Joystick - JLG G5-18A Operation Manual

Section 3 - Controls and Indicators

Joystick

Refer to lift/loader joystick pattern switch (see page 3-17) on right hand console to verify
control pattern before operating.
Lift Joystick Pattern
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The joystick (1) controls the boom, attachment tilt and auxiliary hydraulic functions.
Boom Functions
• Move the joystick back to lift boom; move joystick forward to lower boom; move
joystick right to extend boom; move joystick left to retract boom.
• The speed of boom functions depends upon the amount of joystick travel in
corresponding direction. Increasing engine speed will also increase function speed.
• For two simultaneous boom functions, move the joystick between quadrants. For
example; moving the joystick forward and to the left will lower and retract boom
simultaneously.
Attachment Function
Tilt control is enabled by the left button (2).
• While depressing button move joystick right to tilt down; move joystick left to tilt up.
Auxiliary Hydraulic Functions
The right button (3) enables function of attachments that require hydraulic supply for
operation. See Section 5 - Attachments and Hitches for approved attachments and
control instructions.
TIP OVER/CRUSH HAZARD. Rapid, jerky operation of controls will cause rapid, jerky
movement of the load. Such movements could cause the load to shift or fall or could
cause the machine to tip over.
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WARNING
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