Reechcraft PowerLift PL65 Instruction Manual

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PL65 OPERATOR’S SAFETY MANUAL

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It is important that you read, understand, and obey the contents of this manual. Keep it
with the machine at all times.
The purpose of this manual is to provide safe and proper operating procedures for anyone
utilizing this machine.
Because we at ReechCraft, Inc. are always working to improve our products, processes,
and procedures, we reserve the right to make changes without prior notice. Please contact
ReechCraft for updated information.
This is the Safety Alert Symbol. It is used throughout this manual and on the machine to
alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Understand and obey all safety messages
that correspond with this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
INDICATES AN IMMINENTLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION THAT, IF NOT AVOIDED, WILL
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. THIS DECAL WILL HAVE A RED BACKGROUND.
INDICATES A POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION THAT, IF NOT AVOIDED, COULD
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. THIS DECAL WILL HAVE AN ORANGE
BACKGROUND.
INDICATES A POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION THAT, IF NOT AVOIDED, MAY
RESULT IN MINOR OR MODERATE INJURY. IT MAY ALSO ALERT AGAINST UNSAFE
PRACTICES. THIS DECAL WILL HAVE A YELLOW BACKGROUND.
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOLS AND SAFETY SIGNAL WORDS
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THIS PRODUCT MUST COMPLY WITH ALL SAFETY-RELATED BULLETINS. CONTACT
REECHCRAFT, INC. OR THE LOCAL AUTHORIZED REECHCRAFT REPRESENTATIVE FOR
INFORMATION REGARDING SAFETY-RELATED BULLETINS THAT MAY HAVE BEEN
ISSUED FOR THIS PRODUCT.
REECHCRAFT, INC. SENDS SAFETY-RELATED BULLETINS TO THE OWNER ON RECORD
OF THIS MACHINE. CONTACT REECHCRAFT TO ENSURE THAT THE CURRENT OWNER
RECORDS ARE UPDATED AND ACCURATE.
REECHCRAFT MUST BE NOTIFIED IMMEDIATELY IN ALL INSTANCES WHERE OUR
PRODUCTS HAVE BEEN INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT INVOLVING BODILY INJURY OR
DEATH OF PERSONNEL, OR WHERE SUBSTANTIAL PERSONAL PROPERTY DAMAGE
OR DAMAGE TO THE REECHCRAFT PRODUCT HAS OCCURRED.
Contact Us Regarding:
• Accident Reporting
• Product Safety Publications
• Current Owner Updates
• Product Safety Questions
• Standards and Regulations Compliance Information
• Questions Regarding Special Applications
• Questions Regarding Product Modifications
Contact Information:
Technical Safety and Engineering Department
845 34th St S, Fargo, ND 58102
[e-mail]
In USA: 888-600-6160 Outside USA: 701-280-5900

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REVISION LOG
Updated Version of Manual ............................................................................... June 2022
Original Version of Manual ....................................................................... December 2019
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Alert Symbols and Safety Signal Words ................................................................... 2
Contact Information........................................................................................................... 3
Revision Log....................................................................................................................... 4
SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1.0 Introduction................................................................................................................ 8
1.1 Pre-operation.............................................................................................................. 8
Operator Preparedness ............................................................................................. 8
Worksite Inspection.................................................................................................... 9
Machine Inspection.................................................................................................... 9
1.2 Operation...................................................................................................................10
Machine Safety Information.....................................................................................10
Fall Hazards...............................................................................................................10
Electrocution Hazards...............................................................................................11
Tipping Hazards....................................................................................................... 12
Crushing and Collision Hazards ..............................................................................14
Safety Information....................................................................................................14
SECTION 2 - PREPARATION +INSPECTION
2.0 Introduction.............................................................................................................. 15
2.1 Operator Requirements........................................................................................... 15
Operator Responsibilities........................................................................................ 15
2.2 Preparation, Inspection, + Maintenance ................................................................ 16
Pre-start Inspection.................................................................................................. 16
2.3 Daily Walk-around Inspection ................................................................................. 17
Walk-around Inspection Components.................................................................... 18
2.4 Function Check ......................................................................................................... 23
Function Check Items............................................................................................... 23
SECTION 3 - MACHINE OPERATION
3.0 Introduction.............................................................................................................. 25
3.1 Machine Description................................................................................................ 25
3.2 Drill Motor ................................................................................................................ 27
3.3 Machine Operation .................................................................................................. 28

