JLG AM Series Operation And Safety Manual page 20

• Never attempt to use the machine as a crane. Do not tie-off
machine to any adjacent structure. Never attach wire, cable,
or any similar items to platform
• Platform to structure transfers at elevated positions are dis-
couraged. Where transfer is necessary, enter and exit
through the gate only with the platform within 1 foot (0.3
m) of the adjacent safe and secure structure. 100% tie-off is
also required in this situation using (2) lanyards. One lan-
yard must be attached to the platform, the second lanyard
attached to the structure. The lanyard connected to the
platform must not be disconnected until the transfer to the
structure is complete.
• Do not allow personnel to tamper with, or operate the
machine from the ground with personnel in the platform,
except in an emergency.
• During operation, keep all body parts inside platform rail-
ing.
• Never position ladders, steps, or similar items on unit to
provide additional reach for any purpose.
• When working from platform both feet must be firmly posi-
tioned on deck.
• Do not perform work that will subject unit to a horizontal
force or create a swaying motion of the platform.
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• Always ensure that power tools are properly stowed and
never left hanging by their cord from the platform work
area.
• Avoid any build up of debris on the platform floor. keep
mud, oil, grease and other slippery substances from foot-
wear and platform floor.
• Do not operate machine from platform without the gate in
place and properly closed.
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