Chapter 8 – Prestart Inspection
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Item Inspect For Ok
Operator’s Manual In manual holder
Electrical System
Battery fluid level Proper level
Battery terminals Clean, connectors tight
Battery charger Proper operation
Cables and wiring harness No wear or physical damage
Hydraulic System
Fluid level Between full and add marks with platform stowed
Hoses, tubes, and fittings No leaks
Free-wheeling valve Fully closed
Tires and Wheels Good condition
Ground Strap In place and securely fastened
Lower Control Station
Operating controls Proper operation
Emergency stop Shuts off lower controls
Lowering alarm Sounds when platform lowers
Pothole Protector Interlock Proper operation
Emergency Lowering Proper operation
Safety Prop No damage or deformation
Flashing Light Proper operation
Structures
Weldments Welds intact, no damage or deformation
Slide pads In place, no damage or deformation
Fasteners In place and tight
Upper Control Station
Guardrail system Welds intact, no damage or deformation
Platform extension Proper operation
Swing-down rails Fasteners in place, proper operation
Brakes Proper operation
Operating controls Proper operation
Emergency stop Shuts off upper controls
Lowering alarm Sounds when platform lowers
Drive motion alarm Sounds when aerial platform moves
Electrical power outlet Proper operation
Battery condition indicator Proper operation
Horn Sounds when activated
Placards and Decals In place and readable
Prestart Inspection Checklist