Operation Instructions; Prohibitions - Haulotte Compact 8 Operator's Manual

Electric scissor lifts
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- Safety precautions

3 - Operation instructions

It is preferable to operate the machine on flat, consolidated ground (tarmac, concrete, etc.).
3.1 -

PROHIBITIONS

• Never use a faulty machine (hydraulic leaks, worn tires, malfunction).
• Never operate the machine controls suddenly.
• Never place the machine against a structure to hold that structure in place.
• Never use the machine to tow other machines or to drag materials.
• Never expose the batteries or electrical components to water (pressure cleaner, rain).
• Never disable the safety devices.
• Do not make contact with a fixed or mobile obstacle. The contact can cause premature deterioration of
the structure and lead to the corruption of certain safety elements.
• Do not climb onto the covers.
• Never use the machine with only an operator in the platform. It must be used by 2 operators.
• Never use the machine when the platform is cluttered.
• Never increase the surface area of the platform by using floor extensions or accessories not authorized
by HAULOTTE®.
• Never leave the hydraulic cylinders fully extended or retracted before switching off the machine, or
during an extended stop period.
• Never use the machine with material or objects suspended from the guard-rail.
• Never use the machine with elements that can increase the wind force (panels).
• Never increase the working height by using attachments (ladder).
• Never use the guardrail as a means of access for climbing in or out of the platform. The basket can be
easily accessed in its low position. For machines fitted with : Steps have been provided for this purpose
where required.
• Never climb on the guardrail.
• Do not use the machine if the guard rails are not correctly installed and locked.
• Never use the machine without fitting the sliding (or rotating) middle rail, closing the safety gate or the
swing gates beforehand.
• Never use the machine as a crane, material lift or elevator.
• Never use the machine for any other purpose than to transport people, their tools and material to the
desired place.
• Never drive fast in narrow or cluttered areas. Keep speed under control in bends.
• Never tow the machine over extended distances (it must be transported on a trailer).
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