Versalift VST-39-TN User manual

Operator’s Manual
Time Manufacturing Co. 7601 Imperial Drive P.O. Box 20368 Waco, Texas 76702 Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Aerial Device
ATTENTION:
THIS MANUAL CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION
AND IS THE SOLE PROPERTY OF TIME MANUFACTURING CO.
CONTENTS ARE NOT TO BE DISCLOSED, COPIED, OR REPRODUCED
IN ANY MANNER WITHOUT THE EXPRESSED, WRITTEN PERMISSION
OF TIME MANUFACTURING CO.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS VERSALIFT UNTIL
YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD ALL INFORMATION IN BOTH
OPERATOR’S AND SERVICE MANUALS, PROVIDED WITH EACH
VERSALIFT.
MANUAL PART NUMBER
39020-02
SERIAL NUMBER
VST-39/43/50/55-TN
Time Manufacturing Co. reserves the right to improve the design or change specifications at any time without notice.
08/16
PLEASE NOTE THE ANSI A92.2 STANDARD AND THE MANUAL OF RESPONSIBILITES CONTAINS
RECENTLY UPDATED INFORMATION. DEALERS, OWNERS, USERS, OPERATORS, LESSORS AND LESSEES
MUST ADHERE TO THESE UPDATED STANDARDS

MANUFACTURING COMPANY
OWNER’S WARRANTY
The Versalift Aerial Platform Lift is engineered and designed to perform as stated on
published specifications. Only quality material and workmanship are used in the
manufacture of this product. With proper installation, regular maintenance, and peri-
odic repair service, the equipment will provide excellent service.
Those parts of the Versalift that are manufactured by Time Manufacturing Company
are warranted for one full year from date of purchase. Structural components will carry
a lifetime warranty for defects in material and workmanship which existed at the time of
initial delivery, wear components are not covered by this statement. This warranty is
issued only to the original purchaser and promises that Time Manufacturing Com-
pany manufactured products are free from defects in material and factory workman-
ship when properly installed, serviced, and operated under normal conditions, accord-
ing to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Manufacturer’s obligation under this warranty is limited to correcting without charge at
its factory any part or parts thereof which shall be returned to its factory or one of its
Authorized Service Stations, transportation charges prepaid, within one year after be-
ing put into service by the original user, and which upon examination shall disclose to
the Manufacturer’s satisfaction to have been originally defective. Correction of such
defects by repair to, or supplying of replacements for defective parts, shall constitute
fulfillment of all obligations to original user.
This warranty shall not apply to any of the Manufacturer’s products which must be
replaced because of normal wear, which have been subject to misuses, negligence or
accident, or which shall have been repaired or altered outside of the Manufacturer’s
factory (unless authorized by the Manufacturer in writing), products which have not
been maintained and operated in accordance with Time Manufacturing Company’s
operators, maintenance manuals and bulletins, products which are repaired without
using original Time Manufacturing Company parts. This limited warranty does not
cover transportation fees and/or consumables used for the repair.
Manufacturer shall not be liable for loss, damage, or expense directly or indirectly from
the use of its product or from any cause.
