Snorkel X26N-sn51089+V-1 - Manual (Page 5)

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WARNING
All personnel shall carefully read, understand and follow all safety rules and operating instructions before
operating or performing maintenance on any Snorkel Powered Access work platform.
Safety Rules
Electrocution Hazard Tip Over Hazard Collision Hazard Fall Hazard
THIS MACHINE IS NOT
INSULATED!
NEVER operate the boom or
drive with the platform elevated
unless on firm, level surface.
NEVER position the machine
without first checking for overhead
obstructions or other hazards.
NEVER climb, stand or sit
on the 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, 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 “Platform Capacity” on page 5 for
details.
The use and operation of the aerial work platform as a lifting tool or a crane
is prohibited!
This machine is designed for INDOOR USE ONLY!
DISTRIBUTE all platform loads evenly on the platform.
NEVER operate the machine without first surveying the work area for surface hazards.
Holes, drop-offs, bumps, curbs, and debris etc. should
ALWAYS be AVOIDED!
OPERATE machine only on surfaces capable of supporting wheel loads.
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 entry gate or other railing components is prohibited! Always make certain that the entry gate is
closed and securely locked!
It is prohibited to keep the entry gate in an open position 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 the Keyswitch OFF and removing key.