JLG LiftPod FT70 Installation and user guide

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Operation, Safety, Service and
Maintenance Manual
LiftPod Models
FT70
FT140
3121296
June 29, 2018 - Rev C
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3121296 LIFTPOD by JLG a
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The purpose of this manual is to provide owners, users, operators, lessors, and lessees with the precautions and oper-
ating procedures essential for the safe and proper machine operation for its intended purpose.
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dLIFTPOD by JLG 3121296
REVISION LOG
Original Issue
Revised
Revised
A - November 2, 2015
B - March 1, 2016
C - June 29, 2018 - Revised, Prop 65
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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SECTION - 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1.1 GENERAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
1.2 PRE-OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Operator Training and Knowledge . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Workplace Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Machine Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
1.3 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Trip and Fall Hazard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Electrocution Hazard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Tipping Hazards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Crushing and Collision Hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
1.4 MOVING, LIFTING AND REPOSITIONING . . . . . . . 1-10
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-10
Additional Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
1.5 MAINTENANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Maintenance Hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Battery Hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-11
SECTION - 2 - PREPARATION AND INSPECTION
2.1 PERSONNEL TRAINING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Operator Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Training Supervision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Operator Responsibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
2.2 PREPARATION, INSPECTION, AND
MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2
Pre-Start Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3
2.3 DAILY WALK-AROUND INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Walk-Around Inspection Components. . . . . . . . .2-3
Tool Tray Pre-Start Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-7
2.4 FUNCTION CHECK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Function Check Items. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8
SECTION - 3 - MACHINE OPERATION
3.1 GENERAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
3.2 MACHINE DESCRIPTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Base Component Detailed Description . . . . . . . .3-4
Platform Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5
Mast Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5
3.3 MACHINE ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6
Assembly of the Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-7
Power Pack Control Unit Installation
(Optional for FT70) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
Machine Disassembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13
3.4 MACHINE OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
Positioning and Leveling Machine . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
Entering/Exiting The Platform. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
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Platform Operation Using Cordless Drill . . . . . 3-16
Platform Operation Using The Power Pack
Control Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
Platform Operation Using Manual Descent
Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
3.5 TRANSPORT AND MANEUVERING (MOVING) . . . 3-19
General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19
Fully Assembled Maneuvering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19
Disassembled Maneuvering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20
Parking and Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21
Vehicle Transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21
3.6 POWER PACK (OPTIONAL FOR FT70). . . . . . . . . . . 3-22
Emergency Stop/Shutdown Button . . . . . . . . . 3-23
Mast Select Button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23
Function Enable Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23
Platform UP/DOWN Buttons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23
Battery Status LED Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23
Latch Release Handles (1 each side) . . . . . . . . . 3-24
Control Unit/Drive Unit Driveshaft. . . . . . . . . . . 3-24
Latch Locking Tabs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-24
Lithium-Ion Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-24
Connection Port for FT140 Drive Unit . . . . . . . . 3-24
Battery Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-25
Removing Battery From Power Pack
Control Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-25
Battery Charge Status Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-26
SECTION - 4 - EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
4.1 GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Manual Descent Tool. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Platform - Manual Descent Tool Operation . . . . 4-2
Ground - Manual Descent Tool Operation. . . . . 4-3
Platform Caught Overhead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Operator Elevated In Platform - Platform
Will Not Lower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
4.2 INCIDENT NOTIFICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
SECTION - 5 - GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
5.1 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
5.2 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Platform Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Optional Powerpack Electrical Specifications . . 5-2
Machine Component Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Serial Number Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
5.3 DECAL REPLACEMENT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
5.4 DECAL INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
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SECTION - 6 - SERVICE/MAINTENANCE AND REPLACEMENT
PARTS
6.1 INTRODUCTION - MAINTENANCE SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Maintenance Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
6.2 MACHINE PREPARATION, INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Preparation, Inspection, and Maintenance . . . . 6-3
Pre-Start Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Frequent and Pre-Delivery Inspection. . . . . . . . . 6-3
Annual Machine Inspection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Preventive Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
6.3 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION
