Airo V Series User manual

PIATTAFORME AEREE SEMOVENTI
SELF-PROPELLED WORK-PLATFORMS
PLATES-FORMES DE TRAVAIL AUTOMOTRICES
SELBSTFAHRENDE HUBARBEITSBÜHNEN
PLATAFORMAS ELEVADORAS AUTOPROPULSADAS
ZELFRIJDENDE HOOGWERKERS
SJÄLVGÅENDE ARBETSPLATTFORMAR
SAMOKRETNE RADNE PLATFORME
V SERIES
V6 E
USER'S MANUAL
ENGLISH TRANSLATION OF THE ORIGINAL USER MANUAL IN ITALIAN
AIRO is a division of TIGIEFFE SRL
Via Villasuperiore, 82 -42045 Luzzara (RE) ITALY -
[phone] -[phone]
WEB: www.airo.com
069.20.UEM - EN
2016-06A

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Review date
Modification Log
2013-06
First release.
2013-10
Detailed instructions have been added relative to the harness anchoring points.
2014-07
Label position updated; Description of the new PGT-like (remote)
controls added.
2014-09
Added information on the maximum manual forces.
CEO name changed.
2015-01
CE Statement of Compliance updated.
2015-04
Labels, Logo and PLE Model Code updated.
2015-10
List of recommended hydraulic oils updated.
A paragraph was added stating strictly original spare parts should be used or alternatively
the approval of the manufacturer should priory obtained.
The whole paragraph “Deboarding the lift off the ground” is new.
Reference to EN280:2013 removed from the second part of the manual.
2016-06
Description of the steering while driving back or forth amended.
2016-06A
Description of the load control system and its operation amended.
EC-Statement of compliance formats and schemes added.

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Tigieffe thanks you for purchasing a product of its range and reminds you to read this manual and familiarize with its contents
before using the machine. The information in this manual is crucial for the correct use of your aerial work platform and you should
be familiar and comply with these instructions for your own safety. Please don't throw this manual, take some time to read it
through. It's for your own sake and for a better use of your new asset. Please store this manual in a safe place, but at quick-reach
in case of need. The contents of this manual may be modified as a result of any change or improvement done by the manufacturer.
This will involve no prior notice and no other obligations of the manufacturer to make any upgrade, change, or improvement of the
units already in the market. The reproduction or translation of the whole manual or parts thereof is strictly forbidden without prior
written approval of the owner.
CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................................................................................... 5
1.1. Legal mentions .................................................................................................................................................................... 5
1.1.1. Delivery of the machine ............................................................................................................................................... 5
1.1.2. Statements of successful commissioning, first installation test, periodical functional tests and property transfers..... 5
1.1.2.1. Statements of successful commissioning carried out by the first owner. ................................................................. 5
1.1.2.2. Additional Periodical Tests....................................................................................................................................... 6
1.1.2.3. Transfers of ownership ............................................................................................................................................ 6
1.1.3. Operators training and information .............................................................................................................................. 6
1.2. Tests performed before delivery .......................................................................................................................................... 6
1.3. Application field.................................................................................................................................................................... 6
1.3.1. Deboarding Off-ground. ............................................................................................................................................... 7
1.4. Description of the machine .................................................................................................................................................. 7
1.5. Operator's control stations ................................................................................................................................................... 8
1.6. Power supply ....................................................................................................................................................................... 8
1.7. Machine life, demolition and decommissioning................................................................................................................... 8
1.8. Identification......................................................................................................................................................................... 9
1.9. Location of the main components...................................................................................................................................... 10
2. TECHNICAL FEATURES OF STANDARD MACHINES (DIMENSIONS AND PERFORMANCE)........................................... 11
2.1. Vibrations and noise. ......................................................................................................................................................... 13
3. SAFETY SIGNS ........................................................................................................................................................................ 14
3.1. Personal protection devices (PPE). ................................................................................................................................... 14
3.2. General Safety Rules......................................................................................................................................................... 14
3.3. General.............................................................................................................................................................................. 15
3.3.1. Operating Tips and Instructions................................................................................................................................. 15
3.3.2. Handling..................................................................................................................................................................... 15
3.3.3. Operating procedures ................................................................................................................................................ 16
3.3.4. Ground Pressure and load-bearing capacity.............................................................................................................. 18
3.3.5. High-voltage lines. ..................................................................................................................................................... 19
3.4. Hazardous situations and/or accidents.............................................................................................................................. 19
4. INSTALLATION AND PRELIMINARY CHECKS...................................................................................................................... 20
4.1. Familiarizing with the machine........................................................................................................................................... 20
4.2. Preliminary controls. .......................................................................................................................................................... 20
5. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.................................................................................................................................................. 21
5.1. Platform control panel........................................................................................................................................................ 21
5.1.1. ON-OFF main key-selector........................................................................................................................................ 22
5.1.2. Travelling and steering............................................................................................................................................... 23
5.1.3. Platform Lifting / Lowering ......................................................................................................................................... 24
5.1.4. (OPTIONAL) Electrically UP/DOWN controls for the lifting table. .............................................................................. 25
5.1.5. Manual table loading mechanism (STANDARD) ....................................................................................................... 26
5.1.6. More functions of the control panel on the work platform .......................................................................................... 27
5.1.6.1. Emergency STOP button (E) ................................................................................................................................. 27
5.1.6.2. Horn (J).................................................................................................................................................................. 27
5.1.6.1. Battery indicator / Hour meter / Display (L) - Round display.................................................................................. 27
5.1.6.2. Battery indicator / Hour meter / Display (L) - AIRO DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM ......................................................... 28
5.2. Control panel on ground .................................................................................................................................................... 29
5.2.1. Emergency STOP button (power circuit) (A).............................................................................................................. 30
5.2.1. Emergency STOP button (control circuit) (B)............................................................................................................. 30

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5.2.2. Platform lifting/lowering lever (C) ............................................................................................................................... 30
5.2.3. Brake release switch for emergency towing (D)......................................................................................................... 31
5.2.4. Fuses (E) ................................................................................................................................................................... 31
5.2.5. Motion detector w. acoustic alarm (F)........................................................................................................................ 31
5.3. Access to the work platform............................................................................................................................................... 32
5.4. Machine start ..................................................................................................................................................................... 32
5.5. Lifting and handling loads .................................................................................................................................................. 33
5.5.1. Lifting table and on-chassis stowage ......................................................................................................................... 33
5.5.2. Lifting and handling loads on the lifting table ............................................................................................................. 34
5.5.3. Handling loads in the stowage on the chassis ........................................................................................................... 35
5.6. Stopping the machine ........................................................................................................................................................ 36
5.6.1. Normal stop................................................................................................................................................................ 36
5.6.2. Emergency stop button.............................................................................................................................................. 36
5.7. Manual emergency lowering.............................................................................................................................................. 37
5.8. End of a work day.............................................................................................................................................................. 37
6. HANDLING AND TRANSPORTATION..................................................................................................................................... 38
6.1. Handling............................................................................................................................................................................. 38
6.2. Transportation.................................................................................................................................................................... 38
6.3. Emergency tow-away......................................................................................................................................................... 40
7. MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................................................................................................ 41
7.1. Machine cleaning............................................................................................................................................................... 41
7.2. General maintenance......................................................................................................................................................... 42
7.2.1. Adjustments ............................................................................................................................................................... 43
7.2.2. Greasing .................................................................................................................................................................... 44
7.2.3. Checking and changing the hydraulic oil ................................................................................................................... 44
7.2.3.1. Bio-oils (optional). .................................................................................................................................................. 46
7.2.3.1.1. Draining......................................................................................................................................................... 46
7.2.3.1.2. Filters ............................................................................................................................................................ 46
7.2.3.1.3. Washing ........................................................................................................................................................ 46
7.2.3.1.4. Filling............................................................................................................................................................. 46
