Operator's Manual
Sixth Edition • First Printing
Work Area Safety
14
IWP
®
Super Series
Part No. 1298036GT
Electrocution Hazards
This machine, even with an optional fiberglass
platform, is not electrically insulated and will not
provide protection from contact with or proximity to
electrical current.
Keep away from the machine if it contacts
energized power lines or becomes electrically
charged. Personnel on the ground or in the
platform must not touch or operate the machine
until energized power lines are shut off.
Obey all local and governmental regulations
regarding required clearance from electrical power
lines. At a minimum, the required clearance
contained in the chart below must be followed.
Voltage
Phase to Phase
Minimum Safe
Approach Distance
0 to 300V
Avoid Contact
300V to 50KV
10 ft
3.05 m
50KV to 200KV
15 ft
4.60 m
200KV to 350KV
20 ft
6.10 m
350KV to 500KV
25 ft
7.62 m
500KV to 750KV
35 ft
10.67 m
750KV to 1000KV
45 ft
13.72 m
Allow for platform movement, electrical line sway
or sag, and beware of strong or gusty winds.
Do not use the machine as a ground for welding.
Do not operate an AC powered machine or a DC
battery charger unless using a 3-wire grounded
extension cord connected to a grounded AC
circuit. Do not alter or disable 3-wire grounded
plugs.
Collision Hazards
Operators must comply with employer, job site,
and governmental rules regarding use of personal
protective equipment.
Check the work area for overhead obstructions or
other possible hazards.
Be aware of crushing hazards when grasping the
platform guard rail.
Do not lower the platform unless the area below is
clear of personnel and obstructions.
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