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SAFETY
AB18EJ&18HJ Maintenance Manual 1-5 © Oct 2020
UNSAFE JOBSITE HAZARDS
the platform when the wind speed
exceeds 12.5 m/s (18 mph). If the
wind speed exceeds 12.5 m/s (18
mph) after the platform is lifted,
fold the platform and do not
continue to operate the machine.
• Do not drive or lift the machine on
slopes, steps or vaulted surfaces
that exceed the maximum
gradeability of the machine.
• Do not lift the machine on slopes
of more than 5° and do not drive
laterally on slopes of more than
5°.
UNSAFE JOBSITE HAZARDS
• Do not operate the machine on
surfaces, edges or potholes that
cannot bear the weight of the
machine. Raise or extend the
boom only when the machine is
on firm, flat ground.
• Never travel on uneven terrain or
unstable surfaces or in other
dangerous conditions when
raising the platform.
• When the machine is on rough
ground, with gravel or other
uneven surfaces, or near holes
and steep slopes, maintain a
minimum distance of 0.6m(2ft)
and reduce the speed.
• Do not use the tilt alarm as a
horizontal indicator. The tilt alarm
on the platform will sound only
when the machine is heavily tilted.
• If the tilt alarm sounds when the
machine drives up a slope, lower
the boom per the following
procedure and move the machine
onto firm level ground. Be sure
not to rotate the boom while
lowering.
1. Lower the main boom;
2. Lower secondary boom;
3. Retract the telescopic boom.
• If the tilt alarm sounds when the
machine drives down a slope,
lower the boom per the following
procedure and move the machine
onto firm level ground. Be sure
not to rotate the boom while
lowering.
1. Retract the telescopic boom;
2. Lower secondary boom;
3. Lower the main boom.
• Running speed should not exceed
0.8 km/h (0.5 in./second) when the
platform rises.
• If the machine can be used
outdoors, never operate it during
strong winds or gusts. Do not lift
the platform when the wind speed
exceeds 12.5 m/s (18 mph). If the
wind speed exceeds 12.5 m/s (18
mph) after the platform is lifted,