Safety Rules - Upright SL20 Manual Del Operador

English Language Section
Electrocution Hazard
THIS MACHINE IS
NOT INSULATED.
USE OF THE AERIAL WORK PLATFORM: This aerial work platform is intended to lift persons and their tools as well as the material
used for the job. It is designed for repair and assembly jobs and assignments at overhead workplaces (ceilings, cranes, roof structures,
buildings etc.). All other uses of the aerial work platform are prohibited!
THIS AERIAL WORK PLATFORM IS NOT INSULATED! For this reason it is imperative to keep a safe distance from live parts of elec-
trical equipment!
ALL occupants must wear an approved fall restraint properly attached to designated platform anchorage point. Attach only one fall
restraint to each anchorage point.
Exceeding the specified permissible maximum load of 340 kg (750 lbs.) including 2 persons on the platform is prohibited!
The use and operation of the aerial work platform as a lifting tool or a crane (lifting of loads from below upwards or from up high on
down) is prohibited!
NEVER exceed 200 N (45 lbs.) of side force per occupant.
DISTRIBUTE all platform loads evenly on the platform.
NEVER operate the machine without first surveying the work area for surface hazards such as holes, drop-offs, bumps, curbs, or
debris; and avoiding them.
OPERATE machine only on surfaces capable of supporting wheel loads.
NEVER operate the machine when wind speeds exceed 24 km/h (14.9 mph) (6.7 m/sec. = Beaufort scale 4).
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY push EMERGENCY STOP switch to deactivate all powered functions.
Climbing up the railing of the platform, standing on or stepping from the platform onto buildings, steel or prefab concrete structures,
etc., is prohibited!
Dismantling the swing gate or other railing components is prohibited! Always make certain that the swing gate is closed and securely
locked!
It is prohibited to keep the swing gate in an open position (held open with tie-straps) 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 platform is elevated without blocking elevating assembly.
INSPECT the machine thoroughly for cracked welds, loose or missing hardware, hydraulic leaks, loose wire connections, and damaged
cables or hoses before using.
VERIFY that all labels are in place and legible before using.
NEVER use a machine that is damaged, not functioning properly, or has damaged or missing labels.
IF ALARM SOUNDS while platform is elevated, STOP, carefully lower platform. Move machine to a firm, level surface.
To bypass any safety equipment is prohibited and presents a danger for the persons on the aerial work platform and in its working
range.
NEVER charge batteries near sparks or open flame. Charging batteries emit explosive hydrogen gas.
Modifications to the aerial work platform are prohibited or permissible only at the approval by UpRight.
AFTER USE, secure the work platform from unauthorized use by turning both keyswitches off and removing key.
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Safety Rules

Tip Over Hazard
NEVER elevate the platform
or drive the machine with
platform elevated unless on
firm level surface.
Collision Hazard
NEVER position the platform
without first checking for
overhead obstructions or
other hazards.
Fall Hazard
NEVER climb, stand or
sit on platform
guardrails or midrail.
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