All technical equipment on the aerial work platform requires maintenance and upkeep. The scope and frequency of maintenance depend on the working conditions of the platform. Maintenance is categorized into three areas based on different maintenance rules and intervals. Preparation for maintenance and requirements for maintaining operational reliability are discussed in the maintenance manual. Inspection and maintenance require skilled technicians. These skills are not found in the manual; it is recommended to send personnel to a Jichi service station for training. To maintain good maintenance, one needs extensive experience, factory technical data, workshop equipment, and maintenance tools. The service station should affix a sign reminding of maintenance work to the driver's side door.
Any repairs and maintenance must be determined based on the working conditions of the aerial work platform. Lubricating oil, fuel, and coolant should be kept in a basin or similar container, not on the ground (to avoid environmental pollution). Do not run the engine for extended periods. When operating on the platform, adhere to safety regulations. Regarding lubrication, the maximum pressure using a grease gun should not exceed 400 bar. Grease guns lack safety devices and may damage bearings, ball joints, oil seals, etc. Before adding grease, ensure the grease fitting is clean; clean it before unscrewing the drain plug.
Specialized lubrication equipment should be used according to the manufacturer's instructions. Required specialized tools, such as a general-purpose tool kit and torque wrenches, can be supplied by the service station's spare parts department. All service stations maintain a stock of original spare parts for repair and maintenance, ensuring rapid supply of original parts to users worldwide. The central equipment warehouse stores over 200,000 different spare parts. Even more spare parts are available for older models of aerial work platforms. Using original spare parts maintains the optimal function and reliability of aerial work platforms; these components withstand the highest quality inspections. In particular, the development, manufacturing, and selection of each component are tailored to the aerial work platform. Therefore, only original spare parts can be used.
