Platform Or Boom Caught Overhead; Emergency Towing Procedures - JLG 400S Operation Manual

SECTION 5 - EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

Platform or Boom Caught Overhead

If the platform or boom becomes jammed or snagged in over-
head structures or equipment, rescue platform occupants prior to
freeing the machine.
5.4

EMERGENCY TOWING PROCEDURES

Towing this machine is prohibited. However, provisions for moving
the machine have been incorporated. The following procedures are
to be used ONLY for emergency movement to a suitable mainte-
nance area.
THE ALLOWABLE TOWING SPEED IS 1.9 MPH (3 KPH). THE MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE
TOWING DISTANCE IS 0.6 MILES (1 KM).
1. Chock wheels securely.
2. Engage the mechanical release on both drive hubs by loos-
ening, completely reversing, and tightening the two bolts on
each hub.
3. Connect suitable equipment, remove chocks, and move
machine.
5-2
After moving machine, complete the following procedure:
1. Position machine on a firm level surface.
2. Chock wheels securely.
3. Disengage the mechanical release on both drive hubs by
loosening, completely reversing, and tightening the two
bolts on each hub.
4. Remove chocks from wheels as desired.
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