JLG 120HX Operator Manual - Manual (Page 65)

SECTION 6 - EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3120818 – JLG Lift – 6-1
SECTION 6. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
6.1 GENERAL
This section provides information on the procedures to be
followed and on the systems and controls to be used in
the event an emergency situation is encountered during
machine operation. Prior to operation of the machine and
periodically thereafter, the entire operating manual, includ-
ing this section, should be reviewed by all personnel
whose responsibilities include any work or contact with
the machine.
6.2 EMERGENCY TOWING PROCEDURES
Towing this machine is prohibited, unless properly
equipped. However, provisions for moving the machine, in
case of a malfunction or power failure, have been incorpo-
rated. The following procedures are to be used ONLY for
emergency movement to a suitable maintenance area.
1. Chock wheels securely.
2. Disengage drive hubs by reversing disconnect caps.
3. Connect suitable equipment, remove chocks, and
move machine.
After moving machine, complete the following proce-
dures:
1. Position machine on a firm and level surface.
2. Chock wheels securely.
3. Engage drive hubs by reversing disconnect caps on
hubs.
4. Remove chocks from wheels as needed.
6.3 EMERGENCY CONTROLS AND THEIR
LOCATIONS
Emergency Stop Switches
There is an emergency stop switch at both the Ground
Controls and Platform Controls. When positioned to OFF it
will immediately stop the machine.
CHECK MACHINE DAILY TO MAKE SURE EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH GUARD IS IN PLACE AND THAT GROUND CONTROL
INSTRUCTIONS ARE IN PLACE AND LEGIBLE.
DISCONNECT
CAP
DISCONNECT
CAP
(REVERSED)
DRIVE
HUB
DRIVE
HUB
Drive Hub Engaged
Drive Hub Disconnected
Figure 6-1. Disconnecting the Drive Hubs