Snorkel MHP1335 Operation Manual page 75

main boom
a boom assembly located between the turntable
and the platform or jib boom. The main boom
includes the base, intermediate, and tip boom.
maximum travel height
the maximum platform height or the most
adverse configuration(s) with respect to stability
in which travel is permitted by the manufacturer.
Minimum Safe Approach Distance
the minimum safe distance that electrical
conductors may be approached when using the
aerial platform. Also called MST
operation
the performance of any aerial platform functions
within the scope of its specifications and in
accordance with the manufacturers instructions,
the users work rules, and all applicable
governmental regulations.
operator
a qualified person who controls the movement of
an aerial platform.
platform
the portion of an aerial platform intended to be
occupied by personnel with their tools and
materials.
platform height
the vertical distance measured from the floor of
the platform to the surface upon which the
chassis is being supported.
prestart inspection
a required safety inspection routine that is
performed daily before operating the aerial
platform.
qualified person
a person, who by reason of knowledge,
experience, or training is familiar with the
operation to be performed and the hazards
involved.
rated work load
the designed carrying capacity of the aerial
platform as specified by the manufacturer.
stow
to place a component, such as the platform, in its
rest position.
turning radius
the raidus of the circle created by the wheel
during a 360O turn with the steering wheels
turned to maximum. inside turning radius is the
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wheel closest to the centre and outside turning
radius is the wheel farthest from the centre.
turntable
the structure above the rotation bearing which
supports the main boom. The turntable rotates
about the centerline of rotation.
unrestricted rated work load
the maximum designed carrying capacity of the
aerial platform allowed by the manufacturer in all
operating configurations.
upper controls
the controls located on or beside the platform
used for operating some or all of the functions of
the aerial platform.
wheelbase
the distance from the centre of the rear wheel to
the centre of the front wheel.
working envelope
the area de fined by the hor i zon tal and ver ti cal
lim its of boom travel that the plat form may be
po si tioned in.
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