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Operation and Safety Manual Original Instructions - Keep this manual with the machine at all times. Boom Lift Models 600A 600AJ S/N 0300177361 & B300001393 to Present ANSI 3121615 ® January 7, 2016...
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NOTE: This manual also applies to a machine with the following Serial Number: 0300176207.
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The purpose of this manual is to provide owners, users, operators, lessors, and lessees with the precautions and operating procedures essential for the safe and proper machine operation for its intended purpose. Due to continuous product improvements, JLG Industries, Inc. reserves the right to make specification changes without prior notification. Contact JLG Industries, Inc. for updated information.
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INDICATES INFORMATION OR A COMPANY POLICY THAT RELATES DIRECTLY OR INDI- INDICATES A POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION. IF NOT AVOIDED, COULD RECTLY TO THE SAFETY OF PERSONNEL OR PROTECTION OF PROPERTY. RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. THIS DECAL WILL HAVE AN ORANGE BACK- GROUND. – JLG Lift – 3121615...
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Modifications Product Safety JLG INDUSTRIES, INC. SENDS SAFETY RELATED BULLETINS TO THE OWNER OF RECORD OF THIS MACHINE. CONTACT JLG INDUSTRIES, INC. TO ENSURE THAT THE Contact: CURRENT OWNER RECORDS ARE UPDATED AND ACCURATE. Product Safety and Reliability Department JLG Industries, Inc.
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FOREWORD REVISION LOG Original Issue - November 6, 2013 Revised - January 1, 2014 Revised - July 4, 2014 Revised - October 1, 2014 Revised - January 5, 2015 Revised - January 7, 2016 – JLG Lift – 3121615...
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4.15 AUXILIARY POWER ........4-21 Activating from the Platform Control Station ..4-21 Activating from the Ground Control Station ..4-21 – JLG Lift – 3121615...
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PROPANE FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELIEF ... 6-32 SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ..... 6-33 3121615 – JLG Lift –...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION - PARAGRAPH, SUBJECT PAGE SECTION - PARAGRAPH, SUBJECT PAGE This Page Left Blank Intentionally. – JLG Lift – 3121615...
• Check the machine for modifications to original components. opposite direction. Always return switch to neutral and stop Ensure that any modifications have been approved by JLG. before moving the switch to the next function. Operate con- trols with slow and even pressure.
• Hydraulic cylinders are subject to thermal expansion and con- traction. This may result in changes to the boom and/or plat- form position while the machine is stationary. Factors affecting thermal movement can include the length of time – JLG Lift – 3121615...
• Keep both feet firmly positioned on the platform floor at all times. Never position ladders, boxes, steps, planks, or similar items on unit to provide additional reach for any purpose. • Keep oil, mud, and slippery substances cleaned from footwear and the platform floor. 3121615 – JLG Lift –...
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• Allow for machine movement and electrical line swaying. 50,000 volts. One foot additional clearance is required for every additional 30,000 volts or less. – JLG Lift – 3121615...
• Before driving on floors, bridges, trucks, and other surfaces, check allowable capacity of the surfaces. 3121615 – JLG Lift –...
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Keep all loads within the confines of the platform, gusts, may exceed 28 mph (12.5 m/s). Factors affecting wind unless authorized by JLG. speed are; platform elevation, surrounding structures, local weather events, and approaching storms. Refer to Table 1-2, •...
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32-38 13.9-17.1 Near Gale/Moderate Gale Whole trees in motion. Effort needed to walk against the wind. 39-46 17.2-20.7 Fresh Gale Twigs broken from trees. Cars veer on road. 47-54 20.8-24.4 Strong Gale Light structure damage. 3121615 – JLG Lift –...
• Use the boom functions, not the drive function, to position the boom or platform. Position barricades on floor if necessary. platform close to obstacles. • Always post a lookout when driving in areas where vision is obstructed. 1-10 – JLG Lift – 3121615...
• DO NOT attempt to repair or tighten any hydraulic hoses or fit- tings while the machine is powered on or when the hydraulic system is under pressure. • Always relieve hydraulic pressure from all hydraulic circuits before loosening or removing hydraulic components. 3121615 – JLG Lift – 1-11...
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• Never attempt to move heavy parts without the aid of a mechanical device. Do not allow heavy objects to rest in an unstable position. Ensure adequate support is provided when raising components of the machine. 1-12 – JLG Lift – 3121615...
• Avoid overfilling the battery fluid level. Add distilled water to terminals. batteries only after the batteries are fully charged. • Always wear hand, eye, and face protection when servicing batteries. Ensure that battery acid does not come in contact with skin or clothing. 3121615 – JLG Lift – 1-13...
