Haulotte H12 SD, Operating And Maintenance Instructions Manual

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NEVER:
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Disable the limit switches in the safety devices.
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Increase operating reach with ladders or other accessories.
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Use the guardrail as a means of access to climb into or out of the platform. Use the steps.
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Move the speed control handle from one direction to the other with stopping in position "0".
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Alter the machine characteristics and performance.
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Exceed the maximum load or authorised number of occupants in platform (see § 2.6). Spread loads, and if
possible position at centre of platform.
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Perform machine servicing operations with the platform up, without first deploying necessary safety
equipment (locking bar) and stopping the engine.
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Climb on the guardrails when the platform is up: you risk a serious fall.
HOLD the guardrail firmly when lifting or driving the platform.
AVOID:
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Contact with stationary or moving obstructions.
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Driving the platform at high speed in narrow or congested areas.
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Reversing (poor visibility).
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Towing the machine. It is not designed to be towed. It must be transported on a trailer.
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Perform grinding or welding operations on, or in vicinity of, the machine (if you do, take appropriate
precautions).
WARNING.
Allow sufficient stopping distance:
2 metres at high speed and 1 metre at low speed.
Always drive a sufficient distance away from unstable drop-offs or slopes.
Ensure there is no one in immediate vicinity of machine before performing a function or driving.
During normal operation (i.e. using platform controls), the ground panel key must be removed and kept at
ground level by a person who is present and trained in rescue manoeuvres.
When the brakes are being adjusted or disengaged, chock the wheels.
RESPECT:
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All safety instructions relative to maintenance work: choice and use of tools, ingredients (hydraulic oil,
grease, cleaning products, etc.)
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All instructions from suppliers of maintenance or replacement products.
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Instructions relative to environmental protection: retrieve maintenance products, and worn or defective
components. Do not discard carelessly.