JLG 150HAX Operator Manual - Manual (Page 78)

SECTION 5 - EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
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5.5 EMERGENCY OPERATION
Use of Ground Controls
KNOW HOW TO USE THE GROUND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY SIT-
UATION.
Ground personnel must be thoroughly familiar with the
machine operating characteristics and the ground control
functions. Training should include operation of the machine,
review and understanding of this section and hands-on oper-
ation of the controls in simulated emergencies.
Operator Unable to Control Machine
IF THE PLATFORM OPERATOR IS PINNED, TRAPPED OR UNABLE TO
OPERATE OR CONTROL THE MACHINE:
DO NOT OPERATE WITH PRIMARY POWER SOURCE (ENGINE) IF PER-
SONS ARE PINNED OR TRAPPED. USE AUXILIARY POWER INSTEAD.
1. Operate the machine from ground controls ONLY with
the assistance of other personnel and equipment
(cranes, overhead hoists, etc.) as may be required to
safely remove the danger or emergency condition.
2. Other qualified personnel on the platform may use the
platform controls with regular or auxiliary power. DO
NOT CONTINUE OPERATION IF CONTROLS DO NOT
FUNCTION NORMALLY.
3. Prior to removing platform occupants, cranes, forklift
trucks or other equipment which may be available are to
be used to stabilize motion of the machine in case
machine controls are inadequate or malfunction when
used.
Platform or Boom Caught Overhead
If the platform or boom becomes jammed or snagged in
overhead structures or equipment, do not continue operation
of the machine from either the platform or the ground until
the operator and all personnel are safely moved to a secure
location. Only then should an attempt be made to free the
platform using any necessary equipment and personnel. Do
not operate controls to cause one or more wheels to leave
the ground.
Following any accident, thoroughly inspect the machine and
test all functions first from the ground controls, then from the
platform controls. Do not lift above 3 meters until you are
secure that all damage has been repaired, if required, and
that all controls are operating correctly.