SCHEDULE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
6.4 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES . . . . 6-8
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8
Safety and Workmanship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8
Cleanliness. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8
Component Disassembly and Reassembly . . . . 6-8
6.5 FT70 AND FT140 MAST SERVICE PROCEDURE. . . . 6-9
Relieving Gas Strut Cylinder Pressure . . . . . . . . 6-11
Removing Mast Top Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13
Outer-Mast Section Gas Strut Removal . . . . . . 6-14
GearBox Removal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-15
Mid-Mast Section Gas Strut Removal . . . . . . . . 6-16
Gearbox Housing Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-16
6.6 MAST DRIVE SCREW LUBRICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-18
6.7 REPLACEMENT PART/KITS OVERVIEW. . . . . . . . . . 6-20
BASE - FT140 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-20
BASE - FT70 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-20
MAST - FT70 and FT140 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-21
PLATFORM - FT70 and FT140. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-22
ACCESSORIES - FT70 and FT140 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-22
6.8 FT140 BASE FRAME COMPONENTS -
SERVICE KIT - LOCATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-24
6.9 FT70 BASE FRAME COMPONENTS -
SERVICE KIT - LOCATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-25
6.10 PLATFORM COMPONENT -
SERVICE KIT LOCATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-26
6.11 ACCESSORY COMPONENTS - SERVICE KITS . . . . 6-27
SECTION - 7 - TROUBLESHOOTING
7.1 GENERAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Troubleshooting Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-1
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SECTION - 8 - INSPECTION AND REPAIR LOG
8.1 INSPECTION AND REPAIR LOG TABLE . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
LIST OF FIGURES
2-1. Examples of cracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
2-2. Daily Walk-Around Inspection (Sheet 1 of 2). . . . . 2-4
2-3. Daily Walk-Around Inspection (Sheet 2 of 2). . . . . 2-5
2-4. Platform latch shown engaged . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
2-5. Location of manual descent tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
2-6. Tool Tray Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
3-1. Machine Main Components (FT70). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
3-2. Machine Main Components (FT140) . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
3-3. Base Frame Component Description - FT70 . . . . . 3-4
3-4. Base Frame Component Description - FT140 . . . . 3-4
3-5. Platform Component Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
3-6. Mast Component Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
3-7. Mast Mount (Stump) Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
3-8. Mast to Base Installation (FT70) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
3-9. Mast to Base/Mount Installation (FT140) . . . . . . . . 3-9
3-10. Platform Latch Engaged . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
3-11. Platform to Mast Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
3-12. Tool Tray Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
3-13. Powerpack Control Unit Installation (FT70) . . . . . 3-12
3-14. Powerpack Installation (FT140) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13
3-15. Bubble Level Indicator - Machine Level . . . . . . . . 3-14
3-16. Base Leveling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
3-17. Typical Cordless Drill Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
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3-18. Cordless Drill Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-17
3-19. FT70 - Lift the handle to extend the swivel
castor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-20
3-20. Power Pack Controller Components -
(FT70) (Option). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-22
3-21. Battery Removal - Powerpack Control Unit . . . . . 3-25
3-22. Charge status lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-26
4-1. Platform - Manual Descent Tool Operation . . . . . . 4-2
4-2. Ground - Manual Descent Tool Operation . . . . . . . 4-3
5-1. Base Decal Installation - FT70 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
5-2. Base Decal Installation - FT140 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
5-3. Mast Decal Installation - FT70 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11
5-4. Mast Decal Installation - FT140. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12
5-5. Platform Decal Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13
5-6. Tool Tray - Decal Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-14
5-7. Power Pack Control Unit - Decal Installation . . . . 5-15
5-8. Power Pack Drive Unit - Decal Installation . . . . . .5-16
5-9. Battery Pack Decal Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-17
5-10. Battery Charger Decal Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-18
6-1. FT70 and FT140 - Mast Component Overview . . . 6-9
6-2. FT70 and FT140 - Mast Slide-Pad Positioning . . . 6-10
6-3. Lubrication Access Covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-18
6-4. Mast Lubrication Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-18
6-5. Safety Nut Housing Grease Cavity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-19
6-6. FT140 - Base Frame Components -
Service Kit - Locations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-24
6-7. FT70 - Base Components -
Service Kit - Locations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-25
6-8. Platform Component - Service Kit - Locations. . 6-26
6-9. Accessory Components - Service Kit -
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-27
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LIST OF TABLES
1-1 Minimum Approach Distances (M.A.D.) . . . . . . . . . 1-6
2-1 Inspection and Maintenance Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
5-1 Machine Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
5-2 Platform Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
5-3. Optional Powerpack Electrical Specifications . . . 5-2
5-4. Machine Component Weights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
5-5 Decal Descriptions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
6-1. Preventative Maintenance & Inspection
Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
7-1. Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2
8-1. Inspection and Repair Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
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SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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SECTION 1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1.1 GENERAL
This section outlines the necessary precautions for proper
and safe machine usage and maintenance. In order to pro-
mote proper machine usage, it is mandatory that a daily
routine is established based on the content of this manual.
