Snorkel TL49J-01-sn008562+ - Manual (Page 5)

TL49J
513868-000
OPERATORS MANUAL
Safety Rules
All personnel shall carefully read, understand and follow all safety rules and operating instructions
before operating or performing maintenance on any SNORKEL aerial work platform
Electrocution Hazard Tip Over Hazard Collision Hazard Fall Hazard
This Machine is NOT
Insulated
NEVER elevate the platform or drive the
machine while elevated unless the machine is
on a firm, level surface.
NEVER position the platform without
first checking for overhead obstructions
or other hazards.
NEVER climb, stand, or sit on platform
guardrails or midrail.
USE OF THE AERIAL WORK PLATFORM: This aerial work platform is intended to lift persons and his tools as
well as the material used for the job. It is designed for repair and assembly jobs and assignments at overhead
workplaces (ceilings, cranes, roof structures, buildings etc.). All other uses of the aerial work platform are
prohibited!
THIS AERIAL WORK PLATFORM IS NOT INSULATED! For this reason it is imperative to keep a safe distance
from live parts of electrical equipment!
Exceeding the specified permissible maximum load
is prohibited! See “Special Limitations” for details.
The use and operation of the aerial work platform as a lifting tool or a crane (lifting of loads from below upwards or
from up high on down) is prohibited!
NEVER exceed the manual force allowed for this machine. See “Special Limitations” for details.
DISTRIBUTE all platform loads evenly on the platform.
NEVER operate the machine without first surveying the work area for surface hazards such as holes, drop-offs,
bumps, curbs, or debris; and avoiding them.
OPERATE machine only on surfaces capable of supporting wheel loads.
NEVER operate the machine when wind speeds exceed this machine’s wind rating. See “Beaufort Scale” for
details.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY push EMERGENCY STOP switch to deactivate all powered functions.
IF ALARM SOUNDS while platform is elevated, STOP, carefully lower platform. Move machine to a firm, level
surface.
Climbing up the railing of the platform, standing on or stepping from the platform onto buildings, steel or prefab
concrete structures, etc., is prohibited!
Dismantling the swing gate or other railing components is prohibited! Always make certain that the swing
gate is closed and securely locked!
It is prohibited to keep the swing gate in an open position (held open with tie-straps) when the platform is raised!
To extend the height or the range by placing of ladders, scaffolds or similar devices on the platform
is prohibited!
NEVER perform service on machine while platform is elevated without blocking elevating assembly.
INSPECT the machine thoroughly for cracked welds, loose or missing hardware, hydraulic leaks, loose wire
connections, and damaged cables or hoses before using.
VERIFY that all labels are in place and legible before using.
NEVER use a machine that is damaged, not functioning properly, or has damaged or missing labels.
To bypass any safety equipment
is prohibited and presents a danger for the persons on the aerial work platform
and in its working range.
NEVER charge batteries near sparks or open flame. Charging batteries emit explosive hydrogen gas.
Modifications to the aerial work platform
are prohibited or permissible only at the approval by SNORKEL.
AFTER USE, secure the work platform from unauthorized use by turning both keyswitches off and removing key.