Safety rules – Snorkel AB62RT User Manual

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NEVER operate the
boom or drive with
platform elevated
unless on firm level
surface.

NEVER position the
platform without first
checking for overhead
obstructions or other
hazards.

NEVER climb, stand or sit
on platform guardrails or
midrail.

Tip Over Hazard

Collision Hazard

Fall Hazard

USE OF THE AERIAL WORK PLATFORM: This aerial work platform is intended to lift persons and his tools as well as
the material used for the job. It is designed for repair and assembly jobs and assignments at overhead workplaces
(ceilings, cranes, roof structures, buildings etc.). All other uses of the aerial work platform are prohibited!

THIS AERIAL WORK PLATFORM IS NOT INSULATED! For this reason it is imperative to keep a safe distance from
live parts of electrical equipment!

ALL occupants must wear an approved fall restraint properly attached to designated platform anchorage point. Attach
only one fall restraint to each anchorage point.

Exceeding the specified permissible maximum load of 225 kg (500 lbs.) or two persons on the platform is prohib-
ited!

The use and operation of the aerial work platform as a lifting tool or a crane (lifting of loads from below upwards or
from up high on down) is prohibited!

NEVER exceed 200 N (45 lbs.) of side force per occupant.

DISTRIBUTE all platform loads evenly on the platform.

NEVER operate the machine without first surveying the work area for surface hazards such as holes, drop-offs,
bumps, curbs, or debris; and avoiding them.

OPERATE machine only on surfaces capable of supporting wheel loads.

NEVER operate the machine when wind speeds exceed 45 km/h (28 mph) (12,5 m/sec.= Beaufort scale 6).

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY push emergency stop button to deactivate all powered functions.

Climbing up the railing of the platform, standing on or stepping from the platform onto buildings, steel or prefab
concrete structures, etc., is prohibited!

Dismantling the swing gate or the liftable bar or other railing components is prohibited! Always make certain that
the swing gate or the liftable bar is closed and securely locked! It is prohibited to keep the swing gate or the
liftable bar in an open position (e.g. held open with tie-straps) when the platform is raised!

To extend the height or the range by placing of ladders, scaffolds or similar devices on the platform is prohibited!

INSPECT the machine thoroughly for cracked welds, loose or missing hardware, hydraulic leaks, loose wire connections,
and damaged cables or hoses before using.

VERIFY that all labels are in place and legible before using.

NEVER use a machine that is damaged, not functioning properly, or has damaged or missing labels.

IF ALARM SOUNDS while boom is elevated, STOP, carefully retract boom and lower platform without rotating. Move
machine to a firm, level surface.

To bypass any safety equipment is prohibited and presents a danger for the persons on the aerial work platform
and in its working range.

NEVER charge batteries near sparks or open flame. Charging batteries emit explosive hydrogen gas.

Modifications to the aerial work platform are prohibited or permissible only at the approval by UpRight.

NEVER tow the machine. Transport by truck or trailer only.

AFTER USE, secure the work platform from unauthorized use by turning both key switches off and removing key.

SAFETY RULES

Electrocution Hazard

THIS MACHINE IS

NOT INSULATED.

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