Traveling On A Grade - JLG 1500SJ Operation And Safety Manual

Traveling on a Grade

When traveling a grade, maximum braking and traction are obtained
with the boom stowed, in position over the rear (drive) axle, and in
line with the direction of travel. Drive the machine forward when
climbing a grade, and in reverse when descending a grade. Do not
exceed the machine's maximum rated gradability.
Figure 4-4. Traveling on a Grade
IF THE BOOM IS OVER THE FRONT (STEER) AXLE, DIRECTION OF STEER AND DRIVE
MOVEMENT WILL BE OPPOSITE FROM THE MOVEMENT OF THE CONTROLS.
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4.6 STEERING
Position thumb switch on Drive/Steer controller to
Right for steering right, or to Left for steering left.
4.7 EXTENDING THE AXLES
NOTE: The boom must be oriented between the rear wheels to extend
or retract the axles.
The operator must be driving the machine (forward or reverse) in
order to extend the axles.
Position the Axle Extend switch to extend the axles
or to retract to retract the axles.
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