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Section 3 – Familiarization Features and devices
3.4-5 Platform load sensing system
The platform load-sensing system prevents normal MEWP movement when the platform is overloaded and in a
stationary position.
Refer to the platform capacity label(s) for the platform capacity.
WARNING
If the platform is overloaded because of contact with an overhead obstruction, do one of the steps that
follow:
▪
Remove the obstruction from the platform. Then after four seconds, you can operate the normal
functions.
▪
Use the emergency-power unit to release the platform from the obstruction (refer to
Section 3.4-6).
WARNING
Fall hazard. Do not try to free a snagged platform with the base controls until you remove all personnel
from the platform. If you do not obey, there is a risk of death or serious injury.
3.4-6 Overload status
Mode/Condition
Indicator
Light
Zone
Border
Light
Audible
Alarm
Drive
Functions
Powered
Boom
Functions
Emergency
Power
(Platform)
Emergency
Power
(Base)
The platform is near the rated load On Off Off Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled
In the lowered travel position: the load
on the platform is more than the rated load
Flashing Off Pulsing Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled
In the elevated travel position: the load
on the platform is more than the rated load
Flashing Off Pulsing Disabled Disabled Enabled Enabled
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* If you reset power to the controls (for example, push and pull the emergency-stop button) when the
MEWP is in this mode, the MEWP will be in the overload condition when elevated.
WARNING
If the platform load sensing system is in the fault mode, the capacity lights ash alternately and the
overload light ashes. The capacity zone border light continuously illuminates as well. Do the steps that
follow:
▪
Make sure the platform is level, and there are no obstructions in contact with the platform.
▪
If the platform load sensing system stays in the fault mode, the emergency-power unit can be used
to lower the platform. Remove the MEWP for servicing. Speak to a qualied service technician for
repairs. If you do not obey, there is a risk of death or serious injury.