SECTION 2 - USER RESPONSIBILITIES, MACHINE PREPARATION, AND INSPECTION
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Function Check
Perform the Function Check as follows:
1. From the ground control panel with no load in the platform:
a. Check that all guards protecting the switches or locks
are in place.
b. Operate all functions and check all limiting and cut-out
switches.
c. Check auxiliary power (or manual descent).
d. Ensure that all machine functions are disabled when
the Emergency Stop Button is activated.
2. From the platform control console:
a. Ensure that the control console is firmly secured in the
proper location;
b. Check that all guards protecting the switches or locks
are in place;
c. Operate all functions and check all limiting and cut-out
switches;
d. Ensure that all machine functions are disabled when
the Emergency Stop Button is pushed in.
e. With machine in the transport (stowed) position, drive
on a grade (not to exceed the rated gradeability) and
stop to ensure the brakes hold;
f. With machine in the transport (stowed) position, check
the tilt sensor indicator light to ensure proper opera-
tion.
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