ELS LIFT 5.5 Junior SP User manual

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USER MANUAL
Rev. No: 01
JUNIOR5.5 SP
Serial Number: 18131514 –18XXXXX

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Important
Please read carefully and understand the safety
principles and operating instructions before
using this machine, and observe them.
Only trained and authorized persons are
allowed to operate this machine.
This guide should be considered as an integral
reference and should always accompany the
machine.
Please contact us if you have any questions.
Contact Details:
URL: www.elslift.com
[email protected]
[email protected]
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ........................................... 2
Description of Symbols and Hazard Legends
.................................................................... 5
General Safety............................................ 7
Location of Safety Indicators................... 7
Personal Safety........................................... 8
Safety of the Work Area.............................. 8
Battery Safety............................................ 12
Description................................................ 14
Control Panels .......................................... 16
Platform Control Panel.......................... 16
Ground Control Panel ........................... 17
Inspection.................................................. 18
Inspection at the Ground Control Panel 20
Inspection at the Platform Control Panel
.............................................................. 20
Instructions for Use................................... 23
Operation from the Ground Control Panel
.............................................................. 23
Operation from the Platform Control Panel
.............................................................. 23
Charging the Battery............................. 24
Transport and Lifting Instructions ............. 25
Securing to Truck or Trailer for Transit. 26
Lifting the Machine with a Forklift.......... 27
Maintenance Instructions...................... 28
Maintenance.............................................. 29
Periodic Maintenance Schedule ........... 29
Fault Codes and Troubleshooting............. 30
Specifications............................................ 35

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INTRODUCTION
Owners, Users and Operators:
You have purchased an Access Lift. Thank you
for preferring our machines.
If you exactly observe the maintenance and use
instructions, you will definitely get the best
performance.
The purpose of the guide is to help you achieve
this.
Please note the following critical points:
•You must comply with the safety
instructions relating to the machine
itself, its operation and the surrounding
area.
•You must use the machine within
prescribed performance limits.
•Proper periodic maintenance is
essential for maximum lifetime.
During and after the warranty period, ELS after-
sales service is always at your disposal.
In case of an inquiry or claim, please contact our
after-sales department and indicate the
machine type, serial number and operating
time.
When ordering consumables or spare parts,
please additionally use the “Spare Parts”
catalogue to obtain replacement parts secured
by excellent performance guarantee. This guide
is delivered with your machine.

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Danger
Failure to observe the instructions and safety
rules in this manual will result in death and
serious injury.
Do not operate this machine unless the
following conditions are met:
✓Get familiar with and implement the
safe operation principles illustrated in
this manual.
1. Avoid dangerous conditions.
Get familiar with and understand the safety
rules before proceeding with the next
section.
1. Always perform a pre-operation
inspection.
2. Always perform function tests before
operation.
3. Examine the service area.
4. Use this machine appropriately and
only for its intended purpose.
✓Read and understand the
manufacturer's instructions and safety
rules, safety and operating manuals,
and machine labels.
✓Read, understand and observe the
employer's safety rules and workplace
regulations.
✓Read, understand and comply with all
applicable legal regulations.
✓Make sure that you are appropriately
trained to safely operate this machine.
Classification of Hazards
The labels on this machine contain various
symbols, colour codes and warning statements
as follows:
Safety warning symbols warns you of potential
personal injuries.
Observe all safety statements
in this symbol to avoid potential
injury or death.
Otherwise, hazards would
occur, resulting in death or
severe injury.
Indicates a hazardous
condition which, in case of
failure to observe the warning
statement, may result in mild to
moderate injuries.
Indicates a property damage.
For information purposes.
Authorized persons should take the necessary
measures to keep these labels in good and
legible condition. Upon demand, additional
labels should be procured from ELS.

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Intended Use
This machine is designed to lift workers
together with the accompanying tools and
materials to access an aerial area.
Maintenance of Safety Signs
Replace all defective or damaged safety signs.
Always prioritize the operator safety. Use mild
soap and water to clean the safetysigns. Do not
use solvent-based cleaning agents as they may
damage the material used to manufacture the
safety sign.

