Safety Inspection; Environment Safety - Powermate ALUMINUM L Series Operating Manual

SAFETY INSPECTION

WARNING: Do not use PowerMate
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
Avoid 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
and/or property damage.
Ensure planned route for PowerMate
uninvolved 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
must be capable of carrying the loaded PowerMate
Check the 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
flammable, 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 corrosion.
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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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operation is clear of obstacles and
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Unit on an unstable surface. Supporting surface
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equipment in an enclosed space where oxygen,
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unit leading to injury
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Unit with Operator(s).
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unit.
PN 011120 Rev.E
Eng. 04/ 25/ 14