JLG G12-55A Operator Manual - Manual (Page 105)

Section 5 - Attachments
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To Raise/Lower Mast:
Press Forks Raise/Lower Switch (6) located on dash panel to activate Forks Raise/
Lower function.
The auxiliary hydraulic joystick controls the mast raise/lower function.
• Move joystick left to lower.
• Move joystick right to raise.
To Side Shift:
Press Side Shift Switch (7) located on dash panel to activate Side Shift function.
The auxiliary hydraulic joystick controls the carriage side shift.
• Move joystick left to shift left.
• Move joystick right to shift right.
Installation Procedure:
• Refer to “Attachment Installation” on page 5-13.
Operation:
• Always lower forks fully in mast and position forks straight ahead before
engaging load.
• To drive with a load, lower forks fully in mast, keep forks pointed forward and
travel in accordance with the requirements set forth in Section 1 - General Safety
Practices.
• Use a signal person to assist in positioning load if necessary.
Equipment Damage Precautions:
• Do not use forks as a lever to pry material. Excessive prying forces could
damage forks or machine structure.
• Do not attempt to lift loads that are attached or connected to another object.
WARNING
CRUSH HAZARD. Always level forks (horizontally) and telehandler frame before
swinging load to side. Swinging unlevel forks could cause load to slide off forks.
WARNING
CRUSH HAZARD. Do not use mast to push or pull objects or load. Failure to
comply could cause object or load to fall.