 E respectively.
7. Drive the MEWP forward or rearward.
▪ Result: The drive function does not operate.
8. Fully lower the platform.
9. Do steps 1 to 8 again, with the block put below the battery tray of the MEWP.
▪ Result: The drive function does not operate.

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Functions Actions
10. Push the emergency-stop button.
Pothole protection 11. Use the MEWP ladder to exit the platform.
(continued)
12. Remove the block.
1. Pull the emergency-stop button.
2. Raise the platform until it is at a height of approximately 1.8 m (6 ft).
Elevated travel speed 3. Drive the MEWP forward and rearward.
▪ Result: The MEWP drives slower than when it was in the lowered travel
position.
1. Do not push the SGLE button.
2. Raise the platform.
SGLE (Optional ▪ Result: The platform does not raise.
equipment) 3. Push the SGLE button. Squeeze the function-enable switch.
(Refer to Section 5.5) 4. Raise the platform.
▪ Result: The platform rises.
5. Pull the controller handle to fully lower the platform.

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4.4 Operator’s Checklist (page 1 of 2)

SJ3215 E, SJ3219 E
Daily Operator’s Checklist

Serial Number:
Model: Operator’s Name
(Printed):
Hourmeter Reading:
Date:
Operator’s Signature:
Time:
P PASS
Use the applicable section of the operation manual to in-
N/A NOT APPLICABLE
spect each item. Check or complete the applicable box for
each item as you inspect it. Add a comment if the item does not pass inspection.

P N/A Comments

Visual and Daily Maintenance Inspections

Labels - Do an inspection for damaged, or missing labels
Pothole protection limit switches - Do an inspection for loose, damaged, or
missing components
Electrical - Do an inspection for loose, damaged, or missing components
Hydraulic - Do an inspection for loose, damaged, or missing components
Wheel/tire assembly - Do an inspection for loose, damaged, or missing
components
Wheel/tire assembly
Wheel nuts
Rear - Do an inspection for loose, damaged, or missing
components
Main power disconnect switch
Base control
Ladder
Battery charger
Brake release switch
Emergency lowering switch
AC power plug (optional equipment)
Battery tray side - Do an inspection for leaks and loose, damaged, or miss-
ing components
Pothole protection device
Battery tray
Batteries
Front - Do an inspection for leaks and loose, damaged, or missing compo-
nents
Steer cylinder assembly
Steer linkages
Wheel/motor assembly
Greasing points
EcoTray (optional equipment)
Hydraulic and electric tray side - Do an inspection for leaks and loose,
damaged, or missing components
Pothole protection device
Hydraulic and electric tray
Hydraulic tank
Hydraulic pump and motor
Main manifold
Display panel
Platform assembly - Do an inspection for loose, damaged, or missing

NOTE: Make a copy of this page or go to www.skyjack.com for a printable copy.

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4.4 Operator’s Checklist (page 2 of 2)

P N/A Comments

Visual and Daily Maintenance Inspections

Platform assembly - Do an inspection for loose, damaged, or missing
components
Platform and platform railings
Fall-protection anchorages
Platform control console
Manual storage box
AC power outlet (optional equipment)
Lift mechanism - Do an inspection for loose, damaged, or missing compo-
nents
Sliders
Maintenance support
Scissor assembly
Scissor bumpers
Rollers
Lift cylinder(s)
Rotary sensor
Optional equipment and attachments - Do an inspection for leaks and
loose, damaged, or missing components
Function Tests
Do these function tests from the base control console.
Do a test of the main power disconnect switch
Do a test of the emergency-stop button on the base
Do a test of the platform raise and lower functions
Do a test of the emergency-lowering function
Do a test of flashing light (Optional equipment)
Do these function tests from the platform control console.
Do a test of the emergency-stop button on the platform
Do a test of the function-enable switch
Do a test of the steer function
Do a test of the drive function
Do a test of the anti-tiedown function
Do a test of the brakes
Do a test of the platform raise and lower functions
Do a test of the horn
Do a test of the pothole protection device
Do a test of the elevated travel speed
Do a test of the SGLE switch (optional equipment)

2211AA

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5.1 Energize the base control
WARNING
Do not operate this MEWP without authorization
console
and training. If you do not obey, there is a risk of 1. Turn the main power disconnect switch to the
death or serious injury. on position.
2. Pull the emergency-stop button on the base
Do these tasks in sequence before MEWP operation: control console.
1. Worksite inspection. Refer to Section 2.4.
2. Visual and daily maintenance inspections. Refer WARNING
to Section 4.2. If you do not hear a beep and the light does not
3. Function tests. Refer to Section 4.3. come on, lock and tag the MEWP. Remove the
4. If a risk assessment finds that a rescue plan MEWP for servicing. If you do not obey, there is a
is necessary, make sure you have a system of risk of death or serious injury.
communication. The communication must be
3. Turn and hold the off/platform/base key switch
between the personnel on the platform and
to the base position.
the selected support personnel. The selected
support personnel must know how to use the
base controls to lower the platform. 5.2 Raise or lower the
platform with the base
WARNING
control console
Do not operate the MEWP if:
1. Energize the base control console (refer to
▪ It does not operate correctly Section 5.1).
▪ It is damaged, or shows worn or missing
parts WARNING
▪ The safety devices are tampered with or Look for overhead obstructions or other possible
disabled
hazards around the MEWP when you raise the
▪ It is locked and tagged for servicing or repair platform. Do not lower the platform unless the
▪ It was modified without permission from area below is clear of personnel and obstructions.
Skyjack and the MEWP owner. If you do not obey, there is a risk of death or
If you do not obey, there is a risk of death or serious injury.
serious injury.
2. Turn and hold the lower/off/raise switch in
the raise or lower position to raise or lower the
platform. Release the switch to stop.

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5.3 Energize the platform NOTE

The drive or lift function is enabled for 10 seconds.
control console The power to both drive and lift circuits disconnects
1. Turn the main power disconnect switch to the if the function-enable switch is not used within 10
on position. seconds.
2. Pull the emergency-stop button on the base 5. Move the controller handle until you are at the
control console. necessary height..

