ZERO-TURN SERIES
ZT-1230
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ZT-1630
6
7
MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING MANUAL
ZT5.0-M REV A
SECTION 1
SAFETY
SECTION 1
SAFETY
1.1 | SAFETY SYMBOLS
MAINTENANCE INFORMATION IS FOR USE BY
TRAINED PERSONNEL ONLY.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING WILL CAUSE
DEATH OR PERSONAL INJURY.
"DANGER" indicates an imminently hazardous
situation, which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING MAY CAUSE
DEATH OR PERSONAL INJURY.
“WARNING” indicates a potentially hazardous
situation, which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING MAY CAUSE
INJURY OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT.
“CAUTION” indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result
in minor or moderate injury or damage to
equipment.
1.2 | GENERAL RULES AND PRECAUTIONS
An operator of any type of work platform is subject to certain hazards that cannot be protected by mechanical
means. It is therefore essential that operators be competent, careful, physically and mentally fit and thoroughly
trained in safe operation of this machine.
Although Custom Equipment, LLC conforms to specified ANSI, OSHA, & CSA it is the responsibility of the
owner to instruct operators with the safety requirements made not only by Custom Equipment, LLC, but by
the various safety boards in your area, as well as additional requirements set forth by ANSI, OSHA, & CSA. If
you come across a situation that you think might be unsafe, stop the platform and request further information
from qualified sources before proceeding.
NEVER REACH BETWEEN SCISSORS LINKS OR PROP
UP PLATFORM UNLESS MAINTENANCE PINS ARE IN
PLACE.
1.3 | SAFETY GUIDELINES
Maintenance Lock
The maintenance lock must be placed into position whenever the machine is being serviced in the raised or
partially raised position. Serious injury and/or death could result if maintenance lock is not used properly.
FIGURE 1: Maintenance Lock Use
FIGURE 2: Maintenance Lock Storage
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE LISTED SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS MAY RESULT IN MACHINE DAMAGE,
PERSONNEL INJURY, OR DEATH.
Other Guidelines
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Never work under an elevated platform until maintenance locks have been engaged.
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Remove all rings, watches, and jewelry when performing any maintenance.
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Do not wear long hair unrestrained or loose fitting clothing and neckties which may become caught on or
entangled in equipment.
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Observe and obey all warnings and cautions on machine and in manual.
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Keep oil, grease, water, etc. wiped from standing surfaces and handholds.
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Before making any adjustments, lubricating or performing any other maintenance, shut off all power
controls.
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Battery should always be disconnected during replacement of electrical components.
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Keep all support equipment and attachments stowed in their proper place.
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Use only approved nonflammable cleaning solvents.
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After maintenance, inspect the machine as described for Pre-delivery.
