Oshkosh Corporation JLG R2632, Operation And Safety Manual

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SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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Crushing and Collision Hazards
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Approved head gear must be worn by all operating and ground
personnel.
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Keep hands and limbs out of the scissor arm assembly during
operation and when elevated without safety prop engaged.
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Watch for obstructions around machine and overhead when driv -
ing. Check clearances above, on sides, and bottom of platform
when lifting or lowering platform.
• During operation, keep all body parts inside platform railing.
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Always post a lookout when driving in areas where vision is
obstructed.
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Keep non-operating personnel at least 6 ft (1.8 m) away from
machine during all operations.
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Under all travel conditions, the operator must limit travel speed
according to conditions of ground surface, congestion, visibility,
slope, location of personnel, and other factors.
• Be aware of stopping distances in all drive speeds. When driving in
high speed, reduce drive speed before stopping. Travel grades in
low speed only.
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Do not use high speed drive in restricted or close quarters or when
driving in reverse.
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Exercise extreme caution at all times to prevent obstacles from
striking or interfering with operating controls and persons in the
platform.
• Ensure that operators of other overhead and floor level machines
are aware of the MEWP’s presence. Disconnect power to overhead
cranes. Barricade floor area if necessary.
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Do not operate over ground personnel. Warn personnel not to
work, stand, or walk under a raised platform. Position barricades
on floor as necessary.
IF DRIVING MACHINE WITH THE PLATFORM CONTROL STATION FROM GROUND, DO
NOT HANG THE CONTROL BOX ON ANY PART OF THE MACHINE WHILE DRIVING. HOLD
THE CONTROL BOX AND KEEP AT LEAST 3 FT (1 M) DISTANCE FROM MACHINE.