WARNING NOTE
The lower function is not proportional.
If you do not hear a beep and the light does not
6. Squeeze the function-enable switch.
come on, lock and tag the MEWP. Remove the
MEWP for servicing. If you do not obey, there is a 7. Pull the controller handle to lower the platform.
risk of death or serious injury. 8. Move the controller handle to the neutral
central position to stop. Release the function-
3. Turn the off/platform/base key switch to the enable switch.
platform position.
WARNING
WARNING
Push the emergency-stop button when you are at
Fall hazard. Use the three points of contact the necessary location or elevation. This prevents
principle when you use the MEWP ladder to enter unintended MEWP movement. If you do not obey,
or exit the platform. If you do not obey, there is a there is a risk of death or serious injury.
risk of death or serious injury.
4. Enter the platform and close the gate.
WARNING
5. Pull the emergency-stop button on the platform
control console. If the tilt alarm makes a sound, and the platform
does not rise or does not fully rise:
5.4 Raise or lower the 1. Fully lower the platform immediately.
2. Make sure the MEWP is on a firm, level
platform with the platform surface.
control console If you do not obey, there is a risk of death or
serious injury.
1. Energize the platform control console (refer to
Section 5.3).

WARNING
Look for overhead obstructions or other possible
hazards around the MEWP when you raise the
platform. Do not lower the platform unless the
area below is clear of personnel and obstructions.
If you do not obey, there is a risk of death or
serious injury.

2. Move the lift/off/drive switch to the lift position.

3. The indicator light turns green to indicate the lift
function is enabled.
4. Squeeze and hold the function-enable switch.

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5.5 Raise and lower with

WARNING
the SGLE platform If the tilt alarm makes a sound, and the platform
control console (optional does not rise or does not fully rise:
equipment) 1. Fully lower the platform immediately.
2. Make sure the MEWP is on a firm, level
1. Energize the platform control console (refer to surface.
Section 5.3).
If you do not obey, there is a risk of death or
serious injury.
WARNING
Look for overhead obstructions or other possible
hazards around the MEWP when you raise the 5.6 Drive forward or rearward
platform. Do not lower the platform unless the
area below is clear of personnel and obstructions. WARNING
If you do not obey, there is a risk of death or
Make sure there are no personnel or obstructions
serious injury.
in the path of travel. Acquaint yourself with the
2. Move the lift/off/drive switch to the lift position. blind spots of the MEWP. If you do not obey, there
is a risk of death or serious injury.
3. Push and hold the SGLE push-button and
squeeze and hold the function-enable switch.

NOTE WARNING
The drive or lift function is enabled for 10 seconds. Crush hazard. Personnel on the ground must stay
The power to both drive and lift circuits disconnects away from the pothole protection device. If you do
if the function-enable switch is not used within 10 not obey, there is a risk of death or serious injury.
seconds.
4. Move the controller handle until you are at the
necessary height. WARNING
5. Squeeze the function-enable switch. Do not drive the MEWP elevated in areas where
6. Pull the controller handle to lower the platform. electrical cables or debris are in the path of travel.
If you do not obey, there is a risk of death or
7. Move the controller handle to the neutral central
serious injury.
position to stop. Release the function-enable
switch. 1. Energize the platform control console (refer to
Section 5.3).
NOTE
The SGLE does not have an effect on these functions:l 2. Move the lift/off/drive switch to the drive
lower, drive, steer or emergency lowering. position.
3. The indicator light turns green to indicate drive
function in enabled.
WARNING 4. Squeeze and hold the function-enable switch.
Push the emergency-stop button when you are at
the necessary location or elevation. This prevents NOTE
unintended MEWP movement. If you do not obey, The drive or lift function is enabled for 10 seconds.
there is a risk of death or serious injury. The power to both drive and lift circuits disconnects
if the function-enable switch is not used within 10
seconds.
5. Move the controller handle to drive at the
necessary speed and in the necessary direction.
6. Move the controller handle to the neutral
central position to stop. Release the function-
enable switch.

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5.8 Select the low-speed or

WARNING
Push the emergency-stop button when you are at
high-speed mode
the necessary location or elevation. This prevents ▪ Select the high speed drive mode when you
unintended MEWP movement. If you do not obey, drive on a level surface.
there is a risk of death or serious injury. 1. To use the high speed drive mode, move the
high-speed/low-speed switch to the high-
speed position.
CAUTION
The pothole protection relies on stable ground WARNING
clearance. If the total MEWP weight is ever on the
Do not drive the MEWP in the elevated position on
pothole protection, immediately lower the platform,
a slope. Fully retract the MEWP before you operate
and lock and tag the MEWP. A qualified service
it on a slope. If you do not obey, there is a risk of
technician must do a complete inspection. If you
death or serious injury.
do not obey, there is a risk of MEWP damage.
▪ Select the low speed-drive mode in these
situations:
5.7 Steer
▪ When you drive up or down slopes
1. Energize the platform control console (refer to
Section 5.3).
▪ When you drive on rough ground
2. Move the lift/off/drive switch to the drive
▪ When you drive the MEWP onto or remove it
from a transport vehicle.
position.
1. To use the low-speed, move the high-speed/
3. Squeeze and hold the function-enable switch. low-speed switch to the low-speed position.
NOTE
The drive or lift function is enabled for 10 seconds. WARNING
The power to both drive and lift circuits disconnects Push the emergency-stop button when you are at
if the function-enable switch is not used within 10 the necessary location or elevation. This prevents
seconds. unintended MEWP movement. If you do not obey,
4. Push the steering rocker switch on top of the there is a risk of death or serious injury.
controller handle in one of the two directions to
steer.

