Snorkel AB85RJ - Manual (Page 13)

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Chapter 3 – Safety
Knowledge of the information in this manual, and proper
training, provide a basis for safely operating the aerial plat-
form. Know the location of all controls and how they oper-
ate to act quickly and responsibly in an emergency.
Safety devices reduce the likelihood of an accident. Never
disable, modify, or ignore any safety device. Safety alerts
in this manual indicate situations where accidents may
occur.
If any malfunction, hazard or potentially unsafe condi-
tion relating to capacity, intended use, or safe operation
is suspected, stop aerial platform operation and seek
assistance.
The operator bears ultimate responsibility for following
all manufacturer’s instructions and warnings, regulations
and safety rules of their employer and/or any state or
federal law.
Electrocution Hazards
The aerial platform is made of metal components and is
not insulated. Regard all conductors as energized. Do
not operate outside during a thunderstorm.
Minimum Safe Approach Distance
Minimum safe approach distances to energized power
lines and their associated parts must be observed while
operating the aerial platform.
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Danger
The aerial platform is not electrically insulated. Death
or serious injury can result from contact with, or
inadequate clearance from, an energized conductor.
Do not go closer than the minimum safe approach
distance as defined by ANSI or national safety regu-
lations.
ANSI publications define minimum distances that must
be observed when working near bus bars and energized
power lines. Table 1 and Figure 3 are reprinted courtesy
of Scaffold Industry Association, ANSI/SIA A92.5.
Table 1 – Minimum Safe Approach Distance
Figure 3 – Minimum Safe Approach Distance
Minimum Safe Approach Distance Voltage Range
(Phase to Phase)
0 to 300V
Over 300V to 50kV
Over 50kV to 200kV
Over 200kV to 350kV
Over 350kV to 500kV
Over 500kV to 750kV
Over 750kV to 1000kV
Feet Meters
Avoid Contact
10
15
25
20
35
45
3.05
4.60
6.10
7.62
10.67
13.72