Elliott Traffic Safety Service L60, Operator'S Manual

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Maintenance Safety-aerial EEC-0076 V1.1
Maintenance Safety
Perform the following safety steps whenever possible before maintaining or repairing
the aerial device:
A. Apply the Parking brake.
B. Lower all loads to ground and disconnect.
C. Stow boom on rest if possible.
D. Move all controls to off position.
E. Disengage PTO and turn engine off.
F. Tag start controls warning personnel that aerial device is being serviced and must
not be started.
G. Do not place hands or tools in openings in boom sections while engine is running or
boom sections are moving.
H. Read and thoroughly understand all applicable instructions.
I. Pressurized oil can penetrate human skin causing serious injury. Do not use bare
hands to check for hydraulic leaks.
Hydraulic oil is flammable. Keep open flames away.
J. Do not alter specified relief settings for hydraulic pressure.
K. Make sure boom, outriggers, etc. are securely blocked or resting on the ground
before removing cylinders.
L. Know the weight of heavy objects and do not attempt to lift them.
M. Replace all guards and covers prior to returning the aerial device to service.
N. Never climb on turret, winch, or top of boom. Use ladder and/or man lift to obtain
access to these areas
.