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Aerial work platform
B-LIFT 18 HV
COD. UM0287_GB | REV. 0.0 | ED: 09/18
GB
Chapter 6
PROCEDURES FOR USE
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Always keep handles and steps free from oil and grease.
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Use suitable safety harnesses when working.
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Make sure that the work area is not too close to power lines and that it is clear of obstacles.
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Use the steps to access the control panels.
CAUTION
When using the platform, the emergency manoeuvring workstation must be
monitored by qualiied personnel.
CAUTION
Do not climb on the vehicle and / or get into the cab when the machine is
stabilised.
IT IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED TO:
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lean over the edge of the platform whilst it is in use
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leave the ground control station unattended while the operator is alone in the work platform.
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remove covers and / or safety guards (except for maintenance)
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keep the joints lifted unnecessarily when the lifting platform is not being used for work.
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use the lifting platform under conditions of poor visibility.
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load the platform with materials and/or things when the platform is already at a height.
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use the elevating platform for lifting or moving materials and/or objects.
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tamper with safety devices
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get close to power lines and live electrical equipment.
Keep at a safety distance in compliance with the national standards in force.
If the rated voltage of the power line is not known, always keep a minimum distance of
5 m.
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get on and off the machine when it is already raised from the transport position.
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leave the platform unattended in a position other than the transport position without removing
the keys from the control panel.
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use the platform if the wind speed is greater than 45 km/s.
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use the platform to lift loads or transport materials.
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use the platform resting against external structures.
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exceed the maximum capacity of the work platform (particularly when it is raised).
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take substances that could alter your physical and mental abilities (e.g. alcohol, drugs).
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disable safety devices to carry out manoeuvres that would otherwise not be possible to perform.
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stop the lifting platform abruptly (unless for safety reasons).
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use the platform in potentially explosive environments.
Once you are on the bed of the vehicle, you should be careful because the anti-slip aluminium
components have sharp edges.
The operator in the basket must be supported by another properly instructed person on the ground.
There should be no obstacles or dangers in the basket work area.
Carry out maintenance regularly, following the schedule indicated in this manual and using appropriate
equipment that is in good working order.
If you need to move to another work area, move the machine with the equipment in the transport
position.
Before using the machine, place the stabilisers irmly on solid ground and level the vehicle, using a
spirit level.
Before getting onto the work platform, ensure that the weight of the operator and the equipment does
not exceed the values indicated in the load capacity diagram and on the CE plate (see section 3.3).
