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Potential service and safety problems may be detected
by inspecting the aerial platform. This chapter includes
information on properly inspecting the aerial platform and
includes a prestart inspection check list at the end of this
chapter to ensure that no areas are overlooked.
Warning
The potential for an accident increases when operat-
ing an aerial platform that is damaged or malfunction-
ing. Death or serious injury could result from such
accidents. Do not operate the aerial platform if it is
damaged or malfunctioning.
Perform a prestart inspection at the beginning of each
shift, before using the aerial platform on the job. The
inspection site must have a smooth and level surface.
Operator’s Manual
The manual holder is located on the floor of the platform
(refer to Figure 8.1).
Figure 8.1 – Operator’s Manual Holder
To inspect the operator’s manual and manual holder:
1. Make certain the Operator’s Manual holder is se-
curely fastened in place.
2. Check to see that the proper Operator’s Manual is in
the holder.
3. Check to see that the manual is complete with all
pages intact and in readable condition.
4. Make certain ANSI publication “Manual of Respon-
sibilities for Dealers, Owners, Users, Operators,
Lessors and Lessees of ANSI/SIA A92.6-2006 Self-
Propelled Elevating Work Platforms” is in the manual
holder.
Electrical System
Electrical power is supplied from four 220 amp hour,
6 volt batteries. The batteries supply 24 volt DC electrical
power to operate the aerial platform drive and control sys-
Chapter 8 – Prestart Inspection
tem. There is a battery tray on each side of the machine.
Each tray contains two batteries.
Warning
Batteries give off hydrogen and oxygen that can
combine explosively. Death or serious injury could
result from a chemical explosion. Do not smoke or
permit open flames or sparks when checking the
batteries.
Caution
Even with low voltage electrical systems, severe
arcing can occur. Electrical shock or component
damage may result from contact with energized
conductors. Use caution when working with any
electrical device.
For optimal battery performance the battery fluid level
must be maintained and the battery connections must
be kept clean.
Battery Fluid Level
To inspect the battery fluid level:
1. Remove the caps from the batteries (refer to Figure
8.2).
Figure 8.2 – Battery Tray
2. Visually check the battery fluid level making sure the
level is ¼″ (6 mm) above the plates.
3. If necessary, add distilled water.
Note
Use only distilled water when refilling the battery. Tap
water may contain metallic solids such as iron which can
reduce the life of the battery.
4. Replace the caps on the battery. The caps must be in
place and tight during machine operation and battery
charging.
Manual Holder
Caps
Terminals