Function Check - JLG EcoLift70 Operation And Safety Manual

SECTION 2 - PREPARATION AND INSPECTION
2.5

FUNCTION CHECK

The function check of all systems should be performed in an
area free of overhead and ground level obstructions. Perform a
function check as follows:
1. Set-up machine for operation according to instruc-
tions in Section 3.
2. EcoLift 70 - Check front caster wheels lock when
engaged and keep machine from rolling.
3. Enter platform: Check that platform entry gates auto-
matically close completely while in platform.
4. EcoLift 50 - When you step into the platform, the front
caster wheel should retract and machine should be
resting on the front foot pads.
5. Check 'fly-wheel' operating handle works correctly.
Hold handle firmly and pull operating knob towards
you, release, knob should spring back to lock wheel.
6. While in platform, raise and lower platform 2 ft. to 3 ft.
(0.61m to 0.92m) several times. Check for smooth ele-
vation and lowering of platform.
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7. With the aid of an assistant, check the operation of the
rear wheel auto locking brake mechanism. When the
platform is elevated and the mast is clear of the chas-
sis, observe the action of the brake cams and move-
ment of the brake pins, ensure the pins fully engage
the rear wheel brake disks when the platform is ele-
vated and release when the platform is fully lowered.
(See Figure 2-3.)
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