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SECTION 1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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GENERAL
This section outlines the necessary precautions for proper and safe machine usage and maintenance. In order to promote proper machine usage, it is mandatory that a daily routine is established based on the content of this manual.
A maintenance program, using the information provided in this manual and the Service and Maintenance Manual, must also be established by a qualified person and must be followed to ensure that the machine is safe to operate.
The owner/user/operator/lessor/lessee of the machine must not accept operating responsibility until this manual has been read, training is accomplished, and operation of the machine has been completed under the supervision of an experienced and qualified operator.
These sections contain the responsibilities of the owner, user, operator, lessor, and lessee concerning safety, training, inspection, maintenance, application, and operation.If
there are any questions with regard to safety, training, inspection, maintenance, application, and operation, please contact JLG Industries, Inc. (“JLG”).
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS LISTED IN THIS MAN-
UAL COULD RESULT IN MACHINE DAMAGE, PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL
INJURY OR DEATH.
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PRE-OPERATION
Operator Training and Knowledge
• The Operation and Safety Manual must be read and understood in its entirety before operating the machine. For clarification, questions, or additional information regarding any portions of this manual, contact JLG Industries, Inc.
• An operator must not accept operating responsibilities until adequate training has been given by competent and authorized persons.
• Allow only those authorized and qualified personnel to operate the machine who have demonstrated that they understand the safe and proper operation and maintenance of the unit.
• Read, understand, and obey all DANGERS, WARNINGS, CAU-
TIONS, and operating instructions on the machine and in this manual.
• Ensure that the machine is to be used in a manner which is within the scope of its intended application as determined by JLG.
• All operating personnel must be familiar with the emergency controls and emergency operation of the machine as specified in this manual.
• Read, understand, and obey all applicable employer, local, and governmental regulations as they pertain to your utilization and application of the machine.
Workplace Inspection
• Precautions to avoid all hazards in the work area must be taken by the user before and during operation of the machine.
• Do not operate or raise the platform from a position on trucks, trailers, railway cars, floating vessels, scaffolds or other equipment unless the application is approved in writing by JLG.
• Before operation, check work area for overhead hazards such as electric lines, bridge cranes, and other potential overhead obstructions.
• Check floor surfaces for holes, bumps, drop-offs, obstructions, debris, concealed holes, and other potential hazards.
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• Check the work area for hazardous locations. Do not operate the machine in hazardous environments unless approved for that purpose by JLG.
• Ensure that the ground conditions are adequate to support the maximum tire load indicated on the tire load decals located on the chassis adjacent to each wheel.
• This machine can be operated in nominal ambient temperatures of 0 o
F to 104 o
F (-20 o
C to 40 o
C). Consult JLG to optimize operation outside of this temperature range.
Machine Inspection
• Do not operate this machine until the inspections and functional checks have been performed as specified in Section 2 of this manual.
• Do not operate this machine until it has been serviced and maintained according to the maintenance and inspection requirements as specified in the machine’s Service and
Maintenance Manual.
• Ensure all safety devices are operating properly. Modification of these devices is a safety violation.
MODIFICATION OR ALTERATION OF AN AERIAL WORK PLATFORM SHALL BE
MADE ONLY WITH PRIOR WRITTEN PERMISSION FROM THE MANUFACTURER.
• Do not operate any machine on which the safety or instruction placards or decals are missing or illegible.
• Check the machine for modifications to original components. Ensure that any modifications have been approved by JLG.
• Avoid accumulation of debris on platform deck. Keep mud, oil, grease, and other slippery substances from footwear and platform deck.
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OPERATION
General
• Machine operation requires your full attention. Bring the machine to a full stop before using any device, i.e. cell phones, two-way radios, etc. that will distract your attention from safely operating the machine.
• Do not use the machine for any purpose other than positioning personnel, their tools, and equipment.
• Before operation, the user must be familiar with the machine capabilities and operating characteristics of all functions.
• Never operate a malfunctioning machine. If a malfunction occurs, shut down the machine. Remove the unit from service and notify the proper authorities.
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• Do not remove, modify, or disable any safety devices.
• Never slam a control switch or lever through neutral to an opposite direction. Always return switch to neutral and stop before moving the switch to the next function. Operate controls with slow and even pressure.
• Do not allow personnel to tamper with or operate the machine from the ground with personnel in the platform, except in an emergency.
• Do not carry materials directly on platform railing unless approved by JLG.
• When two or more persons are in the platform, the operator shall be responsible for all machine operations.
• Always ensure that power tools are properly stowed and never left hanging by their cord from the platform work area.
• Do not assist a stuck or disabled machine by pushing or pulling except by pulling at the chassis tie-down lugs.
• Fully lower platform and shut off all power before leaving machine.
