Skyjack 213217AAA, Operating Manual

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SJ85 AJ 213217AAA
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Section 5 – Operation
This section provides the necessary information
needed to operate the MEWP. Read and completely
understand the operating manual and all warnings
and instruction labels (refer to
Section 8 ) on the
MEWP.
WARNING
Do not operate this MEWP without proper
authorization and training. Doing so could result in
death or serious injury.
Before operating this MEWP, perform the following
tasks:
1. Visual and daily maintenance inspections (refer
to Section 4.2 ).
2. Function tests (refer to Section 4.3 ).
3. Jobsite inspection (refer to Section 2.4 ).
4. If, as a result of the risk assessment, the need
for rescue planning is identified, a system of
communication shall be established between
people working on the platform and nominated
support personnel trained in the use of ground
controls for platform retrieval.
WARNING
An operator should not use any MEWP that:
▪
does not appear to be working properly.
▪
has been damaged or appears to have worn
or missing parts.
▪
has alterations or modifications not approved
by the manufacturer.
▪
has safety devices which have been altered or
disabled.
Failure to avoid these hazards could result in death
or serious injury.
WARNING
DO NOT operate MEWP under engine power in
an enclosed space. Use only in an open or well-
ventilated area.