JLG G6-42A Operator Manual - Manual (Page 27)

Form No. 20036 • G6-42A Owner/Operator Manual
Precautions
• Avoid parking on slopes or near an excavation.
• Park on level ground and chock wheels.
• Avoid parking on roads or highways. If it cannot be avoided, be sure to
display warning flags during day and flares or flashing lights at night.
• Position attachment on ground; never leave machine with boom in air.
• If parking on a slope cannot be avoided, position the handler at a right angle
across the slope, straighten and chock all wheels.
Parking procedure
1. Using service brake, stop the handler in an appropriate parking area.
2. Shift transmission control lever to “Neutral”.
3. Move parking brake switch to “On”.
4. Position attachment on ground.
5. Allow engine to cool at idle speed for 3 to 5 minutes, stop engine and remove
ignition key.
6. Chock wheels as an extra precaution against rolling.
7. Fill fuel tank to minimize condensation.
8. Lock cab and install protective covers, if so-equipped.
9. Disconnect battery if unit is in an area where tampering is a risk.
PARKING THE HANDLER
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