CTE B-LIFT PRO Series Specification sheet

Read this manual carefully before attempting
to operate the lifting platform in any way
UM0170 March 10 03-2010 REVISION 00 GB
Lifting platform
Instructions for Use and Maintenance
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Sezione Main Index
General index
Section A
Information on the manual
Introduction ............................................................ 2
Storage .................................................................. 3
Intended user ......................................................... 3
Personnel for whom this manual is intended ........... 3
Topics not addressed ............................................. 3
Composition of the manual ..................................... 4
Information for the buyer ......................................... 5
Warnings ............................................................... 6
Glossary ................................................................ 7
Section B
Safety
The EC directives consulted ................................... 2
Conformity ............................................................. 2
Normative references .............................................. 2
Foreseen and unforeseen use ................................ 3
Intended use .......................................................... 3
Unauthorised uses ................................................. 3
Road traffic ............................................................. 4
Residual risks and dangers .................................... 5
During use of the lifting platform ............................. 5
Operator training .................................................... 6
Operators’ task ...................................................... 6
Training and importance of the procedures ............. 6
Brief outline of directive EC/89/391 ......................... 7
Definition of the operator positions .......................... 8
Operators’ tasks .................................................... 10
Personal protection equipment (PPE)..................... 11
Dangerous areas .................................................... 12
Risks for persons exposed ..................................... 13
Dangers for the persons exposed ........................... 13
Safe workplace ....................................................... 14
Type of workplace................................................... 14
Placing the machine .............................................. 14
Delimitation of the operating area boundary ............ 14
Electrical tolerances .............................................. 15
Vibrations and impact ............................................ 15
Contaminants ......................................................... 15
Ionising and non-ionising radiation .......................... 15
Lighting a “normal” setting ...................................... 16
Noise risk............................................................... 16
Section C
Description and Technical Data
Main parts - Platform .............................................. 2
Orientation ............................................................. 3
Identification ........................................................... 4
Main data plates .................................................... 5
Description and ...................................................... 7
Technical Data ....................................................... 7
MACHINE DIMENSION AND WORKING AREA ...... 9
Section D
Controls
Stabilising controls ................................................. 2
Controls - frame station .......................................... 3
Main controls - basket station ................................ 7
Stabiliser controls at the station in the basket (opt.) 10
Cabin controls ........................................................ 11
Auxiliary electrical motor control panel (Optional) ... 12
Section E
Safety devices
Emergency buttons ................................................ 2
Moment limiting device (MC2M) ............................. 3
WARNINGS ........................................................... 4
ALARMS ................................................................ 5
Buzzer ................................................................... 7
Outriggers and/or beams out of position ................. 8
Stabiliser interblocking ........................................... 9
Elevating Operations Consent ................................ 10
Basket balancing ................................................... 11
Control system chain tension adjustment ............... 12
Manual emergency pump ....................................... 13
Safety harnesses ................................................... 14
SectionE1
Optional
Electrical outlets - optional ..................................... 2
Revolving working light ............................................ 3
Auxiliary service systems ...................................... 4
Electrical auxiliary motor ........................................ 5
Battery charger ...................................................... 6

