Operator's Manual
Inspections
Pre-operation Inspection
Be sure that the operator’s, safety and
responsibilities manuals are complete,
legible and in the storage container located
in the platform.
Be sure that all decals are legible and in place.
See Inspections section.
Check for hydraulic oil leaks and proper
oil level. Add oil if needed. See
Maintenance section.
Check for battery fluid leaks and proper fluid
level. Add distilled water if needed. See
Maintenance section.
Check for engine oil leaks and proper oil level.
Add oil if needed. See Maintenance section.
Check for battery fluid leaks and proper fluid
level. Add distilled water if needed. See
Maintenance section.
Check the following components or areas for
damage, improperly installed or missing parts and
unauthorized modifications:
Electrical components, wiring and
electrical cables
Hydraulic hoses, fittings, cylinders
and manifolds
Drive motors
Wear pads
Tires and wheels
Limit switches, alarms and horn
Nuts, bolts and other fasteners
Brake release components
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Safety arm
Platform extension(s)
Scissor pins and retaining fasteners
Platform control joystick
Outrigger housing and footpads
(if equipped)
Fuel and hydraulic tanks
Engine and related components
Platform entry gate
(if platform guard rails are installed)
Lanyard anchorage points
Generator (if equipped)
Alarms and beacons (if
equipped) Check entire machine for:
Cracks in welds or structural components
Dents or damage to machine
Excessive rust, corrosion or oxidation
Be sure that all structural and other critical
components are present and all associated
fasteners and pins are in place and
properly tightened.
Be sure side rails are installed, and snap
pins and bolts are fastened (if platform rails
are installed).
Note: If the platform must be raised to inspect
the machine, make sure the safety arm is in
place. See Operating Instructions section.
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