Time Versalift SST-37-EIH, Operator'S Manual

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28009-09 09/16 VERSALIFT SST-37/40-EIH
OPERA
TION
before initiating any lift movements.
If there is any kind of malfunction during this test run,
shut down the unit immediately. Do not operate the
lift again until the problem has been corrected by the
service department.
Operate each lift function from the lower controls
by constantly holding the 3-position selector valve
control handle in the lower controls position while
slowly moving the appropriate control handle in
the desired direction, as indicated by the decal
until motion begins. The rotation, boom raise,
lower, extend and retract movements, however, are
mechanically limited.
DANGER:
NEVER REVERSE OR STOP
THE DIRECTION OF LIFT TRAVEL SUDDENLY
AND AVOID REACHING THE END OF BOOM
RANGE AT EXCESSIVE SPEEDS. STRUCTURAL
DAMAGE OR INSTABILITY MAY RESULT
CAUSING DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
Operating Procedures At The Platform:
Complete the start-up procedure from the ground
before selecting the upper controls with the 3-position
control selector. In order to operate the lift from the
platform, select the upper controls with the 3-position
selector lever at the lower control station. Verify that
the upper-boom tie-down strap is disengaged. Using
the step(s) provided, carefully enter the platform.
Safety regulations require the operator be secured
with a personnel restraint system to the lift. The
lanyard shall be attached to the safety belt/harness
and the other end connected to an anchor located
on the inner boom. The safety belt must be rotated
so that the lanyard connection is centered on the
back of the operator.
DANGER:
NEVER OPERATE ANY AERIAL
EQUIPMENT WITHOUT WEARING AN APPROVED
PERSONNEL RESTRAINT SYSTEM ATTACHED
TO THE LANYARD ANCHOR. FAILURE TO
SECURE THE SAFETY BELT AND LANYARD MAY
RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY IN THE
EVENT OF A FALL FROM THE PLATFORM.
Before operating the lift, the operator should study,
“Upper Control Operation” in this section.
Operating Where Electrical Hazards Are Present:
It is imperative that the aerial device operator
understand the dangers associated with operating
near electrical hazards. Due to the work involved, the
ordinary uses of aerial lift often place the operator,
others in the platform, and ground crew in the vicinity
of electrical lines and equipment where grave danger
exists. These dangers can only be avoided by the
constant care of an operator who is aware of these
dangers, knows the limitations of the aerial-lift and
its insulating sections, and knows how to protect her/
himself and the crew from these dangers.
DANGER:
ALL COMPONENTS IN
THE PLATFORM AREA, INCLUDING THE
CONTROLS, JIB POLE, COVERS, ETC. SHALL
BE CONSIDERED ELECTRICALLY CONNECTED,
AND NOT INSULATED OR ISOLATED. THESE
COMPONENTS MAY CONDUCT ELECTRICITY
RESULTING IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
The unit provides as standard an outer boom
fiberglass section (Electroguard) that maintains a 42
in insulation gap even when the inner boom is fully
retracted. Aerial devices with the delete Electroguard
option will not provide isolation from earth ground
unless the fiberglass inner boom is extended a
minimum of 38 inches.
DANGER:
IF THIS AERIAL LIFT IS NOT
EQUIPPED WITH AN ELECTROGUARD, THE
INNER BOOM PROVIDES NO INSULATING
VALUE UNTIL THE INNER BOOM IS EXTENDED
AT LEAST 38 INCHES. DEATH OR SERIOUS
INJURY MAY RESULT IF THE INNER BOOM
IS NOT PROPERLY EXTENDED BEFORE
COMING IN CLOSE PROXIMITY TO ENERGIZED
CONDUCTORS.
The insulation capabilities of this aerial lift are
defined by the rated line voltage on the ANSI
A92.2 data plate. Although the Versalift provides
insulated booms, no aerial lift can provide protection
from contact with or proximity to an electrically
charged power line when you are in contact with,
or in proximity to another power line. Maintain safe
clearances from electrical power lines in accordance
with applicable government regulations. Make
certain to allow clearance for boom, platform, and
electrical line sway and deflection.
D A N G E R :
C O N TA C T W I T H , O R
INADEQUATE CLEARANCE FROM, ELECTRICAL