Steering The Telehandler; Four-Wheel Steering; Front Steering (Two-Wheel); Crab Steering - Skyjack SJ643 TH Operating Manual

Steering the Telehandler

5.3 Steering the Telehandler
Steering is controlled by means of the steering wheel
in conjunction with the steering mode selector rocker
switch for the type of steering desired.

5.3-1 Four-wheel Steering

This steer mode is most commonly used on the job
site and will give the smallest turn radius available.
WARNING
Do not use four wheel steering mode when driving
on public roads and highways.
Do not travel at high speeds (3rd gear for
powershift transmission) when using four wheel
steering mode.
Figure 23 Four-wheel Steering

5.3-2 Front Steering (Two-Wheel)

Two-wheel steer is used during road travel in order
to reduce the risk of possible overturn due to over-
steering.
NOTE
Loss of electrical power will allow front steering
only.
Figure 24 Front Steering
SJ643 TH & SJ843 TH

5.3-3 Crab Steering

The crab steer is used for maneuvering into tight
spots.
Figure 25 Crab Steering
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