Page 16 December 2007
Rough Terrain Scissors
TM
Visual & Maintenance Inspection Section 2 - Familiarization
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
2.3 Visual & Daily Maintenance
Inspections
Begin the visual and daily maintenance inspections
by checking each item in sequence for the conditions
listed in this section.
WARNING
To avoid injury, do not operate an
MEWP until all malfunctions have been
corrected.
WARNING
To avoid possible injury, ensure MEWP
power is off during your visual and daily
maintenance inspections.
CAUTION
Ensure MEWP is on a firm, level
surface.
NOTE
While doing visual and daily inspections
in different areas, be aware to also inspect
limit switches, electrical and hydraulic
components.
2.3-1 Labels
Refer to Section 5 - Labels section in this manual and
determine that all labels are in place and are legible.
2.3-2 Electrical
Maintaining the electrical components is essential to
good performance and service life of the MEWP.
Inspect the following areas for chafed, corroded and
loose wires:
• base to platform cables and wiring harness
• engine compartment electrical panel
• engine wiring harness
• hydraulic/electrical wiring harnesses
2.3-3 Limit Switches
Ensure limit switches are properly secured with no signs
of visible damage and movement is not obstructed.
2.3-4 Hydraulic
Maintaining the hydraulic components is essential to
good performance and service life of the MEWP.
Perform a visual inspection around the following
areas:
• hydraulic tank filter, fittings, hoses,
emergency power unit (if equipped) and
base surfaces
• engine compartment fittings, hoses, main
pump, and filter
• all hydraulic cylinders
• all hydraulic manifolds
• the underside of the base
• ground area under the MEWP
• outriggers
Base
Outriggers
Platform Assembly
Scissor
Assembly
Limit Switch
Platform Control Console
Outriggers
Limit Switch