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Section F
Procedures for use
Introduction ............................................................ 2
Preliminary checks ................................................ 2
General warnings ................................................... 3
Vehicle engine - power take-off ............................... 5
Vehicle engine - Power take-off for Iveco vehicle. .... 6
Auxiliary 220 V electrical motor (optional) .............. 7
Stabilisation - work areas with HE beams............... 8
Stabilisation - work areas with HE beams............... 9
Manual stabilisation manoeuvres with HE cross-
beams .................................................................... 13
Stabilising operations ............................................. 15
Stabiliser controls at the station in the basket (optio-
nal) ........................................................................ 16
Precautions during use .......................................... 19
Closing the aerial part ............................................ 20
Closing of aerial part - Frame station manoeuvres .. 21
Stabilisation retraction ............................................ 22
Stabiliser retraction from the basket station (opt.l) .. 23
PTO deactivation .................................................... 25
TRANSPORT OR START UP CONFIGURATION .... 26
Rest mode ............................................................. 27
Section G
Anomalies
Troubleshooting ...................................................... 2
Section H
Maintenance
Cleaning ................................................................. 2
Hydraulic oil level check ......................................... 3
Paint coat check .................................................... 4
Lubrification of the articulation ................................ 5
Turntable lubrification ............................................. 6
Lubrification of the telescopic elements ................. 7
Gear Motor Oil Level Check/Change ....................... 8
Hydraulic Oil Replacement ..................................... 9
Telescopic Elements Clearance And Slide Blocks
Wear And Tear ....................................................... 10
Pressure Hydraulic Filters Replacement ................ 11
Tank Hydraulic Filters Replacement ....................... 12
Turntable Screw Tightening .................................... 13
Sub-Frame Screw Tightening ................................. 14
Chains ................................................................... 15
Ropes .................................................................... 19
Check ball-bearing clearance ................................. 20
Periodical Maintenance Table ................................. 21
Section H1
Maintenance
Demolition .............................................................. 2
Elimination ............................................................. 3
Section L
Assistance and guarantee
Guarantee .............................................................. 2
Maintenance and transfer register .......................... 2
Delivery to the owner .............................................. 3
Transfers of ownership ............................................ 4
Maintenance charts ................................................ 5
Maintenance charts ................................................ 6
Maintenance charts ................................................ 7
Maintenance charts ................................................ 8
Section N
Emergency operations
Using the solenoid valves .................................... 2
Introduction ............................................................ 2
Possible conditions for using emerg. manoeuvres .. 3
ME1 - Electrical system malfunctioning - use of the
solenoid valve in the turret ...................................... 4
ME2 - Hydraulic system malfunctioning - Using the
hand pump ............................................................. 5
ME3 - Malfunctioning of the electrical and the
hydraulic systems .................................................. 5
Section S
Anomalies
Certificates ............................................................. 2

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NECESSARY CONDITIONS TO PLATFORM'S LIFE
The platform has been manufactured to bear 100.000 working cycles under heavy charge
conditions (for ex. 10 years, 50 weeks for years, 40 hours for week, 5 cycles for hour).
Before the end of each working cycle, the platform needs to be carely inspected and
overhauled by the manufacturer.
If the utilisation was particulary heavy, the check-up should be done by closer break times.
The recommended inspection's break time is about 1.000 hours; the overhauling break
time is about 7.000 hours.
ORIGINAL SPARE PARTS
Any tampering and/or replacing components with non original (cte) spare parts will
bring about the conditions for warranty cancellation and may seriously jeopardise
operator safety.

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Section
A
Information
on the manual
Index
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................2
Storage ........................................................................................................................................................3
Intended user...............................................................................................................................................3
Personnel for whom this manual is intended ..............................................................................................3
Topics not addressed ..................................................................................................................................3
Composition of the manual .........................................................................................................................4
Information for the buyer..............................................................................................................................5
Warnings .....................................................................................................................................................6
Glossary ......................................................................................................................................................7

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Introduction
CTE would like to thank you for your purchase.
Your lifting platform is the result of ongoing research in the personnel lifting sector.
Your machine not only complies with all the applicable safety requirements but it is also innovative, functional,
practical and built to last. To ensure it remains reliable, and consequently convenient, please use original
spare parts only.
You must read and understand the instructions for use and maintenance contained herein before operating
the platform in any way.
This manual exclusively illustrates the movements allowed in compliance with the limits set forth by the
technical specifications of this platform.
Please contact the CTE service centre should you have any queries that this manual cannot solve.