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5.9 Extend/retract the 5.10 MEWP shutdown

extension platform
WARNING
WARNING Look for overhead obstructions or other possible
hazards around the MEWP when you raise the
Crush hazard. Do not retract the extension
platform. Do not lower the platform unless the
platform from the ground. If you do not obey, there
area below is clear of personnel and obstructions.
is a risk of death or serious injury.
If you do not obey, there is a risk of death or
serious injury.
WARNING 1. Select a reasonably well-protected location to
Push the emergency-stop button when you are at park the MEWP. This location must have a firm,
the necessary location or elevation. This prevents level surface, clear of obstructions and traffic.
unintended MEWP movement. If you do not obey, 2. Fully lower the platform.
there is a risk of death or serious injury. 3. Push the emergency-stop button.

5.9-1 Extend/retract the extension WARNING

platform manually Fall hazard. Use the three points of contact
1. Remove the lock pins for the extension
1 principle when you use the MEWP ladder to enter
platform. or exit the platform. If you do not obey, there is a
risk of death or serious injury.
2. Push or pull the extension handrails to extend or
retract the extension platform. 4. Use the MEWP ladder to exit the platform.
5. Turn the off/platform/base key switch to the
CAUTION off position on the base control console and
Install each lock pin correctly with the detent remove the key.
ball of each lock pin fully through the extension 6. Push the emergency-stop button.
handrails. If you do not obey, there is a risk of 7. Turn the main power disconnect switch to the
machine damage. off position.
3. Install the lock pins to lock the extension
platform at the necessary position.

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6.1 Use the emergency- 6.2 Release the brakes
lowering function manually
If there is a primary power failure, you can use the
emergency-lowering function to lower the platform. WARNING
WARNING Runaway hazard. After you release the brakes,
the MEWP rolls freely on slopes. Do not manually
Crush hazard. Keep clear of the lift mechanism disengage the brakes unless the MEWP is on a
when you use the emergency-lowering function. If level surface or the MEWP is fully restrained.
you do not obey, there is a risk of death or serious Keep the travel path clear at all times.
injury.
If you do not obey, there is a risk of death, serious
Hold the emergency-lowering switch 1 to the left or injury, and/or MEWP damage.
right to fully lower the platform. 1. Make sure that the MEWP is on firm, level
ground.
2. Turn the main power disconnect switch to the
on position.
3. Pull the emergency-stop button on the platform
control console.
4. Pull the emergency-stop button on the base
control console.
5. Turn and hold the off/platform/base key switch
to the base position
6. Hold the brake release button 2 for 3 seconds.
1 The beeper makes a sound to indicate the brake
is released.
7. Push the emergency-stop button to engage the
brakes.
2

WARNING
Look for overhead obstructions or other possible
hazards around the MEWP when you raise the
platform. Do not lower the platform unless the area
below is clear of personnel and obstructions. If
you do not obey, there is a risk of death or serious
injury.

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Section 6 – Procedures Winch and tow the MEWP

6.3 Winch and tow the MEWP

WARNING
WARNING Engage the brakes immediately after the MEWP is
at the necessary location. If you do not obey, there
Tip-over hazard. Make sure that platform is fully is a risk of death or serious injury.
lowered before you push, winch or tow unless
the movement is necessary to clear an obstacle.
Sudden movement can cause the MEWP to
become unstable.
In emergency situations where the MEWP
functions are unavailable and an obstruction
prevents the platform lower function, carefully
move the MEWP. Move the MEWP sufficiently far
away to clear the obstruction. Do not move at a
speed faster than 50 mm/sec (2 in/sec). If you do
not obey, there is a risk of death, serious injury,
and/or MEWP damage.

WARNING
When you push, winch or tow, do not move the
MEWP at a speed faster than 3.2 km/h (2.0 mph). If
you do not obey, there is a risk of death or serious
injury.

WARNING
Runaway hazard. After you release the brakes the
MEWP rolls freely on slopes. Disengage the brakes
manually only if the MEWP is fully restrained or the
MEWP is on a level surface.
Keep the travel path clear at all times.
If you do not obey, thetre is a risk of death, serious
inury, and/or MEWP damage.

WARNING
Tip-over hazard. Disengage the brakes manually
before you push, winch, or tow the MEWP. If you
do not obey, there is a risk of death or serious
injury.
1. Release the brakes manually. Refer to
Section 6.2.
2. Push, winch, or tow the MEWP to the necessary
location.
3. Put the MEWP on a firm, level surface.
4. Push the emergency-stop button to reset the
brakes.

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6.4 Use the platform control

1 2
console from the ground
WARNING
The correct operator location is with the platform
control console attached to the right-front side
of the platform. Only operate the MEWP from the 5. Put the platform control console down on the
ground in these conditions: platform floor.
▪ To do maintenance 6. Use the MEWP ladder to exit the platform.
▪ When you cannot do work safely from the
position of the operator on the platform 6.4-2 Operate the MEWP from the ground
because of an obstruction
▪ To fold the guardrails. WARNING
If you do not obey, there is a risk of death or
Make sure the operator and the platform control
serious injury.
console point in the same direction as the front of
the MEWP.
WARNING Do not drive the MEWP toward yourself.
Keep away from crush hazards. Stay clear of the
Fall hazard. Use the three points of contact
MEWP and out of the direction of travel.
principle when you use the MEWP ladder to enter
or exit the platform. If you do not obey, there is a When you use a ramp to drive the MEWP onto or
risk of death or serious injury. remove it from a transport vehicle, make sure all
personnel, which includes the operator:
▪ Stay away from the direction of a possible
6.4-1 Disconnect and remove the tip-over of the MEWP.
platform control console Stay out of the path of movement of the
▪
1. Use the MEWP ladder to enter the platform. MEWP down the ramp.
2. Disconnect the platform control console cable If you do not obey these instructions, there is a
from the electrical connector on the platform. risk of death or serious injury.

CAUTION
Make sure the platform control console cable does
not become entangled with the MEWP or objects
that surround the MEWP. If you do not obey, there
is a risk of MEWP damage.
1. Before you operate the MEWP, do a full worksite
inspection to identify possible hazards in your
work area. Refer to Section 2.4.
2. Cordon off the pathway you plan to travel.

3. Remove the lock pin 1 from the control consle

mounting bracket. Remove the platform control
console from the mounting bracket.
4. Remove the control cable lock pin from the
railing clamp 2 . Remove the control cable
from the clamp on the horizontal midrail.

