Operator's Manual Seventh Edition • First Printing12 GS-1530/32 • GS-1930/32 Part No. T107207Work Area SafetyDo not lower the platform unless the area below isclear of personnel and obstructions.Limit travel speed according to the condition of theground surface, congestion, slope, location ofpersonnel, and any other factors which may causecollision.Do not operate a machine in the path of any craneor moving overhead machinery unless the controlsof the crane have been locked out and/orprecautions have been taken to prevent anypotential collision.No stunt driving or horseplay while operating amachine.Bodily Injury HazardDo not operate the machine with a hydraulic oil orair leak. An air leak or hydraulic leak can penetrateand/or burn skin.Improper contact with components under anycover will cause serious injury. Only trainedmaintenance personnel should accesscompartments. Access by the operator is onlyadvised when performing a pre-operationinspection. All compartments must remain closedand secured during operation.Explosion and Fire HazardsDo not operate the machine or charge the batteryin hazardous locations or locations wherepotentially flammable or explosive gases orparticles may be present.Damaged Machine HazardsDo not use a damaged or malfunctioning machine.Conduct a thorough pre-operation inspection of themachine and test all functions before each workshift. Immediately tag and remove from service adamaged or malfunctioning machine.Be sure all maintenance has been performed asspecified in this manual and the appropriateservice manual.Be sure all decals are in place and legible.Be sure the operator’s, safety, and responsibilitiesmanuals are complete, legible and in the storagecontainer located on the platform.Component Damage HazardsDo not use any battery charger greater than 24V tocharge the batteries.Do not use the machine as a ground for welding.