Mec 85-J User manual

Part # 95803
January 2024
Meets requirements of ANSI A92.20-2020 and CSA B354.6-2019.
Serial Number Range 14900000 - Up
Operator’s Manual
85-J
ART_5798

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Revision History
Date Reason for Update
January 2024 New Release
1401 S. Madera Avenue, Kerman, CA 93630 USA
Toll Free: 1-877-632-5438
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
[email protected]
www.MECawp.com
MEC Aerial Work Platforms

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Table of Contents
Section 1 - Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Introduction � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 1
Section 2 - Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Safety � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 2
Safety Alert Symbols & Fall Protection � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 3
Section 3 - Specications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Specications � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 4
Section 4 - Hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Electrocution Hazard � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 5
Energized Conductor Contact Hazard� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 6
Tip-over Hazards � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 8
Fall & Collision Hazards � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 10
Additional Safety Hazards � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 11
Section 5 - Controls & Components . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Component Locations � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 12
Platform Controls � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 13
Base Controls � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 16
Section 6 - Workplace Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Workplace Inspection � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 18
Section 7 - Operating Instructions & Pre-Operation Function Tests. . . . 19
Operating Instructions & Pre-Operation Function Tests � � � � � � � � � � 19
Base Controls Operation & Pre-Operation Functions Test � � � � � � � � � 21
Platform Control Operation & Pre-Operation Functions Test � � � � � � � � � 26
Platform Control Panel� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 27
Platform Operations Test � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 28
Drive Control Lever Operation� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 30
Auxiliary Power System & Test � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 35
Section 8 - Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Maintenance � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 37
Supporting the Boom Assembly � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 39
Pre-Start Inspection Checklist � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 40
Frequent Inspection Checklist � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 41
Maintenance Inspection Report � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 42
Lubrication� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 43
Section 9 - Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Troubleshooting � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 44
Section 10 - Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Decals � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 45

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Serial Plate � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 48
Section 11 - Transport and Lifting Instructions . . . . . . . . . 49
Transport and Lifting Instructions � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 49

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Introduction
This Operator’s Manual has been designed to provide you, the owner, user or operator, with the
instructions and operating procedures essential to properly and safely operate your MEC Aerial Work
Platform for positioning personnel, along with their necessary tools and materials, to overhead work
locations.
NOTICECAUTION
CAUTIONWARNINGDANGER
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This Operator’s Manual and other manuals provided by MEC on the
machine must be read and understood prior to operating your MEC Aerial
Work Platform. The operator should not accept operating responsibility
until he/she has read and understands the operator’s manual as well as
having operated the MEC Aerial Work Platform under supervision of an
authorized, trained and qualied operator.
It is essential that the operator of the aerial work platform is not alone at
the workplace during operation.
Modications of this machine from the original design and specications
without written permission from MEC are strictly forbidden. A
modication may compromise the safety of the machine, subjecting the
platform occupants and personal around the machine to serious injury or
death.
Your MEC Aerial Work Platform has been designed, built, and tested to provide safe, dependable
service. Only authorized, trained and qualied personnel shall be allowed to operate or service the
machine.
MEC, as manufacturer, has no direct control over machine application and operation. Proper safety
practices are the responsibility of the owner, user and operator.
If there is a question on application and/or operation contact:
1401 S. Madera Avenue, Kerman, CA 93630 USA
Toll Free: 1-877-632-5438
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
[email protected]
www.MECawp.com
MEC Aerial Work Platforms
Section 1 - Introduction

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Safety
DO NOT operate this machine until you have read and understood this manual, have
performed the Workplace Inspection, Pre-Start Inspection and Routine Maintenance, and have
completed all the test operations detailed in the Operating Instructions section.
Failure to read, understand and follow all safety rules, warnings, and instructions could result in
serious injury or death. For your safety and the safety of those around you, you must operate your
machine as instructed in this manual.
MEC designs aerial work platforms to safely and reliably position personnel, along with their
necessary tools and materials, at overhead work locations. The owner/user/operator of the machine
should not accept responsibility for the operation of the machine unless properly trained.
ANSI and other applicable standards identify requirements of all parties who may be involved with
self-propelled elevating work platforms. The Manual of Responsibilities is considered a part of this
machine and can be found in the manual compartment, located at the platform control station. To
ensure safe use of machine, inspections and training specied in ANSI/SIA A92.22 & A92.24 must be
performed at designated intervals as prescribed.
NOTICECAUTION
CAUTIONWARNING
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This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov.
Section 2 - Safety Safety

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January 2024Section 2 - Safety Safety Alert Symbols & Fall Protection
MEC manuals and decals use symbols, colors and signal words to help you recognize important
safety, operation and maintenance information.
NOTICECAUTION
CAUTIONWARNINGDANGER
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RED and the word DANGER – Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
NOTICECAUTION
CAUTIONWARNING
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ORANGE and the word WARNING – Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
NOTICECAUTION
CAUTION
ART_6091
YELLOW with alert symbol and the word CAUTION – Indicates a
potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor
or moderate injury.
NOTICECAUTION
ART_6091
YELLOW without alert symbol and the word CAUTION – Indicates a
potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in
property damage.
NOTICE
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GREEN and the word NOTICE – Indicates operation or maintenance
information.
Fall Protection
Operators must comply with employer, job site and governmental rules
regarding the use of personal protective equipment.
If required by your employer or job site, use personal fall protection
equipment (PFPE) when operating this machine.
ART_4713
All PFPE must comply with applicable governmental regulations, and must be inspected and used in
accordance with the PFPE manufacturer’s instructions.
Fall restraint must be properly attached to a designated anchorage point when driving or operating
the machine. Attach only one fall restraint to each anchorage point.