4. Use of approved fall protection device. site. 5. Enough knowledge of the mechanical operation of the machine to recognize a malfunction or potential malfunc- tion. 3121615 – JLG Lift –...
SECTION 2 - USER RESPONSIBILITIES, MACHINE PREPARATION, AND INSPECTION PREPARATION, INSPECTION, AND MAINTENANCE JLG INDUSTRIES, INC. RECOGNIZES A FACTORY TRAINED SERVICE TECHNICIAN AS A The following table covers the periodic machine inspections and PERSON WHO HAS SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED THE JLG SERVICE TRAINING SCHOOL maintenance recommended by JLG Industries, Inc.
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At intervals as specified in the Service and Maintenance Owner, Dealer, or User Qualified JLG Mechanic Service and Maintenance Manual Manual. NOTE: Inspection forms are available from JLG. Use the Service and Maintenance Manual to perform inspections. 3121615 – JLG Lift –...
ATELY! REPORT THE PROBLEM TO THE PROPER MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL. DO NOT only), and ANSI Manual of Responsibilities (Domestic only) is OPERATE THE MACHINE UNTIL IT IS DECLARED SAFE FOR OPERATION. enclosed in the weather resistant storage container. – JLG Lift – 3121615...
Check that all guards protecting the switches or locks are in place; c. Operate all functions and check all limiting and cut-out switches; d. Ensure that all machine functions are disabled when the Emergency Stop Button is pushed in. 3121615 – JLG Lift –...
If SkyGuard remains activated after function reversal or cutout, depress and hold the SkyGuard Override Switch to allow normal use of machine functions until the SkyGuard sensor is disen- gaged. – JLG Lift – 3121615...
Telescope boom out until 500 lb. (227 kg for ANSI mar- kets and 230 kg for CE and Australia markets) light comes on (may need to used auxiliary power to posi- tion boom correctly). 3121615 – JLG Lift –...
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Telescope the main boom to full extension. pin). e. Measure from the mark on the fly boom to the wear pad. The dimension should be 125" to 127" (317.5 to 322.5 cm). – JLG Lift – 3121615...
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Lift main boom up until 1000 lb. (454 kg for ANSI mar- degrees when lifting down. kets and 450 kg for CE and Australia markets) light comes on. The boom angle at this point should be 55 degrees to 60 degrees. 3121615 – JLG Lift –...
This switch is used to Provides rotation of the platform. adjust platform level in situations such as ascending/descending a grade. 3. Jib (If Equipped) This switch provides raising and low- ering of the jib. – JLG Lift – 3121615...
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8. Platform/Ground Select Switch 9. Swing 10. Tower Lift 11. Main Boom Lift 12. Main Boom Telescope 13. Machine Safety System Override (MSSO) Figure 3-4. Ground Control Station - 600A with Machine Safety System Override (MSSO) (CE Only) – JLG Lift – 3121615...
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TION AT A TIME. (SIMULTANEOUS OPERATION CAN OVERLOAD THE AUXILIARY PUMP supplies power to Platform/Ground Select MOTOR.) switch when pulled out (on). When pushed in (off ), power is shut off to the Platform/Ground Select switch. 3121615 – JLG Lift –...
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By connecting into the oil pressure circuit of the engine, only engine run hours are recorded. The hourmeter registers up to 9,999.9 hours and cannot be reset. – JLG Lift – 3121615...
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TOGGLE SWITCHES CONTROLLING PLATFORM MOVEMENT DO NOT RETURN TO THE OFF POSITION WHEN RELEASED. 12. Main Telescope Control 9. Swing Control Provides extension and retraction of Provides 360 degrees continuous the main boom. turntable rotation. 3121615 – JLG Lift –...
Load Sense System activation. 5. System Distress Indicator Ground Control Indicator Panel The light indicates that the JLG Control System has detected an abnormal condition and a (See Figure 3-5.) Diagnostic Trouble Code has been set in the 1.
The machine has a two position switch - The forward position Indicates the Drive and Steer Disable function gives maximum drive speed. The has been activated. back position gives maximum torque for rough terrain and climbing grades. 3-12 – JLG Lift – 3121615...
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To re-synchronize the front and rear axles, position the rear drive wheels to the forward drive position by selecting either crab or compound steer, then select front steer (cen- ter switch position) to operate the normal steering function. 3121615 – JLG Lift – 3-13...
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The auxiliary pump will operate tower boom lift, tower telescope, main boom lift, main telescope and swing. 3121615 – JLG Lift – 3-15...
