August 2007
SKYJACK, Page 16
Section 1 - About Your Aerial Platform
SJM & SJII Series
• DO NOT overload the platform, the lift relief valve
does not protect against overloading when the
platform is elevated.
• DO NOT attempt to free a snagged platform with
lower controls until personnel are removed from
the platform.
• DO NOT position the aerial platform against an-
other object to steady the platform.
Warning
Entering and Exiting the aerial platform should only
be done using the 3 point contact system.
• Use only equipped access openings and ladders.
• Enter and exit only when the elevating aerial
platform is in the fully retracted position
• Do Use Three Point Contact To Enter And Exit
The Platform. Enter and exit the platform from the
ground only. Face the machine when entering or
exiting the platform.
• Three Point Contact means that two hands and
one foot OR one hand and two feet are in contact
with the aerial platform at all times during entering
and exiting.
Warning
An operator should not use any aerial platform
that :
• Does not have a clean, uncluttered work area.
• Does not appear to be working properly.
• Has been damaged or appears to have worn or
missing parts.
• Has alterations or modifications not approved by
the manufacturer.
• Has safety devices which have been altered or
disabled.
Failure to avoid these hazards could result in
death or serious injury.
1-18. Safety Precautions (Continued)
Know And Understand The Safety Precautions Before Going On To Next Section.
Jobsite Inspection.
• Do not use in hazardous locations.
• Perform a thorough jobsite inspection prior to
operating the aerial platform, to identify potential
hazards in your work area.
• Be aware of moving equipment in the area. Take
appropriate actions to avoid collision.
Warning
• Do NOT use if work platform is not working
• Do NOT use under the influence of alcohol or
drugs
• Do NOT use with damaged tires or wheels.
• Do NOT use with improperly inflated tires.
• Do NOT use with tires or tire fills that are not per
manufacturers specifications refer to maintenance
manual.