JLG 260MRT Operator Manual - Manual (Page 27)

SECTION 2 - USER RESPONSIBILITIES, MACHINE PREPARATION AND INSPECTION
3121219 – JLG Lift – 2-5
Preparing the Machine for Operation
Emergency Ground Control Station
1. Turn key-switch to ground control select.
2. Pull emergency stop switch to the On position.
3. Check the function of the protective scissor cage.
Platform Control Box
1. Ensure the control box is connected at the platform.
2. Complete pre-operational checks:
• Check all functions
• Machine should not be drivable with outriggers
extended.
• Check all limit switches
• Check the emergency-STOP button
• Check the automatic self levelling
IF THE MACHINE DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY, TURN OFF THE
MACHINE IMMEDIATELY! REPORT THE PROBLEM TO THE PROPER
MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL. DO NOT OPERATE THE MACHINE UNTIL
IT IS DECLARED SAFE FOR OPERATION.
Function Check
Perform the Function Check as follows:
1. From the ground emergency control panel with no load
in the platform:
a. Check for proper lifting and lowering of the plat-
form.
b. Check manual descent.
c. Ensure that all machine functions are disabled
when the Emergency Stop Button is activated.
NOTE: Be sure the platform extension is retracted before lower-
ing.
2. From the platform control console:
a. Ensure that the control console is firmly secured in
the proper location.
b. Check that all guards protecting the switches locks
are in place.
c. Check the high drive cut out switch by raising the
platform beyond the preset high drive speed cutout
height of 90-96 in. (2.3 - 2.4m) and ensure the high
drive speed cuts out.
d. Ensure that all machine functions are disabled
when the Emergency Stop Button is pushed in.