Upright TL37 Guide

508151-001
SN:7339+
JUNE 09 Edition
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TL37
POWERED ACCESS

S ERVICE & P ARTS M ANUAL
TL37
This manual covers Serial Numbers7339 to Current
When contacting UpRight Powered Access for service orparts information, always
include the MODEL and SERIAL NUMBER from the machine namplate.
www.upright.com
The serial number is stmped into the
chassis above the machine nameplate.
e.g. 7 # # #
(for Operators Manual see 508150-001)

!WARNING!
All personnel shall carefully read, understand and follow all safety rules and operating
instructions before operating or performing maintenance on any UpRight aerial work platform.
Safety Rules
USE OF THE AERIAL WORK PLATFORM:
This aerial work platform is intended to lift persons and his tools as well as the material used for the job. It is designed for repair
and assembly jobs and assignments at overhead workplaces (ceilings, cranes, roof structures, buildings etc.). All other uses of
the aerial work platform are prohibited!
THIS AERIAL WORK PLATFORM IS NOT INSULATED! For this reason it is imperative to keep a safe distance from live parts
of electrical equipment!
Exceeding the specified permissible maximum load is prohibited! See “Special Limitations” for details.
The use and operation of the aerial work platform as a lifting tool or a crane (lifting of loads from below upwards or from up high
on down) is prohibited!
NEVER exceed the manual force allowed for this machine. See “Special Limitations” on for details.
DISTRIBUTE all platform loads evenly on the platform.
NEVER operate the machine without first surveying the work area for surface hazards such as holes, drop-offs, bumps, curbs,
or debris; and operate machine to avoid them.
OPERATE machine only on surfaces capable of supporting wheel loads.
NEVER operate the machine when wind speeds exceed this machine’s wind rating. See “Beaufort Scale” for details.
NEVER attach notice boards etc. to the platform, as this will increase the wind loading effect.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY push EMERGENCY STOP switch to deactivate all powered functions.
IF ALARM SOUNDS while platform is elevated, STOP, carefully lower platform. Move machine to a firm, level surface.
Climbing up the railing of the platform, standing on or stepping from the platform onto buildings, steel or prefab concrete
structures, etc., is prohibited!
Dismantling the swing gate or other railing components is prohibited! Always ensure that the swing gate is closed and
securely locked!
It is prohibited to keep the swing gate in an open position (held open with tie-straps) when the platform is raised!
To extend the height or the range by placing of ladders, scaffolds or similar devices on the platform is prohibited!
NEVER perform service on machine while platform is elevated without blocking elevating assembly.
INSPECT the machine thoroughly for cracked welds, loose or missing hardware, hydraulic leaks, loose wire connections, and
damaged cables or hoses before using.
.NEVER use a machine that is damaged, not functioning properly, VERIFY that all labels are in place and legible before using.
To bypass any safety equipment is prohibited and presents a danger for the persons on the aerial work platform and in its
working range.
NEVER charge batteries near sparks or open flame. Charging batteries emit explosive hydrogen gas.
Modifications to the aerial work platform are prohibited or permissible only at the approval by UpRight Powered Access.
AFTER USE, secure the work platform from unauthorized use by turning both key-switches off and removing key.
The driving or use of MEWP’s on the public highways is subject to Regulations made under the Road Traffic Acts.
NEVER elevate the platform or drive
the machine while elevated unless the
machine is on a firm, level surface.
NEVER climb, stand, or sit on
platform guardrails or midrail.
NEVER position the platform
without first checking for overhead
obstructions or other hazards.
Electrocution Hazard Tip Over Hazard Collision Hazard Fall Hazard
THIS MACHINE IS NOT
INSULATED!