A maintenance program, using the information provided
in the Service and Maintenance section, must also be
established by a qualified person and must be followed to
ensure that the machine is safe to operate.
The owner/user/operator/lessor/lessee of the machine
must not accept operating responsibility until this manual
has been read, training is accomplished, and operation of
the machine has been completed under the supervision of
an experienced and qualified operator.
These sections contain the responsibilities of the owner,
user, operator, lessor, and lessee concerning safety, train-
ing, inspection, maintenance, application, and operation.If
there are any questions with regard to safety, training,
inspection, maintenance, application, and operation,
please contact JLG Industries, Inc. (“JLG”).
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS LISTED IN THIS MAN-
UAL COULD RESULT IN MACHINE DAMAGE, PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL
INJURY OR DEATH.
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1.2 PRE-OPERATION
Operator Training and Knowledge
•This manual must be read and understood in its entirety
before operating the machine. For clarification, questions,
or additional information regarding any portions of this
manual, contact JLG Industries, Inc.
•An operator must not accept operating responsibilities
until adequate training has been given by competent and
authorized persons.
•Allow only those authorized and qualified personnel to
operate the machine who have demonstrated that they
understand the safe and proper operation and mainte-
nance of the unit.
•Read, understand, and obey all DANGERS, WARNINGS, CAU-
TIONS, and operating instructions on the machine and in
this manual.
•Ensure that the machine is to be used in a manner which is
within the scope of its intended application as determined
by JLG.
•All operating personnel must be familiar with the emer-
gency controls and emergency operation of the machine as
specified in this manual.
•Read, understand, and obey all applicable employer, local,
and governmental regulations as they pertain to your utili-
zation and application of the machine.
Workplace Inspection
•Precautions to avoid all hazards in the work area must be
taken by the user before and during operation of the
machine.
•Do not operate or raise the platform from a position on
trucks, trailers, railway cars, floating vessels, scaffolds or
other equipment unless the application is approved in writ-
ing by JLG.
•Before operation, check work area for overhead hazards
such as electric lines, bridge cranes, and other potential
overhead obstructions.
•Check floor surfaces for holes, bumps, drop-offs, obstruc-
tions, debris, concealed holes, and other potential hazards.
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•Check the work area for hazardous locations. Do not oper-
ate the machine in hazardous environments unless
approved for that purpose by JLG.
•Ensure that the ground conditions are adequate to support
the maximum tire load indicated on the tire load decals
located on the chassis adjacent to each wheel.
•This machine can be operated in nominal ambient temper-
atures of 0oF to 104oF (-20oC to 40oC). Consult JLG to opti-
mize operation outside of this temperature range.
Machine Inspection
•Do not operate this machine until the inspections and func-
tional checks have been performed as specified in Section 2
of this manual.
•Do not operate this machine until it has been serviced and
maintained according to the maintenance and inspection
requirements as specified in the Service and Maintenance
section of this manual.
•Ensure all safety devices are operating properly. Modifica-
tion of these devices is a safety violation.
MODIFICATION OR ALTERATION OF AN AERIAL WORK PLATFORM SHALL BE
MADE ONLY WITH PRIOR WRITTEN PERMISSION FROM THE MANUFACTURER.
•Do not operate any machine on which the safety or instruc-
tion placards or decals are missing or illegible.
•Check the machine for modifications to original compo-
nents. Ensure that any modifications have been approved
by JLG.
•Avoid accumulation of debris on platform deck. Keep mud,
oil, grease, and other slippery substances from footwear
and platform deck.
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1.3 OPERATION
General
•Machine operation requires your full attention. Bring the
machine to a full stop before using any device, i.e. cell
phones, two-way radios, etc. that will distract your attention
from safely operating the machine.
•Do not use the machine for any purpose other than posi-
tioning personnel, their tools, and equipment.
•Before operation, the user must be familiar with the
machine capabilities and operating characteristics of all
functions.
