MAN.243 Rev.5 ENG - Use and maintenance manual S28 page 76 of 138
4.7.4 During the entrance in the basket
It is absolutely forbidden to use the equipment with
loads different from those indicated on the
diagram or for uses which are not allowed;
Do not overload the MEWP;
➔ During the different working operations, the use
of the safety belts is compulsory. Do not fasten
the safety belts to external structures but only to the
supplied grips placed in the basket;
➔ Make sure that the bar lifted to enter the basket, has
returned in its lock position.
4.7.5 During the use of the MEWP
➔ In any dangerous or irregular conditions, stop the
machine by using the emergency button. Before
restarting the machine, check that the dangerous
conditions are over;
It is strictly forbidden to level the basket when the
machine is in working position;
Do not operate when the MEWP is in failure;
It is forbidden to use the “platform control
(emergency) position” when there are operators
inside the basket, unless there is emergency or
for testing operations before starting the work
(which shall be carried out without anyone in the
basket): from downstairs, it is difficult to esteem
how far the basket and the MEWP structure
components are from possible obstacles;
➔ Follow the MEWP working diagram.;
It is strictly forbidden to use the platform as a
crane, to hang posters, banners, poles, etc. to the
basket or to any other part of the MEWP;
Do not connect chain or ropes to the MEWP (since
they could be trapped amongst the MEWP
moving parts or they could hook fixed objects thus
causing the machine overturn);
It is absolutely forbidden to lift or lower loads by
using ropes and pulleys;
It is forbidden to lean out;