Upright POWERED ACCESS TL34 User manual

POWERED ACCESS
WORK PLATFORM
TL34
Sep 2009
Manual part number 510468-000 for serial numbers 00001 to current.
SERVICE MANUAL

Operation M ANUAL
TL34
This manual covers Serial Numbers  to Current
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include the MODEL and SERIAL NUMBER from the machine namplate.
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The serial number is stDmped into the
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CONTENT SECTION
Introduction 1
Description of Equipment 2
Technical Specification 3
Working Envelope 4
Operator Requirements 5
Warning Notices 6-7
Pre-Start Checks
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9-10
Batteries, & Power Pack 11
Setting Up 12-14
Extending Structure 15
Lowering Structure 16
Slewing Structure 17
Safety Harness & 18-21
Emergency Controls
Stowing the Machine 22
Towing Instructions
Maintenance 23-26

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.
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.
To ensure you are fully aware of safety and operational
information, the following symbols are used throughout this
manual;
The Aerial Access TL34 is a very versatile means of gaining access in difficult locations.
The machine is extremely safe in operation providing that basic rules are observed in
setting up the machine.
Operators should have read and understood the contents of the manual, and received full
training in the safe use of the machine before attempting to use it.
INTRODUCTION
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The TL34 is a trailer mounted work platform with a 2-man cage giving access to maximum
height of 12.20m. It offers safe, versatile and easy access for two men plus tools up to a
total of 215Kg. Its unique boom configuration allows this height to be reached while still
offering compact closed dimensions and exceptional manoeuvrability. It is manufactured
from steel hollow sections conforming to BS4360 1986. All joints are fully welded by
Metal Inert Gas (MIG) or Manual Metal Arc (MMA) processes. The main pivots are set in
bushed housings. The bushes are self-lubricating for minimum maintenance and long
life. The main boom pins are chromed and all other pins are TuftridgeTH coated.
The platform is powered by a 12V DC battery pack operating an electric motor which
in turn drives a hydraulic pump. This provides a maximum hydraulic pressure output
of 210 Bar max. Battery powered models are fitted with an ‘on-board’ battery charger.
Limit switches are fitted to the stabilisers thereby ensuring that the booms cannot be
elevated unless the stabilisers are first deployed. Machines equipped with hydraulic
stabilisers are also fitted with a limit switch on the booms to ensure that the stabilisers
cannot be operated when the booms are elevated. Lift is provided by single acting
hydraulic cylinders on the top and bottom boom and rotation is achieved by the use of a
hydraulic motor driving a pinion via a gearbox.
Control is provided by a live hydraulic system. Lift is controlled from monoblock bank
valves, mounted in the cage and in the control cabinet at the ground, which allows
precise control of the two platform functions (Lift and Rotate). The lift cylinders are fitted
with solenoid operated check valves which ensure that in the event of hose failure, the
platform will not descent without deliberate action being taken to lower the platform. The
lift cylinders are also fitted with a flow control valve to control the rate at which the
platform descends.
All equipment at ground level except the rotation motor is situated on the cabinet on the
side of the platform.
Facility is provided for lowering the platform at ground level in the case of any emergency
Performance.
Maximum Working Height 12.20 m
Maximum Working Outreach: 5.00 m
Capacity (2 man working): 215 kg
Slewing Arc: 360 degrees°
Airborne Noise Emissions: 70 dB(A)
European Directives.
1) 2006/42/EC – the Machinery Directive.
2) 2004/108/EC – the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive.
3) 2006/95/EC – the Low Voltage Directive.
The machine is designed and tested in accordance with European Standard EN280.
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DESCRIPTION OF EQUIPMENT