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Storage
Keep this manual in a safe, easily accessible place for future reference.
Handle it with care, to keep it legible and usable for the full life span of the platform.
The manual must accompany the platform even in the event of transfer of ownership.
Should the manual get lost or damaged, please request another copy from a CTE retailer.
Intended user
This manual features a description of the operations that CTE deems necessary to know in order to operate
the lifting platform and maintain its efficiency. It also provides information on the following topics:
1. Description of the safety devices, in order to avoid hazardous situations for the operator and persons
exposed;
2. construction characteristics, description, technical data and controls explanation;
3. operation and operating use;
4. routine maintenance which the operator can perform (except where otherwise specified);
5. disposal of materials that make up the platform.
Personnel for whom this manual is intended
This manual is intended for all operators in charge of operating, checking and performing maintenance work
on the machine (1st and 2nd operator, supervisor, maintenance worker). In particular, each operator must
read and understand both the information concerning safety as well as the information concerning the
operator’s specific task.
Topics not addressed
The following topics are not addressed in this manual:
- installation of the lifting platform.
- the maintenance work that must be performed by authorised CTE workshops.

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Composition of the manual
Each page in this manual is ordered according to the applicable section it belongs to.
This means that the page numbers start from 0 again for every section.
A letter identifying the section can be found on the top right hand corner of every page, followed by the actual
page number.
Each section is divided up into chapters (in turn divided up into paragraphs and sub-paragraphs).
The entire manual is subdivided into 14 sections:
A Information about the manual
B Safety
C Technical description and data
D Controls
E Safety devices
E1 Devices (Optionals)
F Procedures for use
G Anomalies
H Maintenance
H1 Demolition and disposal
L Assistance and warranty
N Emergency manoeuvres
P Enclosed documentation
S Certificates
Description of the sections
- Section Adescribes the structure of the manual and how it is divided up.
- Section Bincludes the safety requirements and the main safety norms to observe when using the lifting platform.
- Section Cincludes the data, performance and technical characteristics of the lifting platform.
- Section Ddescribes the function of the controls and tools installed on the lifting platform.
- Section E lists the general and safety devices installed, and describes their relevant characteristics.
- Section E1 lists the optional safety devices and other installed devices, describing their relevant characteristics.
- Section F describes the operating phases and the instructions for use intended for the personnel in charge of operating
the lifting platform.
- Section Gexplains how to recognise and troubleshoot those anomalies that can be dealt with directly by the operator
in charge of moving the platform.
- Section Hincludes the main maintenance operations, with an indication of the recommended timing.
- Section H1 includes instructions for disposal and demolition of the material that the platform is made of.
- Section Lincludes the forms to fill in after all scheduled maintenance work or after extraordinary maintenance work is
performed on the machine.
- Section Nincludes the main emergency operations to perform if necessary.
- Section S includes some certifications that will be enclosed with the platform.
- Section Pincludes the enclosures, the hydraulic and wiring diagrams of the machine.

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Information for the buyer
- The manufacturer is responsible for the efficiency of the product leaving the factory and its compliance
with the applicable class of use.
- Always make sure you understand the contents of the Instructions for Use and Maintenance manual.
Failure to observe the instructions provided therein relieves the Manufacturer of all liability for material
damage and/or personal injury.
- The use of non-original spare parts, or those not authorised by CTE; any modifications or tampering -
even minor - relieves the Manufacturer of all liability connected to the correct use, correct operation and
personal and/or material safety.
- All installation accessories (pumps, power take-offs, etc.), any equipment, controlling devices (remote/
radio-controls, coolers, etc.) and all other appliances supplied must be accompanied by the EC declaration
of conformity and the relevant instructions. Check the contents and find out more about the applicable
provisions before operating such appliances with the lifting platform. For any technical or information-
related problems, please contact CTE directly.

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Warnings
How an important note is highlighted to protect the safety of the operator, to protect the lifting platform and
other.
- Meaning of the pictograms or danger symbols, warnings and notes:
DANGER
triangular pictogram with yellow background, black border and black symbol.
This symbol is used to highlight situations that could cause vital damages both in
terms of personal injury as well as to the structure of the lifting platform itself.
ATTENTION
Triangular pictogram with yellow background and black border.
This symbol is used to show the operator incorrect or recommended operations or
procedures.
PROHIBITION
Circular with white background and red border with a red stripe across it.
This symbol is used to show the operator STRICTLY PROHIBITED operations or
procedures.
NOTES Used to show the operator any exceptions or particular situations where the topic that
has just been covered applies.