The above warranty supersedes and is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or
implied, and of all other liabilities or obligations on part of Manufacturer. No person,
agent, or dealer is authorized to give any warranties on behalf of the Manufacturer or to
assume for the Manufacturer any other liability in connection with any of its products
unless made in writing and signed by an officer of the Manufacturer.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction Section 1
Manual Structure ....................................................................................................................... 1-1
Additional Manual Features .......................................................................................................1-1
Nomenclature ............................................................................................................................1-2
Responsibilities / Safety Section 2
Responsibilities of Dealers, Users, Owners, Operators, Lessors, and Lessees .......................... 2-1
Decals ........................................................................................................................................ 2-2
Think Safety ............................................................................................................................... 2-5
Additional Safety Considerations ................................................................................................ 2-7
Specifications Section 3
VST-TN General Specifications .................................................................................................. 3-1
VST-TN Option Specifications .................................................................................................... 3-2
VST-TN Dimensional Specifications ........................................................................................... 3-4
VST-TN Vehicle Specifications ................................................................................................. 3-14
Operation Section 4
Positioning the Versalift for Operation ........................................................................................ 4-1
Aerial Lift Operations ................................................................................................................. 4-2
Cab Control Operation ...............................................................................................................4-3
Ground Control Operation ..........................................................................................................4-4
Lower Control Operation ............................................................................................................4-5
Upper Control Operation ............................................................................................................4-7
Storing the Aerial Lift ................................................................................................................. 4-9
Lifting Eye (Option) .................................................................................................................. 4-10
Manual Jib Operation (Option) .................................................................................................4-10
Emergency Operation Section 5
Daily Visual Inspection Section 6

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INTRODUCTION
The Versalift aerial device has been designed and
engineered to conveniently place personnel at work
stations above the ground. This aerial device, as
manufactured, meets or exceeds all applicable ANSI
A92.2. Full controls at the platform and complete
freedom of boom movements make the Versalift a
truly flexible and functional work platform.
NOTE: As the aerial device users, you must read,
understand, and follow the instructions in this
manual and other manuals supplied with this
aerial lift unit.
This manual is furnished to provide practical and
essential information for efficient operation of the
Versalift aerial device. Proper operation of this aerial
lift is the responsibility of the operator and requires a
thorough understanding of its capabilities. Personnel
responsible for the operation of the aerial lift must be
familiar with and understand this manual.
In addition to, dealers, owners, operators, renters,
lessors and lessees are required to comply with the
requirements of the applicable section or sections
found in ANSI A92.2.
NOTE: For additional safety information and
required responsibilities, refer to the
accompanying EMI Safety Manual and Manual
of Responsibilities.
Detailed information for the maintenance inspection
and service of the Versalift aerial device can be found
in the accompanying Service Manual. Should further
installation information be required, contact your local
Versalift dealer or Time Manufacturing Company.
DANGER: THIS EQUIPMENT SHOULD
BE OPERATED AND SERVICED ONLY BY
COMPETENTPERSONNELFAMILIARWITHGOOD
SAFETY PRACTICES. THIS INSTRUCTION IS
WRITTEN FOR SUCH PERSONNEL AND IS NOT
INTENDED AS A SUBSTITUTE FOR ADEQUATE
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE IN SAFE
PROCEDURES FOR THIS TYPE OF EQUIPMENT.
DANGER: READ AND UNDERSTAND
THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO
OPERATE THIS AERIALDEVICE.
The manual identifies all the controls and their locations
and describes how the controls function.
Routine preventive maintenance is very important in
maintaining reliable aerial lift service. A preventive
maintenance schedule is provided and must be
understood and followed by all operators.
DANGER: THISIS NOTMAINTENANCE
FREE EQUIPMENT.
NOTICE: THIS MANUAL IS A PERMANENT
PART OF THE VERSALIFT AERIAL DEVICEAND
MUST REMAIN WITH THE UNIT ALWAYS.
Time Manufacturing Company reserves the right
to improve the design or specifications at any time
without any obligation to incorporate new features into
products previously sold.
MANUAL STRUCTURE
This manual is divided into six, numbered chapters.
The first number in the page number at the bottom of
each page identifies the chapter number. Chapter
tabs, with titles printed on them, allow easy location
of the desired subject.
ADDITIONAL MANUAL FEATURES
Danger, caution, and warning notes are indented,
bold faced, and separated from the regular text to
emphasize their importance and the need for attention.
English measurements are followed by equivalent
metric measurements in parenthesis.
Non-critical units of measure are usually rounded-off
to the nearest whole unit.
Notes referring the reader to related information in
the manual indicate the chapter or a section of a
chapter, not to a single page. The reader may need
to scan a few pages to find the needed information.
INTRODUCTION
THIS MANUAL CONTAINS CONFIDENTAL
INFORMATION AND IS SOLE PROPERTY OF
TIME MANUFACTURING, AND IS NOT TO BE
DISCLOSED, COPIED, OR REPRODUCED
WITHOUT EXPRESSED PERMISSION OF
TIME MANUFACTURING.

