JLG 3248RS/10RS Operator Manual - Manual (Page 34)

SECTION 3 - MACHINE CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND OPERATION
3-2 – JLG Lift – 3121272
3.3 OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS AND LIMITATIONS
General
A thorough knowledge of the operating characteristics and limitations
of the machine is always the first requirement for any user, regardless of
user’s experience with similar types of equipment.
Placards
Important points to remember during operation are provided at the
control stations by DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, NOTICE, and
INSTRUCTION placards. This information is placed at various locations
for the express purpose of alerting personnel of potential hazards con-
stituted by the operating characteristics and limitations of the
machine. See foreword for definitions of placard safety signal words.
3.4 PLATFORM LOADING
The platform maximum rated load capacity is shown on a placard
located on the platform billboard and ground control station and is
based upon the machine positioned on a smooth, firm, and level sur-
face. Refer to Section 5, Table 5-2, for the maximum platform capacity.
The platform is entered through an entry gate at the rear of the plat-
form. Keep entry gate closed during machine operation.
NOTE:
It is important to remember that the load should be evenly dis-
tributed on the platform. The load should be placed near the
center of the platform when possible.