JLG 40RTS Operator Manual - Manual (Page 12)

SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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• Do not raise the platform or drive from an elevated
position unless the machine is on firm, level surfaces
and evenly supported.
• Keep the chassis of the machine at least 2 ft. (0.6m)
from holes, bumps, drop-offs, obstructions, debris,
concealed holes, and other potential hazards on the
floor/surface unless approved by JLG.
• Never attempt to use the machine as a crane. Do not
tie-off machine to any adjacent structure.
• Do not operate the machine when wind conditions
exceed the maximum allowable wind speed.
• Do not increase the surface area of the platform or the
load. Increase of the area exposed to the wind will
decrease stability.
• Do not increase the platform size with unauthorized
deck extensions or attachments.
• If elevating assembly or platform is in a position that
one or more wheels are off the ground, all persons
must be removed before attempting to stabilize the
machine. Use cranes, forklift trucks, or other appropri-
ate equipment to stabilize machine and remove per-
sonnel.
Crushing and Collision Hazards
• Approved head gear must be worn by all operating
and ground personnel.
• Keep hands and limbs out of the elevating assembly
during operation.
• Check work area for clearances overhead, on sides,
and bottom of platform when lifting or lowering plat-
form, and driving.
• During operation, keep all body parts inside platform
railing.
• Use elevating assembly functions, not the drive func-
tion to position the platform close to obstacles
• Always post a lookout when driving in areas where
vision is obstructed.
• Keep non-operating personnel at least 1.8m (6 ft.)
away from machine during all driving operations.
• Limit travel speed according to conditions of ground
surface, congestion, visibility, slope, location of per-
sonnel, and other factors which may cause collision or
injury to personnel.
• Be aware of stopping distances in all drive speeds.
When driving in high speed, switch to low speed
before stopping. Travel grades in low speed only.
• Do not use high speed drive in restricted or close quar-
ters or when driving in reverse.
• Exercise extreme caution at all times to prevent obsta-
cles from striking or interfering with operating controls
and persons in the platform.
• Be sure that operators of other overhead and floor level
machines are aware of the aerial work platform’s pres-
ence. Disconnect power to overhead cranes.
• Warn personnel not to work, stand, or walk under a
raised platform. Position barricades on floor if neces-
sary.
1.4 TOWING, LIFTING, AND HAULING
• Never allow personnel in platform while towing, lifting,
or hauling.
• This machine should not be towed, except in the event
of emergency, malfunction, power failure, or loading/
unloading. Refer to the Emergency Procedures section
of this manual for emergency towing procedures.
• The platform must be completely empty of tools.
• When lifting machine, lift only at designated areas of
the machine. Lift with lifting equipment of adequate
capacity.
• Refer to the Machine Operation section of this manual
for lifting information.
1.5 ADDITIONAL HAZARDS / SAFETY
• Do not use machine as a ground for welding.
• Do not refuel the machine with the engine running.
• Battery fluid is highly corrosive. Avoid contact with skin
and clothing at all times.
• Charge batteries only in a well ventilated area.