JLG X14J Operator Manual - Manual (Page 111)

7.9 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
All JLG aerial platforms must be inspected, tested and serviced according to the following
instructions. See the user and operation manual for the complete list of recommended
inspection intervals and the correct checking and servicing procedures.
A ‑ DAILY INSPECTIONS BEFORE STARTING
All the components that have a direct influence on the safe operation of the aerial platform
and whose conditions may change from day to day must be visually inspected by the opera‑
tor on a daily basis.
The following must be regularly inspected and must also be checked during operation and
between regular inspection intervals:
1. Level of all fluids, such as fuel, engine oil, coolant and battery fluid.
2.
Hydraulic hoses for leaks or loose connections.
3. All quick disconnection hoses for proper connection.
4. Structural components for obvious damage, broken parts, and cracks in welds.
5. Ladder or steps for damage and debris (ladders must be firmly secured to the platform).
6. Operating and emergency controls for proper functioning.
7. Placards and warning signs for cleanliness, readability of control signs, rated capacity,
and operating manual.
8. Platform assembly for loose and missing parts, missing or loose lock pins and bolts.
9. Platform base for structural damage, holes or cracked welds, dirt, grease, or oil that can
create a hazard.
10. Access ways for ease of movement.
11. Protection system operation.
12. Correct operation of the safety devices.
13. Correct operation of elevating, rotating, and drive functions.
14. Brakes.
15. Stabilisers.
B – PERIODICAL INSPECTIONS
These inspections must be performed after 200 h of operation or every month, whichever
comes first. The interval between inspections may vary depending on the aerial platform’s
applications, severity of use, and working environment. Periodical inspections must be
performed by a qualified operator.
These inspections must include those described in point A as well as, but not limited to, the
following:
1. Loose bolts, nuts, and pins.
2. Hydraulic oil filters for cracks and leaks, pieces of metal on the filter that may cause
pump, motor or cylinder malfunction; rubber particles on the filter that may indicate
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