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Mid-Mount Ascendant Aerial Tower / 4-1
SECTION 4
OPERATION
4-1.
Preparing for Operation
NOTE:
This manual may provide information that will not apply to your apparatus because it does not
include a particular option or feature. Read this manual carefully to be sure you are referencing
information that is applicable to your particular apparatus and aerial device configuration.
4-1.1
Pre-Driving Checks
In addition to the chassis pre-trip related safety instructions found in your apparatus chassis manual, perform the
following checks on your aerial apparatus prior to driving.
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The device is properly in its boom support with sufficient downward pressure to ensure it will not bounce during
travel
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All Stabilizers are completely retracted
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All compartment doors are closed and latched
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Stabilizer pads are properly restrained in their storage brackets
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Wheel chocks are properly restrained in their storage brackets
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The AERIAL MASTER Switch is in the OFF position
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The AERIAL PTO Switch is in the OFF position
Read and follow the safety instructions in your Pierce Chassis operator manual corresponding with
your apparatus prior to driving.
Read and follow the Riding Safely instructions found in the safety section of this manual.