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Introduction 4
DescriptionofEquipment 5
Technical Specification 6
WorkingEnvelope 7
OperatorRequirements 8
WarningNotices 9
. Beaufort Scale 10
TowingInstructions 11
Pre-StartChecks 13
Batteries,&PowerPack 15
SettingUp 16
ExtendingStructure 18
.Basket Controls 18
.Ground Controls 19
SafetyHarness 20
Emergency Controls
.Emergency Stops 20
.Emergency Lower (Aided) 21
.Emergency Lower (Unaided) 22
.Emergency Slew 22
.Cage Overload 23
.Emergency Battery Isolation 24
StowingtheMachine 25
PRE-START CHECKS
CONTENTS

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Maintenance
.Daily Checks 26
.Weekly and Monthly Checks 27
.Slew Drive and Limit Switches 28
Trailer lights 29
Appendices
App’1 Petrol/Bi-fuel Option. 30
App’2 Generator Option. 31
App’3 Mains connection. 32
CONTENTS

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The UpRight TL37’s unique combination of strength, versatility and simplicity,
have made it an instant leader in its class.
Its exceptional working envelope, despite the low towing weight, is achieved
thanks to our innovative boom design.
The third flick boom, with 130 DEGREES working arc, guarantees access to the
most hard to reach places, while the 90 DEGREES basket rotation provides the
precision positioning that is vital for working in tight spaces.
UpRight has a global reputation for innovation and a proud heritage in the
design and manufacture of high quality powered equipment.
The company was founded in the UK more than 25 years ago, on the principle of
constantly improving service excellence for end users.
Every model in our growing range of versatile, trailer mounted units is a class
leader and together they have set new industry benchmarks.
Our commitment to research and design, plus 250,000sq ft of same site
fabrication, build and support capacity, mean UpRight can offer complete solu-
tions to meet even the most demanding access applications.
UpRight has third party accreditation to quality standard ISO 9001 and the full
range proudly carries the CE mark, complying with or exceeding all relevant stan-
dards and EC directives.
UpRight Powered Access is a member of the IPAF
International Powered Access Federation.
INTRODUCTION
The information contained in this type of box contains, WARNING
text. It gives Warnings about the risk of Damage to equipment,
and possibly personnel.
!
This type of box contains, Points of operation to NOTE.
The information contained in this type of box contains, DANGER
text. It gives Warnings about the risk of PERSONAL INJURY to the
operator and or others.
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To ensure you are fully aware of safety and operational
information, the following symbols are used throughout this
manual;

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The UpRight TL37 is of the parallel linkage vertical boom design, mounted on
either a road towable trailer, or on industrial bogie chassis . The unique yet very
simple boom configuration gives the maximum safety and control ability combined
with a robust construction to withstand a heavy working environment.
The TL37 machine is designed for two man capacity with 215 kg S.W.L.
The machine incorporates a bottom boom with tie rod, a short vertical boom and a
top boom with tie rod. The TL37 has also an independent hydraulically operated
Flick-Out Boom and Rotating Cage for extra manoeuvrability.
The hydraulic system is of a fail-safe design throughout, with built-in hydraulic lock
valves on all the rams as a precaution against hose failure. The machine is
controlled by means of proportional manual lever operated valves. These valves are
located at both the base and in the cage, as standard.
Emergency lower valves are fitted as standard to allow the machine to be lowered
from the Base. Additionally, a hand pump is fitted in the cage for emergency
operation.
The hydraulically operated outriggers are fitted with load sensing interlocks, to
prevent the booms being raised without the outriggers being extended and under
load. An interlock prevents the hydraulic outriggers being accidentally retracted
while the booms are raised. A simple system of warning lights show the power is
on and each of the outriggers is under load.
Performance.
Maximum Working Height 13.1 m
Maximum Working Outreach 5.9 m
Capacity (2-man working) 215 kg
Slewing Arc 700°
Airborne Noise Emissions (Battery) 70 dB(A)
(Engine)100dB(A)
(Diesel) 103dB(A)
Construction Standards.
The machine complies fully with the requirements of the following EEC Directives:
Directive 98/37/EC, the ‘Machinery Directive’.
Directive 89/336/EEC, as amended – the ‘Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive’.
Directive 73/23/EEC, as amended – the ‘Low Voltage Directive’.
The machine is designed and tested in accordance with all relevant B.S.I. and
European Standards including EN280.
DESCRIPTION OF EQUIPMENT

