Placards And Decals; General Safety Rules - Snorkel 460SJ Operator's Manual

Do not smoke or permit open flames while fueling or near
fueling operations.
Never remove the fuel cap or fill the fuel tank while the
engine is running or hot. Never allow fuel to spill on hot
machine components.
Maintain control of the fuel filler nozzle when filling the
tank. Spilled fuel is a potential fire hazard.
Do not overfill the fuel tank. Allow room for expansion.
Clean up spilled fuel immediately.
Tighten the fuel tank cap securely. If the fuel cap is lost,
replace it with an approved cap from Snorkel. Use of a
non-approved cap without proper venting may result in
pressurization of the tank.
Never use fuel for cleaning purposes.
For diesel engines, use the correct fuel grade for the
operating season.
Caution
Engine coolant escaping under pressure may cause
serious burns. Shut the engine off and let it cool
before removing the radiator cap.
Let the engine and radiator cool before adding coolant.

Placards and Decals

The aerial platform is equipped with placards and decals
that provide instruction for operation and accident preven-
tion. Do not operate the aerial platform if any placards or
decals are missing or not legible.

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 specified 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 machine.
Distribute all platform loads evenly on the platform.
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Never operate the machine without first surveying the
work area for stationary or moving obstacles and surface
hazards such as holes, drop-offs, 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. For example, use two hands and one
foot when climbing into the platform.
Platform passengers should watch their hands and
fingers 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.
Do not operate the aerial platform in windy or gusty
conditions. Do not add anything to the aerial platform
that will increase the wind loading such as billboards,
banners, flags, etc.
In case of an emergency, push the emergency stop button
to deactivate all powered functions.
If an alarm sounds while the platform is elevated, stop
and carefully lower platform. Move the machine to a firm,
level surface.
Climbing up the railing of the platform, standing on or
stepping from the platform onto buildings, steel or prefab
concrete structures, etc., is prohibited. Never exit or enter
the platform when it is elevated.
For AS/NZS operators, no person shall access or egress
from the platform in the elevated position (excepts in
an emergency) unless the requirements of AS2550.10
have been met. For full requirements refer directly to
AS2550.10
Dismantling the entry gate or other railing components
is prohibited. Always make certain that the entry gate is
closed.
It is prohibited to keep the entry gate in an open position
when the platform is raised.
To extend the height or the range by placing of ladders,
scaffolds or similar devices on the platform is prohibited.
Never perform service on machine while the platform is
elevated without blocking booms.
Inspect the machine thoroughly for cracked welds, loose
or missing hardware, hydraulic leaks, loose wire connec-
tions, and damaged cables or hoses before using.
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