TM
Page 30
December 2007
SJ 46A & SJ 46AJ
Visual and Daily Maintenance Inspections
Section 2 - Operations
Wheel/Tire Assembly
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The aerial platform is either equipped with
air tires or foam-filled tires. Tire and/or wheel
failure could result in an aerial platform tip
over. Component damage may also result if
problems are not discovered and repaired in
a timely fashion.
wARNiNG
An over-inflated tire can explode and
may cause death or serious injury.
Check all tire treads and sidewalls for cuts,
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cracks, punctures and unusual wear.
Check each wheel for damage and cracked
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welds.
Check each lug nut for proper torque to
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ensure none are loose.
To maximize stability, it is essential to maintain
proper pressure in all air-filled tires.
Check each tire with an air pressure gauge
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and add air as needed.
for tire/wheel specifications.
2.8-8 Manuals
Ensure a copy of operating manual, and other
important documents are enclosed in manual
storage box.
Check to be sure manual storage box is
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present and in good condition.
Ensure manuals are legible and in good
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condition.
Always return manuals to the manual storage
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box after use.
2.8-9 Platform Assembly
Ensure there are no loose or missing parts
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and there is no visible damage.
Ensure all fasteners are securely in place.
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Ensure all railings are properly positioned
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and secured.
Ensure gate is in good working order.
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Ensure footswitch is in good working order
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and has not been modified, disabled or
blocked.
2.8-10 Platform Control Console
Ensure all switches/controllers are returned
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to neutral and are properly secured.
Ensure there are no loose or missing parts
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and there is no visible damage.
Platform
Railing
Footswitch
Platform Control
Console
Manual Box
Platform
Assembly