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Cage Dimensions
Length 1.20m
Width 0.80m
Guard-railHeight 1.10m
Toe-board Height 0.15m
Operating Dimensions
Maximum Working Height 13.10m
Maximum Cage Height 11.10m
Maximum Outreach ( From centre of rotation ) 5.90m
Travel Dimensions
Towing Length 6.43m
ClosedWidth 1.48m
ClosedHeight 1.95m
Weight (Battery Model) 1450kg (unladen)
Operating Parameters
Safe Working Load 215 kg
Maximum Horizontal Pull 400 N
Maximum Wind Speed 12.5 ms-1
Rotation 700°
CageSlew 90°
Equipment
Bottom Ram Double acting: Bore Ø 60.0 mm
Rod Ø 40.0 mm
Top Ram Double acting: Bore Ø 60.0 mm
Rod Ø 40.0 mm
Flick Ram Double acting: Bore Ø 60.0 mm
Rod Ø 40.0 mm
Stabiliser Ram Double acting: Bore Ø 70.0 mm
Rod Ø 40.0 mm
Bottom & Top Ram Lock Valves Pilot operated over centre valves
Control Valve (Cage) Monoblock unit consisting of five
doubleactingspools
Control Valve (Ground) Monoblock unit consisting of four
doubleactingspools
Control Valve (Stabiliser) Monoblock unit consisting of four
doubleactingspools
Bushes Acetol resin polymer with sintered
bronzebase(DX)
PivotPins StainlessSteelBrightBar
To Grade BS970 303 S31 CW
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

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WORKING ENVELOPE

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1. To operate the machine you must be medically fit and have no problems
with eyesight or hearing.
2. You must have a good head for heights.
3. Your primary concern must be the safe operation of the work platform, the
safety of the people working with you, and the safety of other persons in
your working area.
4. You must be familiar with the contents of this manual, and at no time
attempt to operate the machine beyond the recommended limits.
5. The proper care of the work platform is a major factor in ensuring the safety
of those who work with it.
6. You must not misuse the machine or ignore or interfere with the devices
that have been provided to maintain safety.
7. Operation of the machine should be restricted to personnel who have been
authorised to operate the equipment and have received proper training.
OPERATOR REQUIREMENTS

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1. DO NOT operate this machine unless you have been fully trained in its safe
use.
2. DO NOT operate the machine on soft, slippery or sloping ground unless
adequate precautions have been taken.
The stabilisers are designed to operate on firm level ground with a minimum
bearing strength of 50N/cm2.
The maximum load imposed by an outrigger is 10.3kN.
Advice should be obtained from UpRight as to the type of supports and
precautions required before attempting to operate the machine outside
these parameters.
3. DO NOT use any equipment in the basket to increase the reach or working
height of the machine, e.g. ladders.
4. DO NOT fit any additional equipment to the machine that would increase
the wind loading, e.g. notice boards.
5. DO NOT use the machine for any application that may produce special loads
or forces: the manufacturer, UpRight, must be consulted for approval of
special applications prior to use.
6. DO NOT use the
machine close to
live electrical
conductors. The
minimum safe
working distance
for a machine
working near
overhead power
cables is the
maximum
extended length of
the booms plus 15
metres, measured
with the booms
pointing towards
the lines, i.e. safe
working distance for the TL37 is 20 metres. It is the operator‘s responsibility
to ensure that, when working in the vicinity of live overhead high-voltage
lines, the minimum safe working distance is maintained. Erect a simple
barrier tape at the safe distance.
7. WORKING CLOSE TO POWER CABLES – if work has to be carried out at less
than the safe working distance, the operator must ensure that the
electricity supply has been switched off. Before commencing work, a
written permit to work must be obtained from the owners of the power
cables or the responsible authority.
15m
26m
15m
20m
WARNING NOTICES

