JLG 260MRT Operator Manual - Manual (Page 14)

SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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Machine Inspection
• Do not operate this machine until the inspections and
functional checks have been performed as specified in
Section 2 of this manual.
• Do not operate this machine until it has been serviced and
maintained according to the maintenance and inspection
requirements as specified in the machine’s Service and
Maintenance Manual.
• Ensure all safety devices are operating properly. Modifica-
tion of these devices is a safety violation.
MODIFICATION OR ALTERATION OF AN AERIAL WORK PLATFORM
SHALL BE MADE ONLY WITH PRIOR WRITTEN PERMISSION FROM THE
MANUFACTURER
• Do not operate any machine on which the safety or
instruction placards or decals are missing or illegible.
• Check the machine for modifications to original compo-
nents. Ensure that any modifications have been approved
by JLG.
• Avoid accumulation of debris on platform deck. Keep
mud, oil, grease, and other slippery substances from foot-
wear and platform deck.
1.3 OPERATION
General
• Do not use the machine for any purpose other than posi-
tioning personnel, their tools, and equipment.
• Before operation, the user must be familiar with the
machine capabilities and operating characteristics of all
functions.
• Never operate a malfunctioning machine. If a malfunction
occurs, shut down the machine. Remove the unit from
service and notify the proper authorities.
• Do not remove, modify, or disable any safety devices.
• Never slam a control switch or lever through neutral to an
opposite direction. Always return switch to neutral and
stop before moving the switch to the next function. Oper-
ate controls with slow and even pressure.
• Hydraulic cylinders, other than the outrigger cylinders,
should never be left at end of travel (fully extended or fully
retracted) before shutdown or for long periods of time.
Always “bump” control in opposite direction slightly when
function reaches end of travel. This applies both to
machines in operation or in the stowed position.