JLG G6-42A Operator Manual - Manual (Page 8)

Read and understand all manuals and instructional material listed on cover, inside
front cover and introduction page of this Manual before starting, operating or
performing maintenance procedures on this equipment.
Regardless of previous experience operating similar equipment, the operator
must be given sufficient opportunity to practice with the handler in a safe, open
area (not hazardous to people or property) to gain operating skills and the
proper “feel” for controls and operating clearances required for safe, efficient
operation.
GRADALL Material Handlers are equipped with a right-side rearview mirror. This
mirror is intended as an operator’s aid and does not replace the requirement for
line-of-sight. Certain job site and machine conditions may require use of a signal
person to help the operator when picking, placing or transporting a load. Never
operate the handler until you know pick-up point, line of travel and landing point
are clear. Always be aware that objects in mirror are closer than they appear.
Safety Precautions
Make sure all DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS
are in place and can be read. Clean or replace decals as required.
Ensure handler is on a firm, level surface before lifting or placing load. Have
surface leveled if necessary. Unit can tip over if load is raised with handler
on a soft or uneven surface.
When traveling at high rates of speed, use two wheel front steer mode and
slow the machine prior to turning.
Do not change steer mode while the machine is traveling. Change the
steer mode only when machine is stopped.
Always look in the direction of travel. Reduce speed and be especially careful
when traveling in reverse and/or turning. Bring the machine to a complete
stop before changing the direction of travel.
Travel in reverse only at slow rates of speed.
When turning, the forks on the four wheel steer machine sweep through an arc
beyond the turn radius of the tires. Maintain adequate clearance between
the forks/load and other objects.
If load or conditions obstruct view, use a signal person when lifting, carrying
or placing a load.
Loose clothing can get caught in moving machinery and can also cause accidental
actuation of controls. Dress properly for the job.
Be alert to any unusual response to controls. If unusual response is noticed,
position handler in a safe area, lower forks to ground, apply parking brake, stop
engine and remove key from ignition switch. Tag steering wheel to forbid
operation and notify maintenance personnel.
Keep hands, gloves, shoes, control knobs and pedals clean. Slippery controls
can cause accidents. Keep a firm grip on the steering wheel when traveling.
Load capacities are based on load center being within .6m (24 inches)
from front vertical face of forks.
This symbol indicates a hazard
which may result in injury or
damage to equipment or property
if proper precautions are not
taken.
This symbol indicates a hazard
which could result in death or
serious injury if proper
precautions are not taken.
This symbol indicates an
extreme hazard which will result
in high probability of death or
serious injury if proper
precautions are not taken.
WATCH FOR THESE SYMBOLS ;
THEY CALL YOUR ATTENTION
TO SAFETY NOTICES.
SAFETY HIGHLIGHTS
1.0
Operator must be seated with
seat belt fastened, transmission
control lever in “Neutral”
position, parking brake applied
and all hydraulic controls in
“Neutral” before starting engine.
DANGER !
WARNING !
CAUTION !
WARNING !