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Push forward to drive forward, may have Soft Touch, SkyGuard, or both Soft Touch and Sky- pull back to drive in reverse. Guard. Steering is accomplished via a thumb-activated rocker switch on the end of the steer handle. 3-16 – JLG Lift – 3121615...
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Tower Telescope must be fully retracted Provides rotation of the platform when posi- before operating Tower Lift. (Tower Telescope should not tioned to the right or left. function when Tower Lift is not fully elevated “up”). 3121615 – JLG Lift – 3-17...
Move right to swing right, move left to swing left. Moving the joystick activates switches to provide the functions selected. 3-18 – JLG Lift – 3121615...
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TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, DO NOT REMOVE, MODIFY OR DISABLE THE FOOTSWITCH BY BLOCKING OR ANY OTHER MEANS. FOOTSWITCH MUST BE ADJUSTED IF FUNCTIONS ACTIVATE WHEN SWITCH ONLY OPERATES WITHIN LAST 1/4" OF TRAVEL, TOP OR BOTTOM. 3-20 – JLG Lift – 3121615...
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7. System Distress Indicator the proper direction (i.e. controls reversed situations). The light indicates that the JLG Control System 10. Creep Speed Indicator has detected an abnormal condition and a...
4. Proper tire pressure. Controls operate Boom Lift and Swing, and are to be used in an 5. Machine is as originally equipped from JLG. emergency to lower the platform to the ground should the oper- ator in the platform be unable to do so.
Stability, and its position of least BACKWARD stability is shown in Figure 4-1., Position of Least Backward Stability. TO AVOID FORWARD OR BACKWARD TIPPING, DO NOT OVERLOAD MACHINE OR OPERATE THE MACHINE ON AN OUT-OF-LEVEL SURFACE. Figure 4-1. Position of Least Backward Stability – JLG Lift – 3121615...
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SECTION 4 - MACHINE OPERATION Figure 4-2. Position of Least Forward Stability 3121615 – JLG Lift –...
Diesel engines only: After turning on ignition, operator must wait until glow plug indicator light goes out before cranking engine. 6. From Platform, pull Power/Emergency Stop switch out. 1. Turn key of Platform/Ground Select switch to Ground. – JLG Lift – 3121615...
The Fuel Shutoff System monitors the fuel in the tank and senses tion, DO NOT OPERATE MACHINE. when the fuel level is getting low. The JLG Control System auto- matically shuts the engine down before the fuel tank is emptied Shutdown Procedure unless the machine is set up for Engine Restart.
All ratings for Gradeability and Sideslope are based upon the machine’s boom being in the stowed position, fully lowered, and retracted. CONTACT A QUALIFIED JLG MECHANIC IF THE MACHINE NEEDS RESTARTED AFTER NO MORE FUEL IS AVAILABLE. Traveling is limited by two factors: •...
Drive/Steer in the opposite direction from the movement of the controls. If the indicator is illuminated, operate the Drive function BOOM IS OVER FRONT WHEELS, STEER AND DRIVE CONTROLS WILL BE REVERSED. in the following manner: – JLG Lift – 3121615...
Figure 4-4. Traveling on a Grade IF THE BOOM IS OVER THE FRONT (STEER) AXLE, DIRECTION OF STEER AND DRIVE MOVEMENT WILL BE OPPOSITE FROM THE MOVEMENT OF THE CONTROLS. 3121615 – JLG Lift –...
Up or Down and hold until the plat- MACHINE. form is level. Platform Rotation To rotate the platform to the left or right, use the Platform Rotate control switch to select the direc- tion and hold until desired position is reached. 4-10 – JLG Lift – 3121615...
2. Sequence while lowering the Tower Boom from the fully ele- vated “up” position. a. Operate Tower Telescope “in” until Tower Boom is fully retracted. (Tower must not lift “down until boom is telescoped ”in” or “up” fully. 3121615 – JLG Lift – 4-11...
To extend or retract the main boom, use the Main TIONS. Telescope Control Switch to select In or Out move- ment. — HAVE CONDITION CORRECTED BY A CERTIFIED JLG SERVICE TECHNICIAN BEFORE CONTINUING USE OF MACHINE. 4-12 – JLG Lift –...
4. Fully lower the boom. fully retracted when boom is in the stowed position. This valve is located in the engine compartment area. 5. Repeat if necessary. 3121615 – JLG Lift – 4-13...
C = Indicates Cutout is Activated * Disregard when boom is in line and driving forward with or without steering and no other function active Note: When Soft Touch is enabled with SkyGuard all functions are cut out only. 4-16 – JLG Lift – 3121615...