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Figure 1.1 Model VST-39/43/50/55-TN Nomenclature

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RESPONSIBILITIES / SAFETY
DANGER: FAILURETO COMPLY WITH
YOUR REQUIRED RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE
USE AND OPERATION OF THE AERIAL DEVICE
COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS
INJURY.
IMPORTANT
You are required by ANSI/SIA A92.2 to read and
understand YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES before you
use or operate the Aerial Device. It is your
responsibility and your employer’s responsibility to
identify and comply with applicable codes, standards,
and regulations.
The operation of any aerial device is subject to certain
HAZARDS that can be protected against only by the
exercise of INTELLIGENCE, CARE AND COMMON
SENSE. It is essential to have COMPETENT,
CAREFUL PERSONNEL, TRAINED in the
INTENDED USE, SAFE OPERATION,
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE of this type of
equipment.
The USER and OPERATOR MUST MAKE
DECISIONS on the maintenance, use and operation
of the Aerial Device with due consideration for the
fact that the SAFETY OF THE OPERATOR AND
OTHER PERSONNEL is dependent on those
decisions. FAILURE TO COMPLY with your
REQUIRED RESPONSIBILITIES in the use and
operation of the Aerial Device could result in DEATH
OR SERIOUS INJURY.
DANGER: READ AND UNDERSTAND
THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO
OPERATE THIS AERIALDEVICE.
RESPONSIBILITIES
(for Dealers, Owners, Users, Operator, Lessors and Lessees)

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Only properly trained operators are qualified to operate
the Versalift aerial lift. Operator training shall include
complete instruction and understanding of the
manufacturer’s manuals, employer’s work rules, and
all related governmental regulations. Prior to operation
from the platform the machine must be operating
properly, must have been installed properly, inspected,
and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions. All safety signs, guards, and covers must
be in place and in proper condition.
DANGER: AN UNTRAINED OR
CARELESS OPERATOR SUBJECTS HIM/
HERSELFAND OTHERS TODEATHOR SERIOUS
INJURY.
Throughout this manual there are danger, warning,
and caution notes that emphasize the possible
hazards when operating the Versalift. It is the
responsibility of the operator to become familiar with
the contents of this manual.
Two of the main risks associated with operating an
aerial lift:
(1) Electrocution caused by operating too close
to power lines.
(2) Injuries caused by falling as a result of
equipment failure or the operator performing
an unsafe or unstable maneuver.
No manual can address every conceivable operating
hazard. Therefore, the prevention of accidents is
greatly dependent upon good judgement and common
sense of the operator.
It is the responsibility of the operator to use the
Versalift only when it has been installed and
maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s
manuals. The preventive maintenance program
outlined in this manual and the Service manual must
be followed.
It is extremely important for the operator to be
thoroughly familiar with the Versalift aerial device.
Study the information in this manual and the Versalift
controls until both are completely mastered. Then go
to a large, open area to practice using the aerial lift.
Decals are installed at numerous locations on the
aerial lift to warn personnel of the potential hazards
during the use and operation of the aerial lift. It is
important that the operator and ground personnel read
and understand the information on the decals. If any
decals are defaced, illegible or lost, they must be
replaced. Refer to the “Decal Placement” illustration
in this manual for a complete listing and the locations
of the decals. For your convenience these decals
are pictured on the following pages as a quick
reference for reviewing safety concerns and for
providing part numbers when ordering replacements.
DECALS
All the warning and instruction decals, and their re-
spective part numbers, on the Versalift aerial device
are included below and on the following pages. The
decals are not shown at actual size.
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Don’t park the truck on a hill unless absolutely
necessary. When the truck is parked on a slope,
take the special precautions defined in Chapter
4, “Operation”.
Remember to set the parking brake and chock the
truck’s wheels.
Watch the booms to make sure they clear the
truck and other obstructions.
A safe attitude is very important to you, the operator.