•Never operate a malfunctioning machine. If a malfunction
occurs, shut down the machine. Remove the unit from ser-
vice and notify the proper authorities.
•Do not remove, modify, or disable any safety devices.
•Never slam a control switch or lever through neutral to an
opposite direction. Always return switch to neutral and stop
before moving the switch to the next function. Operate
controls with slow and even pressure.
•Do not allow personnel to tamper with or operate the
machine from the ground with personnel in the platform,
except in an emergency.
•Do not carry materials directly on platform railing unless
approved by JLG.
•Always ensure that power tools are properly stowed and
never left hanging by their cord from the platform work
area.
•Fully lower platform and shut off all power before leaving
machine.
•Remove all rings, watches, and jewelry when operating
machine. Do not wear loose fitting clothing or long hair
unrestrained which may become caught or entangled in
equipment.
•Persons under the influence of drugs or alcohol or who are
subject to seizures, dizziness or loss of physical control must
not operate this machine.
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Trip and Fall Hazard
•Prior to operation, ensure all gates and rails are fastened
and secured in their proper position.
•JLG recommends that the operator utilizes a fall restraint
system in the platform with a maximum 36 in. (91.4 cm) lan-
yard attached to an authorized lanyard anchorage point.
For further information regarding fall protection require-
ments on JLG products, contact JLG.
•Identify the designated lanyard anchorage point at the plat-
form and securely attach the lanyard. Attach only one (1)
lanyard per lanyard anchorage point.
•Enter and exit only through gate area. Use extreme caution
when entering or leaving platform. Ensure that the platform
assembly is fully lowered. Face the machine when entering
or leaving the platform. Always maintain “three point con-
tact” with the machine, using two hands and one foot or
two feet and one hand at all times during entry and exit.
•Keep both feet firmly positioned on the platform floor at all
times. Never position ladders, boxes, steps, planks, or simi-
lar items on unit to provide additional reach for any pur-
pose.
•Never use the mas assembly to gain access to or leave the
platform.
•Keep oil, mud, and slippery substances cleaned from foot-
wear and the platform floor.
MAX = 36in. (91cm)
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Electrocution Hazard
•This machine is not insulated and does not provide protec-
tion from contact or proximity to electrical current.
•Maintain distance from electrical lines, apparatus, or any
energized (exposed or insulated) parts according to the
Minimum Approach Distance (MAD) as shown in Table 1-1.
•Allow for machine movement and electrical line swaying.
•Maintain a clearance of at least 10 ft. (3m) between any part
of the machine and its occupants, their tools, and their
equipment from any electrical line or apparatus carrying up
to 50,000 volts. One foot additional clearance is required for
every additional 30,000 volts or less.
•The minimum approach distance may be reduced if insulat-
ing barriers are installed to prevent contact, and the barri-
ers are rated for the voltage of the line being guarded.
These barriers shall not be part of (or attached to) the
machine. The minimum approach distance shall be reduced
to a distance within the designed working dimensions of
the insulating barrier. This determination shall be made by
a qualified person in accordance with the employer, local,
Table 1-1. Minimum Approach Distances (M.A.D.)
VOLTAGE RANGE
(Phase to Phase)
MINIMUM APPROACH DISTANCE
in Feet (Meters)
0to50KV 10(3)
Over50KV to200 KV 15(5)
Over200 KVto350 KV 20(6)
Over350 KVto500 KV 25(8)
Over500 KVto750 KV 35(11)
Over750KVto1000KV 45(14)
NOTE: This requirement shall apply except where employer, local or govern-
mental regulations are more stringent.
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or governmental requirements for work practices near
energized equipment.
DO NOT MANEUVER MACHINE OR PERSONNEL INSIDE PROHIBITED ZONE (MAD).
ASSUME ALL ELECTRICAL PARTS AND WIRING ARE ENERGIZED UNLESS KNOWN OTH-
ERWISE.
Tipping Hazards
•Ensure that the ground conditions are adequate to support
the maximum tire load indicated on the tire load decals
located on the chassis adjacent to each wheel. Do not oper-
ate machine on unsupported surfaces.
•Do not elevate platform while on or near a sloping, uneven,
or soft surface. Ensure machine is positioned on a firm, level
and smooth surface before elevating platform.
•Before operating on floors, bridges, trucks, and other sur-
faces, check allowable capacity of the surfaces.
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