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Potential service and safety problems may be detected
by inspecting the aerial platform. This chapter includes
information on properly inspecting the aerial platform and
includes a prestart inspection check list at the end of the
chapter to ensure that no areas are overlooked.
Warning
The potential for an accident increases when operat-
ing an aerial platform that is damaged or malfunction-
ing. Death or serious injury could result from such
accidents. Do not operate the aerial platform if it is
damaged or malfunctioning.
Carefully read, understand and follow all safety rules,
operating instructions, decals/placards and any applicable
national safety instructions/requirements while performing
the prestart inspection.
Perform a prestart inspection at the beginning of each
shift, before using the aerial platform on the job. The in-
spection site must have a smooth and level surface that
is unobstructed to allow for full elevation, and be capable
of supporting the machine maximum wheel load.
Operator's Manual Holder
The manual holder is located next to the hydraulic reser-
voir tray behind the cowling on the left side of the machine.
To inspect the Operator's Manual holder:
1. Make certain the Operator's Manual holder is securely
fastened in place.
2. Check to see that the proper Operator's Manual is in
the holder.
3. Check to see that the manual is complete with all
pages intact and in readable condition.
4. Make certain ANSI publication "Manual of Responsibil-
ities for Dealers, Owners, Users, Operators, Lessors
and Lessees of ANSI/SIA A92.5-2006 Boom-Support-
ed Elevating Work Platforms" is in the manual holder.
Engine
Open the door on the right side of the machine. The latch
to hold the engine tray is to the left of the tray (refer to
Figure 7.1).
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Engine Tray
Latch
Figure 7.1 – Engine Tray Latch
• Visually inspect the engine and its components with
the engine off.
• Inspect the fasteners to make certain they are in good
working condition to hold the engine tray in place.
Oil Level
The proper oil level is between the two marks on the
dipstick.
To inspect the oil level:
1. Make sure the engine has been off for at least five
minutes before checking the oil level. This will allow
time for the oil to drain to the pan for a more accurate
oil level reading.
2. Remove the dipstick and check to see that the oil
level is between the two marks.
3. If necessary, add oil before starting the engine.
Note
Refer to Chapter 2 for the correct engine oil grade and
weight.
Coolant
The engine is liquid cooled.
• When the engine is cold, the coolant level should
be visible in the sight gauge at the top of the coolant
tank (refer to Figure 7.2).
• When the engine is at operating temperature, the
coolant should be at the Hot level.
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