Operating Dimensions
Maximum Working Height 12.20 m
Maximum Cage Height 10.20 m
Maximum Outreach 5.00 m
Outrigger Footprint (manual) 3.6 m x 3.6 m
Outrigger Footprint (hydraulic) 3.7 m x 3.7 m
Cage Dimensions
Length 1.20 m
Width 0.80 m
Guard-rail Height 1.10 m
Toe-board Height 0.15 m
Travel Dimensions
Towing Length 5.30 m
Closed Width 1.5 m
Closed Height 2.2 m
Weight (manual outriggers) 1300 kg
Operating Parameters
Safe Working Load 215 kg
Maximum Horizontal Pull 400 N
Maximum Wind Speed 12.5 ms-1
Rotation 360 °
BUSHES Acetol resin polymer with sintered
bronze base (DX)
PIVOT PINS EN 3B high tensile steel
TYRES 165 X 13 8ply
TYRE PRESSURE 3.8 Bar (55psi) cold
WHEEL NUTS TORQUE SETTING 100Nm (75Lbft)
BATTERIES 2 X 6v 225Ah (Heavy duty traction)
CHARGER 12vdc 25a – 110 OR 220Vac 50Hz
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Maximum Chassis Inclination 0.5 °
Vibration Less than 2.5ms
Operating Temperature Range -20°c to +40°c -2
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WORKING ENVELOPE
3m
0m5m 5m1m2m3m4m 1m 2m 3m 4m
0m
1m
13m
2m
4m
4m
5m
6m
7m
8m
9m
10m
11m
12m
0m
1m
2m
3m
4m
5m
6m
7m
8m
9m
10m
11m
12m
13m
5m 4m 3m 2m 1m 0m 1m 2m 3m 5m

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 TL34 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

BEAUFORT WIND SPEED SCALE
The Beaufort Scale of wind force is acceptedinternationally 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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1. Before towing, check the capacity of the vehicle being used. The standard
machine weighs 1300 kg (manual outriggers). (Machine weight may be greater if
optional extras are fitted)
2. Ensure that the road tyres and brakes are in good, serviceable condition.
3. Ensure that booms are fully lowered.
4. Ensure that all outriggers are fully raised and both spring locking pins on each
5. Use the jockey wheel to raise or lower the tow bar coupling to position the
machine above the 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
(ensure correct engagement onto ball).
8. Connect the breakaway cable and lighting plug to the towing vehicle and raise the
jockey wheel to its stowed position
9. Check to ensure that the trailer lights function when the towing vehicle lights are
switched on.
10. Check the stabilisers are in the stowed position.
11. Release handbrake.
12. The trailer is now ready for towing.
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TOWING INSTRUCTIONS
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6
8
outrigger are fully located in.
Fig 1
The TL34 is designed to be towed from one site location to another behind saloon cars
and light commercial vehicles (see vehicle manufacturers specification for suitability) at
speeds up to 50mph (80km/h) where permitted paying regard to your relevant national
traffic regulations. Because the trailer is fitted with auto-reverse brakes, always check
the wheels when parking with the tow hitch facing up a slope.

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 right
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.
Check all limit switch arms are free from damage and move easily, see Fig 2.
With outriggers in transport position, it must not be possible to operate the
extending structure.
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5. Battery Power
Check batteries are fully charged and topped up with distilled water
(these.are fitted under the slew cover ) and that the Battery Isolating Plug is
Hydrometer reading should be 1280-1320sg.
With machine level, the distilled water should cover the plates by
approximately 6mm.
LIMIT SWITCH HYDRAULIC CYLINDER LOCK VALVE
FIG. 2
securely connected.
PRE-START CHECKS
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!
See Fig 3

