JLG 266 LoPro Operator Manual - Manual (Page 68)

Section 4 - Operation
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Transporting a Suspended Load
Travel in accordance with the requirements set forth in Section 1 - General Safety
Practices and Section 5 - Attachments and Hitches.
Important things to remember:
• Ensure the boom is fully retracted.
• Never raise the load more than 300 mm (11.8 in) above ground surface or the
boom more than 45°.
• The combination of side tilt and load could cause the telehandler to tip over.
• Refer to “Use of the Capacity Chart” on page 5-5 for allowable ground conditions
in addition to the appropriate load chart on the machine.
• The guide men and operator must remain in constant communication (verbal or
hand) and be in visual contact with the operator at all times.
• If applicable, refer to “Use of the Capacity Chart” on page 5-5 for additional
proper transporting guidelines.
• Never place the guide men between the suspended load and the telehandler.
• Only transport the load at walking speed (0.4 m/s) or less.
Leveling Procedure
1. Position machine in best location to lift or place load.
2. Apply parking brake and move transmission control lever to NEUTRAL.
3. Move boom so load is no more than 300 mm (11.8 in) above ground surface
and/or boom is raised no more than 45°.
4. Observe level indicator to determine whether machine must be leveled prior to
lifting load.
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