Operator Safety Reminders; Electrocution Hazard - Skyjack SJ 3215 Service Manual

Section 1 - Scheduled Maintenance
Failure to comply with your required responsibilities in the use and operation of the aerial platform

Operator Safety Reminders

A study conducted by St. Paul Travelers showed that most accidents are caused by the failure of the operator to
follow simple and fundamental safety rules and precautions.
You, as a careful operator, are the best insurance against an accident. Therefore, proper usage of this aerial platform
is mandatory. The following pages of this manual should be read and understood completely before operating the
aerial platform.
Common sense dictates the use of protective clothing when working on or near machinery. Use appropriate safety
devices to protect your eyes, ears, hands, feet and body.
Any modifications from the original design are strictly forbidden without written permission from SKYJACK Inc.

Electrocution Hazard

This aerial platform is not electrically insulated. Maintain a Minimum Safe Approach Distance (MSAD) from energized
power lines and parts as listed below. The operator must allow for the platform to sway, rock or sag. This aerial
platform does not provide protection from contact with or proximity to an electrically charged conductor.
DO NOT USE AERIAL PLATFORM AS A GROUND FOR WELDING.
DO NOT OPERATE AERIAL PLATFORM DURING LIGHTNING OR STORMS.
ANSI/SIA A92.6-2006
and CSA B354.2-01 Requirements
Voltage Range
(Phase to Phase)
0 to 300V
Over 300V to 50KV
Over 50KV to 200KV
Over 200KV to 350KV
Over 350KV to 500KV
Over 500KV to 750KV
Over 750KV to 1000KV
FAILURE TO AVOID THIS HAZARD WILL RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY!
SJIII Series
wARNiNG
could result in death or serious injury!
DANGER
Avoid Power Lines
Minimum Safe Approach Distance
Minimum Safe Approach Distance
(Feet)
Avoid Contact
10
15
20
25
35
45
Operator's Responsibility for Maintenance
CE Guidance Note
"Avoidance of danger from overhead lines"
Adhere strictly to the governmental rulings
and regulations applicable in your country.
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