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BEAUFORT WIND SPEED SCALE
The Beaufort Scale of wind force is accepted internationally and is used in communicating
weather conditions. It consists of numbers 0 - 12, each representing a certain strength of
velocity of wind at 10m (33ft.) above ground in the open.
Numbers 10-12are not shown in this table.
Approximate corrections for wind speeds at other heights are:
2m subtract 30%; 3m subtract 20%; 6m subtract 10%
15m add 10%; 30m add 25%
8. DO NOT operate the machine unless all four outriggers are down and in full
contact with the ground. The machine must be level and the wheels lifted
visibly clear of the surface before the booms are raised.
9. DO NOT move the machine with the
basket raised and never allow cage
or booms to slew into the path of
oncoming vehicles.
10. DO NOT operate the machine if the wind speed exceeds 12.5 m/s. Be aware
that, when working near high buildings or structures, shielding and
funnelling effects may cause high wind forces on days when the nominal
wind speed in the open is low. Wind speed can either be measured from
the work platform with a hand held anemometer or estimated using the
Beaufort Scale.
SPECIFICATION FOR USE ON LAND M/Sec
0 CALM Calm – smoke rises vertically 0-0.5
1 LIGHT AIR Direction of wind shown by smoke drift but not by wind vanes. 0.6-1.5
2 LIGHT BREEZE Wind felt on faces; leaves rustle; ordinary vanes moved by wind. 1.6-3.0
3 GENTLE BREEZE Leaves and small twigs in constant motion; wind extends light
flag. 3.5-5
4 MODERATE BREEZE Raises dust and loose paper; small branches are moved. 6-8
5 FRESH BREEZE Small trees in leaf begin to sway; crested wavelets form on inland
waterways. 9-10
6 STRONG BREEZE Large branches in motion; umbrellas used with difficulty. 11-13
7 NEAR GALE Whole trees in motion; inconvenience felt when walking against
wind. 14-17
8 GALE Breaks twigs off trees; generally impedes progress. 18-21
9 STRONG GALE Slight structural damage occurs (chimney pots and slates re-
moved) 22-24
DESCRIPTION OF WIND
WARNING NOTICES

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Trailer mounted machines are fitted with suspension units that may be safely
towed behind a car or van at speeds of up 50mph (80km/h) where permitted.
1. Before towing, check the capacity of the vehicle being used.
(Machine weight will increase if optional extras are fitted)
2. Ensure that the road tyres and brakes are in good, serviceable condition.
3. Ensure that all booms are fully lowered and both the transit pins are fitted
through the transit pin holes and secured with the “R” clip on the end of the
chain. (see photographs below)
TOWING INSTRUCTIONS

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4. Ensure that all outriggers are fully raised.
5. Use the Jockey Wheel to raise or lower the tow bar coupling to position the
machine above the 50mm ball hitch on the towing vehicle.
6. Apply the handbrake.
7. Lower the tow bar coupling down onto the ball hitch using the Jockey Wheel
8. Secure the breakaway cable,
(Ensure correct engagement of 50mm ball).
9. Fully raise the Jockey Wheel and lock in position.
10. Release the Handbrake.
11. Plug in the trailer lights (7 pin plug) and check that both vehicle and trailer
lights are working correctly.
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TOWING INSTRUCTIONS

