JLG 150HAX Operator Manual - Manual (Page 54)

SECTION 4 - MACHINE OPERATION
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TO AVOID FORWARD OR BACKWARD UPSET, DO NOT OVERLOAD
MACHINE OR OPERATE ON AN OUT-OF-LEVEL SURFACE.
4.3 ENGINE OPERATION
NOTE: Initial starting should always be performed from the
Ground Control Station.
Starting Procedure
1. Check engine oil. If necessary, add oil in accordance
with the Engine Manufacturer’s Manual.
2. Check fuel level. Add fuel if necessary.
3. Check that air cleaner components are in place and
securely fastened.
IF ENGINE FAILS TO START PROMPTLY, DO NOT CRANK FOR AN
EXTENDED PERIOD. SHOULD ENGINE FAIL TO START ONCE AGAIN,
ALLOW STARTER TO “COOL OFF” FOR 2 TO 3 MINUTES. IF ENGINE
FAILS AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS REFER TO ENGINE MAINTENANCE
MANUAL.
4. Place ENGINE SPEED control switch on platform con-
trol console to LOW position.
NOTE: Footswitch must be in released (pedal up) position before
starter will operate. If starter operates with footswitch in
the depressed position, DO NOT OPERATE MACHINE.
NOTE: The platform gate must be latched in order to operate the
machine. A platform gate limit switch disconnects power
to the ignition switch when the gate is not latched.
5. Turn key of MASTER SWITCH to ON. Position PLAT-
FORM/GROUND SELECT switch to GROUND or PLAT-
FORM, then depress and hold START button until
engine starts.
ALLOW ENGINE TO WARM-UP FOR A FEW MINUTES AT LOW SPEED
BEFORE APPLYING ANY LOAD.
6. After engine has had sufficient time to warm up, position
ENGINE SPEED/HIGH ENGINE control switch to
desired setting.