Hand signals – JLG G6-42A Operator Manual User Manual
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Hand Signals
Special Signals - When signals for auxiliary equipment functions or conditions not 
covered are required, they shall be agreed upon in advance by the operator and 
signalman.
EMERGENCY STOP - With both 
arms extended laterally, hands 
open downward, move arms back 
and forth.
STOP - With either arm extended 
laterally, hand open downward, 
move arm back and forth.
STOP ENGINE - Draw thumb or 
forefinger across throat.
RAISE BOOM - With either arm 
extended horizontally, fingers 
closed, point thumb upward.
LOWER BOOM - With either arm 
extended horizontally, fingers 
closed, point thumb downward.
MOVE SLOWLY - Place one hand 
motionless in front of hand giving 
motion signal. (Raise load slowly 
shown)
EXTEND BOOM - With both 
hands clenched, point thumbs 
outward.
RETRACT BOOM - With both 
hands clenched, point thumbs 
inward.
THIS FAR TO GO - With hands 
raised and open inward, move 
hands laterally, indicating distance 
to go.
TILT FORKS UP - With one arm 
held at side, extend other arm 
upward at about 45 degrees.
TILT FORKS DOWN - With one 
arm held at side, extend other arm 
downward at about 45 degrees.
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