Section 6 - Emergency Procedures; Towing A Disabled Product; Moving Short Distances; Moving Longer Distances - JLG G5-18A Operation Manual

SECTION 6 - EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

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TOWING A DISABLED PRODUCT

The following information assumes the telehandler cannot be moved under its own
power.
• Before moving the telehandler, read all of the following information to understand
options available. Then select the appropriate method.
• Machine mounted retrieval devices provide suitable means to attach a tow rope, chain
or tow bar only in the event the telehandler becomes stuck or disabled.
• Retrieval devices are not intended for on-road trailer towing applications.
• The steering system permits manual steering if engine or power assist feature fails;
however, steering will be slow and will require much greater force.
• DO NOT attempt to tow a telehandler that is loaded or the boom/attachment is raised
above 4 ft (1,2 m).

Moving Short Distances

• If it is only necessary to move telehandler a short distance, less than 100 ft (30 m), it is
permissible to use a vehicle of sufficient capacity to tow the unit with no previous
preparation. Drive wheels will not roll.

Moving Longer Distances

• See Service Manual for details.
• Dependant on local regulations the appropriate machine Service Manual should be
kept in the cab of homologated machines at all times.
Contact your local Authorized Distributor for specific instructions if neither of these
methods are applicable.
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