GEDA Battery Ladder Lift, Assembly And Instruction Manual

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Operation
BL164 GB Edition 07/2017 55 / 124 Assembly and instruction manual
7 Operation
The device may only be operated by an instructed person.
This person must be familiar with the instruction manual and been
informed about existing dangers.
7.1 Safety during operation
• Also observe the safety instructions in Chapter 2.
• Transporting persons is prohibited!
- Do not enter the platform!
• Before starting work at the place of utilisation, acquaint yourself with
the working environment, e.g. obstacles in the work and traffic areas
and necessary safeguarding of the construction site from public
transport.
• Operation of the inclined lift must be carried out outside the danger
zone.
- Constantly observe the load from the operating position!
• When loading and unloading the device, always switch it off with the
ON / OFF switch on the base unit to prevent any unexpected
startup.
• Do not stand or work beneath the load!
• Always load the platform centrally.
- Always secure the load
Position the load carefully on the platform; material that might tend
to slip or is larger than the platform, or which could fall over, must be
secured (consider also the possibility of sudden winds).
- Do not transport bulky parts that project over the side of the
platform.
• Always secure the device against unauthorised use! - Remove the
battery at the end of work/during breaks, and do not leave the hand-
held transmitter lying about.
• Never leave loaded load carrying device at elevated positions after
the end of work.
- Unload or move down the device first.
• Wear personal protective gear (e.g. head gear, safety shoes).
• Operation of the inclined lift must be stopped:
- at wind speeds over 45 km/h (= wind force 5-6; stronger winds).
- at temperatures less than -15 °C and more than +40 °C.
- if there is damage or other malfunctions.
- if recurring inspection is not carried out (refer to Chapter 9.1).