JLG X500AJ Operator Manual - Manual (Page 22)

SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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1.4 TOWING, LIFTING, AND HAULING
• Never allow personnel in platform while towing, lift-
ing, or hauling.
• Ensure boom is in the stowed position and the turn-
table locked prior to towing, lifting or hauling. The
platform must be completely empty of tools.
• When lifting machine, lift only at designated areas of
the machine. Lift the unit with equipment of ade-
quate capacity.
• Refer to the Machine Operation section of this man-
ual for lifting information.
1.5 MAINTENANCE
This sub-section contains general safety precautions
which must be observed during maintenance of this
machine. Additional precautions to be observed dur-
ing machine maintenance are inserted at the appropri-
ate points in this manual and in the Service and
Maintenance Manual. It is of utmost importance that
maintenance personnel pay strict attention to these
precautions to avoid possible injury to personnel or
damage to the machine or property. A maintenance
program must be established by a qualified person and
must be followed to ensure that the machine is safe.
Maintenance Hazards
• Shut off power to all controls and ensure that all
moving parts are secured from inadvertent motion
prior to performing any adjustments or repairs.
• Never work under an elevated platform until it has
been fully lowered to the full down position, if possi-
ble, or otherwise supported and restrained from
movement with appropriate safety props, blocking,
or overhead supports.
• DO NOT attempt to repair or tighten any hydraulic
hoses or fittings while the machine is powered on or
when the hydraulic system is under pressure.