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Description of Symbols and Hazard Legends
4700090
4700131
4700049
4700056
4700018
4700064
4700053
4700028
4700038
4700051
4700052
4700089
4700061
4700130
4700129
4700017

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List of Symbols and Hazard Legends
•4700090 →Crush Hazard
•4700131 →Maximum Tire Load
•4700049 →Maintenance Bar
•4700056 →Manuals Control
•4700018 →Production Place
•4700064 →No Smoking
•4700053 →Read the Operator’s Manual
•4700028 →Forklift Forks Pocket
•4700038 →Lanyard Attachment Point
•4700033 →Battery Charger Plug
•4700061 →Crush Hazard
•4700130 →Tiedown
•4700017 →Usage Advices
•4700129 →Inside and Outside Terms of Use

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General Safety
Location of Safety Indicators

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Personal Safety
Anti-Fall Protection
When operating the machine, anti-fall protection
must be in place.
Users in the vehicle must wear a safety belt or
safety strap in accordance with the legal
regulations. Hook the seat belt to the bolt on the
platform.
Operators must comply with employer, job site
and governmental rules regarding the use of
personal protective equipment.
All anti-fall protection equipment must comply
with applicable legal regulations and must be
inspected and used as per the manufacturer's
instructions.
Safety of the Work Area
Electrocution Hazards
This machine is not electrically
insulated and will not provide
protection from contact with or
proximity to electrical current.
Maintain safe distances from
electrical power lines and
apparatus in accordance with
applicable governmental
regulations and the following
chart.
Line Voltage
Minimum Safe
Approach
Distance
0 –50 KV
3.0 m
50 –200 KV
4.6 m
200 –350 KV
6.1 m
350 –500 KV
7.6 m
500 –750 KV
10.6 m
750 –1000 KV
13.7 m
Allow for platform movement, electrical line
sway or sag and beware of strong or gusty
winds.
Keep away from the machine if it contacts
energized power lines. Personnel on the
ground or in the platform must not touch or
operate the machine until the power lines are
de-energized.
Do not operate the machine during lightning or
storms.
Do not use the machine as a ground for welding.

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Tip-over Hazards
Occupants, equipment and materials must not
exceed the maximum platform capacity.
Weight of optional parts and accessories such
as pipe skids and panel skids reduce the
nominal platform capacity and therefore should
be taken into account when calculating the total
platform load. Refer to the labels delivered with
the optional parts and accessories.
If you are using accessories, read, understand,
and observe the accompanying labels and
instructions.
Do not alter or disable the limit switches.
Do not raise the platform unless the machine is
on a firm, level surface.
Do not depend on the tilt
alarm as a level indicator.
The tilt alarm sounds on
the chassis only when the
machine is on a slope.
If the tilt alarm sounds:
Lower the platform
carefully. Move the
machine to a firm, level
surface.
When raising the platform,
observe the permissible
manual force values and
number of persons
specified below.
Do not operate the
machine in strong or gusty
winds. Do not increase the
surface area of the
platform or the load.
Increasing the area exposed to the wind will
decrease machine stability.
Use extreme care and slow speeds while
driving the machine in a stowed position across
uneven terrain, debris, unstable or slippery
surfaces and near holes and drop-offs.
Do not drive the machine on or near uneven
terrain, unstable surfaces or other hazardous
conditions with the platform raised.
Do not push off or pull toward any object outside
of the platform.
Maximum Manual Force
Maximum
Number of
Persons
400 N indoor use only
2
200 N outdoor use
1
Do not alter or disable machine components
that in any way affect safety and stability.
Do not replace items critical to machine stability
with items of different weight or specification.
Do not overload the platform.
Do not modify or alter an
aerial work platform without
prior written permission
from the manufacturer.
Mounting attachments for
holding tools or other materials onto the
platform, toeboards or guard rail system can
increase the weight in the platform and the
surface area of the platform or the load.
Do not place or attach fixed or overhanging
loads to any part of this
machine.
Do not place ladders or
scaffolds in the platform or
against any part of this
machine.

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Do not transport tools and materials unless they
are evenly distributed and can be safely
handled by person(s) in the platform.
Do not use the machine on a moving or mobile
surface or vehicle.
Be sure all tires are in good condition and castle
nuts are properly tightened.
Do not use the platform controls to free a
platform that is caught, snagged or otherwise
prevented from normal motion by an adjacent
structure. All personnel must be removed from
the platform before attempting to free the
platform using the ground controls.
Batteries are used as counterweight and are
critical to machine stability. Do not replace the
battery box without the manufacturer's
permission. Do not use batteries that weigh less
than the original equipment.
Do not use the machine as a crane.
Do not tie the platform to adjacent structures.
Hazards Associated
With Slopes
Do not drive the machine on a slope that
exceeds the slope and side slope rating of the
machine Slope rating applies to machines in the
stowed position.
Maximum slope rating, stowed
25% (14°)
Maximum side slope rating
stacked
15% (9°)
Note: Slope rating is subject to ground
conditions and adequate traction. See “Driving
on a Slope” in the Operating Instructions section.
Fall Hazards
Users in the vehicle must wear
a safety belt or safety strap in
accordance with the legal
regulations. Hook the pull cord
to the bolt on the platform.
Do not sit, stand or climb on the
platform guard rails.
Maintain a firm footing on the
platform floor at all times.
Do not climb down from the platform when
raised.
Keep the platform floor clear of debris.
Attach the platform entry chain or close the
entry gate before operating.
Do not enter in or exit the platform if the
machine is in stowed position and platform is
not at ground level.

