JLG 500RTS Operator Manual - Manual (Page 16)

SECTION 2 - MACHINE PREPARATION AND INSPECTION
2-2 – JLG Lift – 3120828
Hydraulic Oil Supply
NOTE: Prior to checking the hydraulic oil level, operate the
machine through one complete cycle of the lift func-
tion (full up and down). Failure to do so will result in
an incorrect oil level reading on the hydraulic tank.
Operate hydraulic systems through one complete cycle
before checking oil level in hydraulic oil tank. Oil should
be visible in ADD sight window on hydraulic oil tank. If oil
is not visible, add oil until oil is visible in both ADD and
FULL sight windows on tank. Do not overfill tank.
Steer Cylinder
No rust, nicks, scratches or foreign material on piston rod;
no leakage.
Steer Linkage
No loose or missing parts; no visible damage.
Steer Spindle Assemblies
No excessive wear; no damage.
Control Boxes (Console and Ground)
Switches operable; no visible damage; placards secure
and legible. Hand controller operable; no visible damage.
Battery
Proper electrolyte level; cable connections tight; no visible
damage; no corrosion at battery cable connections.
Engine
Engine oil level - full mark on dipstick; filler cap secure; air
filter secure.
Hydraulic Pump and Valves
No visible damage; no evidence of leakage; units secure.
Platform Placards
No visible damage; placards secure and legible.
Lock-Out Cylinders (If Equipped)
No rust, nicks, scratches or foreign material on piston rod;
no leakage.
Leveling Jacks (If Equipped)
No rust, nicks, scratches or foreign material on piston rod;
no leakage.
Traversing Platform (If Equipped)
No loose or missing parts; no visible damage; free of dirt
and debris.
2.4 DAILY WALK-AROUND INSPECTION
It is the user’s responsibility to inspect the machine before
the start of each workday. It is recommended that each
user inspect the machine before operation, even if the
machine has already been put into service under another
user. This Daily Walk-Around Inspection is the preferred
method of inspection.
In addition to the Daily Walk-Around Inspection, be sure to
include the following as part of the daily inspection:
Overall Cleanliness
Check all standing surfaces for oil, fuel and hydraulic oil
spillage and foreign objects. Ensure overall cleanliness.
Placards
Keep all information and operating placards clean and
unobstructed. Cover when spray painting or shot blasting
to protect legibility.
Operators and Safety Manual
Ensure a copy of this manual is enclosed in the manual
storage box.
Machine Log
Maintain an "Operating Record". Before operating the
machine check the "Operating Record" to ensure it is not
in an unsafe condition.
Daily Lubrication
For those items pointed out in the Daily Walk-Around
Inspection requiring daily lubrication, refer to Figure 2-4.,
Lubrication Diagram for specific requirements.
Perform the following checks and services before attempt-
ing to operate the machine.
TO AVOID INJURY DO NOT OPERATE A MACHINE UNTIL ALL
MALFUNCTIONS HAVE BEEN CORRECTED. USE OF A MALFUNC-
TIONING MACHINE IS A SAFETY VIOLATION.
1. Ensure that all items requiring lubrication are ser-
viced in accordance with the Lubrication Chart.
2. Perform functional checks in accordance with para-
graph 2-5, Daily Functional Check.