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WARNING CAUTION
Crush hazard. Make sure that there are no Make sure each lock pin is correctly installed with
personnel in the path you will travel. Tell personnel the detent ball of each lock pin fully through the
around the path before you move the MEWP. Use hole.
a second person to monitor the movement of
the MEWP. Make sure that person stays at a safe 11. Install the platform control console onto the
distance. If you do not obey, there is a risk of death mounting bracket. Install the lock pin in the
or serious injury. mounting bracket.
12. Put the control cable into the railing clamp and
3. Connect the cable of the platform control install the lock pin.
console to the electrical connector at the rear
13. Connect the cable of the platform control
of the MEWP.
console to the electrical connector on the
4. Stay behind or to the side of the MEWP. platform.

5. Move the low speed/high speed switch to the

low speed position.
6. Use as low a speed as practical to drive the
MEWP forward to the necessary location.
7. Push the emergency-stop button when the
MEWP is at the necessary location.
8. Turn the main power disconnect switch to the
off position.
9. Disconnect the cable from the base before you
go up onto the platform.

WARNING
Fall hazard. Use the three points of contact
principle when you use the MEWP ladder to enter
or exit the platform. If you do not obey, there is a
risk of death or serious injury.

10. Use the MEWP ladder to enter the platform.

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6.5 Move the MEWP for 1

transport
When you drive a MEWP onto or remove it from a
transport vehicle on a public road, give protection to
the person(s) involved. Protection can include:
▪ Warning cones
▪ Road signs and signaling devices
▪ Applicable personal protective equipment, such
1
as reflective clothing
▪ Flag personnel to warn other vehicles of the Figure 01 Lift and tie-down points
MEWP and other related vehicles
▪ Other applicable control measures.
Obey all the national, state/provincial/territorial, and
local safety rules when you move the MEWP for
transport. Only qualified personnel with authorization
must drive the MEWP on to or remove it from a
transport vehicle.
Be sure the vehicle capacity and load equipment,
hoists, chains, straps, and other related items are
sufficient to withstand the maximum MEWP weight.
Park the transport vehicle on a level surface. Use
wheel chocks or blocks to prevent unintended vehicle
movement during this operation.

6.5-1 Hoist the MEWP

WARNING
Only qualified riggers must operate the machinery
during a lift.

When you hoist the MEWP, you must:

▪ Turn the main power disconnect switch to the
off position.
▪ Close and tightly latch the hydraulic and electric
Figure 02 Appropriate method to hoist
and battery trays.
▪ Retract the extension platform. Correctly insert
the lock pins.
▪ Attach the platform control console to the
mounting bracket, or remove the platform
control console
▪ Remove all personnel, tools, and materials from
the platform.
▪ Attach the rigging to all four lift points 1 , or lift
with the forks in the designated forklift pockets
2 . Refer to Figure 01, Figure 02, and Figure 03.

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WARNING
When you transport the MEWP it must be attached
to a truck or trailer deck. Use the available
tie-down points 1 to attach the MEWP. Refer to
Figure 01. If you do not obey, there is a risk of
death or serious injury.

2 ▪ Tie down the MEWP to the transport vehicle

using the four tie-down points 1 . Refer to
Figure 01.

Figure 03 Forklift pockets

NOTE
For the weight of the MEWP, refer to
Section 7.3 (Specifications). Horizontally, the center
of gravity 3 is approximately in the middle of the
MEWP, front to back and side to side. Vertically, the
center of gravity is approximately a small distance
above the chassis.

3 3

Center of gravity

6.5-2 Drive and tie down the MEWP

Before you drive the MEWP:
▪ The ramp or dock capacity must be able to hold
the maximum MEWP weight.
▪ Use side guards (if available) to prevent a fall
from the ramp.
▪ The incline of the ramp must not exceed the
MEWP gradeability. Refer to Section 7.3 -(Floor
Loading Pressure).
▪ Do a test of the MEWP brakes to make sure they
operate correctly.
▪ Move the high-speed/low-speed switch to the
low-speed position.

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6.6 Charge the Battery

WARNING
3 Electrocution hazard. Do not put the charger in
water. If you do not obey, there is a risk of death or
2b serious injury.

2a
CAUTION
Burn hazard. Do not touch the surface of the
charger when it is in operation, especially in higher
1 temperature environments. Let the charger cool
4
before you touch it. If you do not obey, there is a
5 risk of death or serious injury.
6
1. Supply sufficient airflow for the batteries and the
charger.

IMPORTANT
Indicator
No. Condition Description Do not let materials or fabric be in contact with the
type
charger. It is necessary for the charger to have access
Battery charger is to cool air for it to operate correctly. Clean the charger
AC
1 Blue connected to the AC cooling fins if they are clogged with debris to make
power
power. sure the charger functions at its best.
Flashing Low charge— continue 2. Do a visual and manual inspection of the DC
Battery Amber to charge. output wires and terminals. Make sure they are in
2a charge good condition before each use.
<80% Solid High charge—
green continue to charge. WARNING
High charge— Explosion hazard. Be careful when you use fuels,
Green
Battery continue to charge or solvents, or other flammable materials near the
flash
2b charge stop the charge. charger or batteries. A spark from the charger or
>80% batteries can cause a fire or explosion. If you do
Solid Charge complete— not obey, there is a risk of death or serious injury.
green stop the charge.
Charger fault—refer to 3. Connect the power supply cable to a correctly
Solid red grounded outlet between 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60
Fault/ the service manual.
3 Hz. The charger automatically senses and
error Amber Error found—refer to adjusts to the voltage range of the AC input.
flash the service manual.
NOTE
Charge Solid The charger starts automatically in 4-6 seconds,
4 Charger output is on.
output yellow regardless of the remaining battery charge (down
Charge to 1 VDC terminal voltage). The LEDs show that the
Algorithm
profile/ charge continues.
5 or fault/ N/A.
error
error code
display
Select
Charge
6 charge N/A.
algorithm
profile

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NOTE 6.7 Use the Maintenance

Many conditions have an effect on the battery charge
time. These include: the battery amp-hour capacity,
Support
the remaining charge, the temperature, and the The maintenance support 1 is a mechanism on the
condition (new, used, and defective). More time is scissor assembly. When it is in the correct position it
necessary to charge batteries that are larger than 240 can hold the scissor assembly and an empty platform.
AH.