7.2.3.1.5. Commissioning / check ................................................................................................................................. 46
7.2.3.1.6. Mixing............................................................................................................................................................ 47
7.2.3.1.7. Micro-filtration................................................................................................................................................ 47
7.2.3.1.8. Disposal ........................................................................................................................................................ 47
7.2.3.1.9. Topping up .................................................................................................................................................... 47
7.2.4. Hydraulic filter replacement ....................................................................................................................................... 48
7.2.5. Inclinometer: functional check and calibration ........................................................................................................... 49
7.2.6. Operation check and adjustment of platform overload controller............................................................................... 50
7.2.7. Safety micro: functional check ................................................................................................................................... 51
7.2.8. Dead-man system efficiency check ........................................................................................................................... 51
7.3. Battery ............................................................................................................................................................................... 51
7.3.1. Battery general instructions ....................................................................................................................................... 52
7.3.2. Battery maintenance.................................................................................................................................................. 52
7.3.3. Battery recharge ........................................................................................................................................................ 53
7.3.4. safety devices and fault reports. ................................................................................................................................ 54
7.3.5. Battery replacement................................................................................................................................................... 54
8. MARKS AND CERTIFICATIONS.............................................................................................................................................. 55
9. PLATES AND STICKERS......................................................................................................................................................... 56
10. CONTROL LEDGER............................................................................................................................................................. 58
11. ELECTRIC WIRING ON STANDARD MACHINES............................................................................................................... 70
12. HYDRALIC DIAGRAM FOR STANDARD MACHINES ........................................................................................................ 81
13. FORMAT OF THE EC STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE ..................................................................................................... 82

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1. INTRODUCTION
This is a general manual applicable to all models stated on the cover page. Therefore, the description of the machine and its
components, as well as control and safety systems, may include parts that are not actually available on your machine depending
on model and date of purchase. In order to keep pace with the technical development AIRO-Tigieffe s.r.l. reserves the right to
modify the product and/or the use and maintenance manual at any time without updating the units already delivered.
1.1. Legal mentions
1.1.1. Delivery of the machine
Deliveries to any member country of the EC (European Union) are always accompanied by the following documents:
User's Manual in the native language of the country of use.
CE-plate attached to the machine
Original EC Statement of compliance
Warranty certificate
Only for Italy:
Declaration of commissioning to INAIL
List of the competent local INAIL departments
Statement of in-house testing
Please note: this manual is an integral part of the machine. The original manual or copy thereof must be available on board of the
machine along with the original reports (or copies thereof) of all periodical tests conducted by the user. Should you sell, lease or
elsehow transfer the ownership the machine, make sure that a copy of the manual is handed over with the machine.
1.1.2. Statements of successful commissioning, first installation test, periodical functional tests and property
transfers.
The legal obligations of the owner of the machine vary according to the country of commissioning. Therefore, customers are
recommended to check on the safety procedures applicable in their countries and the Authorities having jurisdiction in their
countries for all work-place-safety-related issues. This manual contains a final section called "Test Records" for a better filing of
documents and recording of any modifications.
1.1.2.1. Statements of successful commissioning carried out by the first owner.
In ITALY the owner of the Aerial Platform must notify the use of the machine to the local competent INAIL and submit it to
periodical compulsory tests. The first of such checks is performed by the INAIL within sixty days from a request being made. In the
event of such time passing without the inspection being made, the employer can call in the ASL (Local Health Unit) or qualified
public or private services. Subsequent tests are carried out by the already-mentioned parties within thirty days from a request
being made. In the event of such time passing without these tests being made, the employer can call in qualified public or private
services. The employer (machine owner) is to bear all costs of the afore mentioned check-ups and tests. The local inspection
Authorities (ASL/USL, ARPA and INAIL) may appoint any other qualified public or private service to carry out the test. In this case,
the appointed private Authorities will act on behalf of Inail (State Authority) by the same powers and qualification of the latter.
Italian Customers using the machine in Italy: please notify successful commissioning of the machine to the competent INAIL
department using the special form found with the other delivery documents and send it by registered letter with bill of receipt.
INAIL will assign the machine a serial number and fill out a “Technical Data Sheet” on the day of the first installation test. The Data
Sheet will exclusively contain the main details of the equipment as-is that will be checked off against the information contained in
the instruction manual. The “Technical Data Sheet” will form an integral part of the machine.

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1.1.2.2. Additional Periodical Tests
Yearly overhauls are compulsory. In Italy, the owners of an Aerial Platform must apply for a periodical check by sending a
registered letter to the local competent inspection board (ASL/USL or other qualified public or private services) at least twenty days
before the expiry of the year from the last check.
