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Move the MEWP for transport Section 6 – Additional Procedures
1. Release the brakes manually. Refer to
section 6.2.
2. Remove the wheel chocks or blocks.
3. Push, winch, or tow the MEWP to the necessary
location.
4. Put the MEWP on a firm, level surface.
5. Use wheel chocks or blocks at the front and rear
of the wheels to prevent MEWP movement.
6. Pull out the plunger of the brake auto-reset
valve to re-engage the brakes.
7. Turn the freewheeling valve clockwise until it is
closed tightly.
WARNING
Engage the brakes immediately after the MEWP is
at the necessary location. If you do not obey, there
is a risk of death or serious injury.
6.4 Move the MEWP for
transport
When you drive a MEWP onto or remove it from a
transport vehicle, on a public road, give protection to
the person(s) involved. Protection can include:
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Warning cones
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Road signs and signaling devices
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Applicable personal protective equipment, such
as reflective clothing
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Flag personnel to warn other vehicles of the
MEWP and other related vehicles
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Other applicable control measures.
Obey all the national, state/provincial/territorial, and
local safety rules when you move the MEWP for
transport. Only qualified personnel with authorization
must drive the MEWP on to or remove it from a
transport vehicle.
Be sure the vehicle capacity and load equipment,
hoists, chains, straps, and other related items are
sufficient to withstand the maximum MEWP weight.
Park the transport vehicle on a level surface. Use
wheel chocks or blocks to prevent unintended vehicle
movement during this operation.
6.4-1 Lift the MEWP with a forklift
When you lift the MEWP, you must:
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Turn the main power disconnect switch to the
off position.
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Close and tightly latch the engine compartment
door.
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Retract the extension platform. Correctly insert
the lock-pin(s).
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Attach the platform control console to the
mounting bracket, or remove the platform
control console
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Remove all personnel, tools, and materials from
the platform.
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Lift the MEWP with the forklift forks in the forklift
lift locations
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. Refer to Figure 055.