Warning, Caution – Snorkel TB126J CE User Manual

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Chapter 1 – Introduction

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Warning

The potential for an accident increases when the

aerial platform is operated by personnel who are not

trained and authorized. Death or serious injury can

result from such accidents. Read and understand

the information in this manual and on the placards

and decals on the machine before operating the

aerial platform on the job.

Training is essential and must be performed by a

qualified person. Become proficient in knowledge and

actual operation before using the aerial platform on

the job. You must be trained and authorized to perform

any functions of the aerial platform. Operation of the

aerial platform must be within the scope of the machine

specifications.

The operator bears ultimate responsibility for following

all manufacturer’s instructions and warnings, regulations

and safety rules of their employer and/or any state or

federal law.

Maintenance

Every person who maintains, inspects, tests, or repairs

the aerial platform must be qualified to do so. Following

the daily prestart inspection in this Operator’s Manual will

help keep the aerial platform in optimum working condi-

tion. Other maintenance functions must be performed

by maintenance personnel who are qualified to work on

the aerial platform.

Caution

Welding current can be very intense. Damage to

electronic components can result. Connect the

ground clamp as close as possible to the area be-

ing welded. Disconnect battery cables and any mi-

croprocessors and engine control modules before

welding on the machine.

If it becomes necessary to weld aerial platform com-

ponents as a method of repair, take all precautions to

prevent damage to electronic circuitry and devices on

the machine. This includes, but may not be limited to,

disconnecting battery cables and electronic devices.

Do not modify this aerial platform without prior writ-

ten consent of the Snorkel Engineering Department.

Modification may void the warranty, adversely affect

stability, or affect the operational characteristics of the

aerial platform.

Owner and User Responsibilities

All owners and users of the aerial platform must read,

understand, and comply with all applicable regulations.

Ultimate compliance to national safety regulations is the

responsibility of the user and their employer.

Additional Information

For additional information contact your local dealer or

Snorkel at:

Snorkel International

P.O. Box 1160

St. Joseph, MO 64502-1160 USA

785-989-3000

http://www.snorkelusa.com