PLEASE NOTE: If a machine without a valid control document should be moved to an area outside the competence of the usual
inspection board, the owner of the machine must ask the inspection board, competent for the new territory where the machine is to
be used, for the annual check.
1.1.2.3. Transfers of ownership
In case of transfer of ownership (in Italy) the new owner of the Aerial Platform must notify the ownership of the machine to the local
competent inspection board (ASL/USL or other qualified public or private services) by enclosing a copy of:
Statement of compliance issued by the manufacturer.
Statements of successful commissioning carried out by the first owner.
1.1.3. Operators training and information
The employer must ensure that the workers in charge of the equipment are adequately and specifically trained so they are able to
use the Mobile Elevating Work Platform in a proper and safe way and also avoid the risks caused by other people.
1.2. Tests performed before delivery
Before being placed on the market, each MEWP undergoes the following tests:
Braking test
Overload test
Functional test
1.3. Application field
The machine described in this manual is a self-propelled elevating work platform (EWP) designed for lifting /handling loads:
-Material (either on the LIFTING TABLE and/or in the ON-CHASSIS STOWAGE )
-Operator (on the elevating work platform) (EWP)
Therefore, the machine is designed for picking, loading, and unloading of materials that are either packed or of similar shape, small
and light. The machine is also designed for aerial works.
The maximum allowed capacity is allocated as follows:
Materials on the lifting table: 90 kg
Materials on the ground floor: 130 kg
Operator stand (work platform): 120 kg
It is absolutely forbidden to exceed the maximum capacity indicated by the plate on the work platform The work platform can be
accessed only from the access position, i.e. with the platform completely lowered. It is absolutely forbidden to board the work
platform when it is not in the boarding position.
The load must be placed within the perimeter of the LIFTING TABLE and/or GROUND FLOOR. Occasionally, loads of bigger
dimensions can be handled provided the maximum capacity is suitably reduced, and the load is secured as indicated in the
following chapters. No hanging loads can be handled on the machine, even the maximum capacity is not exceeded.
The machine is not designed for outdoor operations and withstands no wind force. Strictly use indoors on a flat floor, without
obstacles, holes and steps, and with sufficient lighting conditions.
No horizontal loads should be placed on the work platform while the machine moves (ropes, cables, and other fixations etc. are not
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An overload controller stops the machine if the load on the platform exceeds the nominal load by approx. 30% (see chapter
"General Use and Operation”) and the platform is UP.
The machine cannot be used in areas where road vehicles operate. Make sure to alert the presence of the machine by means of
suitable signs when it is used in public areas.
The machine is not intended for towing trucks or other vehicles.
Do not use the machine for any other purposes and applications than the design ones, unless you priory
asked for and obtained the manufacturer's written permission.
If disposal of the unit is necessary, comply with current local regulations.
1.3.1. Deboarding Off-ground.
The risk of deboarding the Aerial Work Platform when the platform is off the ground has not been accounted in our design safety
because the only possible deboarding configuration is the one with the platform completely lowered on ground. For this reason,
boarding or leaving a raised platform is absolutely prohibited.
However, operators do happen to incur certain situations where they need to leave or access the platform in different positions than
the initial boarding one. These situations are commonly referred to as “Boarding the platform off the ground”.
The risks relative to “boarding a platform off the ground” depend on the configuration of the platform, but also from the risk
assessment analysis carried out by the employer before authorizing any such condition. However, the following circumstances
should always be taken in due account:
Site/area characteristics;
Use of the machine as an anchoring point for other operators and other applications, which should be prevented and
never be possible for no reasons;
Use of the machine at xx% of the its performance to prevent additional stress resulting from specific operations, or flexural
bending of the chassis which may force the lift away from the boarding area. In this case, it is recommendable to perform
a few trials and define these limit conditions;
Implementation of a special emergency evacuation procedure (for instance having a man on the platform; another one at
the control panel on ground, while a third one leaves the platform above ground);
Administration of extensive training of the persons involved (both operators and passengers);
Installation of all implements needed at the point of boarding/deboarding to prevent falling of the persons leaving the work
platform.
