Platform leveling systems, Platform rotator, Drive system – JLG 150HAX Operator Manual User Manual
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SECTION 2 - USER RESPONSIBILITIES, MACHINE PREPARATION, AND INSPECTION
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Platform Leveling Systems
Check that platform automatic self-leveling system functions
properly during raising and lowering of boom.
Check platform level adjustment system for proper opera-
tion.
Platform Rotator
Check rotator for smooth operation and assure platform will
rotate 90 degrees in both directions from centerline of boom.
Drive System
Drive machine forward and reverse; check for proper opera-
tion.
Steer System
Steer machine left and right; check for proper operation.
Footswitch
FOOTSWITCH MUST BE ADJUSTED SO THAT FUNCTIONS WILL OPER-
ATE WHEN PEDAL IS APPROXIMATELY AT ITS CENTER OF TRAVEL. IF
SWITCH OPERATES WITHIN LAST 1/4" OF TRAVEL, TOP OR BOTTOM, IT
SHOULD BE ADJUSTED.
1. Activate hydraulic system. Activate footswitch. Operate
TOWER BOOM TELESCOPE and hold controller.
Remove foot from footswitch, motion should stop. If it
does not, shut down machine and contact a qualified
service technician.
2. With hydraulic system and footswitch activated, operate
MAIN BOOM LIFT and hold control. Remove foot from
footswitch, motion should stop. If it does not, shut down
machine and contact a qualified service technician.
3. With hydraulic power shut down, place foot on foot-
switch. Attempt to start engine. Engine should not
attempt to start when footswitch is engaged. If starter
engages or engine turns over, shut down machine and
contact a qualified service technician.
Auxiliary Power
Operate each function control switch or controller (e.g.
TELE, LIFT, SWING) to assure that they function in both
directions using auxiliary power instead of engine power.
Ground Controls
Place GROUND/PLATFORM SELECT switch to GROUND.
Start engine. Platform controls should not operate.