Snorkel AB85RJ - Manual (Page 6)

Chapter 1 – Introduction
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Operation
The aerial platform has built-in safety features and has
been factory tested for compliance with manufacturers
specifications and industry standards. However, any per-
sonnel lifting aerial platform can be potentially dangerous
in the hands of untrained or careless operators.
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Warning
The potential for an accident increases when the
aerial platform is operated by personnel who are not
trained and authorized. Death or serious injury can
result from such accidents. Read and understand the
information in this manual and on the placards and
decals on the machine before operating the aerial
platform on the job.
Training is essential and must be performed by a quali-
fied person. Become proficient in knowledge and actual
operation before using the aerial platform on the job. You
must be trained and authorized to perform any functions of
the aerial platform. Operation of the aerial platform must
be within the scope of the machine specifications.
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.
Maintenance
Every person who maintains, inspects, tests, or repairs
the aerial platform must be qualified to do so. Following
the daily prestart inspection in this Operator’s Manual will
help keep the aerial platform in optimum working condi-
tion. Other maintenance functions must be performed
by maintenance personnel who are qualified to work on
the aerial platform.
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Caution
Welding current can be very intense. Damage to elec-
tronic components can result. Connect the ground
clamp as close as possible to the area being welded.
Disconnect battery cables and any microprocessors
and engine control modules before welding on the
machine.
If it becomes necessary to weld aerial platform com-
ponents as a method of repair, take all precautions to
prevent damage to electronic circuitry and devices on
the machine. This includes, but may not be limited to,
disconnecting battery cables and electronic devices.
Do not modify this aerial platform without prior written
consent of the UpRight Engineering Department. Modi-
fication may void the warranty, adversely affect stability,
or affect the operational characteristics of the aerial
platform.
Owner and User Responsibilities
All owners and users of the aerial platform must read,
understand, and comply with all applicable regulations.
Ultimate compliance to national safety regulations is the
responsibility of the user and their employer.
Additional Information
For additional information contact your local distributor
or UpRight at:
UpRight Powered Access HQ
Vigo Centre
Birtley Road
Washington
Tyne & Wear
NE38 9DA
Tel: +44 (0) 845 1550 057
Fax: +44 (0) 845 1557 756
http://www.upright.com