Genie GRC-12 Operator's Manual page 12

Operator's Manual
Work Area Safety
Do not use batteries that weigh less than the
original equipment. Batteries are used as
counterweight and are critical to machine stability.
Each battery must weigh 28 kg.
Do not modify or alter an aerial work platform
without prior written permission from the
manufacturer. Mounting attachments for holding
tools or other materials onto the platform,
toeboards or guard rail system can increase the
weight in the platform and the surface area of the
platform or the load.
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Do not place or attach fixed
or overhanging loads to
any part of this machine.
Do not place ladders or
scaffolds in the platform or
against any part of this
machine.
Do not transport tools and
materials unless they are
evenly distributed and can
be safely handled by the
person in the platform.
Do not use the machine on
a moving or mobile surface
or vehicle.
Be sure all tires are in good
condition, castle nuts are
properly tightened and
cotter pins are properly
installed.
Crushing Hazard
Keep hands and limbs out of mast.
Do not work under the platform or mast without the
battery cover raised.
Use common sense and planning when operating
the machine with the controller from the ground.
Maintain safe distances between the operator, the
machine and fixed objects.
Operation on Slopes Hazards
Do not drive the machine on a slope that exceeds
the slope and side slope rating of the machine.
Slope rating applies to machines in the stowed
position only.
Maximum slope rating,
stowed position
Maximum side slope rating,
stowed position
Note: Slope rating is subject to ground conditions
and adequate traction.
Fall Hazards
The guard rail system provides fall protection. If the
occupant of the platform is required to wear
personal fall protection equipment (PFPE) due to
job site or employer rules, PFPE and its use shall
be in accordance with the PFPE manufacturer's
instructions and applicable governmental
requirements. Use approved lanyard attachment
point provided.
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