Snorkel TL39T - Manual (Page 15)

Rev C page 1-3
Never steady the platform by positioning it against
another platform.
Do not operate an TL39T that is damaged or not
functioning properly. Do not use the MHP until
the machine has been repaired by a qualified
maintenance person.
Do not operate a TL39T that does not have all its
decals and placards attached and legible.
Watch for by stand ers and never allow anyone to
be under, or to reach through, the machine and its
equipment while operating.
Use the recommended transport device when
loading the machine.
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Operation
If you encounter any suspected malfunction of the
aerial platform, or any hazard or potentially unsafe
condition relating to capacity, intendeduse, or safe
operation, cease operation immediately and seek
assistance from management.
Use three points of sup port when get ting on or off
the platform (two hands and one foot or a similar
set of points). Keep the platform clean.
Maintain a firm footing on the platform floor. Operate
the controls slowly and deliberately to avoid jerky
and erratic operation. Always stop the controls in
neutral before going in the opposite direction.
Do not dismount while the platform is in motion or
jump off the machine.
Do not start until all personnel are clearly away from
the machine.
Never cover the floor grating or otherwise obstruct
your view below. Make sure the area below the
platform is free of personnel before lowering.
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Tipover and Falling Hazards
Operate the MHP only on a firm, flat, level surface
capable of withstanding all load forces imposed by
the TL39T in all operating conditions.
! DANGER
The MHP can tip over if it becomes unstable.
Death or serious injury can result from a
tip-over accident. Do not drive or position
the MHP platform for elevated use near any
drop-ff, hole, slope, soft or uneven ground, or
other tip-over hazard.
Do not operate the TL39T from a position on trucks,
trailers, railway cars, floating vesels, scaffolds,
or similar equipment unless the application is
approved in writing by Snorkel.
Care shall be taken to prevent rope, electric cords,
and hoses, etc., from becoming entangled in the
aerial platform. If the platform or elevating assembly
becomes caught, snagged, or otherwise prevented
from normal motion by an adjacent structure or
other obstacle such that control reversal does
not free the platform, remove all personnel from
the platform before attempts are made to free the
platform using ground controls.
Under normal working conditions it is best not to
transfer from the platform to another structure or
vice versa, unless that is the safest way to do the
job. Each situation must be judged separately
taking the work environment into account. The
following guidelines apply:
1. Where possible, place the work platform over
a roof or walking structure to do the transfer.
2. Transfer your anchorage from one structure to
another before you step across.
3. Remember, you might be departing the work
platform to a structure where fall arrest is
required.
4. Do not climb over or through the guardrails.
Use the platform entrance.
All platform occupants MUST wear and use fall
restraint. At tach fall restraints to the platform
lanyard anchor points.
Do not exceed the unrestricted platform capacity as
indicated on the capacity placard at the entrance
to the platform. Do not carry loads from any point
outside of the platform.
Make sure that all protective guards, cowlings, and
doors are in place and secure. Be sure the guardrail
system, including the gate, is in place and secure.
Do not climb on the guardrails or use ladders,
planks, or other devices to extend or increase your
work position from the platform.
Do not use the MHP as a crane, hoist, or jack, or for
any other purpose other than to position personnel,
their tools, and materials.
Do not operate the TL39T in winds, or wind gusts,
of 28 mph, 45kph 12.5 m/s) or more.
! DANGER
Do not add banners, flags, screens or shelters
etc., to areas of the MHP that are exposed to
1. Safety