JLG 15SP Operator Manual - Manual (Page 18)

SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1-8 – JLG Lift – 3120774
1.5 TRANSPORTING
Before transporting the machine the user/operator must be famil-
iar with the proper procedures for transporting the machine, as
well as the weight and size of the machine.
The user/operator should be familiar with the surrounding work
area and surface before transporting the machine. The work area
must be a smooth, firm surface on which machine is capable of
being leveled.
NOTE: Remember that the key to safe and proper usage is com-
mon sense and its careful application.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH SAFETY PRECAUTIONS LISTED IN THIS
SECTION AND ON MACHINE MAY RESULT IN MACHINE DAMAGE, PER-
SONNEL INJURY OR DEATH AND IS A SAFETY VIOLATION.
1.6 TRANSPORT SAFETY
• Fully lower and completely empty platform of tools and
debris before moving machine.
• Never allow personnel in platform while moving machine.
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING TIPPING HAZARD INSTRUC-
TIONS COULD CAUSE THE UNIT TO TIP OVER OR BE HARD TO CON-
TROL WHEN BEING MOVED, WHICH COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH DUE TO BEING PINNED OR CRUSHED BY THE UNIT.
• On a level surface, always travel with the platform end
leading the way.
• Watch for obstructions around machine and overhead
when moving.
• Check travel path for persons, holes, bumps, drop-offs,
obstructions, debris, and coverings which may conceal
holes and other hazards, as tipping could occur.
• Before moving machine on floors, trucks and other sur-
faces, check allowable capacity of surfaces.
• Two people are required on slopes up to 5 degrees. a
forklift must be used when moving units on slopes greater
than 5 degrees.