JLG 15ELI Operator Manual - Manual (Page 20)

SECTION 2 - PREPARATION AND INSPECTION
2-2 – JLG Lift – 3120778
an SAE viscocity of 10W-30 or 10W-20 and a viscosity
index of 152. See Section 1 of the Service Manual for
more details about hydraulic oil for this machine.
Machine Controls - (Platform and Ground)
Switches operable; no visible damage; placards secure
and legible.
Batteries - (DC Models)
Proper electrolyte level; cable connections tight; no visible
damage; no corrosion at battery cable connections.
Power Cord - (AC Models)
No visible damage; connector and cable properly
secured.
Electric Motor/Hydraulic Pump and Valve
No leakage; unit secure.
Placards
No visible damage; placards secure and legible.
2.4 DAILY WALK-AROUND INSPECTION
It is the user/operator’s responsibility to inspect the
machine before the start of each workday. It is recom-
mended that each user/operator inspect the machine
before operation, even if the machine has already been
put into service under another user/operator. This Daily
Walk-Around Inspection is the preferred method of inspec-
tion.
General
Begin the “Walk-Around Inspection” (See Figure 2-1.) at
item 1 listed following. Continue around machine check-
ing each item in sequence for the conditions listed in the
“Walk-Around Inspection Check list”.
TO AVOID INJURY DO NOT OPERATE MACHINE UNTIL ALL MAL-
FUNCTIONS HAVE BEEN CORRECTED. USE OF A MALFUNC-
TIONING MACHINE IS A SAFETY VIOLATION.
TO AVOID POSSIBLE INJURY, BE SURE MACHINE POWER IS
“OFF” DURING “WALK-AROUND INSPECTION”.
NOTE: Do not overlook visual inspection of chassis under-
side. Checking this area often results in discovery of
conditions which could cause extensive machine
damage.
1. Wheels and Casters - Properly secured, wheels
and casters turn freely and are properly lubricated.
Check for any visible damage.
2. Floor Brake - Properly secured to frame, no visible
damage (cracks, distortion, etc.) and is functioning
properly.
3. Base Frame - No visible damage; components
properly secured, no loose wires dangling below
base; bubble level in place and functioning properly.
4. Battery/Battery Charger Installation - (DC
Machines)
Proper battery electrolyte level, cables
secure, no damage or corrosion.
5. Motor/Pump/Reservoir Unit - All properly secured,
no visible damage, no evidence of hydraulic leaks.
Check that hydraulic reservoir fluid level is filled to
the "Fill to Line" mark on the side of the reservoir.
6. Manual Descent Control Valve - Properly secured,
no loose or missing parts, no visible damage.
7. Ground Controls - Key switch operable, no visible
damage; placards secure and legible; emergency
stop switch, no visible damage and properly set for
operation.
8. Mast Installation - Mast sections properly secured,
no visible damage to mast sections, no loose or
missing parts, slide pads properly secured. Mast
chains and cables properly secured, lubricated and
undamaged. Sequencing cables properly secured
and undamaged. Sheaves and pins are properly
secured, have no visible damage, no loose or miss-
ing parts and are lubricated.
9. Platform Controls - Up/Down and Function Enable
buttons properly secured, no loose or missing parts,
no visible damage. Placards secure and legible,
emergency shut-off button set for operation. Control
markings legible; Operators manual enclosed in
manual storage tube.
10. Guard Rail Installation - All railings securely
attached, no visible damage, no missing parts; slid-
ing entry bar in proper working order. Platform gate/
slide bar working properly, no visible sign of dam-
age (if so equipped).
11. Platform Assembly - Secure to mast; no loose or
missing parts, no visible damage. Control and
power cables, no visible damage; cables properly
tensioned and seated in control cable sheaves; con-
trol cable sheaves not damaged and rotate freely.
In addition to the Daily Walk-Around Inspection, be sure to
include the following as part of the daily inspection:
Batteries Charged (DC Models)
Start each day with fully charged batteries. (See Section
2.7 “Battery Charging and Maintenance.”)