Tipping hazards, Tipping hazards -6 – JLG X700AJ Operator Manual User Manual

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SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

1-6

– JLG Lift –

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• The minimum approach distance may be reduced if insu-

lating 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.

DO NOT MANEUVER MACHINE OR PERSONNEL INSIDE PROHIB-
ITED ZONE (MAD). ASSUME ALL ELECTRICAL PARTS AND WIRING
ARE ENERGIZED UNLESS KNOWN OTHERWISE.

Tipping Hazards

• The user should be familiar with the surface before

operating. Do not exceed the allowable sideslope and
grade while operating.

• Do not elevate platform while on a soft surface.
• Before operating on floors, bridges, trucks, and other

surfaces, check allowable capacity of the surfaces.

• Never exceed the maximum platform capacity. Distrib-

ute loads evenly on platform floor.

• Do not raise the platform unless the machine is on firm

surfaces and outriggers are properly set.

• Keep the chassis and outriggers of the machine at

least 2 ft. (0.6m) from holes, bumps, drop-offs,

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