JLG 15VPSP Operator Manual - Manual (Page 14)

SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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Tipping Hazards
• Ensure that the ground conditions are adequate to sup-
port the maximum tire load indicated on the tire load
decals located on the chassis adjacent to each wheel.
Do not travel on unsupported surfaces.
• The user should be familiar with the driving surface
before driving. Do not exceed the allowable sideslope
and grade while driving.
• Do not elevate platform or drive with platform elevated
while on a slope (of more than 1.5°), or on an uneven or
soft surface. Ensure machine is positioned on a firm,
level and uniformly supported surface before elevating
platform or driving with the platform in the elevated
position.
• Before driving on floors, bridges, trucks, and other sur-
faces, check allowable capacity of the surfaces.
• Never exceed the maximum work load as specified on
the platform. Distribute loads evenly on platform floor.
Keep all loads within the confines of the platform, unless
authorized by JLG.
• Keep the chassis of the machine a minimum of 2 ft.
(0.6m) from holes, bumps, drop-offs, obstructions,
debris, concealed holes, and other potential hazards at
the ground level.
• Never attempt to use the machine as a crane. Do not
tie-off machine to any adjacent structure. Never attach
wire, cable, or any similar items to platform.
• Do not operate the machine when wind conditions
exceed 30 mph (12.5 m/s).
• Do not cover the platform sides or carry large surface-
area items in the platform when operating outdoors.
The addition of such items increases the exposed wind
area of the machine.
• Do not increase the platform size with unauthorized
deck extensions or attachments.
• If mast assembly or platform is caught so that one or
more wheels are off the ground, the operator must be
removed before attempting to free the machine. Use
cranes, forklift trucks, or other appropriate equipment to
stabilize machine and remove personnel.
Crushing And Collision Hazards
• Approved head gear must be worn by all operating and
ground personnel.
• Keep hands and limbs out of the mast assembly during
operation.
• Watch for obstructions around machine and overhead
when driving. Check clearances above, on sides, and
bottom of platform when lifting or lowering platform.
• During operation, keep all body parts inside platform
railing.
• Always post a lookout when driving in areas where
vision is obstructed.
• Keep non-operating personnel at least 6 ft. (1.8m) away
from machine during all driving operations.
• Under all travel conditions, the operator must limit travel
speed according to conditions of ground surface, con-
gestion, visibility, slope, location of personnel, and other
factors causing hazards of collision or injury to person-
nel.
• Be aware of stopping distances in all drive speeds.