JLG 680S Operator Manual - Manual (Page 114)

SECTION 6 - GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS & OPERATOR MAINTENANCE
6-30 – JLG Lift – 3121233
6.5 TIRES & WHEELS
Tire Inflation
The air pressure for pneumatic tires must be equal to the air
pressure that is stenciled on the side of the JLG product or
rim decal for safe and proper operational characteristics.
Tire Damage
For pneumatic tires, JLG Industries, Inc. recommends that when
any cut, rip, or tear is discovered that exposes sidewall or tread
area cords in the tire, measures must be taken to remove the
JLG product from service immediately. Arrangements must be
made for replacement of the tire or tire assembly.
For polyurethane foam filled tires, JLG Industries, Inc. recom-
mends that when any of the following are discovered, measures
must be taken to remove the JLG product from service immedi-
ately and arrangements must be made for replacement of the
tire or tire assembly.
• a smooth, even cut through the cord plies which
exceeds 3 inches (7.5 cm) in total length
• any tears or rips (ragged edges) in the cord plies
which exceeds 1 inch (2.5 cm) in any direction
• any punctures which exceed 1 inch in diameter
• any damage to the bead area cords of the tire
If a tire is damaged but is within the above noted criteria, the tire
must be inspected on a daily basis to insure the damage has
not propagated beyond the allowable criteria.