Airo A16 J Series, User Manual

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User’s Manual – A16 J A18 J Series Page 33
Fig. 4
3.3.3. Operating procedure
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The machine is equipped an inclination sensor detecting the rake angle of the basket and disabling lifting
operations in case of instability. Working operations can be only resumed after setting the machine back into
stability. When the acoustic alarm and the red light on the control board go off, it means the machine is not
correctly positioned (see section “Operating instructions”). Therefore, you need to set the machine back into safety
before you can restart working. When the rake-angle alarm trips and the platform is raised, the operator may still
perform the operations needed to bring the platform down.
 The machine is equipped with an overload controller stopping the operation in case of overload. If overloading
occurs with the basket raised, driving and travelling functions will be disabled. Operation can be resumed only after
removing the exceeding load. The audible alarm and the red light located on the control board on the basket warn
the operators whenever an overload occurs (see chapter "Red pilot: Overload"). In this case, remove the excess
load to reset the alarm and retrieve all working functions.
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Electrically-powered machines are equipped with a device controlling the electric system isolation. In case of
isolation loss or remote switch fault, the latter (located on the chassis – see paragraph “Location of main
components”) brings the machine to a complete stop and signals the fault by means of a continuous hissing
sound.
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Electric power machines are fitted with a device for checking the status of battery charge (battery protection).
When the battery charge is as low as 20%, a red flashing light goes on to alert the operator on the platform of the
low-battery status. In this condition, lifting is disabled, and the battery should be immediately recharged.
 Do not lean over the platform hand rails.
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Make sure that no people other than the operator, are standing in the operation area of the machine. While
moving, the operator should pay attention to the travel direction in order to avoid impacting personnel on the
ground.
 When working in public areas, make sure to prevent other unskilled or unauthorized people from approaching the
machine and getting trapped with its various mechanisms. Always prevent access to the site by means of effective
all-round barriers or other suitable signage.
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Avoid working in bad weather conditions and, in particular, very windy days.
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Do not drive the basket UP, unless the machine is resting on a solid and horizontal surface (following chapters).
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Do not perform any self-propelled travelling with the basket raised up unless the ground is very solid and flat.
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Do not use diesel or gasoline powered engines indoors or in insufficiently ventilated areas.
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After each work session, always take the keys out of the control panels and keep them in a safe place to prevent
unauthorized people from using the machine.
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Make sure to load ancillary working tools and hardware in a safe position to prevent them from falling and hurting
people on the ground.
When deciding where to stop, make sure to account for each and every possible obstacle and keep well in mind the
clearance as shown in the pictures of this manual (Chapter 2).