Safety Inspection; Environment Safety - Powermate Aluminum LE Series Operating Manual

SAFETY INSPECTION

WARNING: Do not use PowerMate
corrosion. Failure to do so may result in catastrophic failure, which may lead to
injury, damage or loss of property, and loss of life.
Inspect the PowerMate
operation can be safely completed. Insure all components of the unit are secure
and functioning.
Do not use accessories or attachments not recommended by the manufacturer, as
this may increase risk of damage and cause hazards.
Use only PowerMate
Attachment for box type loads, Cylinder attachment for cylindrical loads, etc.
Insure that the PowerMate

ENVIRONMENT SAFETY

CAUTION: Barriers, warning signs, designated walkways or other safeguards must be
provided where pedestrians are exposed to the risk of collision.
Plan your work. Make a plan of action from picking up the load to the point where the
load is delivered. Check for doorway size, pathway surfaces, ceiling heights, tight
corners, stair step size and integrity, turn radius considerations, etc.. Always use the
recommended number of operators for a load.
Check the work site. Inspect the area to be traversed with the PowerMate
debris, rough surfaces, pot holes, bumps, steep grades, etc.. Avoid spills of any kind,
slippery surfaces, soft ground, and standing water. Observe any condition that may
cause loss of control of the PowerMate
Ensure planned route for PowerMate
personnel. When visibility is obstructed use spotter person for direction instruction
and/or clear path of obstacles and un-involved personnel.
Do Not Place the PowerMate
be capable of carrying the loaded PowerMate
condition of stairs and the edges of loading docks and vehicle beds. When moving on
or off a vehicle, be prepared for movement in the vehicle suspension system.
Do not use PowerMate
explosive or toxic vapours are present and/or are given off by oil base paint, paint
thinner, some mothproofing substances, or in an area where flammable dust is
present.
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equipment if it is damaged. Check for
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unit (see maintenance section) prior to using to ensure the
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accessories best suited for the application ie: Strapbar
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unit is charged and ready for the operation.
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unit leading to injury and/or property damage.
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operation is clear of obstacles and un-involved
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Unit on an unstable surface. Supporting surface must
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equipment in an enclosed space where oxygen, flammable,
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PowerMate
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Unit with Operator(s). Check the
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Operation Manual
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unit. Avoid
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