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3.4 Machine Setup ......................................................................................................... 29
Stabilizing the Base ................................................................................................. 29
Elevating................................................................................................................... 31
Joining Mast Sections............................................................................................. 32
Separating Mast Sections....................................................................................... 33
Unpowered Descent................................................................................................ 33
3.5 Maneuvering + Transport ....................................................................................... 34
Upright Maneuvering.............................................................................................. 34
Tilted-back Maneuvering........................................................................................ 34
Parking and Storage................................................................................................ 36
VehicleTransport...................................................................................................... 36
SECTION 4 - EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
4.0 Introduction.............................................................................................................. 37
Manual Descent Crank ............................................................................................ 37
Discharged Battery or Loss of Power..................................................................... 38
Operator Unable to Control the Machine .............................................................. 39
Platform Caught Overhead ..................................................................................... 40
4.1 Incident Notification ................................................................................................ 40
SECTION 5 - GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
5.0 Introduction.............................................................................................................. 41
5.1 Decal Contents + Locations..................................................................................... 41
5.2 Specifications........................................................................................................... 43
Machine Specifications ........................................................................................... 43
SECTION 6 - SERVICE +MAINTENANCE
6.0 Introduction.............................................................................................................. 46
Maintenance Safety ................................................................................................. 47
6.1 Machine Preparation, Inspection, + Maintenance............................................... 4 7
Preparation, Inspection, and Maintenance............................................................ 4 7
Pre-start Inspection................................................................................................. 48
Frequent and Pre-delivery Inspection .................................................................... 48
Annual Machine Inspection .................................................................................... 48
5-year Machine Inspection and Track Replacement.............................................. 48
6.2 Preventive Maintenance + Inspection Schedule ................................................... 49
Inspection and Maintenace Codes ......................................................................... 49
6.3 Servicing + Maintenance Guidelines..................................................................... 5 1
Safety and Workmanship........................................................................................ 51
Cleanliness ............................................................................................................... 51
Component Disassembly and Reassembly........................................................... 51

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6.4 Decal Replacement.................................................................................................. 5 2
6.5 Mast Track Inspection Procedure........................................................................... 5 2
Mast Track Wear....................................................................................................... 53
Mast Track Misalignment........................................................................................ 53
Mast Track Connector Wear .................................................................................... 53
Machine Log ............................................................................................................ 54
SECTION 7 - TROUBLESHOOTING
7.0 Introduction............................................................................................................. 55
Troubleshooting Procedures .................................................................................. 55
Troubleshooting Guide........................................................................................... 56
SECTION 8 - WARRANTY ................................................................................................ 57

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LIST OF TABLES
1.0 Minimum Approach Distances (MAD)..........................................................................11
2.0 Inspection and Maintenance........................................................................................ 17
5.0 Decal Contents and Locations..................................................................................... 41
5.1 Machine Specifications ................................................................................................ 43
6.0 Preventive Maintenance and Inspection Schedule .................................................... 50
6.1 Machine Log.................................................................................................................. 54
7.0 Troubleshooting Guide................................................................................................. 56
LIST OF FIGURES
1.0 Fall Hazards ................................................................................................................... 10
1.1 Electrocution Hazards ....................................................................................................11
1.2 Tipping Hazards (1 of 2)................................................................................................ 12
1.3 Tipping Hazards (2 of 2)................................................................................................ 13
2.0 Inspection Points .......................................................................................................... 18
2.1 Bubble Level and Retaining Pin................................................................................... 18
2.2 Climbing Unit................................................................................................................ 19
2.3 MaximumTrack Wear.................................................................................................... 20
2.4 Location of Manual Descent Crank ............................................................................. 20
2.5 Platform Mounting and Retaining Pins....................................................................... 21
2.6 Inspection Points for Straddle Base Option................................................................ 22
2.7 Mast Connectors........................................................................................................... 24
3.0 Outrigger Base Option ................................................................................................. 25
3.1 Straddle Base Option ................................................................................................... 26
3.2 Typical Drill Motor........................................................................................................ 27
3.3 Stabilizing the Outrigger Base ..................................................................................... 29
3.4 Stabilizing the Straddle Base ....................................................................................... 30
3.5 Bubble Level.................................................................................................................. 31
3.6 Drill Motor Operation/ Elevating .................................................................................. 31
3.7 Joining Mast Sections.................................................................................................. 32
3.8 Separating Mast Sections............................................................................................ 33
3.9 Maneuvering WhenTilted Back ................................................................................... 35
4.0 Manual Descent Crank Operation............................................................................... 38
4.1 Emergency Retraction System .................................................................................... 39
5.0 Decal Locations............................................................................................................. 42
5.1 Machine Specifications (1 of 2).................................................................................... 44
5.2 Machine Specifications (2 of 2).................................................................................... 45
6.0 Mast/Track Alignment................................................................................................... 53