When steering the unit the valve knob is pushed IN. When towing the unit the valve knob is pulled OUT to the float position. 3121615 – JLG Lift – 4-17...
DEATH. 2. Connect tow bar to front of frame with attach pins, and tow MAXIMUM TOWING SPEED 8 M.P.H. (13 K.M.H.) bar to towing vehicle. MAXIMUM TOWING GRADE 25%. 4-18 – JLG Lift – 3121615...
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IN to the actuated position. 2. Reconnect drive hubs by inverting disconnect cap. 3. Disconnect tow bar from steering hitch and from towing vehicle. The machine is now in the driving mode. Figure 4-8. Drive Disconnect Hub 4-20 – JLG Lift – 3121615...
1. Position Platform/Ground Select Key Switch to Platform. 2. Position Power/Emergency Stop switch to On. 2. Position Power/Emergency Stop switch to On. 3. Position Auxiliary Power switch to On and hold. 3. Depress and hold footswitch. 3121615 – JLG Lift – 4-21...
1. With engine operating on LP under a no-load con- dition, position Fuel Select switch at Platform Con- trol Station to Gasoline position. 2. Close hand valve on LP gas supply tank by turning clockwise. 4-22 – JLG Lift – 3121615...
If it becomes necessary to lift the machine using an overhead or mobile crane, it is very important that the lifting devices are attached only to the designated lifting eyes, and that the turnta- ble lock pin is engaged (See Figure 4-9., Lifting Chart). 3121615 – JLG Lift – 4-23...
BEEN REPAIRED, IF REQUIRED, AND THAT ALL CONTROLS ARE OPERATING COR- RECTLY. JLG Industries, Inc. must be notified immediately of any incident involving a JLG product. Even if no injury or property damage is EMERGENCY OPERATION evident, the factory should be contacted by telephone and pro- vided with all necessary details.
For specific procedures, refer to Section 4. NOTE: If the MSSO functionality is used, the fault indicator will flash and a fault code is set in the JLG Control System which must be reset by a qualified JLG Service Technician. NOTE: No functional checks of the MSSO system are necessary.
11 ft. 8 in. (3.56 m) Turning Radius - (outside) narrow chassis 16 ft. 6 in. (5.03 m) 11 ft. 2 in. (3.4 m) Turning Radius - (inside) 11 ft. 5 in. (3.48 m) 5 ft. 6 in. (1.68 m) 3121615 – JLG Lift –...
Industries recommends the use of Mobil DTE 13M. ** Load Capacity - 11,800 lb. (4404 kg) - Static Aside from JLG recommendations, it is not advisable to mix oils of different brands or types, as they may not contain the same required additives or be of comparable viscosities.
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2700 at 100° C 6.6 cSt at 40° C 55 cSt at 100° F 169 SUS at 100° C 9.3 cSt at 210° F 48 SUS Viscosity Index cp at -20° F 6,200 Viscosity Index – JLG Lift – 3121615...
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7.64 lb. per gal. NOTE: Mobil/Exxon recommends that this oil be checked on a Weight (0.9 kg per liter) yearly basis for viscosity. Viscosity at 40° C 45 cSt at 100° C 8.0 cSt Viscosity Index 3121615 – JLG Lift –...
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102 cSt Viscosity at 40° C (104°F) 46 cSt at 40° C 37 cSt at 100° C (212°F) 10 cSt at 100° C 8.4 cSt Viscosity Index Viscosity Index NOTE: Must be stored above 32°F (14°C) – JLG Lift – 3121615...
A serial number plate is affixed to the left rear side of the frame. If the serial number plate is damaged or missing, the machine serial number is stamped on the left side of the frame. Figure 6-1. Serial Number Locations 6-10 – JLG Lift – 3121615...
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ENGINE WILL START AND OPERATE AT THIS TEMPERATURE -10°F(-23°C) GRADE WITH THE RECOMMENDED FLUIDS, A FULLY CHARGED BATTERY FUEL AND THE AID OF A COMPLETE JLG SPECIFIED COLD WEATHER -20°F(-29°C) WITH PACKAGE (IE. ENGINE BLOCK HEATER, ETHER INJECTION OR KEROSENE -30F°(-34°C)
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(HYD. OIL TANK TEMP.) IF EITHER OR BOTH CONDITIONS EXIST JLG HIGHLY RECOMMENDS AMBIENT AIR THE ADDITION OF A HYDRAULIC TEMPERATURE OIL COOLER (CONSULT JLG SERVICE 120° F (49° C) PROLONGED OPERATION IN NOTE: NO OPERATION ABOVE THIS AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURES 110°...
