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It is the responsibility of the operator to read, completely understand and follow all instructions and warnings
contained in this operating manual and on the aerial platform.
F
AMILIARIZA
TION
• Wheel/Tire Assembly
The MEWP is equipped with foam-filled tires.
Tire and/or wheel failure could result in an
MEWP tip over. Component damage may
also result if problems are not discovered and
repaired in a timely fashion.
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Check all tire treads and sidewalls for cuts,
cracks, punctures and unusual wear.
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Check each wheel for damage and cracked
welds.
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Check each lug nut for proper torque to
ensure none are loose.
Refer to
Table 4.4
for tire/wheel specifications.
WARNING
Intermixing tires of different types or
using tires of types other than those
originally supplied with this equipment
can adversely affect stability. Therefore,
replace tires only with the exact Skyjack-
approved type. Failure to operate with
matched approved tires in good condition
may result in death or serious injury.
2.3-8 Manuals
Ensure a copy of operating manual, EC declaration
and other important documents are enclosed in
manual storage box.
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Check to be sure manual storage box is
present and in good condition.
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Ensure manuals are legible and in good
condition.
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Always return manuals to the manual storage
box after use.
2.3-9 Platform Assembly
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Ensure there are no loose or missing parts
and there is no visible damage.
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Ensure all fasteners are securely in place.
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Ensure all railings are properly positioned
and secured.
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Ensure gate is in good working order.
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Ensure there is no permanent deformation.
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Ensure footswitch is in good working order
and has not been modified, disabled or
blocked.
2.3-10 Platform Control Console
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Ensure all switches/controllers are returned
to neutral and are properly secured.
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Ensure there are no loose or missing parts
and there is no visible damage.
Platform
Railing
Footswitch
Platform Control
Console
Manual Box
Platform
Assembly
Anchorage Point
Anchorage Point
Visual & Maintenance Inspection
Section 2 - Familiarization
