Dinolift DINO XT II 160, Operating Instructions Manual

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OPERATING CONDITIONS
The weather conditions, such as wind, visibility and rain, must always be taken into account
so that these will not adversely affect the safe performance of the lifting operations.
The use of the lift is prohibited , if
the temperature drops under -20 °C or
the wind speed exceeds 12.5 m/s
Wind speed ( m/s) Conditions on land
0 Calm Smoke rises vertically
1-3 Light breeze Smoke moves with the wind and the wind feels on exposed
skin. Leaves rustle.
4-7 Gentle breeze
Leaves and small branches of trees are moving. Flag is
flying. Wind lifts dust and loose pieces of paper from the
ground.
8-13 Strong breeze
Small broad-leaved trees and large branches sway. Wind
whistles as it hits houses or other fixed objects. Umbrella is
difficult to use.
14-17 Strong
All the trees are swaying. It is difficult. to walk against the
wind.
NOTE! The wind speed can be much higher at a higher altitude than on the ground level.
Do not take tools/material of large surface area onto the platform. The increase in wind load
may jeopardize the stability of the device.
Beware of the live aerial power lines in the area – observe the minimum
safety distances:
Voltage range (phase to
phase)
Minimum distance
Metres Feet
0–300 V Avoid contact
300 V–50 kV 3 10
50 kV–200 kV 4.5 15
200 kV–350 kV 6 20
350 kV–500 kV 8 25
500 kV–750 kV 11 35
750 kV–1000 kV 14 45
These distances shall apply unless more stringent limits are given in worksite instructions or
in local or governmental regulations.
This aerial work platform is NOT insulated, and does not offer protection against contact with
electric current. The aerial work platform must not be used
for work on electric systems.