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I n s t r u c t i o n s f o r U s e
a n d M a i n t e n a n c e
Section A
Glossary
Machine The whole assembly comprising the mobile platform and the vehicle.
Joint Point of articulation between two or more elements that allow for its
movement (synonym: hinge).
Telescopic assembly Tubular unit (two or more tubes) that slide within one another, thereby
allowing the assembly to extend or retract (synonym: telescopic
extension or extensions).
Hydraulic extension Extension or return of a specific element by means of a hydraulic
movement.
Telescopic extension See Telescopic assembly above.
Extensions An expression that is used incorrectly in this sector to indicate a
telescopic assembly featuring hydraulic motion.
Stabilising elements The parts of the lifting platform used to stabilise the machine (distributor,
Cylinders, shafts and feet).
Power circuit System that transmits an energy or force used to move a part of the
platform (hydraulic, electric, pneumatic, etc.).
Straddle Distance between the axis of the tower and the exterior of the car (or
enclosure).
Platform Part of the machine on which the operator(s) stand(s) where the
machine controls are situated. In this sector, the platform is often
incorrectly referred to as the car, basket or enclosure.
Car See platform above (synonym: basket or enclosure).
Basket or enclosure See platform above (synonym: Car).
Operator Person in charge of using and controlling the lifting platform. In
accordance with the standardised norm EN 292/1, paragraph 3.21, the
operator is defined as the person or persons in charge of operating,
adjusting, performing maintenance work, cleaning and transporting the
machine.
Person exposed Any person located completely or in part in a dangerous area.
Risk Result determined by the combination of the probabilities and the degree
of seriousness of the possible lesions or possible health damages in a
dangerous situation.
Dangerous area Any area inside and/or near a machine where there is a continuous
risk for the safety and health of the persons exposed.
Manufacturer The company that manufactures the lifting platform, and in some cases
also combines it with the vehicle.
Elevating part Part of the lifting platform comprising the fifth wheel, column, arms,
arm assembly, antenna, car and the controls that operate the latter.
Stationary part Part of the machine comprising the counterframe, shafts, stabilising
cylinders and the controls that operate the latter.