WARNING
Explosion hazard. Do not disconnect the DC
output wires near the batteries when the charger is
ON. This can cause an arc, which can then cause
the batteries to explode. You must disconnect the
AC power supply cable from its outlet, and then
the charger DC connections. If you do not obey,
there is a risk of death or serious injury.

1
WARNING
Electrocution hazard. Do not touch parts of the
charger output wires that are not insulated, the
battery connector, or the battery terminals. If you
do not obey, there is a risk of death or serious
injury.

WARNING
WARNING Use the maintenance support when you do an
Do not charge the batteries in hazardous areas. inspection and/or maintenance or repairs in the
confines of the lift mechanism. If you do not use
the supports, there is a risk of death or serious
injury.

WARNING
Crush hazard. Do not put parts of your body
through the scissor assembly unless the
maintenance support is correctly deployed. If you
do not obey, there is a risk of death or serious
injury.

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6.7-1 Deploy the maintenance support 6.7-2 Store the maintenance support
1. Remove all personnel and material from the 1. Turn the main power disconnect switch to the
platform. on position.

WARNING WARNING
Look for overhead obstructions or other possible Look for overhead obstructions or other possible
hazards around the MEWP when you raise the hazards around the MEWP when you raise the
platform. Do not lower the platform unless the area platform. Do not lower the platform unless the area
below is clear of personnel and obstructions. If below is clear of personnel and obstructions. If
you do not obey, there is a risk of death or serious you do not obey, there is a risk of death or serious
injury. injury.
2. Raise the platform until there is adequate 2. Raise the platform until there is adequate
clearance to deploy the maintenance support clearance to retract the maintenance support
1 . 1 .

3. Deploy the maintenance support. 3. Retract the maintenance support into the
4. Lower the platform until the maintenance storage bracket.
support touches the cross members with labels, 4. Fully lower the platform.
and the platform stops.
5. Turn the main power disconnect switch to the
off position.

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Section 6 – Procedures Guardrail lock-pin locations

6.8 Guardrail lock-pin locations

Extension deck pin
Example model SJ3219 E
with half gate

Extension handrail pin locations

Mid-rail pin location

Required

Not required

Rear gate pin location

Example model SJ3219 E
with full gate

Figure 04 Guardrail lock-pin locations - SJ3215 E, SJ3219 E

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Example model SJ3219 E Not applicable to half gate

with full gate rapid rails option

Extension handrail pin

locations

Top-rail pin locations

Figure 05 Rapidfold Guardrail lock-pin locations - SJ3219 E

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Section 6 – Procedures Fold the guardrails

6.9 Fold the guardrails

When folded down, the guardrail system decreases the total height of the retracted MEWP for transport or moving
through doorways.

WARNING
Fall hazard. To prevent a fall, keep away from the sides of the platform when you fold or unfold the
guardrails. If you do not obey, there is a risk of death or serious injury.

WARNING
Before you operate this MEWP, make sure that the guardrail system does not have loose or missing lock
pins. The guardrail system must be in the vertical position. Lock all pins correctly. An incorrectly locked
guardrail can cause a fall, which can result in death or serious injury.

WARNING
Fall hazard. Use the three points of contact principle when you use the MEWP ladder to enter or exit the
platform. If you do not obey, there is a risk of death or serious injury

Refer to the diagrams shown in this section to fold the guardrails.

Unless specifically noted otherwise, make sure the following conditions are true before you do this procedure:
1. Fully lower the platform before you fold or unfold the guardrails.
2. Install each lock-pin correctly with the detent ball of each lock-pin fully through the bracket or railing clamp.
3. Use a stable elevated surface that gives you a solid footing to fold or unfold the guardrails.
4. You must be at eye-level height (at a minimum) to the mid-rail.
5. You must have your hands free to fold or unfold the guardrails from the external side of the MEWP.
NOTE
When you transport the MEWP, you must insert all the lock pins and put tie-wraps on the folded guardrails
to prevent movement.

1 Guardrail lock pin with lanyard: Use this pin to lock the guardrails. Refer to Section 6.8.

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1
2

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b a

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10

11

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12

13

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14

15

Fully-folded Guardrails

6. Follow the same steps shown in the illustrations in Section 6.9 in reverse (Step 15 to Step 1) to unfold the
guardrails.

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6.10 Fold the Rapidfold guardrail system

2
3

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NOTE
Make sure to exit the platform to perform the remaining rapidfold procedure after step 7.

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RapidFold Guardrails

1. Follow the same steps shown in the illustrations in Section 6.10 in reverse (Step 9 to Step 1) to unfold the
rapidfold guardrails.

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Move the MEWP through a doorway Section 6 – Procedures

6.11 Move the MEWP through a 9. Pull the emergency-stop button on the base
control console.
doorway 10. Turn the off/platform/base key switch to the
platform position.
WARNING 11. Pull the emergency-stop button on the platform
Make sure the MEWP is on firm, level surface. If control console.
you do not obey, there is a risk of death or serious 12. Move the high speed/low speed switch to the
injury. low speed position for reduced speed.
13. Move the lift/off/drive switch to the drive position.
1. Make sure the height/width of the doorway is
14. Use as low a speed as practical to drive the
sufficient to let the MEWP drive through.
MEWP forward through the doorway.
2. Before you operate the MEWP, do a full inspection
15. Push the emergency-stop button when the
of the site (refer to Section 2.4). Identify hazards
MEWP is safely through the doorway.
in your work area.
16. Turn the main power disconnect switch to the off
3. Make sure the platform is fully lowered.
position.
4. Follow Section 6.4-1 to move the platform control
17. Disconnect the platform control console from
console to the base.
the base and put it on the platform.
18. Unfold the guardrails if they were folded.

