Manitou 260 TJ Instruction Manual

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1-8DRIVING INSTRUCTIONSA - B EFORE STARTING THE PLATFORM- Ensure that the intermediate rail is fully in the locked position before operating the platform from the basket.- If the platform is new, see the paragraph : before starting the platform for the first time in Chapter : 1 - safety advice andinstructions.- Carry out daily maintenance (see chapter 3 - MAINTENANCE, A - DAILY pages).- Before starting the platform, check the levels :• IC PLATFORMS : • ELECTRIC PLATFORMS :• IC engine oil • Hydraulic reservoir oil• Hydraulic reservoir oil • Battery charge level• Fuel• Coolant- The lifting platform must be in transport position (with the arms completely folded back or the scissors in the low position) beforeyou enter it.- Make sure the horn works.- Check before you use the lifting platform that the access door is properly locked.B - DRIVER’S OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS- Whatever his experience, the operator is advised to familiarize himself with the position and operation of all the controls andinstruments before operating the platform.Wear suitable clothing for driving the platform, do not wear baggy clothes.- Make sure you have the appropriate protective equipment for the job to be done.- Prolonged exposure to high noise levels may cause hearing problems. It is recommended to wear ear muffs to protect againstexcessive noise.- Always pay attention when using the platform. Do not listen to the radio or music using headphones or earphones- For increased comfort, adopt the correct position in the driver’s cab.- The operator must always be in his normal position in the driver’s seat : extending arms or legs (or, in general, any part of thebody), outside the basket is forbidden.- Safety helmets must be worn.- MANITOU recommends a safety harness in the operator’s size be provided when the platform is in use (for the harnessattachement in the basket , see chapter 2 - DESCRIPTION, CHECKING AND CONTROL INSTRUMENTS pages).- The control units must never in any event be used for any other than their intended purposes (e.g. climbing onto or down fromthe platform, coat-rack, etc.).- In the case of scissors-type platforms, it is forbidden to use the platform without the guardrails in place.- Suspending a load under the basket or on any part of the lifting apparatus is strictly forbidden.- The operator must not climb into or get down from the basket unless it is at ground level (with the lifting system folded).- If the nacelle is equipped with a step, the basket must be situated directly below it before mounting or dismounting.- The platform must not be fitted with any accessory increasing the machine’s wind profile.- Do not use a ladder or any improvised constructions in the basket to reach greater heights.- Do not climb on the sides of the basket to reach greater heights.- Never use the lifting platform with wet or greasy hands and shoes.C - ENVIRONMENT- Comply with site safety regulations.- The platform can be manoeuvred from the ground: ensure that you forbid access.- If you have to use the platform in a dark area or at night, make sure it is equipped with working lights.- The platforms may not be used as cranes or elevators for the permanent transport of people or materials, nor as jacks orsupports.- When operating, ensure that there is no one or anything impeding the platform’s progress ans operation.- When raising the platform, ensure that no one or anything inpedes the platform’s operation and do not perform any inappropriatemanœuvres.647382 EN (01/02/2015)