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Glossary
Machine The whole assembly comprising the mobile platform and the vehicle.
Joint Point of articulation between two or more elements that allow for its
movement (synonym: hinge).
Telescopic assembly Tubular unit (two or more tubes) that slide within one another, thereby
allowing the assembly to extend or retract (synonym: telescopic
extension or extensions).
Hydraulic extension Extension or return of a specific element by means of a hydraulic
movement.
Telescopic extension See Telescopic assembly above.
Extensions An expression that is used incorrectly in this sector to indicate a
telescopic assembly featuring hydraulic motion.
Stabilising elements The parts of the lifting platform used to stabilise the machine (distributor,
Cylinders, shafts and feet).
Power circuit System that transmits an energy or force used to move a part of the
platform (hydraulic, electric, pneumatic, etc.).
Straddle Distance between the axis of the tower and the exterior of the car (or
enclosure).
Platform Part of the machine on which the operator(s) stand(s) where the
machine controls are situated. In this sector, the platform is often
incorrectly referred to as the car, basket or enclosure.
Car See platform above (synonym: basket or enclosure).
Basket or enclosure See platform above (synonym: Car).
Operator Person in charge of using and controlling the lifting platform. In
accordance with the standardised norm EN 292/1, paragraph 3.21, the
operator is defined as the person or persons in charge of operating,
adjusting, performing maintenance work, cleaning and transporting the
machine.
Person exposed Any person located completely or in part in a dangerous area.
Risk Result determined by the combination of the probabilities and the degree
of seriousness of the possible lesions or possible health damages in a
dangerous situation.
Dangerous area Any area inside and/or near a machine where there is a continuous
risk for the safety and health of the persons exposed.
Manufacturer The company that manufactures the lifting platform, and in some cases
also combines it with the vehicle.
Elevating part Part of the lifting platform comprising the fifth wheel, column, arms,
arm assembly, antenna, car and the controls that operate the latter.
Stationary part Part of the machine comprising the counterframe, shafts, stabilising
cylinders and the controls that operate the latter.

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Section
B
Safety
Index
Conformity...................................................................................................................................................2
The EC directives consulted .......................................................................................................................2
Normative references..................................................................................................................................2
Foreseen and unforeseen use ....................................................................................................................3
Intendeduse................................................................................................................................................3
Unauthorised uses ......................................................................................................................................3
Road traffic..................................................................................................................................................4
Residual risks and dangers.........................................................................................................................5
During use of the lifting platform..................................................................................................................5
Operator training .........................................................................................................................................6
Operators’ task............................................................................................................................................6
Training and importance of the procedures.................................................................................................6
Brief outline of directive EC/89/391 .............................................................................................................7
Definition of the operator positions ..............................................................................................................8
Operators’ tasks........................................................................................................................................10
Personal protection equipment (PPE).......................................................................................................11
Dangerous areas ......................................................................................................................................12
Risks for persons exposed .......................................................................................................................13
Dangers for the persons exposed.............................................................................................................13
Safe workplace..........................................................................................................................................14
Type of workplace .....................................................................................................................................14
Placing the machine..................................................................................................................................14
Delimitation of the operating area boundary ..............................................................................................14
Electrical tolerances..................................................................................................................................15
Vibrations and impact................................................................................................................................15
Contaminants............................................................................................................................................15
Ionisingand non-ionising radiation.............................................................................................................15
Lighting a “normal” setting.........................................................................................................................16
Noise risk ..................................................................................................................................................16

