SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This section outlines the safety
precautions applicable to the general
use of this product.
Throughout the Operator and Safety
section of this manual, cautions and
warnings are shown in
BOLD TYPE
.
These outline where special care is
required when undertaking the various
procedures outlined.
NOTE
:
The safety precautions
applicable to the service and
maintenance of the machine are
covered in the SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS section of the Service
and Maintenance Manual.
The user of this machine should read
this manual thoroughly to ensure that
all operating procedures are clearly
understood prior to accepting
responsibility.
•
Modifications or alterations to the
lighting tower are not permitted
without the prior written permission
of the manufacturer.
•
Failure to comply with the safety
precautions listed here and
elsewhere in the manual may result
in injury or death.
•
When handling the lighting tower
other than towing for the purposes
of lifting or manoeuvring, there are
forklift pockets provided at the rear
of the machine and 4 lifting points
provided on the main frame for
lifting by a crane. Ensure that the
forklift or crane is of suitable
e lift.
capacity prior to attempting th
Refer to the diagrams shown
elsewhere in this manual for correct
handling procedures using a crane
and forklift.
•
Prior to erecting the mast the
operator should ensure that no
overhead obstructions are within a
6-metre radius of the base of the
machine.
THERE IS ELECTROCUTION
HAZARD TO THE OPERATORS
IF THE MACHINE IS OPERATED
NEAR OVERHEAD
POWERLINES.
The following chart is a guide to the
applicable safe operating distances
from overhead power lines.
!
Voltage Range
(Phase to Phase)
MINIMUM SAFE
DISTANCE
In Metres (Feet)
0-300V AVOID
CONTACT
Over300-50 KV
3 (10)
Over 50 KV to 200 KV
5 (15)
Over 200 KV to 350 KV
6 (20)
Over 350 KV to 500 KV
8 (25)
Over 500 KV to 750 KV
11 (35)
Over 750 KV to 1000 KV
14 (45)
Be aware of the radius of the mast
when telescoped out and lowered.
Be aware of swaying power lines
and swaying tree branches in
strong winds.
•
Be familiar with all controls on the
machine prior to operation. The
machine incorporates powerful
hydraulic mechanisms that can
cause serious mechanical damage
if the machine is allowed to strike
external structures such as
buildings etc.
•
Ensure that the ground is suitable
to support the machine, particularly
under each of the outrigger pads. A
suitable packing material such as a
timber block may be required on
soft surfaces to ensure that the
outriggers do not sink under the
weight.
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