Practice anticipating accidents and operating
hazards. Then determine a corrective course of
action to respond to the situation. This habit will
sharpen your safety awareness, quicken your
reaction time, and prevent many accidents.
THINK SAFETY
The following sketches illustrate some of the unsafe
situations that might occur during the use or operation
of the Versalift. Some of these safety problems are
very basic and as a result are often taken for granted.
Always engage the outriggers, and maintain the
correct tire pressure to increase vehicle stability.
Always wear a personnel restraint system
attached to the lanyard anchor.

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Never allow anyone on the ground to touch the
unit when the lift is being used to work on or near
electrical lines.
Stow the booms securely before moving the
truck.
Whenever tools or equipment are included with
the operator in the platform the combined weight
must not exceed the rated load capacity.
Avoid dropping tools. Use a hand line to raise or
lower tools to/from the platform.
Stand only on the platform floor.
Don’t climb out of a raised platform onto
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ADDITIONAL SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
1. Report any unusual occurrence during the
operation of the aerial lift that may require
repair or adjustment.
2. Keep the work space in the truck bed clean
and neat.
3. Avoid parking on soft surfaces. Soft surfaces
may suddenly collapse, shift, or sink beneath
the truck’s weight.
4. There is no insulating value in the fiberglass
platform with or without a platform liner.
5. No attempt should be made to clean, oil, or
adjust a machine while the machine is in
motion.
6. If an aerial lift has set idle for an extended
period (i.e. overnight) or has been recently
serviced, cycle the aerial-lift through it’s full
range of motion several times. This procedure
will force any trapped air out of the hydraulic
system. Do not operate the lift from the
platform until this process is completed. Air
trapped in the hydraulic oil can cause lift
movements to be erratic and unpredictable.
7. Don’t operate any part of the unit (platform,
booms, outriggers, etc.) outside the work-site
barricades into the traffic lanes. Set up
adequate cones or barricades to mark the
boundaries of the work-site to alert motorists
and pedestrians.
8. Only qualified mechanics are authorized to
service the aerial lift.
9. The polyester winch rope is not an insulator.
Dirt, grease, and moisture (humidity) make the
rope conductive.
10. Make a thorough check of the winch rope for
abrasive wear, pulled strands, cuts, and other
defects daily.
11. Replace the winch rope at the first sign of
damage or deterioration. Use only non-
conductive rope of the size and type specified.
12. Avoid shock loads. A shock load is caused by
jerking a line with a load or a sudden change in
rope tension from a light load to a heavy load.
13. Do not contact energized conductors with the
winch line. Contacting the load line with an
energized conductor could create a complete
path for electricity when the rope is extended
to the ground. This could cause death or
serious injury.
14. Avoid using the winch line to wrap or tie an
object for lifting. The hook attached to the end
of the winch line can damage or cut the rope. A
sling or lifting strap is recommended for this
purpose.
15. Do not stand in line with a rope under tension.
If the rope should fail the recoil could cause
serious injury to personnel.
16. Inspect the jib-pole assembly to make sure the
various lock pins are secure.
17. Make sure the winch-rope coils are spooling
evenly to avoid clogging the winch or
producing shock loads when lifting a load.
18. Avoid contacting a spray or mist produced by a
high pressure hydraulic leak. This spray or
mist can puncture or become embedded
beneath the skin or contaminate the eyes.
These conditions requires immediate medical
attention.
19. Hydraulic oil is flammable. Avoid any contact
between hydraulic oil and sources of high heat
or open flames.
20. Bodily contact with hot hydraulic oil can cause
serious burns which require immediate
medical attention.

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SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS – VST-39/
43/50/55-TN
Note:Specificationsmayvaryorchangewithoutprior
notifications due to option selections.
This section includes a brief description of each of
the major (standard) components.
PLATFORM - The standard steel platform is 36 In. x
60 In. x 43 In. deep (.9 m x 1.5 m x 1.1 m) with a
duck under opening for easy access. The platform
capacity is 500 lbs (227 kg).