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EC/98/37
2006/42/CE
EC/89/336
EC/73/23
22/06/1998
17/05/06
03/05/1989
19/02/1973
European Parliament and Council
Directiveconcerning the approximation
of legislations of member Countries re-
lative to machinery.
Directive 2006/42/CE of the European
Parliament and the Council of 17 May
2006 relating to machinery and that
modifies directive 95/16/CE (recasting)
Text with EEArelevance
European Council Directive for the
approximationoflegislationsofmember
Countries relative to electromagnetic
compatibility.
EuropeanCouncil Directive concerning
the approximation of legislations of
member Countries relative to electrical
materialintended for use withinspecific
voltage limits.
INFORCE UNTIL
28DECEMBER 2009
IN FORCE SINCE
29DECEMBER 2009
Amendments and
integrations:
EC/92/31, EC/93/68,
EC/93/97.
EC/93/68
Directives consulted for the design and construction of the lifting platform
Directive Date Object Notes
The EC directives consulted
The lifting platform was designed and built in compliance with the applicable directives in force
Norms consulted for the design and construction of the lifting platform
Norm Edition Title
UNIENIISO12100-1 09.1991 Safety of machinery - Fundamental concepts, general design
principles.Terminology, basic methodology
UNIENIISO12100-2 09.1991 Safety of machinery - Fundamental concepts, general design
principles. Technical specifications and principles.
EN13857:2008 30/04/08 Safety distances to impede access to dangerous areas with
upper limbs.
UNIEN349+A1:2008 04.1993 Safety of machinery - Minimum gaps to avoid crushing parts of
the human body.
UNIEN 982 .1997 Safety of machinery. Safety requirements for fluid power
systems and their components. Hydraulics.
CEI EN 60204-1 06.11.2007 Safety of machinery - Electrical equipment of machines.
UNIEN ISO 13850 2008 Safety of machinery - Emergency stop - Principles of design
Normative references
The lifting platform was built with principal reference made to the norms and technical specifications set
forth in norm EN 280 +A1 and the new updateA2.
Conformity

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Foreseen and unforeseen use
Intended use
The foreseen use is of a machine, DESIGNED SOLELY TO LIFT PERSONNEL, in compliance with
the limits set forth by the technical data.
The maximum speed of rotation allowed is 0.7 m/sec, calculated from the exterior edge of the basket and
with the telescopic assembly fully extended.
Themaximumlifting speed is 0.4 m/sec, calculated from thefullyclosed position to the fully open position of
the jack that operates such movements.
Further information providing the operating limits of the lifting platform is included in the technical data.
ATTENTION
It is forbidden to exceed the limits indicated in the technical data.
DANGER
It is forbidden to use the lifting platform in a different way from which it was foreseen
and designed.
Unauthorised uses
Lifting platform
It is forbidden to:
- lift loads or perform oblique lifts;
- use the lifting platform to push and/or pull objects;
- bring into the basket accessories or pieces of equipment, the chemical-physical characteristics of which classify them
as dangerous (e.g. flammable, toxic, explosive materials, etc.);
- overload the basket in excess of the limits allowed;
- load the basket when it is in an elevated position;
- increase the wind load by fitting sign posts or advertising billboards onto the platform;
- increase the operating height with ladders, pedestals, etc., once the operating position has been reached;
DANGER
If you use the platform observing not allowed procedures, as described by points
above mentioned, the risk of platform’s overturning or its structural breaking with
resultingdanger forhealth’soperator,and specifically his possible wounding or death,
is obviously high.

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Operating sites
It is forbidden to:
- Operate at a distance of less than 5 metres from the suspended electrical cables;
- use it in settings subject to exlosion and/or fire risk;
- operatein the open air whenthe wind conditions have anintensity in excess of 12.5m/s (equivalent to
a value of 6 in the Beaufort wind scale);
- operate in the open air in gusty wind conditions;
- operate in the open air when there are storms featuring electrical discharges (thunder and lightning);
- operate in the open air during stormy weather that may produce hail;
- The main slopes which can be achieved from the vehicle positioned in the proper working places are
indicated on the document “MACHINE DIMENSIONS- WORKING AREA” hereafter attached.
Accessories
It is forbidden to:
- useaccessories featuring operating andperformance-related characteristics that maycause dynamic
stresses in excess of those stated by the manufacturer;
- use accessories connected to independent electrical cables;
Behaviours
Below is a list of behaviours that the design and construction of the lifting platform cannot impede, but
which are not allowed due to the high degree of risk involved:
1. adjusting mechanical, electrical or hydraulic parts of the lifting platform during operation;
2. disassembling mechanical, electrical or hydraulic parts of the lifting platform during operation;
3. operating with the mechanical, electrical and hydraulic protection devices removed and/or
tampered with.
DANGER
It is the responsibility of the safety foreman to supervise that the machine is not
used inappropriately. In fact, if the lifting platform is used inappropriately, this would
jeopardise the safety of the operator, of the persons exposed, of animals and also
the soundness of the platform itself and of the materials situated in the operating
area.
Road traffic
ATTENTION
Make sure the overall dimensions indicated in the technical data comply with the
limits set forth by the norm governing road traffic in the country of use of the lifting
platform.

