Youngman BOSS X Series, Manual

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12 BoSS X-Series Instructions for Use
3 - Safety rules
These safety rules should be adhered to in
every way.
never exceed the 240kg rated capacity
(Safe Working Load or SWL) of the
platform
never use the BoSS X-Series machine as a
crane
never attempt to increase the reach or
working height of the BoSS X-Series
machine by use of additional
equipment eg ladders
never use the BoSS X-Series machine in
temperatures exceading 50
o
C or
below -20
o
C
never manoeuvre the BoSS X-Series
machine on an inclined surface
otherwise it may become
uncontrollable
never
release the brakes or manoeuvre the
BoSS X-Series machine whilst in an
elevated position as this may cause
instability
never manoeuvre the BoSS X-Series
machine with a person or materials
on the platform.
never attempt to get on or off the work
platform of the BoSS X-Series
machine when elevated
never apply external side loads to the
platform or scissor structure
never allow persons at ground level to
operate the controls whilst the
platform is occupied (unless in an
emergency situation)
never operate the BoSS X-Series machine
outdoors
never use the BoSS X-Series machine as
a jack, prop or tie to support other
structures or machines etc.
never
interfere with, wedge or attempt
to override hydraulic, electrical or
mechanical safety devices
never remove the platform guardrails when
the machine is in use
never allow works overhead of the BoSS
X-Series machine to be carried out
which are outside the control of the
operator
never
use the BoSS X-Series machine as
an electrical earth when welding
structures alongside it
never use the guardrails to carry materials
never
attempt to overreach