WARNING
Before you operate this MEWP, make sure that
the guardrail system does not have loose or
missing lock pins. The guardrail system must be
in the vertical position. Lock all pins correctly. An
incorrectly locked guardrail can cause a fall, which
can result in death or serious injury.

WARNING
Fall hazard. Make sure each lock pin is correctly
5. Fold the guardrails if it is necessary. Refer to
installed with the detent ball of each lock pin fully
Section 6.9 for the procedure on how to fold the
through the hole. Failure to avoid this hazard could
guardrails. Refer to Section 6.10 for the rapidfold
result in death or serious injury.
guardrails procedure.
19. Put the platform control console back onto
WARNING the mounting bracket. Install the lock pin in the
mounting bracket.
Crush hazard. Make sure that there are no
personnel in the path you will travel. Tell personnel 20. Put the control cable into the railing clamp and
around the path before you move the MEWP. Use install the lock pin.
a second person to monitor the movement of
the MEWP. Make sure that person stays at a safe WARNING
distance. If you do not obey, there is a risk of death Fall hazard. Use the three points of contact
or serious injury. principle when you use the MEWP ladder to enter
6. Stay behind the MEWP. or exit the platform. If you do not obey, there is a
risk of death or serious injury.
7. Make sure the platform control console points in
the same direction as the front of the MEWP. 21. Connect the platform control console cable to
8. Turn the main power disconnect switch to the on the electrical connector on the platform right
position. front railing.
22. Use the MEWP ladder to exit the platform.

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7.1 Standard and optional equipment
Models SJ3215 E SJ3219 E
Standard Equipment
24V DC power source (deep cycle batteries) * *
Base controls * *
Battery charger indicator * *
Battery level indicator * *
Dual holding brakes * *
Fall protection anchorages * *
All motion audible alarm * *
Forklift pockets/tie downs/lifting lugs * *
Hinged rail system * *
Hydraulic oil level indicator * *
Low voltage battery protection * *
Manual extension platform * *
Operator horn * *
Overload sensing system * *
Platform controls * *
Pothole protection system * *
Spring-loaded half gate entry * *
Swing out trays for easy access * *
Tilt alarm with drive/lift cut out * *
Variable front wheel electric drive * *
Optional Equipment
250 Ah batteries * *
AGM batteries * *
Flashing light * *
Board/drywall carrier * *
Dual flashing lights, diagonal location * *
Heavy duty pipe rack * *
Light duty pipe rack * *
Locking battery tray * *
SGLE * *
Telematics harness * *
Tool caddy * *
Eco tray * *
AC power outlet on platform * *
EE rating package * *
Rapidfold guardrail * *
White noise alarm * *

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 Section 7 – Specifications Owner’s Annual Inspection Record

7.2 Owner’s Annual Inspection Record

Inspection
Date

Inspector
Signature

WARNING
Do not use the MEWP if there is no inspection
recorded in the last 13 months (6 months). If you
do not obey, there is a risk of death or serious
injury.

IMPORTANT
The Owner’s Annual Inspection Record on the
scissor assembly must be filled out after an annual
inspection is completed.

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7.3 Specifications
Models SJ3215 E SJ3219 E

Weight * 1166 kg (2570 lb) 1468 kg (3236lb)

Overall Width 0.82 m (32.28 in)

Overall Length (Platform Retracted) 1.80 m (70.87 in)

Overall Length (Platform Extended) 2.64 m (103.94 in)

Platform Size, Inside (Platform Retracted) 1.54 m (60.63 in)
Platform Size Inside (Platform Extended) 2.39 m (94.09 in)
Height
Working Height 6.15 m (20 ft 7 in) 7.48 m (24 ft 6 in)
Platform Elevated Height 4.44 m (14 ft 7 in) 5.65 m (18 ft 6 in)

Stowed Height (Railings Down) 1.67 m (65.75 in) 2.01 m (79.60 in)

Stowed Height (Railings Up) 2.03 m (79.92 in) 2.14 m (84.25 in)
Elevated Drive Speed Trip Height 1.37 m (54 in) 1.68 m (66 in)
Pothole Drive Cutout Height 2.20 m (86.5 in) 2.76 m (108.5 in)
Drive Height (Maximum) FULL
Standard operating times
Lift Time (No Load) 18 s 19 s
Lower Time (No Load) 39 s 32 s
Lift Time (Rated Load) 21 s 22 s
Lower Time (Rated Load) 28 s 25 s
Chassis
Normal Drive Speed (Stowed) 3.38 km/h (2.1 mph)
Elevated Drive Speed 0.8 km/h (0.5 mph) 0.97 km/h (0.6 mph)
Gradeability (Ramp Angle) 25%
Tires (Solid Rubber) 12 x 4 x 8
Hydraulic oil
Type ATF Dexron III
Tank capacity 8.8 L (2.32 gal)
Sound pressure level at platform level
Does not exceed: 70 db(A)
Whole Body Vibration
Whole body vibration on the platform does not exceed 0.5 m/sec2.

* Weight with standard 0.9 m extension platform. Refer to serial nameplate for specific applications. 2218AA

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7.4 Environment
Model SJ3215 E SJ3219 E
Electromagnetic com-
Meets requirements of ISO 13766-1:2018
patibility (EMC)

Hazardous MEWP not rated for hazardous locations with potentially flammable gases, explosive gases or
location rating particles

EE-rated machines only:

Meets requirements of UL 583 standards as related to NFPA 505 Class I, Division 2, Group D
location. DO NOT charge the batteries in hazardous areas.

