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Visual and daily maintenance inspections Section 4 – Inspections Before Operation
4.2-7 Hydraulic/electrical compartment
Open the hydraulic/ electrical compartment refer
Section 6.5. Do the inspection that follows:
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Batteries
WARNING
Explosion hazard. Keep ames and sparks away.
Do not smoke near the batteries. Batteries release
explosive gas while you charge them. Charge the
batteries in a well-ventilated area. If you do not
obey, there is a risk of death or serious injury.
WARNING
Corrosion hazard. Do not touch battery acid. Wear
the correct PPE. If the battery acid touches you,
immediately ush the area with cold water and get
medical aid.
1. Do an inspection of the battery case for
damage.
2. Make sure all the battery connections are
tight.
3. If applicable, do a check on the battery uid
levels. If the plates do not have a minimum
13 mm (1/2 inch) of solution above them, add
distilled or demineralized water.
WARNING
Only use original or manufacturer-approved parts
and components for the MEWP. If you do not obey,
there is a risk of death, serious injury, or machine
damage.
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Manifold
▪
Make sure all ttings and hoses are correctly
tightened.
▪
Make sure there is no indication of hydraulic
leakage.
▪
Make sure there are no loose wires or missing
fasteners.
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Hydraulic tank
▪
Make sure the hydraulic ller cap closes
tightly.
▪
Make sure there is no visible damage or
hydraulic leaks.
Hydraulic oil level:
1. Make sure the platform is fully lowered.
2. Do a check on the gauge on the side of the
hydraulic oil tank. The hydraulic oil level must
be at or a small distance above the top mark
of the gauge.
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