Eastman Heavy Machinery
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Warning
The potential for an accident increases when the aerial platform is operated by personnel who are not
trained and authorized. Death or serious injury can result from such accidents. Read and understand
the information in this manual and on the placards and decals on the machine before operating the
aerial platform on the job.
Training is essential and must be performed by a qualified person. Become proficient in knowledge and
actual operation before using the aerial platform on the job. You must be trained and authorized to perform
any functions of the aerial platform. Operation of the aerial platform must be within the scope of the
machine specifications.
The operator bears ultimate responsibility for following all manufacturer’s instructions and warnings,
regulations and safety rules of their employer and/or any state or federal law.
Maintenance
Every person who maintains inspects, tests, or repairs the aerial platform must be qualified to do so.
Following the daily prestart inspection in this Operator’s Manual will help keep the aerial platform in
optimum working condition. Other maintenance functions must be performed by maintenance personnel
who are qualified to work on the aerial platform.
Do not modify this aerial platform without prior written con-sent of the Eastman Engineering Department.
Modification may void the warranty, adversely affect stability, or affect the operational characteristics of the
aerial platform.
Manual of Responsibilities
All owners and users of the aerial platform must read, understand, and comply with all applicable regulations.
Ultimate compliance to OSHA regulations is the responsibility of the user and their employer.
ANSI publications clearly identify the responsibilities of all personnel who may be involved with the aerial
platform. A reprint of the “Manual of Responsibilities for Dealers, Owners, Users, Operators, Lessors and
Lessees of ANSI/SIA A92.6-2006 Self -Propelled Elevating Work Platforms” is available from EHM dealers
or from the factory upon request.