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Residual risks and dangers
During use of the lifting platform
1 Riskoffallingtools from an elevated position due to careless movements, with the consequent danger of
impact for the ground-level operator and the persons exposed;
2 Danger of crushing lower limbs (especially feet) during the stabiliser positioning operation for workers
pausing or passing though the operating area if they are not warned in advance of the use of the lifting
platform.
3 Risk of the lifting platform overturning if the positioning obligations and the load limits indicated in this
manual are not observed;
4 Risk of collision with fixed infrastructures and moving objects during platform operation unless the
necessary manoeuvring clearances have been taken into consideration;
5 Risk of collision with consequent crushing and falling hazards for the persons and/or workers present in
a production area situated in a dangerous area, unless they have been warned in advance of the use of
the lifting platform.
Transportation
1 Risk of collision with fixed or mobile infrastructures along the platform’s path, unless the equipment used
for work is not put back in place after use.
Parking
1 Risk, in the event of a momentary absence of the operator, of acts of vandalism if all doors fitted with a
lock are not locked or padlocked.
2 Risk, in the event of a momentary absence of the operator, that unauthorised persons may operate the
lifting platform unless the electrical and hydraulic systems are disabled.
Maintenance
1 Riskof yieldingof partsofthe liftingplatform, withthe consequent dangerof crushingand fall,ifoperations
are performed that have not been authorised by the manufacturer or if work is performed in workshops
not authorised by CTE
2 Risk of yielding or breakage of parts of the lifting platform, with the consequent danger of crushing and
fall, if parts or items are replaced with non-original spare parts.
3 Risk of leaks or pressurised fluid (oil) if incorrect work and/or work not authorised by the manufacturer is
performed on the hydraulic system or if such work is performed in workshops not authorised by CTE

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Operator training
Operators’ task
During the use of the lifting platform, there must be at least 2 operators present, each with tasks established
previously.
Car operator
(S)he has the task of operating the lifting platform from the controls fitted on the car itself.
Ground-level operator
(S)he will have the task of checking the area beneath the operating position, the stability of the platform
and operating the emergency controls of the lifting platform.
ATTENTION
Both operators should be suitably instructed on the use of the lifting platform. It is
particularly important that the operator landed preventively knows the exact
emergency moves controls’ site and use.
Operator characteristics
Theoperatorsshould bephysicallyfit, infullpossession oftheirmentalfaculties,fully awareofand responsible
for the dangers that may arise when using the lifting platform.
physical
Operators should have good eyesight (even through the use of spectacles or contact lenses), good
hearing and excellent motor skills.
mental
Operatorsmustnot takesubstances thatcould altertheirphysical andmental abilities(suchasmedication,
alcohol, narcotics, etc.).
operators should be aware that
- Less than perfect physical and psychological conditions can cause serious damage, not only in terms
of personal injury to the operators themselves, but also to persons, animals or material possessions
situated in the operating area.
- Outsiders are not allowed to use the lifting platform, as they are not aware of the risks and dangers
involved.
- It is advisable that the lifting platform be used by operators aged at 18 and over
- It is forbidden for the lifting platform to be used by subordinate workers, employed as apprentices.
Training and importance of the procedures
All operators in charge of positioning, using, performing routine maintenance and operating the machine
need to attend a training course, to ensure:
- the correct positioning of the vehicle in the chosen place of operation;
- a safe use of the platform during the normal operating process;