JLG 1500SJ Operator Manual User Manual

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SECTION 2 - USER RESPONSIBILITIES, MACHINE PREPARATION, AND INSPECTION

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From the platform control console:

a. Ensure that the control console is firmly secured in the

proper location.

b. Check that all guards protecting the switches or locks

are in place.

c. Operate all functions and ensure proper operation.

d. Ensure that all machine functions are disabled when

the Emergency Stop Button is pushed in.

e. Ensure that all machine functions stop when the foot-

switch is released.

With the platform in the stowed position:

a. Drive the machine on a grade, not to exceed the rated

gradeability, and stop to ensure the brakes hold.

b. Check that the tilt indicator is illuminated to ensure

proper operation.

c. Check that the boom telescope (beyond transport

mode), lift up (more than 6° above horizontal), and
swing (beyond 40° from center) functions are disabled
with the axles retracted.

With the jib inline with the boom and locked, make sure the
jib will not unlock unless:

a. The machine is in transport position (booms retracted;

main boom below elevation [5 degrees]; jib boom
below 40 degrees; axles retracted).

b. The boom capacity select switch is in 500# mode.

With the jib in the stowed position, make sure the jib will not
swing unless:

a. The jib is fully retracted.

b. The machine is in transport position (booms retracted;

main boom below elevation [4 degrees]; jib boom
below 40 degrees; axles retracted).

c. The boom capacity select switch is in 500# mode.

Extend the axles and swing the boom over either of the rear
tires and ensure that the Drive Orientation indicator illumi-
nates and that the Drive Orientation Override switch must
be used for the drive function to operate.