Snorkel PAX10-sn0001 - Manual (Page 13)

OPERATOR‟S, SAFETY & MAINTENANCE HANDBOOK
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Section 4
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Daily checks
Prior to operating the machine, the
following items must be checked
• Structure (e.g. damage, cracks,
corrosion, abrasion, welds, connections)
• Platform (floor, rails)
• Castors (smooth movement, damage)
• Brakes
• Hydraulic oil
• Limited switch
• Oil leaks
• Battery condition
• Raise and lower functions
• Emergency stop and lowering functions
• Safety decals
• Stabilizers (if equipped)
The raise and lower functions can be
tested by removing the upper control box
from its holder in the work platform and
using the controls whilst at ground level.
NOTE – unless in an emergency situation,
this practice must not be employed when a
person is in the work platform.
If the above pre ‐use checks reveal
malfunctions or damage on the machine,
then the machine must not be used until
the problem is rectified. If in doubt, seek
further assistance from the manufacturer.
If safety decals are no longer legible or
missing then contact the manufacturer for
replacements.
The DAILY CHECKS page in Section 7 of
this handbook may be photocopied to
provide an aide memoir for operators when
undertaking these important checks.
WARNING
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
MACHINE, YOU MUST ENSURE
THAT YOU HAVE BEEN
ADEQUATELY TRAINED IN ITS USE
AND HAVE FULLY READ AND
UNDERSTOOD THIS OPERATOR’S
HANDBOOK, PAYING PARTICULAR
ATTENTION TO SECTION 3
‐ SAFETY
RULES.