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-10 F(-23 C) ENGINE WILL START AND OPERATE ON GASOLINE AT THIS TEMPERATURE WITH THE RECOMMENDED FLUIDS, A FULLY CHARGED BATTERY AND THE AID OF A COMPLETE JLG SPECIFIED COLD WEATHER PACKAGE -20 F(-29 C) (IE. ENGINE BLOCK HEATER, BATTERY WARMER AND HYDRAULIC OIL TANK HEATER)
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IF EITHER OR BOTH CONDITIONS EXIST JLG HIGHLY RECOMMENDS THE ADDITION OF A HYDRAULIC AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OIL COOLER (CONSULT JLG SERVICE 120° F (49° C) PROLONGED OPERATION IN NO OPERATION ABOVE THIS AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURES 110° F (43° C) AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF 100°...
LUBRICATION INTERVALS ARE BASED ON MACHINE OPERATION UNDER NORMAL CONDITIONS. FOR MACHINES USED IN MULTI-SHIFT OPERATIONS AND/OR EXPOSED TO HOSTILE ENVIRONMENTS OR CONDITIONS, LUBRICATION FREQUENCIES MUST BE INCREASED ACCORDINGLY. 6-18 – JLG Lift – 3121615...
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Lube - 90w80 Gear Oil Interval - Every 2 years or 1200 hours of operation Interval - Check level every 3 months or 150 hrs of operation; change every 2 years or 1200 hours of operation 3121615 – JLG Lift – 6-19...
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Interval - Check level every 3 months or 150 hrs of operation; change every 2 years or 1200 hours of operation Interval - Change after first 50 hrs. and every 6 months or 300 hrs. thereafter or as indicated by Condition Indicator. 6-20 – JLG Lift – 3121615...
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300 hrs. thereafter or as indicated by Condition Indicator. Capacity - 30.6 gal. (115.8 L) Tank; 40 gal. (151.4 L) System Lube - HO Interval - Check Level daily; Change every 2 years or 1200 hours of operation. 3121615 – JLG Lift – 6-21...
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Interval - Every Year or 600 hours of operation Comments - Check level daily/Change in accordance with Comments - Check level daily/Change in accordance with engine manual. Refer to Figure 6-9., Deutz 2011 Engine Dip- engine manual. stick. 6-22 – JLG Lift – 3121615...
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MINIMUM LEVEL OIL MAXIMUM OIL COLD LEVEL MAXIMUM LEVEL OIL COLD NOTE: Hot oil checks should be made a period of 5 minutes after the engine has been shut down. Figure 6-9. Deutz 2011 Engine Dipstick 3121615 – JLG Lift – 6-23...
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Lube Point(s) - Replaceable Element Lube - EO Interval - Change in accordance with engine manual Interval - 3 Months or 150 hours of operation Comments - Check level daily/Change in accordance with engine manual. 6-24 – JLG Lift – 3121615...
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Interval - Change in accordance with engine manual Interval - Change in accordance with engine manual 11. Fuel Filter (Gasoline) - GM Lube Point(s) - Replaceable Element Interval - Every 6 months or 300 hours of operation 3121615 – JLG Lift – 6-25...
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Interval - Every 6 months or 300 hours of operation or as Interval - Every 6 months or 300 hours of operation or as indicated by the condition indicator indicated by the condition indicator 6-26 – JLG Lift – 3121615...
TIRES & WHEELS Tire Inflation The air pressure for pneumatic tires must be equal to the air pres- sure 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.
Tire Replacement dations, may result in an unsafe condition regarding stability. JLG recommends a replacement tire be the same size, ply and brand Wheel Installation as originally installed on the machine. Please refer to the JLG Parts...
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Check torque every 3 months or 150 hours of operation. 3. The tightening of the nuts should be done in stages. Follow- ing the recommended sequence, tighten nuts per wheel torque chart. 3121615 – JLG Lift – 6-29...
6. Have an assistant check to see that left front wheel remains locked in position off of ground. 7. Carefully activate Swing control lever and return boom to stowed position (centered between drive wheels). When 6-30 – JLG Lift – 3121615...
Refer to Propane Fuel System Leak Test. RESIDUAL VAPOR PRESSURE WILL BE PRESENT IN THE FUEL SYSTEM. ENSURE THE WORK AREA IS WELL VENTILATED BEFORE DISCONNECTING ANY FUEL LINE. 6-32 – JLG Lift – 3121615...
The vibration total value to which the hand-arm system is sub- jected does not exceed 2,5 m/s . The highest root mean square value of weighted acceleration to which the whole body is sub- jected does not exceed 0,5 m/s 3121615 – JLG Lift – 6-33...