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This section is the starting point for establishing habitual precautions for safe operation
of the machine.This manual is your guide in developing a daily routine that focuses on
safety and proper maintenance of the machine prior to each use. A maintenance program
must be established and conducted by a qualified person to ensure the machine is in safe
working condition before it is operated.
Before operating the machine, the operator shall:
1. Read, understand, and obey the operating instructions and safety rules in this
manual.
2. Obey all labels, warnings, and instructions located on the machine.
3. Be sure that all occupants of the machine wear appropriate personal protective
equipment (PPE) for the conditions.
If there are any questions regarding safety, training, maintenance, inspection, application,
or operation of the machine, please contact ReechCraft.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS LISTED INTHIS MANUAL COULD
RESULT IN MACHINE DAMAGE, PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY, OR DEATH.
1.0 Introduction
SECTION 1
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1.1 Pre-operation
Operator Preparedness
• Do not operate this machine until the operator has read and fully comprehends
the Operator’s Safety Manual of the machine.
• Only competent personnel may operate the machine.
• Read, fully comprehend, and obey all dangers, warnings, cautions, and operating
instructions on the machine and in this manual.
• Only use this machine in a manner which is within the scope of the intended
application set by ReechCraft.
• All operating personnel must be familiar with the emergency procedures and
controls specified in this manual.

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• All operating personnel must read, comprehend, and obey all applicable
employer, local, and governmental regulations as they pertain to the safe
operation of the machine.
Worksite Inspection
• The operator is to take measures to identify and avoid all hazards in the work
area that will affect the safe operation of the machine.
• Do not elevate unless all tools, equipment, and materials can be safely stowed
within the platform.
• Machine can be operated in ambient air temperature of -20°F to 135°F (-29°C
to 57°C). Consult ReechCraft for operation outside of this range. Machine
performance may be affected in very hot or cold conditions.
Machine Inspection
• Before machine operation, perform walk-around inspections and function
checks. Refer to Section 2 of this manual for further instructions.
• No one shall operate the machine until it has been inspected, serviced, and
maintained according to the requirements in this manual.
MODIFICATION OR ALTERATION OF THE MACHINE SHALL BE MADE ONLY WITH PRIOR
WRITTEN PERMISSION FROM THE MANUFACTURER.
• Do not operate any machine on which the safety decals or instruction placards
are missing or illegible.
• Avoid any buildup of debris on platform floor. Keep mud, oil, grease, and other
slippery substances from footwear and the platform floor.
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1.2 Operation
Machine Safety Information
• Do not use the machine for any purpose other than positioning personnel, their
tools, equipment, and materials.
• Never operate a machine that is not working properly. If a malfunction occurs,
stop operating the machine and contact ReechCraft.
• Unless in an emergency, do not allow personnel to tamper with or operate the
machine from the ground with personnel on the platform.
• The operator will not elevate the platform unless the bearing surface is
stationary and capable of supporting the intended load.
• Always ensure that power tools are properly stowed and never left suspended
by their cord from the platform.
• Be sure to fully lower the platform completely and remove all power before
leaving the machine.
• No more than one person is allowed on the machine. Only the operator is
permitted in the platform during operation.
Fall Hazards
• Do not enter or leave the platform while
elevated.
• Before operating the machine, make sure
all mast sections, outriggers, railings,
and gates are in their proper positions.
Be sure the platform is properly secured
to the climbing unit before operating the
machine.
• Keep both feet firmly positioned on the
platform floor at all times. Never use
ladders, boxes, steps, planks, or any other
item on the platform to provide additional
height for greater reach.
• Never use the mast or railings to enter or
leave the platform.
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Figure 1.0 - Fall Hazards