Section 2 - Familiarization Function Tests
It is the responsibility of the operator to read, completely understand and follow all instructions and warnings
contained in this operating manual and on the aerial platform.
FAMILIARIZATIONFAMILIARIZATION
2.4 Function Tests
Function tests are designed to discover any malfunctions
before aerial platform is put into service. The operator
must understand and follow step-by-step instructions to
test all aerial platform functions.
WARNING
Never use a malfunctioning aerial platform.
If malfunctions are discovered, aerial
platform must be tagged and placed out of
service. Repairs to aerial platform may only
be made by a qualified service technician.
After repairs are completed, operator must perform a
pre-operation inspection and a series of function tests
again before putting aerial platform into service.
Prior to performing function tests, be sure to read and
understand Section 3.8 - Start Operation.
2.4-1 Test Main Power Disconnect Switch
1. On platform control console, pull out “ ”
emergency stop button.
2. Pull out base “ ” emergency stop button.
3. At rear of the base, turn main power disconnect
switch to “ ” off position and attempt to
activate all aerial platform functions.
Result: Aerial platform functions should not
operate.
2.4-2 Base Control Console
1. Push in base “ ” emergency stop button.
2. Turn main power disconnect switch to “ ” on
position.
• Test Base Emergency Stop Light
1. Pull out base “ ” emergency stop button.
Result: Emergency stop light should
continuously illuminate.
• Test Base Emergency Stop
1. Push in “ ” emergency stop button and
attempt to raise or lower the platform.
Result: Platform raising and lowering
functions should not operate.
Main Power
Disconnect
Switch
Base
Emergency
Stop
Vertical Mast
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