This paragraph should not be interpreted as a formal approval by the manufacturer to deboard the lift when off-the-ground, which
remains a strictly prohibited action. The Employer is the ultimate person responsible for making any such decision and this
paragraph is merely meant to supply additional information and help.
1.4. Description of the machine
The machine described in this user's manual is a Mobile Elevating Work Platform equipped with:
A motorized wheeled chassis;
A vertical telescopic column operated by one hydraulic cylinder.
A work platform (operator’s stand).
A loading plate for material lifting/handling.
The chassis is motorised to allow the machine to move (see "Use instructions") and has two driving wheels in the back, and two
idle pivoting wheels in the front. Steering is possible thanks to different controls between the gear reducers on the right and the
gear reducers on the left. Automatic braking is guaranteed by the presence of parking brakes, which automatically activate when
drive controls are released.
The hydraulic lifting cylinder of the telescopic extension is single-acting, therefore the lift performs its descent by gravity. The
cylinder has a safety solenoid tightly connected to the same. This features allows the loads to be kept in position (elevating
operator position and lifting table) even if the flexible supply tube accidentally breaks.
The work platform is equipped with rails and toe-boards of a prescribed height (the height of the rails is 1100 mm; the height of
the toe-boards is 150 mm).
The front lifting table is available in two variants:
-Manual: the operator decides beforehand the level to be reached by the lifting table, and secures it there using a spring-
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-Electric: the lifting table can be driven UP/DOWN electrically using the controls located in the work platform. In this case, a
electro-mechanical jack equipped with automatic parking brakes is engaged.
1.5. Operator's control stations
The machine is equipped with the following operator's stations
On the work platform (normal operation controls) On the chassis (control panel equipped with a key-selector to select the
desired control panel and to start the machine).
The ground chassis accommodates: The emergency controls to lower or stop the work platform in emergency situations,
and a switch to deactivate the parking brakes in case of emergency towing.
1.6. Power supply
The machine is powered by an electro-hydraulic system consisting of rechargeable accumulators, electric geared motors and
electric pump. Both the hydraulic and the electric systems are equipped with all necessary safeties and protections (see electric
and hydraulic circuit diagrams annexed to this manual).
1.7. Machine life, demolition and decommissioning.
The machine has been designed to last for 10 years in normal operating conditions, if properly used and serviced. Within this
period, the manufacturer must carry out a complete inspection/overhaul.
Discarding of an obsolete unit must be organized in accordance with the current local regulations.
In Italy, the demolition/decommissioning must be notified to the local ASL / USL or ARPA.
The machine is made from metal parts which are easy to be identified (steel for the most parts, and aluminium for the hydraulic
blocks); thus, we can state that the machine is 90% recyclable.
The European standards and those transposed by the member countries relating to environmental safety
and waste disposal envisage heavy administrative and penal fines in case of infringement.
In case of demolition/decommissioning, carefully keep to the provisions of applicable regulations,
especially as regards materials such as hydraulic oil and batteries.

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1.8. Identification
In order to identify the machine, when spare parts and service are required, always mention the information given in the serial
number plate. Should this plate (as well as the various stickers applied on the machine) be lost or illegible, it is to be replaced as
soon as possible. In order to identify the a machine without a plate or a label, please check the production number punched
underneath the chassis. The exact location of the plate and the number punched on the chassis is shown on the following label.
The main data of the machine to which this book refers are indicated in the following boxes:
MODEL: _________________
CHASSIS: __________________
YEAR: __________________
Fig. 1

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1.9. Location of the main components
Fig.2
1) Lifting table (manual or motorized)
2) Mechanical jack (optional for motorized lifting
tables)
3) On-chassis material storage
4) Flashing lights (optional)
5) Acoustic start alert
6) Pivoting wheels
7) Driving wheels and drive geared motors
8) 230V battery-charger power socket
9) Emergency descent control
10) Microswitch M1
11) Ground chassis with:
Electric pump;
Overcentre
Battery
Inclinometer
Battery charger
Electric control unit
12) Telescopic lifting column and cylinder
13) Controls on the work platform
14) Work platform
15) Microswitch M3 (lifting limit switch)
16) Microswitches M14-M15 (gates control)
17) Microswitches M16-M1 (limit switch for
motorized lifting tables)
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