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Collision Hazards
Be aware of limited sight
distance and blind spots
when driving or operating.
Be aware of extended
platform position when
moving the machine.
Check the work area for
overhead obstructions or
other possible hazards.
Be aware of crushing
hazards when grasping the
platform guard rail.
Operators must comply with employer, job site
and governmental rules regarding the use of
personal protective equipment.
Observe and use colour-coded direction arrows
on the platform controls and platform decal
plate for drive and steer functions.
Do not lower the platform
unless the area below is clear
of personnel and
obstructions.
Limit travel speed according
to the condition of the ground
surface, congestion, slope,
location of personnel, and
any other factors which may cause collision.
Do not operate a machine in the path of any
crane unless the controls of the crane have
been locked out and/or precautions have been
taken to prevent any potential collision.
No stunt driving or horseplay while operating a
machine. The machine must be on a level
surface or secured before releasing the brakes.
Explosion and Fire
Hazards
Charge the battery only in a well-ventilated area
cleared of sparks, flames and lighted tobacco.
Do not operate the machine or charge the
battery in hazardous locations or locations
where potentially flammable or explosive gases
or particles may be present.
Bodily Injury Hazard
Do not operate the machine with a hydraulic oil
or air leak. An air leak or hydraulic leak can
penetrate and/or burn skin.
Improper contact with components under any
cover will cause serious injury.
Only trained maintenance personnel must
access compartments. Access by the operator
is only advised when performing a pre-
operation inspection. All compartments must
remain closed and secured during operation.

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Damaged
Machine Hazards
Do not use a damaged or malfunctioning
machine.
Conduct a thorough pre-operation inspection of
the machine and test all functions before each
work shift. Immediately tag and remove from
service a damaged or malfunctioning machine.
Be sure all maintenance has been performed as
specified in this manual and the appropriate
service manual.
Be sure all decals are in place and legible.
Be sure the operator’s, safety, and
responsibilities manuals are complete, legible
and in the storage container located on the
platform.
Component Damage
Hazard
Do not use the machine as a ground for welding.
Do not use any batterycharger greater than 24V
to charge the batteries. Only use the chargers
recommended by ELS.
Battery Safety
Burn Hazards
Batteries contain acid.
Always wear protective
clothing and eyewear when
working with batteries. Avoid
spilling or contacting battery
acid.
Neutralize battery acid spills
with baking soda and water.
The battery pack should be in upright position.
Do not expose the batteries or the charger to
water or rain during charging.
Explosion Hazards
Keep sparks, flames and lighted
tobacco away from batteries.
Batteries emit an explosive gas.
The battery tray should remain
open during the entire charging
cycle.
Do not contact the battery
terminals or the cable clamps with tools that
may cause sparks.

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Electrocution Hazards
Connect the battery charger
to a grounded, AC 3-wire
electrical outlet only.
Inspect daily for damaged
cords, cables and wires.
Replace damaged items before operating.
Avoid electrical shock from contact with battery
terminals. Remove all rings, watches and other
jewellery during the operation.
Tip-Over Hazard
Do not use batteries that weigh less than the
original equipment. Batteries are used as
counterweight and are critical to machine
stability. Do not replace the battery box without
the manufacturer's permission.
Lifting Hazard
Use appropriate lifting means and proper lifting
techniques when lifting batteries.
After Each Use
✓Select a safe parking location—firm
level surface, clear of obstruction and
traffic.
✓Lower the platform.
✓Turn the key switch to the off position
and remove the key to secure from
unauthorized use.
✓Charge the batteries.

