Snorkel SP22 - Manual (Page 18)

❑
Crushing
Always look in the direction of travel. Avoid
overhead obstructions.
Make sure the area below the platform is free of
personnel before lowering.
■ Special Limitations
❑
Manual Force
Manual force is the force applied by the occupants
to objects such as walls or other structures outside
the work area.
The maximum allowable manual force is limited to
200 N (45 lbs.) of force per occupant, with a
maximum of 400 N (90 lbs.) for two or more
occupants.
DO NOT ex ceed the max i mum amount of
man ual force for this ma chine.
■ General Safety Precautions
❑ Personnel Precautions
If you encounter any suspected malfunction of the
aerial platform, or any hazard or potentially unsafe
condition relating to capacity, intended use, or safe
operation, cease operation and seek assistance
from management.
❑
Operator General Precautions
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.
❑
Mounting and Dismounting Precautions
Use three points of support when getting on or off
the platform (two hands and one foot or a similar set
of points). Keep the platform clean.
DO NOT jump off the machine.
DO NOT dismount while the machine is in motion.
❑ Starting and Stopping Precautions
DO NOT start un til all per son nel are clearly away
from the ma chine.
Before leaving the operators station, place the
machine in the stowed position.
When leaving the machine parked or unattended,
remove the starter key from the Key switch and set
the Battery switch to off.
❑
Operating Precautions
When parts or components are replaced, they shall
be identical or equivalent to original Snorkel parts
or components.
❑ Operator Maintenance Precautions
❑ Electrical System
Charge batteries in a well-ventilated area free of
flame, sparks, or other hazards that might cause
fire or explosion.
Batteries give off hydrogen and oxygen that
can combine explosively. Death or serious
injury can result from a chemical explosion.
Do not smoke or permit open flames or
sparks when checking the batteries.
Battery acid can damage the skin and eyes.
Serious infection or reaction can result if
medical treatment is not given immediately.
Wear face and eye protection when working
near the batteries.
Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can damage
your eyes or skin on contact. Wear a face shield,
rubber gloves, and protective clothing when
working around batteries. If acid contacts your
eyes, flush immediately with clear water and get
medical attention. If acid contacts your skin, wash
off immediately with clear water.
❑ Hydraulic System
The hydraulic system contains hoses with
hydraulic fluid under pressure.
DO NOT use your hand to search for
hy drau lic oil leaks. High pres sure hy drau lic
oil can eas ily cut and pen e trate your skin a
very se ri ous in jury that re quires im me di ate
at ten tion by a med i cal spe cial ist trained in
that type of in jury. Use a piece of card board
or wood to search for hy drau lic oil leaks.
DO NOT attempt repairs unless you are trained.
Refer to manuals and experienced repair
personnel for help.
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