JLG 400CRT Operator Manual - Manual (Page 12)

SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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• Before driving on floors, bridges, trucks, and other sur-
faces, check allowable capacity of the surfaces.
• Never exceed the maximum work load as specified on
the platform. Distribute loads evenly on platform floor.
Keep all loads within the confines of the platform,
unless authorized by JLG.
• Keep the chassis of the machine a minimum of 0.6m (2
ft.) from holes, bumps, drop-offs, obstructions, debris,
concealed holes, and other potential hazards at the
ground level.
• 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 operate the machine when wind conditions
exceed 12.5 m/s (28 mph).Unless otherwise specified
on machine or accessory.
• 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 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 appropri-
ate equipment to stabilize machine and remove per-
sonnel.
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.
• Watch for obstructions around machine and overhead
when driving. Check clearances above, on sides, and
bottom of platform when lifting or lowering platform..
• 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 driving operations.
• Under all travel conditions, the operator must limit
travel speed according to conditions of ground sur-
face, congestion, visibility, slope, location of personnel,
and other factors causing hazards of collision or injury
to personnel.
• 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 quar-
ters or when driving in reverse.
• Exercise extreme caution at all times to prevent obsta-
cles 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 pres-
ence. Disconnect power to overhead cranes. Barricade
floor area if necessary.
• Avoid operating over ground personnel. Warn person-
nel not to work, stand, or walk under a raised platform.
Position barricades on floor as necessary.
1.4 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 Section 6 for 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 4 for lifting information.
1.5 ADDITIONAL HAZARDS / SAFETY
• Do not use machine as a ground for welding.
• When performing welding or metal cutting operations,
precautions must be taken to protect the chassis from
direct exposure to weld and metal cutting spatter.
• Do not refuel the machine with the engine running
(where applicable).
• Battery fluid is highly corrosive. Avoid contact with skin
and clothing at all times.
Charge batteries only in a well ventilated area.