PERSONNEL RESTRAINT SYSTEM - A safety belt
or harness and a lanyard are required and can be
supplied by Time Manufacturing Company at an
additional cost. Consult applicable work practices
and regulations to choose between a safety belt and
a harness. The anchor for the lanyard is attached to
the platform support.
INDIVIDUAL LOWER CONTROLS - Individual full-
pressure controls at the turret actuate all boom
functions. The lower control station is equipped with
a selector valve to override the upper controls.
SINGLE STICK UPPER CONTROL - The full-
pressure single-stick upper control includes a safety
trigger to prevent inadvertent operation. The lift
movements correspond with control handle
movements. An emergency stop and a tool selector
control are located at the upper controls.
HYDRAULIC PLATFORM ROTATION - A hydraulic
rotary actuator, operated by a control lever, rotates
the platform 180°.
HYDRAULIC PLATFORM LEVELING - A master and
slave cylinder controls platform leveling. The leveling
system can be operated from the upper or lower
controls to adjust platform leveling, tilt the platform
for clean out, or to ease the removal of an injured
operator.
OUTER/INNER BOOM ASSEMBLY- The outer/inner
boom assembly includes an outer boom, telescopic
inner boom, extension system, and hose assemblies.
The outer boom consists of an 8 in. x 10 in. (203 mm
x 254 mm) steel section. The 6 in. x 8 in. (152 mm x
203 mm) rectangular steel inner boom is housed within
the outer boom. The extension system consists of
an extension cylinder, holding valves, and a hose
carrier housed inside the boom. The hoses routed
through the outer/inner boom assembly are fully
contained within the boom assembly.
A double acting cylinder with two integral holding
valves articulates the outer/inner boom assembly. A
boom support cradle and a boom tie down strap are
included.
LOWER BOOM ASSEMBLY – The lower boom
assembly includes of a lower boom, compensation
link, and a hydraulic cylinder. The rectangular 8 in.
x 10 in. (203 mm x 254 mm) steel lower boom is
actuated by a double acting cylinder, with two integral
holding valves. The lower boom and compensation
link form a parallelogram linkage to maintain the
knuckle at a constant angle to the turret.
CYLINDERS - Both the upper and lower cylinders
are a threaded head-cap design. Both are equipped
with two integral holding valves that prevent down
creep and to lock the booms in position in the event
of hose failure.
TURRET - The turret wings are designed for strength
and rigidity. A bearing cover seals out moisture and
prevents foreign materials from obstructing the turret
rotation. The turret plate is machined to provide a
flat surface to support the rotation bearing.
CONTINUOUS ROTATION - Unrestricted rotation is
accomplished by a hydraulically driven worm and spur
gear with a shear-ball rotation bearing. The critical
bolts holding the lift to the rotation bearing and the
rotation bearing to the pedestal are grade 8 hex head
capscrews. These critical bolts are torque seal
marked to provide a quick means of detecting any
turning of the bolt upon inspection. An eccentric ring
is used for gearbox backlash adjustment.
LUBRICATION - Non-lube bearings are used at most
points of motion. Only the rotation bearing requires
periodic lubrication.
PEDESTAL - The pedestal is tubular with a reinforced
mounting plate. The top plate of the pedestal is 1-1/
4 in. (32 mm) thick and machined flat to support the
rotation bearing.
HYDRAULIC OIL RESERVOIR - A 17 gallon (64.4 l)
hydraulic oil reservoir is built integral to the pedestal.
Two sight gauges allow quick hydraulic fluid level
checks.
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM - The open-center hydraulic
system operates at 3000 psi (210 kg/cm2) at 6 gpm
(22.7 lpm). A 10-micron return-line filter, mounted
above the hydraulic oil level and inside the pedestal,
can be easily changed without draining the reservoir.
The 100 mesh (149 micron) suction strainer in the
reservoir can be removed for cleaning. A gate valve,
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located below the reservoir, prevents oil loss when
the pump is serviced. A magnetic drain plug attracts
metal particles from the oil.
PAINT - The complete unit is primed and painted
prior to assembly. The standard color is white
urethane.