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January 2024Section 3 - Specications
Specications
Work Height192 ft 28.1 m
Platform Height 85 ft 8 in 26.1 m
Maximum Drive Height 85 ft 8 in 26.1 m
Maximum
Outreach Telescopic 70 ft 21.3 m
Articulated 60 ft 18.2 m
Turntable Swing 360° Continuously
Jib Range Of Motion 133°
Platform Rotation 180° (90° Each Side)
Machine Weight2(Unloaded) 37,480 lbs 17,000 kg
Lift Capacity Unrestricted 600 lbs 272 kg
Restricted 900 lbs 408 kg
Maximum Occupants 2
Stowed Height 9 ft 5 in 2.92 m
Overall Length 37 ft 3 in 11.37 m
Overall Width 8 ft 4 in 2.59 m
Tailswing 5 ft 6 in 1.71 m
Wheel Base 9 ft 1 in 2.8 m
Platform
Details
Width 90 in 2.28 m
Depth 40 in 1 m
Entry 1 End Swing Gate, 2 Slide Bar Entries
Turning Radius, Inside 6 ft 1 in 1.87 m
Ground Clearance 1 ft 3 in 0.41 m
Lift Speed 55-70 seconds
Extend Speed 50-60 seconds
Jib Lift Speed 24-36 seconds
Drive Speed
(Proportional) Stowed 3.7 mph 6 km/h
Raised/Extended 0.6 mph 1.1 km/h
Gradeability Stowed, Downhill 45% (24.2°)
Stowed, Uphill 45% (24.2°)
Breakover Angle 40% (22°)
Axle Oscillation 14° (7° Each Side)
Maximum Wind Speed 28 mph 12.5 m/sec (45 km/h)
Engine 75hp Deutz TD 2.9 L4
Fuel Type Diesel
Fuel Capacity 35 gal 135 L
Hydraulic Fluid Capacity 52 gal 200 L
Meets requirements of ANSI A92.20-2020 and CSA B354.6-2019.
Allowable ambient temperature range: -20° F to 120° F (-29° C to 49°C).
Consult with MEC for operation outside of this range.
1Working Height adds 6 feet (2 m) to platform height.
2Weight may increase with certain options.
Specications

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January 2024Section 4 - Hazards Electrocution Hazard
NOTICECAUTION
CAUTIONWARNINGDANGER
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ELECTROCUTION HAZARD! THIS MACHINE IS NOT INSULATED!
DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY will result from contact with or inadequate
clearance from any electrically charged conductor.
You must maintain a CLEARANCE OF AT LEAST 10 FEET (3.05 m)
between any part of the machine, or its load, and any electrical line or
apparatus carrying over 300 Volts up to 50,000 Volts. One foot (30.5 cm)
additional clearance is required for every additional 30,000 Volts.
Observe Minimum Safe Approach Distance.
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 government regulations and the following chart:
Voltage Minimum Safe Approach Distance
Phase to Phase Feet Meters
0 to 300 Volts Avoid Contact
Over 300V to 50kv 10 3.1
Over 50KV to 200KV 15 4.6
Over 200KV to 350KV 20 6.1
Over 350KV to 500KV 25 7.6
Over 500KV to 750KV 35 10.7
Over 750KV to 1000KV 45 13.7
ILLUSTRATIONNo.
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ILLUSTRATIONNo.
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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 energized power lines are shut o󰀨.
Electrocution Hazard

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January 2024Section 4 - Hazards Energized Conductor Contact Hazard
ART_3265
No go zone
Spotter
required
zone
Personal
protection
barriers
FRONT VIEW
(a) Distribution lines up to and including 133 kV
SIDE VIEW
6.4
6.4
3
3Sag
Variations
in sag
(b) Transmission lines greater than 133 kV
No go zone Spotter
required
zone
Sway
10
10
8
8
FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW
Sag
Variations
in sag
Sag
Sag
LEGEND
CLEARANCES FROM LIVE AERIAL CONDUCTORS
= No shading, in the front views, indicates no proximity requirements
= Light shading indicates spotter is required
= Heavy shading indicates the NO GO ZONE
(a) Affected area
Min. volts
Min. volts
Max. volts
Higher voltage
Lower voltage
(b) Avoid simultaneous contact across
areas of high potential difference
5000 V
20000 V
15000 V
10000 V
5000 V