PRE-START CHECKS
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With the top and bottom booms raised approximately 500mm each, the
unit switched off and the two Emergency Lower valves under the control
cabinet open, check:
The emergency lower valves located on the lift cylinders lower the boom
when pulled 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 extend the Outriggers while still maintaining Level. (check the bubble)
Using the ground controls, fully extend both Top and Bottom Booms.
All rams must be fully extended at the same time before returning them to
their transit position.
If the Emergency Lower is used during normal operation, DO NOT
use the machine, Contact your local UpRight representative.
Remember to close the two ball valves after this check.
6. Functional Checks.
a. Move the machine, if necessary, to an unobstructed area to allow for
elevation.
b. Pull both Emergency stop Switches to the on position.
c. Refer to ‘setting up’ and deploy the outriggers.
d. From the Ground Controls test each machine function, lift and lower
both Booms.
e. With outriggers deployed, under load and top or bottom boom raised
approximately 50mm, it must NOT be possible to operate the outrigger
controls for hydraulic outrigger options.
f.
i. 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. See Fig 3
g. From the cage controls test each machine function, lift and lower both Booms
and slew clockwise and counterclockwise.
h. Return the Booms to the stowed position.

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CONTROLS, BATTERIES & POWER PACK
BATTERIES BATTERY CHARGER
OIL FILLER POWERPACK
FIG. 3
DIPSTICK
EMERGENCY
STOP LOWER CONTROL BOX
CAGE CONTROLS
‘GREEN’ ELEVATE
MOTOR RUN BUTTON BOOM & SLEW
CONTROL LEVERS
LOWER CONTROLS
EMERGENCY
STOP

1. Park the unit in an appropriate location at the workplace.
2. Apply the handbrake on the trailer and remove from the towing vehicle.
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.
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 4)
6. Repeat this sequence for Outriggers 3&4.
3. Manual Outriggers Only: Pullout the outrigger armsand allowthe springbolts to
lock thestabilisers into position.
Winddownthe screw jacks andlevel the machineusing the levelgauge mounted on
the frontof the chassis as a guide.
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7. By alternating from 1&2 to
3&4, carefully inch down
each pair of Outriggers
until all four Outriggers
are fully deployed, and the
wheels are well clear of the
ground.
8. Now, by using the Level
indicator (Fig.4), raise
opposite Outriggers until
the bubble and indicator
ring are concentric (i.e.,
the bubble rests in the
centre).
The unit is designed to operate on a supporting surface of
minimum bearing strength of 50N/cm
2
.
The maximum outrigger load is 10.3kN.
Fig. 4
9. Check that each LED on the Ground Control panel is still illuminated. This in-
dicates that each foot is in firm contact with the supporting surface.
MANUAL OUTRIGGERS.
Ensure BOTH spring bolts on each Outrigger arm are fully
located. !
Bubble
Indicator
Level indicator

1. Park the unit in an appropriate location at the workplace.
2. Apply the handbrake on the trailer and remove from the towing vehicle.
3. Hydraulic Outriggers Only: Use the key switch select the ’Ground’ control.
Depress the ‘motor run’ button beside the outrigger control valve and operate each
hydraulic lever until all four are 25 mm to 50 mm from the ground. See Fig 5
Both road wheels MUST be off the ground prior to operating the booms.
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SETTING UP
O-E12-2007.01-A-UK
HYDRAULIC OUTRIGGERS
Do not attempt to set up the machine on steep slopes, ramps or
soft ground.
The unit is designed to operate on a supporting surface of
minimum bearing strength of 50N/cm2.
The maximum outrigger load is 10.3kN.
Take EXTREME care NOT to ground either the Basket, or the
Jockey Wheel during the next step. !
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 7)
6. Repeat this sequence for Outriggers 3&4.
7. By alternating from 1&2 to
3&4, carefully inch down
each pair of Outriggers
until all four Outriggers
are fully deployed, and the
wheels are well clear of the
ground.
8. Now, by using the Level
indicator (Fig.5), raise
opposite Outriggers until
the bubble and indicator
ring are concentric (i.e.,
the bubble rests in the
centre).
Fig. 7
9. Check that each LED on the Ground Control panel is still illuminated. This in-
dicates that each foot is in firm contact with the supporting surface.
Level indicator

FIG. 5
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SETTING UP
MOTOR
RUN
HYDRAULIC VALVE LEVERS LEVEL BUBBLE
Hydraulic Outriggers