JLG G5-18A Service Manual - Manual (Page 51)

4-3 G5-18A, 2505H, 25.5
Cab
4.2 SAFETY INFORMATION
4.3 OPERATOR CAB
4.3.1 Operator Cab Description
The welded metal cab features a modular design, allowing
for a relatively quick, simple exchange of entire cab and/
or component parts. Cab is bolted directly to frame.
The operator cab is a protective structure. The cab itself
contains rollover protective and falling object protective
structures (ROPS/FOPS) for operator.
To help ensure optimum safety, protection and
performance, replace cab if it is damaged. Refer to
appropriate parts manual for ordering information.
The cab contains seat, operating controls, numerous
panels, steering and brake components and more.
Covers and mirrors on machine exist for safety,
protection and appearance. They are relatively simple
to remove and replace.
4.3.2 Serial Number Decal
The cab serial number decal is located inside cab, under
the seat. Information specified on serial number plate
includes cab model number, cab serial number and other
data. Write this information down in a convenient location
to use in cab correspondence.
4.4 CAB COMPONENTS
4.4.1 Steering Wheel
a. Steering Wheel Removal
1. Park machine on a hard, level surface.
2. Fully retract boom, lower boom, place transmission
control lever in (N) NEUTRAL.
3. Engage park brake and shut engine OFF.
4. Place a Do Not Operate Tag on both ignition key
switch and steering wheel.
5. Properly disconnect battery.
6. Open engine cover. Allow system fluids to cool.
7. Carefully pry center button (1) out of steering wheel.
8. Mark steering wheel and shaft to ensure proper
installation. Remove nut (2) securing steering
wheel (3) to splined steering column shaft.
9. Use a steering wheel puller to remove steering
wheel (3) from splined shaft.
b. Steering Wheel Installation
1. Install steering wheel (3) onto splined steering
column shaft.
2. Secure steering wheel with nut (2).
3. Press center button (1) onto steering wheel.
4. Properly connect battery.
5. Close and secure engine cover.
6. Remove a Do Not Operate Tag on both ignition key
switch and steering wheel.
WARNING
DO NOT service the machine without following all
safety precautions as outlined in the “Safety Practices”
section of this manual.
WARNING
DO NOT weld, grind, drill, repair or modify the cab in
any way. Any modification or damage to cab structural
components requires cab replacement.
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