JLG 1200SJP Operator Manual - Manual (Page 65)

SECTION 4 - MACHINE OPERATION
3121141 – JLG Lift – 4-5
4.4 ENGINE OPERATION
NOTE: Initial starting should always be performed from the Ground
Control station.
Starting Procedure
IF ENGINE FAILS TO START PROMPTLY, DO NOT CRANK FOR AN EXTENDED TIME.
SHOULD ENGINE FAIL TO START AGAIN, ALLOW STARTER TO “COOL OFF” FOR 2-3 MIN-
UTES. IF ENGINE FAILS AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS, REFER TO ENGINE MAINTENANCE
MANUAL.
NOTE: Diesel engines only: After turning on ignition, operator must
wait until glow plug indicator light goes out before cranking
engine.
1. Turn key of SELECT switch to GROUND. Position POWER/
EMERGENCY STOP switch to ON, then push the ENGINE
START switch until engine starts.
ALLOW ENGINE TO WARM-UP FOR A FEW MINUTES AT LOW SPEED BEFORE APPLYING
ANY LOAD.
2. After engine has had sufficient time to warm up, shut engine
off.
3. Turn SELECT switch to PLATFORM.
4. From Platform, pull POWER/EMERGENCY STOP switch out,
then push the ENGINE START switch until engine starts.
NOTE: Footswitch must be in released (up) position before starter will
operate. If starter operates with footswitch in the depressed posi-
tion, DO NOT OPERATE MACHINE.
Shutdown Procedure
IF AN ENGINE MALFUNCTION CAUSES AN UNSCHEDULED SHUTDOWN, DETERMINE
THE CAUSE AND CORRECT IT BEFORE RESTARTING THE ENGINE.
1. Remove all load and allow engine to operate at low speed
for 3-5 minutes; this allows further reduction of internal
engine temperature.
2. Push POWER/EMERGENCY STOP switch in.
3. Turn MASTER switch to Off.
Refer to Engine Manufacturer’s manual for detailed information.