Electrical System; Hydraulic System; Placards And Decals; General Safety Rules - Snorkel S2255RT Operator's Manual

Chapter 3 – Safety
Do not operate the aerial platform from trucks, trailers,
railway cars, floating vessels, scaffolds, or similar
equipment unless the application is approved in writing
by Snorkel.
Do not use the aerial platform as a crane, hoist, jack or
for any purpose other than to position personnel, tools,
and materials.
Do not climb on the guardrails or use ladders, planks,
or other devices to extend or increase the work position
from the platform.
Take care to prevent rope, electrical cords, and hoses,
etc., from becoming caught in or on the aerial platform.
Ÿ If the platform or scissors structure becomes caught
on an adjacent structure or other obstacle and is
prevented from normal motion, reverse the control
to free the platform.
Ÿ If control reversal does not free the platform, evacu-
ate the platform before attempting to free it.

Electrical System

Charge the batteries in a well-ventilated area free of
fl ame, sparks, or other hazards that might cause fi re
or explosion.
Do not operate any of the aerial platform functions while
the battery charger is plugged in.
Warning
Batteries give off hydrogen and oxygen that can
combine explosively. Death or serious injury could
result from a chemical explosion. Do not smoke or
permit open fl ames or sparks when checking the
batteries.
Battery acid can damage the skin and eyes. Serious
infection or reaction could result if medical treat-
ment is not given immediately. Wear face and eye
protection when working near the batteries. Thor-
oughly rinse away any spilled fl uid with clean water.
Ÿ Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can damage your
eyes or skin on contact.
Ÿ Wear a face shield, rubber gloves, and protective
clothing when working around batteries.
If acid contacts your eyes, fl ush immediately with
Ÿ
clear water and get medical attention.
Ÿ If acid contacts your skin, wash off immediately with
clear water.
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Hydraulic System

The hydraulic system contains hoses with hydraulic
fl uid under pressure.
Danger
Hydraulic fl uid escaping under pressure can have
enough force to inject fl uid into the fl esh. Serious
infection or reaction will result if medical treatment
is not given immediately. In case of injury by escap-
ing hydraulic fl uid, seek medical attention at once.
Do not place your hand or any part of your body in front
of escaping hydraulic fl uid. Use a piece of cardboard or
wood to search for hydraulic leaks.

Placards and Decals

The aerial platform is equipped with placards and de-
cals that provide instruction for operation and accident
prevention. Do not operate the aerial platform if any
placards or decals are missing, damaged, or illegible.

General Safety Rules

This aerial work platform is intended to lift persons,
their tools and materials used for the job. It is designed
for repair, assembly, and assignments at workplaces
above head height (ceilings, cranes, roof structures,
buildings, etc.). Uses or alterations to the aerial work
platform must be approved by Snorkel.
This aerial work platform is not insulated. Refer to ap-
plicable national/governmental/local regulations for safe
approach distances.
Exceeding the specifi ed permissible maximum load is
prohibited.
The use and operation of the aerial work platform as a
lifting tool or a crane is prohibited.
Never exceed the manual force allowed for this ma-
chine.
Distribute all platform loads evenly on the platform.
Never operate the machine without fi rst surveying the
work area for stationary or moving obstacles and sur-
face hazards such as holes, drop-off s, bumps, curbs,
or debris; and avoiding them. Never strike or bump into
stationary or moving obstacles while driving or raising
and lowering the platform.
Use three points of support when entering or exiting the
platform. Grasp the handrails, not the doors, with one
hand on each side. Use two hands and one foot on the
step when climbing into and out of the platform.
Platform passengers should watch their hands and
fi ngers for pinch points while holding on the guardrails
while the platform is moving.
Operate machine only on surfaces capable of supporting
wheel loads.
Never operate the machine when wind speeds exceed
the machine's wind rating.
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