HOSES AND FITTINGS - The hoses routed through
the booms are high pressure with swaged hose end
fittings. Retainers separate the hoses inside the
booms to prevent chafing and nylon sleeves are
installed over hoses at points of movement. Reusable
fittings can be installed if a hose is damaged.
ENGINE START / STOP - The start/stop circuit has
been designed so the lift cannot be operated unless
the truck ignition switch is in the “RUN” position and
the master control is activated. This feature makes
it difficult for unauthorized individuals to operate the
lift when the truck is locked. Toggle switches at the
upper controls and the pedestal are used to energize
this system.
HYDRAULIC TOOL CIRCUIT AT THE PLATFORM -
This system is intended for open center hydraulic
tools. The tool circuit provides 6 gpm (22.7 lpm). A
pressure reducing valve in the tool circuit limits the
tool pressure. The valve can be adjusted from 1000
to 2500 psi (70 to 175 kg/cm2).
OUTRIGGER / BOOM INTERLOCK SYSTEM - The
outrigger/boom interlock system prevents lift operation
until the outriggers contact the ground and outrigger
retraction before the aerial lift is properly stored.
SLOPE INDICATORS – Slope indicators are required
on Versalift units and supplied by Time Manufacturing
Co. Slope indicators shall be installed to indicate
the level of rotation bearing relative to the ground.
MANUALS - Two Operator’s Manuals and two Service
Manuals, one Manual of Responsibilities and one EMI
Safety Manual are included with each aerial lift.
OPTION SPECIFICATIONS – VST-39/43/
50/55-TN
Below is a brief description of some of the available
options for the aerial lift.
OUTRIGGERS - The modified A-frame outriggers are
equipped with pilot operated check valves, internal
thermal relief valves, pivot feet, and separate controls.
Outrigger dimensions vary with chassis application.
For a 31 in. (0.79 m) frame height, the, the outriggers
furnish 122 in. (3.1 m) of spread, 8 in. (203 mm) of
penetration, and 18 in. (457 mm) of ground clearance.
For a 37-1/4 in. (0.95 m) frame height, the, the
outriggers furnish 125-3/8 in. (3.2 m) of spread, 8 in.
(203 mm) of penetration, and 18 in. (457 mm) of ground
clearance.
INDEPENDENT OUTRIGGERS – Narrow angle
modified A-frame outriggers are shear-plate mounted
to the frame and are equipped with pilot operated
check valves, internal thermal relief valves, pivot feet,
and separate controls. Outrigger dimensions vary with
chassis application. For a 37-1/4 in. (0.95 m) frame
height, the outriggers furnish 101-3/4 in. (2.6 m) of
spread, 7-3/4 in. (197 mm) of penetration, and 15-3/4
in. (400 mm) of ground clearance.
TORSION BAR (VST-39/43 only) - An over-frame or
under-frame torsion bar for the rear axle adds stability
to the vehicle and is available as an option. Ballast
may be required with the use of a torsion bar. A front
axle under-frame torsion bar is also available and can
be used in conjunction with the rear torsion bar to
reduce the amount of ballast needed.
BACKUP PUMP - An auxiliary hydraulic pump
designed to bring the booms down in case the main
hydraulic source fails. The backup pump is driven by
a DC motor, which is powered by the truck-engine
battery. The system is connected in parallel with the
main pump and is designed for non-continuous
operation. Toggle switches at the upper controls and
the pedestal are used to energize the system.
120V WIRING – Consists of a 12ga 3-conductor wire
between the platform and pedestal, with a GFCI outlet
at the platform. This option requires 3 additional slip
rings.
SECOND SET OF TOOL POWER PORTS - A second
set of tool power ports are installed at the platform to
accommodate a second open center tool.
EXTRA CONTROL CIRCUIT - Consists of an
additional toggle switch at the platform and at the
pedestal and 14 ga. wire to the platform. An additional
pass in the collector ring is required for each control
circuit.
