JLG X500AJ Operator Manual - Manual (Page 76)

SECTION 4 - MACHINE OPERATION
4-26 – JLG Lift – 3121636
Lifting - Fork Lift Pockets
The machine is equipped with two tubular fork lift pockets
designed to lift the machine using a forklift of suitable
capacity.
1. Determine gross weight of machine, refer to the
serial number tag, or weigh the individual unit to
find out the gross vehicle weight.
2. Configure the machine in the transport position;
a. place the booms in the stowed position and
properly aligned
b. all outriggers are fully retracted
c. tracks are fully widened
d. Remove all loose items from the machine
3. Adjust forks of fork lift to the proper width for the
lifting pockets on machine.
4. Carefully approach the machine with fork lift truck
being careful not to damage any machine compo-
nents. Insert the forks into the lifting pockets on
the machine and carefully lift machine.
5. Move machine to new location.
Figure 4-7. Lifting Machine - Fork Lift Pockets
Location