Sinoboom TB20J Plus - Important Safety Rules; General; Preparing for Operation

TB20J Plus Operation Manual
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© Feb. 2023
2 IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES
2.1 GENERAL
This chapter briefly describes the precautions that must
be followed for safe and correct operation and mainte-
nance of this machine. To ensure safe use and proper
operation of the machine, the operator must perform
routine maintenance on the machine in accordance with
the Operation Manual and Maintenance Manual. In ad-
dition, the machine must be regularly maintained and
serviced by a qualified service technician according to
the instructions provided in the Maintenance Manual.
Please first find out the local regulations regarding
MEWP and related operations. Different countries, re-
gions or governments may have related operation regu-
lations that are conflict with this manual, and in such
case, the stricter operation regulations should be fol-
lowed. If you have any questions about safety, training,
inspection, maintenance, purposes and operation of the
machine, please contact Hunan Sinoboom Intelligent
Equipment Co., Ltd.
Sinoboom could not have foreseen all the dangers that
may arise in relation to this machine, so all relevant par-
ties should pay attention to safety seriously.
Failure to follow the operating instructions and
safety rules in this manual may result in machine
damage, property loss, and personal injury.
2.2 PREPARING FOR OPERATION
Operator’s Training and Knowledge
Requirements
Before operating this machine, the operator should
read, understand and comply with all applicable regula-
tions and requirements of employers, local authorities
and governments related to the use of the machine.
Before operating this machine, the operator should
carefully read and fully understand this manual, and ac-
cept professional training based on the Operation Man-
ual and obtain the qualification to operate the machine
before operating the machine independently. The train-
ing content shall include, but not be limited to, the
following:
• Various warnings and operation instructions on the
machine and the Operation Manual
• Pre-start inspection
• Factors affecting the stability of the machine
• Common hazards and how to avoid them
• Workplace inspection
• Functions and related knowledge of all controls, in-
cluding emergency control
• Use of personal protective equipment appropriate to
the work task, workplace, and environment
• Safe operation
• Transportation
• How to avoid unauthorized use
Workplace Inspection
Before and during the operation of the machine, the
user must pay attention to the hazards and take preven-
tive measures to avoid hazards in the work area. Unless
with the written permission of Hunan Sinoboom Intelli-
gent Equipment Co., Ltd., this machine shall not be
used in the following conditions:
• Steep slopes or caves
• Ground with protrusions, obstacles, or debris
• Insecure or slippery surfaces
• Surfaces not sufficient to support the machine (ma-
chine weight + platform load)
• Trucks, trailers, rail cars, ships or other equipment
• Dangerous locations
• Places with overhead electric wires, cranes or other
potential obstacles
• In gusts, strong winds, or lightning weather
• Unauthorized persons
• Other places where unsafe conditions may occur
Machine Inspection
Make sure to complete all checks in strict accordance
with the steps in the Pre-operation Inspection section
of this manual before operating the machine:
• Pre-start inspection : Ensure that all components
are not loosening, missing or altered, and are se-
curely fixed, without visible damage, leakage or ex-
cessive wear, etc., and all parts are kept in their
original positions and working normally; make sure
that all fluid levels, battery level, etc. are appropriate;
ensure that the maintenance work has been