• Remove all rings, watches, and jewelry when operating machine. Do not wear loose fitting clothing or long hair unrestrained which may become caught or entangled in equipment.
• Persons under the influence of drugs or alcohol or who are subject to seizures, dizziness or loss of physical control must not operate this machine.
• The following information is provided in accordance with the requirements of the European Machinery Directive
2006/42/EC and is only applicable to CE machines.
For electric powered machines, the equivalent continuous
A-Weighted sound pressure level at the work platform is less than 70dB(A).
For combustion engine powered machines, guaranteed
Sound Power Level (LWA) per European Directive 2000/ 14/
EC (Noise Emission in the Environment by Equipment for
Use Outdoors) based on test methods in accordance with
Annex III, Part B, Method 1 and 0 of the directive, is 109 dB.
The vibration total value to which the hand-arm system is subjected does not exceed 2,5 m/s2. The highest root mean square value of weighted acceleration to which the whole body is subjected does not exceed 0,5 m/s2.
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Trip and Fall Hazards
• Prior to operation, ensure all gates and rails are fastened and secured in their proper position.
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• JLG Industries, Inc. recommends that all persons in the platform wear a full body harness with a lanyard attached to an authorized lanyard anchorage point while operating this machine. For further information regarding fall protection requirements on JLG products, contact JLG Industries, Inc.
• Identify the designated lanyard anchorage point(s) at the platform and securely attach the lanyard. Attach only one
(1) lanyard per lanyard anchorage point.
• Enter and exit only through gate area. Use extreme caution when entering or leaving platform. Ensure that the platform assembly is fully lowered. Face the machine when entering or leaving the platform. Always maintain “three point contact” with the machine, using two hands and one foot or two feet and one hand at all times during entry and exit.
• Keep both feet firmly positioned on the platform floor at all times. Never position ladders, boxes, steps, planks, or similar items on unit to provide additional reach for any purpose.
• Never use the scissor arm assembly to gain access to or leave the platform.
• Keep oil, mud, and slippery substances cleaned from footwear and the platform floor.
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Electrocution Hazards
• This machine is not insulated and does not provide protection from contact or proximity to electrical current.
• Maintain distance from electrical lines, apparatus, or any energized (exposed or insulated) parts according to the
Minimum Approach Distance (MAD) as shown in Table 1-1.
• Allow for machine movement and electrical line swaying.
• Maintain a clearance of at least 10 ft. (3m) between any part of the machine and its occupants, their tools, and their equipment from any electrical line or apparatus carrying up to 50,000 volts. One foot additional clearance is required for every additional 30,000 volts or less.
• The minimum approach distance may be reduced if insulating barriers are installed to prevent contact, and the barriers are rated for the voltage of the line being guarded.
These barriers shall not be part of (or attached to) the machine. The minimum approach distance shall be reduced to a distance within the designed working dimensions of the insulating barrier. This determination shall be made by a qualified person in accordance with the employer, local, or governmental requirements for work practices near energized equipment.
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DO NOT MANEUVER MACHINE OR PERSONNEL INSIDE PROHIBITED ZONE (MAD).
ASSUME ALL ELECTRICAL PARTS AND WIRING ARE ENERGIZED UNLESS KNOWN OTH-
ERWISE.
Table 1-1. Minimum Approach Distances (M.A.D.)
VOLTAGE RANGE
(Phase to Phase)
MINIMUM APPROACH DISTANCE in Feet (Meters)
0 to 50 KV
Over 50KV to 200 KV
Over 200 KV to 350 KV
Over 350 KV to 500 KV
10 (3)
15 (5)
20 (6)
25 (8)
Over 500 KV to 750 KV 35 (11)
Over 750 KV to 1000 KV 45 (14)
NOTE: This requirement shall apply except where employer, local or governmental regulations are more stringent.
Tipping Hazards
• Ensure that the ground conditions are adequate to support 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 must 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 or near a sloping, uneven, or soft surface. Ensure machine is positioned on a firm, level and smooth surface before elevating platform or driving with the platform in the elevated position.
• Before driving on floors, bridges, trucks, and other surfaces, check allowable capacity of the surfaces.
• Never exceed the maximum work load as specified on the platform. 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.
• Do not operate the machine when wind conditions exceed specifications shown in Section 6 of this manual or as shown on the capacity placard on the platform billboard.
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DO NOT OPERATE THE MACHINE WHEN WIND CONDITIONS EXCEED SPECIFICATIONS SHOWN IN SECTION 5, TABLE 5-2 OR AS SHOWN ON THE CAPACITY PLACARD ON THE PLAT-
FORM BILLBOARD.
