Collision Hazards; Bodily Injury Hazard - Genie Z-135/70 Operator's Manual

Operator's Manual
Work Area Safety

Collision Hazards

Be aware of limited sight distance and blind spots
when driving or operating.
Be aware of the boom position and tailswing when
rotating the turntable.
Be aware of machine length when operating. The
machine is 42 ft 5 inches / 12.9 m long.
Do not operate a boom in the path of any crane
unless the controls of the crane have been locked
out and/or precautions have been taken to prevent
any potential collision.
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Check the work area for
overhead obstructions
or other possible
hazards.
Be aware of crushing
hazards when grasping
the platform guard rail.
Operators must comply
with employer, job site
and governmental rules
regarding the use of
personal protective
equipment.
Observe and use the
color-coded direction
arrows on the platform
controls and drive
chassis for drive and
steer functions.
Z-135/70
Second Edition · Fourth Printing

Bodily Injury Hazard

Do not operate the machine with a hydraulic oil or
air leak. An air leak or hydraulic leak can penetrate
and/or burn skin.
Always operate the machine in a well-ventilated
area to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning.
Improper contact with components under any cover
will cause serious injury. Only trained maintenance
personnel should access compartments. Access
by the operator is only advised when performing a
pre-operation inspection. All compartments must
remain closed and secured during operation.
No stunt driving or
horseplay while
operating a machine.
Do not lower the boom
unless the area below
is clear of personnel
and obstructions.
Limit travel speed
according to the
condition of the ground
surface, congestion,
slope, location of
personnel, and any
other factors which
may cause collision.
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