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Description

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1. Battery charger
2. Steer tire
3. Platform Control Panel
4. Batteries
5. Transport and fixing point
6. Flasher
7. Tilt sensor
8. Platform extension lock
9. Platform extension
10. Manual storage box
11. Platform control panel
12. Platform guard rails
13. Platform entry gate
14. Platform
15. Entry ladder
16. Non-steer tire
17. Emergency lowering knob

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Control Panels
Platform Control Panel
1. Emergency Stop button
-Pull out to activate the Emergency
Stop button to enable all functions.
Push the Emergency Stop button to
off position to shut all functions.
2. Right turn key
-When the right turn key is pressed
when holding the function enable
switch, tires are steered rightward
3. Left turn key
-When the left turn key is pressed
when holding the function enable
switch, tires are steered leftward.
4. Function enable switch
-To enable the functions, press and
hold the function enable switch in
the control handle.
5. Fast drive enable light
6. Platform up/down function enable light
7. Drive function enable light
8. Drive function enable switch
-To enable the drive function, press
the drive switch on the platform
control panel.
9. Platform up/down enable switch
-To enable the platform up/down
function, press the platform
up/down switch on the platform
control panel.
10. Fast drive enable switch
-To enable the fast drive function,
press the fast drive switch on the
platform control panel.
11. Fault display

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Ground Control Panel
1. Emergency Stop button
-Pull out to activate the Emergency
Stop button to enable all functions.
Push the Emergency Stop button to
off position to shut all functions.
2. Diagnostic display
3. Menu escape button
4. Menu left button
5. Menu right button
6. Menu enter button
7. Menu down button
8. Menu up button
9. Platform down switch
-Press and hold the platform down
switch. The platform will lower.
10. Ground control key switch
-Turn the ground control select
switch. The ground control panel
functions will be enabled.
11. Platform key switch
-Turn the platform control select
switch. The platform control panel
functions will be enabled.
12. Platform up switch
-Press and hold the platform up
switch. Platform will raise.

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Inspection
Do not operate this machine unless the
following conditions are met:
✓Get familiar with and implement the
safe operation principles illustrated in
this manual.
1. Avoid dangerous conditions.
2. Always perform a pre-operation
inspection.
Get familiar with and understand the pre-
operation inspection before proceeding with
the next section.
1. Always perform function tests before
operation.
2. Examine the service area.
3. Use this machine appropriately and
only for its intended purpose.
Pre-operation Inspection Fundamentals
It is the responsibility of the operator to perform
a pre-operation inspection and routine
maintenance.
The pre-operation inspection is a visual
inspection performed by the operator prior to
each work shift.
The inspection is designed to discover if
anything is apparently wrong with a machine
before the operator performs the function tests.
The pre-operation inspection also serves to
determine if routine maintenance procedures
are required. Only the routine maintenance
items specified in this manual may be
performed by the operator.
Refer to the list on the next page and check
each of the items.
If damage or any unauthorized variation from
factory delivered condition is discovered, the
machine must be tagged and removed from
service.
Repairs to the machine may only be made by a
qualified service technician, according to the
manufacturer's specifications. After repairs are
completed, the operator must perform a pre-
operation inspection again before proceeding
with the function tests.
Scheduled maintenance inspections shall be
performed only by qualified service technicians,
according to the manufacturer's specifications
and the requirements listed in the
responsibilities manual.

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Pre-operation Inspection
✓Be sure the operator’s, safety, and
responsibilities manuals are complete,
legible and in the storage container
located on the platform.
✓Be sure that all decals are legible and
in place. See the Inspections section.
✓Check for hydraulic oil leaks andproper
oil level. Add oil if needed. See the
Maintenance section.
✓Check for battery fluid leaks and proper
fluid level. Add distilled water if needed.
See the Maintenance section.
Check the following components or areas
for damage, improperly installed or missing
parts and unauthorized modifications:
✓Electrical components, wiring and
electrical cables
✓Hydraulic hoses, fittings, cylinders and
manifolds
✓Hydraulic tank
✓Motors
✓Wear pads
✓Tires and wheels
✓Limit switches and horn
✓Beacon and alarms (if equipped)
✓Nuts, bolts and other fasteners
✓Platform extension
✓Earth wire
✓Battery pack and connections
✓Platform control joystick
✓Platform entry gate
Check entire machine for:
✓Cracks in welds or structural
components
✓Dents or damage to machine
✓Excessive rust, corrosion or oxidation
✓Be sure that all structural and other
critical components are present and all
associated fasteners and pins are in
place and properly tightened.
✓Make sure that batteries are in place
and properly connected.
✓After the inspection is complete, be
sure that all component covers are in
place and latched.