Operating temperatures

-20°C (-4°F) – +40°C (+104°F)

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7.5 Maximum Platform Capacities

Tilt cutout
Manual side setting (side-
Model Wind rating Total platform capacity Extension platform capacity force to-side x
front-to-back)
0 m/s 272 kg 113 kg 400 N
2 Persons 1 Person 1.5˚ × 3.5˚
[0 mph] [600 lb] [250 lb] [90 lbf]
SJ3215 E
12.5 m/s 272 kg 113 kg 200 N
1 Person 1 Person 1.5˚ × 3.5˚
[28 mph] [600 lb] [250 lb] [45 lbf]
0 m/s 227 kg 113 kg 400 N
2 Persons 1 Person 1.5˚ × 3.5˚
[0 mph] [500 lb] [250 lb] [90 lbf]
SJ3219 E
12.5 m/s 227 kg 113 kg 200 N
1 Person 1 Person 1.5˚ × 3.5˚
[28 mph] [500 lb] [250 lb] [45 lbf]

NOTE 2223AA
Occupants and materials are not to exceed the rated
load. Refer to the capacity label at the entrance of the
platform and the front kick plate for more information
and models equipped with options.

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Section 7 – Specifications Floor Loading Pressure

7.6 Floor Loading Pressure

Weights Pressures
Max weight per LCP** OFL**
Model MEWP weight
wheel
kg lb kg lb kPa psi kPa psf
Min* 1166 2570 290 640 670 97 8 167
SJ3215 E
Max* 1438 3170 574 1265 1103 160 9.8 206
Min* 1468 3236 367 809 792 115 10 210
SJ3219 E
Max* 1695 3736 608 1340 1159 168 11.6 242
* Min: Minimum MEWP weight (Unloaded platform, no options/attachments) 2227AA
Max: Maximum MEWP weight (Platform loaded to capacity with options/attachments)

Wheel is the weight that can be experienced on one wheel.

Note: This is more than 25% of the machine weight due to possible weight distribution over the machine and platform.

** LCP: Local Concentrated Pressure is a measure of how hard the MEWP presses on the area in direct contact with the floor/tire.
OFL: Overall Floor Load (Pressure) is a measure of the average load the MEWP imparts on the whole surface directly
underneath the chassis. This has been calculated by dividing the MEWP weight by the overall floor area occupied by the MEWP
(on wheels).

Note: The floor covering (e.g., tile, carpet, etc.) or the structure (e.g., beams) of the operating surface must
be able to withstand more than the values indicated above.

Note: The LCP or OFL that an individual surface can withstand varies from structure to structure and is
generally determined by the engineer or architect for that particular structure.

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Section 8 – Labels

Red
DANGER.

Orange
WARNING.

Yellow
CAUTION.

Green
Emergency-
lowering
procedure.

Blue
Safety
information.

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Section 8 – Labels Base control console

8.1 Base control console

1
1

Description Label Pictorial

1 Base controls
▪ Select the off position to turn off power to the MEWP, the
platform position to energize the platform controls, or the
base position to energize the base controls.
▪ Turn and hold the lower/neutral/raise switch to lower or
raise the platform.
▪ Push the emergency-stop button to disconnect power
to the control circuit. Pull the emergency-stop button to
connect the power again.

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8.2 Platform control console

Description Label Pictorial

1 Platform controls
▪ Squeeze and hold the function-enable switch to energize
the lift, drive, and steer functions.
▪ Select the lift, off, or drive mode.
▪ Operate the steering rocker switch to steer.
▪ Move the controller handle to control the lift and drive
movements.
▪ Select the low speed or high speed mode.
▪ Push the horn button to make a sound like a car horn.
▪ Push the emergency-stop button to disconnect power
to the control circuit. Pull the emergency-stop button to
connect the power again.

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Section 8 – Labels Rear

8.3 Rear
1

Description Label Pictorial

1 Caution tape stripe

2 Platform capacity*
Shows the rated work load in each configuration. TM

*Each model has different platform capacities. ( lb)

kg kg kg
Horizontal load rating** 0 m/s (0 mph)
( lb) ( lb) ( lb)

Do not apply more than the specified side load. Operate the
MEWP when the wind speed, which includes wind gusts, is less (0 mph
> 0 m/s

than the specified speed for this model.

**The rating changes between different units.

3 Serial plate*
MEWP identification and specifications.
*The serial plate information changes with different MEWPs.

Skyjack manufactured date

TM
4
Manufactured
Shows the month and year of manufacture for this MEWP.
MM/YYYY

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8
7

Description Label Pictorial

5 AC power plug
Connect the AC supply here.

TM

6 Operator daily inspection

Refer to the operation manual. Do the visual inspections and
function tests when you start each work shift.
Refer to Section 4.2.

TM

7 No jewelry
Caution. Do not wear jewelry or loose clothing that could
3
12

become caught or entangled.

6
9

8 Warning - California proposition 65

WARNING
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10 12

11

Description Label Pictorial

9 Elevate™ Trackunit (optional equipment)

This MEWP has added functionality.

10 Winch/tow/push procedure
1. Release the brakes manually. Refer to
Section 6.2.
2. Push, winch, or tow the MEWP to the necessary location.
3. Put the MEWP on a firm, level surface.
4. Push the emergency-stop button to reset the brakes.

11 Emergency lowering procedure

Hold the emergency-lowering switch to the left or right to fully
lower the platform.

12 Emergency-lowering identification

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14

15 13

Description Label Pictorial

13 Main power disconnect switch

Turn the switch clockwise to turn the power on. Turn the switch
counterclockwise to turn the power off. Use a padlock to lock TM

the switch in place.

14 No insulation
TM

This MEWP is not electrically insulated and does not provide

protection from contact with, or proximity to, energized electrical
conductors. Follow Section 2.1-1 for the minimum distance to
keep between all parts of the MEWP, occupants, or tools, and
the electrical conductors.

TM

15 Warning - deploy maintenance support(s)

Do not do maintenance or inspections in the scissor assembly
unless the maintenance support is deployed. Refer to Section
6.8.

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Section 8 – Labels Left side

8.4 Left side

SJ3215 E
1
6

2
1

4 3

Description Label Pictorial

1 Caution tape stripe

2 Skyjack logo

3 Wheel load* TM

Shows the maximum load applied to the ground by the specified

wheel. kg
( lb)
*Each model has different wheel loads.

