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DRIVING INSTRUCTIONS
A - BEFORE STARTING THE PLATFORM
- Ensure that the intermediate rail is fully in the locked position before operating the platform from the basket.
- If the platform is new, see the section: Before starting the platform for the first time in chapter 1 - operating and safety instructions.
- Carry out daily maintenance (see: chapter 3 - MAINTENANCE, A - DAILY pages).
- Before starting the platform, check the levels:
• I.C. PLATFORMS:
• ELECTRIC PLATFORMS:
• Engine oil • Hydraulic tank oil
• Hydraulic tank oil • Battery charge level
• Fuel
• Coolant
- The platform must be in transport position (with the arms completely folded back or the scissors in the low position) before you enter
it.
- Make sure the horn works.
- Check before operating the platform that the access gate has been properly locked.
B - DRIVER'S CAB OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
- Whatever his experience, the operator is advised to familiarise himself with the position and operation of all the controls and
instruments before operating the platform.
- Wear suitable clothing for driving the platform; do not wear baggy clothes.
- Make sure you have the appropriate protective equipment for the job to be done.
- Prolonged exposure to high noise levels may cause hearing problems. It is recommended to wear ear muffs to protect against
excessive noise.
- Remain alert at all times when using the platform. Do not listen to the radio or music using headphones or earphones.
- For increased comfort, adopt the correct position at the platform's operator station.
- The operator must always be in the normal operator's position: it is prohibited to have arms or legs, or generally any part of the body,
protruding from the basket.
- Safety helmets must be worn.
- MANITOU recommends a safety harness in the operator’s size be provided when the platform is in use (for the harness attachment in
the basket , see chapter 2 - DESCRIPTION, CHECKING AND CONTROL INSTRUMENTS pages).
- The control units must never in any event be used for any other than their intended purposes (e.g. climbing onto or down from the
platform, portmanteau, etc.).
- In the case of scissors-type platforms, it is forbidden to use the platform without the guardrails in place.
- Suspending a load under the basket or on any part of the lifting apparatus is strictly forbidden.
- The operator must not climb into or get down from the basket unless it is at ground level (with the lifting system folded).
- If the platform is equipped with steps, the basket must be positioned vertically with these before going up or down.
- The platform must not be fitted with attachments that increase the unit's wind load.
- Do not use a ladder or any improvised constructions in the basket to reach greater heights.
- Do not climb on the sides of the basket to reach greater heights.
- Never operate the platform when hands or feet are wet or soiled with greasy substances.
C - ENVIRONMENT
- Comply with site safety regulations.
- The platform can be manoeuvred from the ground: ensure that you forbid access.
- If you have to use the platform in a dark area or at night, make sure it is equipped with working lights.
- The platforms may not be used as cranes or elevators for the permanent transport of people or materials, nor as jacks or supports.
- When operating, ensure that there is no one or anything impeding the platform’s progress and operation.
- When raising the platform, ensure that no one or anything impedes the platform’s operation and do not perform any inappropriate
manoeuvres.
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