JLG T500J Operator Manual - Manual (Page 41)

SECTION 3 - TOWING
3121197 – JLG Lift – 3-9
3.8 PRE-TOW INSPECTION
See Figure 3-1. and Figure 3-2.
Prior to each tow, a Pre-Tow Inspection must be performed.
Check each item as specified in the checklist below.
TO AVOID POSSIBLE INJURY, BE SURE MACHINE POWER IS OFF.
DO NOT TOW MACHINE UNTIL ALL MALFUNCTIONS HAVE BEEN CORRECTED.
INSPECTION NOTE: On all components, make sure there are no
loose or missing parts, that they are securely fastened, and no visible
damage, leaks or excessive wear exists in addition to any other crite-
ria mentioned.
1. Brakes - Reservoir level full (hydraulic brakes only). Proper
operation and adjustment.
2. Wheel and Tires - Properly secured, no missing lug nuts,
proper inflation. Refer to Section 7.4, Tires & Wheels. Inspect
wheels for damage and corrosion.
3. Trailer Coupler - Secured, locked, and in proper operating
condition.
4. Tow Vehicle Coupler Ball (Not Shown) - Secured and in
proper operating condition. Rock the hitch ball in all direc-
tions to make sure it is tight to the hitch, and visually check
that the hitch ball nut is solid against the lock washer and
hitch frame.
5. Safety Chains - Check that the chains are properly rigged to
tow vehicle, not to detachable hitch components.
6. Emergency Breakaway Cables - Check that the cables are
properly rigged to tow vehicle, not to detachable hitch com-
ponents.
7. Lights and Signals - Check clearance lights, tail lights, stop
lights, turn signals, and backup lights for proper operation.
Replace or repair inoperative lights.
8. Tongue Jack - Retracted and stowed.
9. License Plate - Secured to mounting
10. Leveling Jacks - See inspection note.
11. Stow Latch - Properly secured.
12. Parking Brake - released.
OBSERVE ALL LOCAL AND NATIONAL MOTOR VEHICLE REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO
THE OPERATION OF TRAILERS.