4 Warning - crush hazard TM

5 Model number*
Product identifier.
*The model number can be different from the one you see.
SJ3215 E
TM

6 Stay away
Stay away from the MEWP when it is in operation.

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SJ3215 E
9

Description Label Pictorial

7 Warning - annual inspection

Refer to the operation manual. Make sure the annual and daily
inspections are done.

8 Annual inspection
Make sure the MEWP receives an annual inspection before
operation.

9 ECO logo

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11

SJ3215 E 12

14
13

Description Label Pictorial

11 EE-Rating (optional equipment)

Shows the EE-rating for EE-rated MEWPs.
*Only MEWPs that are EE-rated have this label.

12 UL certification (optional equipment)

*Only MEWPs that are EE-rated have this label.

13 QR code
This code gives you fast access to the MEWP documentation
and the live MEWP data supplied by ELEVATE telematics
(optional equipment). S/N

14 SkycodedTM logo

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8.5 Platform

3
3

Description Label Pictorial

X1
1 Fall-protection anchorages TM

When required, attach the body-harness lanyards of each

occupant to the fall-protection anchorage points.
Rated for one (1) person for each anchorage point.

2 Warning - fall hazard TM

Make sure the railing is locked with lock pins.

TM

3 Warning - fall hazard

Make sure the railing is locked with lock pins.

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Description Label Pictorial

4 Hazard identification TM

Read and understand the specific hazards with this MEWP

before operation. Refer to Section 2.
Manual storage box
Shows the location of the operation manual.
Note: This label is inside the platform.

5 Platform extension lock pin

Shows the location of the platform extension pin, which is on the
inner face at the front of the left and right guardrails.
TM

6 Platform capacity*
Shows the rated work load in each configuration. TM

*Each model has different platform capacities. ( lb)

0 m/s (0 mph) kg kg kg
Horizontal load rating** ( lb) ( lb) ( lb)

Do not apply more than the specified side load. Operate the
MEWP when the wind speed, which includes wind gusts, is less (0 mph
> 0 m/s

than the specified speed for this model.

**The rating changes between different units.

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8
Description Label Pictorial

TM

7 Location of the platform control console

Shows the location of the platform control console.

8 AC power plug
Connect the AC supply here.

9 Platform control cable

TM

Insert the platform control console cable in the bracket and lock
it with the lock pin.

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Section 8 – Labels Front

8.6 Front

2 5

5 4

Description Label Pictorial

1 Warning - crush hazard TM

2 Caution tape stripe

3 Lift and tie-down points

Only use these points to lift or tie down the MEWP. TM

TM

4 Warning - deploy maintenance support(s)

Do not do maintenance or inspections in the scissor assembly
unless the maintenance support(s) are deployed. Refer to
Section 6.7.

TM

5 Maintenance support
Engage the maintenance support here.

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8.7 Top
Extension

Entrance
Description Label Pictorial

1 Maintenance support procedure

Refer to the operation manual.
1. Remove all personnel and material from the platform.
2. Raise the platform until there is adequate clearance to deploy
the maintenance support.
3. Deploy the maintenance support. Lower the platform until TM

the bottom end of the maintenance support touches the

cross bar with the label, and the maintenance support holds 1 2 3 4

the scissors.
A B
4. The maintenance support is now secured.
5 6 7 8
(A) Turn the main power disconnect switch to the off
position.
(B) Do the necessary inspection or maintenance.
5. Turn the main power disconnect switch to the on position.
6. Raise the platform until there is adequate clearance to retract
the maintenance support.
7. Store the maintenance support into the storage bracket.
8. Fully lower the platform.

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Extension

2 2 3

Entrance
Description Label Pictorial

1 Lift and tie-down points

Only use these points to lift or tie-down the MEWP. TM

TM

2 Forklift pocket
Put the fork fully into the pocket to lift the MEWP.

TM

3 Warning - Do not alter

Do not tamper with or disable the limit switches or other safety
devices.

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8.8 Right side

SJ3215 E
3
1

Description
6 Label Pictorial

1 Caution tape stripe

2 Model number*
Product identifier
*The model number can be different from the one you see.
SJ3215 E

3 Skyjack logo

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SJ3215 E

4 6

Description Label Pictorial

4 Wheel load* TM

Shows the maximum load applied to the ground

by the specified wheel. kg
( lb)
*Each model has different wheel loads.

TM

5 Stay away
Stay away from the MEWP when it is in operation.

6 Skycoded™ logo

7 Warning - crush hazard TM

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SJ3215 E
10

Description Label Pictorial

8 EE-Rating (optional equipment)

Shows the EE-rating for EE-rated MEWPs.
*Only MEWPs that are EE-rated have this label.

9 UL certification (optional equipment)

*Only MEWPs that are EE-rated have this label.

1 ECO logo

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Section 8 – Labels Battery tray

8.9 Battery tray

Description Label Pictorial

TM

X2

1 Battery spacers
Put the spacers only as shown in the diagram.

300A
2 Fuse location TM

3 Warning - connect the charger for EE-Rated MEWPs

(optional equipment)
Do not charge batteries in hazardous areas.

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8.10 Hydraulic tray

Description Label Pictorial

1 Hydraulic oil ATF Dexron III*

Replace the hydraulic oil with the same type of oil shown on the
label.

TM

HIGH/MAX

2 Hydraulic oil level

LOW/MIN

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8.11 Display panel

Description Label Pictorial

1 Circuit breaker reset

Push to reset the circuit breaker.

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8.12 RapidFold guardrail labels (SJ3219 E)

3 2

3 3

Description Label Pictorial

1 RapidFold logo

TM

2 RapidFold information 230738AAZZ

TM

3 Warning - fall hazard

Make sure the hinged railing is locked with
lock pins.

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Section 9 – Unique Skyjack Features
Your Skyjack MEWP may be equipped with the
following unique features:

Having equipment with features and functionality

that allow you and your customers to do more is a
vital part of the utilization equation. Skyjack offers a
range of accessory products to further expand a given
product’s adaptability and your power to offer a truly
flexible rental choice.

A proven and reliable, Skyjack’s color coded and

numbered wiring system, make our machines the
easiest to trouble shoot and repair which means
easier maintenance and lowered costs.

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