Potential Risks; Risk Of Command System Disturbance; Risk Of Falling; Risk Of Electrocution - Haulotte C8 Operator's Manual

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- Safety precautions
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POTENTIAL RISKS

3.2.1 - Risk of command system disturbance

Risk of disrupted movement. Maintain clearance from high voltage lines or magnetic fields.

3.2.2 - Risk of falling

When in the machine platform, respect the following instructions :
• Carry individual protection equipment adapted to the work conditions and local
rules.
• Avoid hitting fixed or mobile obstacles (other machines).
• Ensure that the adjustable midrail is closed (low position and against the guardrails).
• Ensure that the gate is closed and locked (For HB135JRT).
• Hold on securely to the guardrails during elevation and driving.
• Do not sit, stand, or climb on the guard rails of the platform.
• Always keep the feet firmly on the floor of the platform.
• Remove any trace of oil or grease from the steps, floor, handrail and the guardrails.
• Keep the floor of the platform free of debris.
• Do not leave the platform until it is in the fully in stowed position.
To climb up or climb down from the platform :
• The machine must be completely stowed.
• Face the machine to access the entry opening to the
platform
• Keep 3 support points between the steps and the guardrail

3.2.3 - Risk of electrocution

The machine is not electrically insulated and does not offer any protection.
The risks of electrocution are high in the following situations :
• Close to live power lines, consider the movement of the machine and the swaying
of the electric power lines.
• In the event that you were to make accidental contact with a high voltage line, wait for the power to
the line to be switched off before operating the machine.
• During storms.
Never use the machine as a welding earth.
Maintain a minimum safe distance with regard to power lines and electrical devices.
Respect the local rules and the minimum safety distance.
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