Table 1-2. Beaufort Scale (For Reference Only)
5
6
3
4
0
1
2
BEAUFORT
NUMBER
7
8
9
WIND SPEED
DESCRIPTION LAND CONDITIONS mph m/s
0
1-3
4-7
8-12
13-18
19-24
0-0.2
Calm
0.3-1.5
Light air
1.6-3.3
Light breeze
3.4-5.4
Gentle breeze
5.5-7.9
Moderate breeze
8.0-10.7
Fresh breeze
25-31 10.8-13.8
Strong breeze
Calm. Smoke rises vertically.
Wind motion visible in smoke.
Wind felt on exposed skin. Leaves rustle.
Leaves and smaller twigs in constant motion.
Dust and loose paper raised. Small branches begin to move.
Smaller trees sway.
Large branches in motion. Flags waving near horizontal. Umbrella use becomes difficult.
32-38 13.9-17.1
Near Gale/Moderate Gale Whole trees in motion. Effort needed to walk against the wind.
39-46 17.2-20.7
Fresh Gale Twigs broken from trees. Cars veer on road.
47-54 20.8-24.4
Strong Gale Light structure damage.
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• 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 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 the scissor arm assembly or platform is caught so that one or more wheels are off the ground, all persons 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 scissor arm assembly during operation and when elevated without safety prop engaged.
• Watch for obstructions around machine and overhead when driving. Check clearances above, on sides, and bottom of platform when lifting or lowering platform.
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• 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 operations.
• Under all travel conditions, the operator must limit travel speed according to conditions of ground surface, congestion, visibility, slope, location of personnel, and other factors.
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• 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 quarters or when driving in reverse.
• Exercise extreme caution at all times to prevent obstacles from striking or interfering with operating controls and persons in the platform.
• Ensure that operators of other overhead and floor level machines are aware of the aerial work platform’s presence.
Disconnect power to overhead cranes. Barricade floor area if necessary.
• Do not operate over ground personnel. Warn personnel not to work, stand, or walk under a raised platform. Position barricades on floor as necessary.
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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 emergency towing procedures.
• Ensure platform is fully retracted and completely empty of tools prior to towing, lifting or hauling.
• When lifting machine with a forklift, position forks only at designated areas of the machine. Lift with a forklift of adequate capacity.
• Refer to Section 3 for lifting information.
MAINTENANCE
This sub-section contains general safety precautions which must be observed during maintenance of this machine. Additional precautions to be observed during machine maintenance are inserted at the appropriate points in this manual and in the Service and Maintenance Manual. It is of utmost importance that maintenance personnel pay strict attention to these precautions to avoid possible injury to personnel or damage to the machine or property. A maintenance program must be established by a qualified person and must be followed to ensure that the machine is safe.
Maintenance Hazards
• Shut off power to all controls and ensure that all moving parts are secured from inadvertent motion prior to performing any adjustments or repairs.
• Never work under an elevated platform until it has been fully lowered to the full down position, if possible, or otherwise supported and restrained from movement with appropriate safety props, blocking, or overhead supports.
• DO NOT attempt to repair or tighten any hydraulic hoses or fittings while the machine is powered on or when the hydraulic system is under pressure.
• Always relieve hydraulic pressure from all hydraulic circuits before loosening or removing hydraulic components.
• DO NOT use your hand to check for leaks. Use a piece of cardboard or paper to search for leaks. Wear gloves to help protect hands from spraying fluid.
• Ensure replacement parts or components are identical or equivalent to original parts or components.
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• Never attempt to move heavy parts without the aid of a mechanical device. Do not allow heavy objects to rest in an unstable position. Ensure adequate support is provided when raising components of the machine.
• Use only approved non-flammable cleaning solvents.
• Do not replace items critical to stability, such as batteries or solid tires, with items of different weight or specification.
Do not modify unit in any way to affect stability.
• Reference the Service and Maintenance Manual for the weights of critical stability items.
Battery Hazards
• Always disconnect batteries when servicing electrical components or when performing welding on the machine.
• Do not allow smoking, open flame, or sparks near battery during charging or servicing.
• Do not contact tools or other metal objects across the battery terminals.
• Always wear hand, eye, and face protection when servicing batteries. Ensure that battery acid does not come in contact with skin or clothing.
MODIFICATION OR ALTERATION OF AN AERIAL WORK PLATFORM SHALL BE
MADE ONLY WITH PRIOR WRITTEN PERMISSION FROM THE MANUFACTURER.
BATTERY FLUID IS HIGHLY CORROSIVE. AVOID CONTACT WITH SKIN AND
CLOTHING AT ALL TIMES. IMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY CONTACTED AREA WITH
CLEAN WATER AND SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION.
• Charge batteries only in a well ventilated area.
• Avoid overfilling the battery fluid level. Add distilled water to batteries only after the batteries are fully charged.
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