Safety precautions, General, Preparation and inspection – JLG Workstation in the Sky-Boom Lifts User Manual

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SECTION 4 - SKYWELDER™

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– JLG Accessory Manual –

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

General

READ AND UNDERSTAND THE OPERATORS MANUAL FOR THE SPECIFIC JLG MODEL
BEING USED.

DO NOT OVER LOAD PLATFORM.

DE-RATE THE PLATFORM BY 70LBS/32KG WHEN WELDER IS INSTALLED IN THE
PLATFORM.

1. Check for cracked welds and damage to welder supports.

2. Check for proper and secure installation of welder and bracket.

3. Be certain no personnel are beneath platform.

4. Do not exit platform over rails or stand on rails.

5. Only use this option on models specified.

6. Keep lanyard attached at all times.

7. Ensure correct polarity of leads.

8. Use proper welding apparel.

9. Use correct rod size and current settings.

10. Do not use electrical cords without ground.

11. Do not use electrical tools in water.

12. Do not weld to platform.

13. Do not ground through the platform.

14. Do not use a high frequency arc starter with TIG welder

PREPARATION AND INSPECTION

Connect ground clamp to metal being welded, make sure there is a good
ground connection and observe proper polarity, begin welding.

OPERATION

Start engine turn on generator then turn on welder.

Wear proper welding apparel.Set welder to proper amperage and voltage
settings for thickness and type of metal being welded. Begin welding.

Refer to Miller Welder Operators Manual.

NOTE: Generator will not start under an electrical load.

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

Refer to Miller Welder Service and Maintenance Manual.

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