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Move the MEWP for transport Section 6 – Additional Procedures
Install the propane cylinder:
1. Push the emergency-stop button on the base
control console.
2. Put the new propane cylinder on the mounting
bracket.
3. Put the propane cylinder on the propane
mounting bracket. Make sure the metal peg
goes through the hole on the propane cylinder
rim.
4. Reconnect the propane cylinder straps to the
hooks and fasten them tightly.
5. Attach the hose to the new propane cylinder.
Turn the fitting clockwise to tighten it.
6. Apply mild soapy water to the propane hose
connection.
7. Open the valve one quarter-turn
counterclockwise. Do an inspection for gas
leaks.
8. If there are no gas leaks, fully open the propane
cylinder valve.
9. Wipe off the soapy water after the inspection is
complete.
6.5 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.
6.5-1 Hoist the MEWP
WARNING
Only qualified riggers must operate the machinery
during a lift.
When you hoist 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(s). 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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