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The following Pre-Start Checks should be carried out before taking the
machine to the place of work.
1. Damaged or Loose Fittings.
Visually Inspect the machine for signs of wear and tear, damage, loose or
missing parts.
2. Wheels. (For towing only)
Check tyres are at the correct pressure, 55 psi (3.8 bar) and that the
wheel nuts are tightened using the correct torque setting (100Nm).
3. Hydraulic fluid.
The hydraulic oil tank is located underneath the slew cover on the left
hand side of the machine (looking from the cage end).
With the booms and outriggers in the transport position, the hydraulic oil
level should be visible between the upper and lower marks of the dipstick.
Top up with ISO Grade 22 hydraulic oil if necessary.
4. Safety Switches.
Visually check the cage overload switch is free from damage.
Check all limit switch arms are free from damage and move easily .
With outriggers in transport position, it must not be possible to operate the
extending structure.
With outriggers deployed, under load and top or bottom boom raised
approximately 50mm, it must NOT be possible to operate the outrigger
controls.
5. Emergency Stop Switches.
Emergency stop switches must operate correctly. Check that each stops the
machine’s controls and that restarting is prevented until all stop switches
are unlatched.
PRE-START CHECKS
The flick boom is not interlocked with the outriggers.
Do Not Overfill the Hydraulic Tank
Serious injury or even death may result by not carrying out the
following checks of the interlock system before the platform is
used!
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6. Emergency Lower/Slew.
With the top and bottom booms raised approximately 500mm each and the
unit switched off, check:
The emergency slew can be operated with the slew handle provided.
The emergency lower valves located on the lift cylinders lower the boom
when pushed in a slow and controlled manner and that the boom movement
is stopped on releasing the valve
To Reset the hydraulic system after checks;
 Fully slew the Basket to the right, so that he ram is fully extended.
 Fully extend the Outriggers while still maintaining Level. (check the bubble)
 Using the ground controls, fully extend both Top and Bottom Booms.
 Fully extend the Flick Out Boom.
All rams must be fully extended at the same time before returning them to
their transit position.
7. Emergency Hand Pump.
With the unit set up for working (i.e. outriggers down, under load and the
machine level with wheels clear of ground) it is possible to lower the cage
using the emergency hand pump.
8. Battery Power (Where applicable)
Check batteries are fully charged and topped up with distilled water
(these.are fitted under the slew cover on both sides of the platform) and that
the Battery Isolating Plug is securely connected.
Hydrometer reading should be 1280-1320sg.
With machine level, the distilled water should cover the plates by
approximately 6mm.
9. Mains Power (Where applicable)
Connect the mains supply, either 110V or 220/240V A.C., depending upon
the motor specification. Check the motor is running when the key is turned to
the ON position.
Check that the voltage and frequency of the power input matches that of the
motor. All extensions must be a minimum of 2.5mm², and no longer than
10m due to possible voltage drop.
10. Petrol Power (Where applicable)
Check the fuel and oil levels of the engine. Switch on the ignition using the
key switch on the slew mounted legend panel. Check the engine runs using
the start and stop buttons in the basket. Check that there is sufficient oil and
fuel to complete a full working shift.
PRE-START CHECKS
If the Emergency Lower is used during normal operation, DO NOT
use the machine, Contact your local UpRight representative.

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Fig. 1
BatteriesBattery Charger
BATTERIES & POWER PACK
Fig. 2
Oil Filler
Dipstick
All extensions must be a minimum of 2.5mm², and no longer than
10m, due to possible voltage drop, which will damage the motor.
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3. With platform key switch set to ’Ground’ (Fig 3)
lower the outriggers by keeping the
‘Outrigger Motor Run’ button (Fig 5) pushed
in, operate the appropriate
‘Outrigger control lever’ (Fig 4), until all
four are 25mm to 50mm from the ground.
1. Park the unit in an appropriate location at the workplace.
2. Apply the handbrake on the trailer and remove from the towing vehicle.
Ground
OFF
Basket
Fig. 3
SETTING UP
Take EXTREME care NOT to ground either the Basket, or the
Jockey Wheel during the next step. !
Do not attempt to set up the machine on steep slopes, ramps or
soft ground.
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4. Lower the Outriggers two at a time starting at the tow bar end (No’s 3&4) until
the jockey wheel just clears the ground.
5. Lower Outriggers 1&2 until the green LED display indicates that they are
under load. (Fig 6)
6. Repeat this sequence for Outriggers 3&4.
Control Levers
Outriggers
Level
indicator
Control Levers
Ground
Fig. 4