MANUAL THROTTLE CONTROL - Gives the operator
a choice of economical engine idle speeds or faster
engine speeds with faster lift movements when
required. The manual throttle control is designed to
operate only when the truck engine is running and
the master control is activated. Toggle switches at
the platform or at the pedestal can be used to energize
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LIFTING EYE - A lifting eye attachment near the end
of the outer boom has a 1000 lbs. (455 kg) maximum
capacity.
PEDESTAL HEIGHT VARIATIONS – Various height
pedestals are available to accommodate different cab
heights and mounting locations.
JIB AND WINCH - The material handling jib and winch
consists of a winch and a jib pole that mounts to the
platform. Up to 200 lbs (90 kg) of the available platform
capacity may be applied to the jib. The winch is
hydraulically powered through a self-locking worm gear
drive and provides line speeds of 7 to 17 ft. per minute
(2 to 5 m per min.). Seventy feet (21 m) of 1/8-in. (3
mm) diameter high strength poly rope with a clevis
hook is provided.
The jib pole and winch assemblies can be tilted down
to a stowed position, or they can be easily removed
when not needed.
AUTO BOOM LATCH – The automatic boom latch is
designed to automatically latch the boom in the cradle
when stowed and automatically release the boom
when the lift is operated. The latch is actuated by a
hydraulic cylinder and includes a manual over-ride to
open the latch without hydraulic power.

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VST-39-TN DIMENSIONAL SPECIFICATIONS
Based on 40 in (1.02 m) Frame Height, all Dimensions Nominal
Horizontal Reach .......................................................................................................... 26 ft (7.9 m)
Maximum Platform Capacity.................................................................................. 500 lbs. (227 kg)
Jib Capacity .............................................................................................................200 lbs. (90 kg)
With 46.25 in (1.17 m) Tall Pedestal (Standard)
Height to Bottom of Platform ............................................................................... 39 ft 5 in (12.0 m)
Working Height .................................................................................................... 44 ft 5 in (13.5 m)
Stowed Travel Height............................................................................................. 10 ft 6 in (3.2 m)
Weight of Lift .................................................................................................... 3,200 lbs. (1450 kg)
With 52.25 in (1.33 m) Tall Pedestal (6 in taller)
Height to Bottom of Platform ............................................................................. 39 ft 11 in (12.2 m)
Working Height .................................................................................................. 44 ft 11 in (13.7 m)
Stowed Travel Height............................................................................................. 11 ft 0 in (3.4 m)
Weight of Lift .................................................................................................... 3,220 lbs. (1460 kg)
With 58.25 in (1.48 m) Tall Pedestal (12 in taller)
Height to Bottom of Platform ............................................................................... 40 ft 5 in (12.3 m)
Working Height .................................................................................................... 45 ft 5 in (13.8 m)
Stowed Travel Height............................................................................................. 11 ft 6 in (3.5 m)
Weight of Lift .................................................................................................... 3,240 lbs. (1470 kg)
With 64.25 in (1.63 m) Tall Pedestal (18 in taller)
Height to Bottom of Platform ............................................................................. 40 ft 11 in (12.5 m)
Working Height .................................................................................................. 45 ft 11 in (14.0 m)
Stowed Travel Height.................................................................................................... 12 ft (3.7 m)
Weight of Lift .................................................................................................... 3,260 lbs. (1480 kg)
Hydraulic System
Operating Pressure ....................................................................................... 3000 psi (210 kg/cm2)
Flow Rate ............................................................................................................. 6 gpm (22.7 lpm)
Filtration ................................................................................................................ 10 micron Return
100 mesh Suction
System Type ................................................................................................................ Open Center
Power Source ................................................................................................................. PTO Pump
Boom Action
Outer/Inner Boom Travel .............................................................................................. -25° to +85°
Lower Boom Travel .......................................................................................................... 0°to +87°
Inner Boom Extension ................................................................................................. 79 in (2.0 m)
Rotation ................................................................................................................ 360° Continuous.
Ambient Temperature Range for Structural Integrity ............................. -40°F (-40°C) to 125°F (52°C)