GTTZ10EJ Operation Manual 5-1 © Mar. 2022
5 PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION
UNSAFE OPERATION HAZARD
Be sure to follow the instructions and
safety rules in this manual. Failure to
follow the instructions and safety
rules in this manual may result in
death or serious injury.
Do not operate this machine unless
you have learned and practiced the
rules for safely operating the ma-
chine as stated in this manual.
• Know and understand the safety
rules before continuing the next
step.
• Avoid dangerous situations.
• Always check the machine before
operating.
• Select appropriate machinery and
personal protective equipment
(hard hats, safety belt and gloves,
etc.) for the task.
• Always perform a pre-operation
function test before using the
machine.
• Check the work site.
• Check the safety decals/ name-
plates on the machine.
• Only use the machine according
to the instructions in this manual
and for its intended purpose.
Before operating the machine, please first understand
the tasks to be done and be aware of the following:
1. Be familiar with each function of the machine and
capable of operating it adeptly.
2. Only the person authorized by the management is
allowed to operate the machine.
3. Obey the safety rules in this manual, and fully
understand and follow the operating instructions in
this manual to operate the machine.
4. The operator should go through a professional train-
ing based on this operation manual, and should be
certified as a qualified operator in operation of this
machine.
5. Clearly understand all nameplates, warning and
safety decals on the machine.
6. Before each operation, examine and check the op-
erational environment, and ensure the safety pro-
tection equipment is properly in place. The safety
equipment may differ according to the operational
environment.
7. Before operating the machine, be sure that all con-
trol handles are returned to neutral, and all switches
in the OFF position.
TIPS FOR CONDUCTING A
PRE-OPERATION
INSPECTION
TIPPING HAZARD
Do not change or modify the aerial
work platform without the prior
written permission of the
manufacturer. If an additional
device is installed on the platform
or guardrail for placing tools or
other materials, this will increase
the platform weight and surface
area or increase the load.
• The operator is responsible for performing the “pre-
operation inspection” and routine maintenance as
stated in this manual.
• Before each shift change, the operator must
conduct a pre-operation inspection to find out
whether the machine has obvious problems before
the operator performs a pre-operation function test.
• The pre-operation inspection also helps the
operator determine whether the machine requires
routine maintenance.
• Please refer to Inspecting Parts, page 5-2 and
check each item.
• Never use a machine that has damaged or modified
parts. Mark the machine and stop using the
machine if you discover damage or modifications.
• Only qualified maintenance technicians can repair
the machine according to the manufacturer's
regulations. After any maintenance, the operator