Platform Manual Descent - JLG ES1330L Operation & Safety Manual

Emergency Procedures
4.3.2 Operator Unable to Control Machine
If the platform operator is unable to operate or control the machine:
1. Other personnel should operate the machine from ground controls only as
required.
2. Only qualified personnel on the platform may use the platform controls. DO NOT
CONTINUE OPERATION IF CONTROLS DO NOT FUNCTION NORMALLY.
3. Rescue equipment can be used to remove the platform occupant (s). Cranes and
forklifts can be used to stabilize motion of the machine.
4.3.3 Platform Caught Overhead
If the platform becomes jammed or snagged in overhead structures or equipment, do
the following:
1. Shut off the machine.
2. Rescue all people in the platform before freeing the machine. Personnel must be
out of the platform before operating any controls on the machine.
3. Use cranes, forklifts or other equipment to stabilize motion of the machine to
prevent a tip over as required.
4. From the ground controls, carefully free the platform from the object.
5. Once clear, restart the machine and return the platform to a safe position.
6. Inspect the machine for damage. If the machine is damaged or does not operate
properly, turn off the machine immediately. Report the problem to the proper
maintenance personnel. Do not operate the machine until it is declared safe for
operation.
4.3.4 Righting of Tipped Machine
A fork truck of suitable capacity or equivalent equipment should be placed under the
elevated side of the chassis, with a crane or other suitable lifting equipment used to lift
the platform while the chassis is lowered by the forklift or other equipment.
4.4

PLATFORM MANUAL DESCENT

Use the Platform Manual Descent in the event of total power failure to lower the
platform using gravity. The manual descent control T-handle is located on the left rear
of the machine, just below the platform ladder. Look for the instruction decal located
beside the release handle.
The lowering procedure is as follows:
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