Function Check - JLG E450AJ Operation And Safety Manual

Function Check

TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, DO NOT OPERATE MACHINE IF ANY CONTROL LEVERS OR
TOGGLE SWITCHES CONTROLLING PLATFORM MOVEMENTS DO NOT RETURN TO THE
OFF POSITION WHEN RELEASED.
TO AVOID A COLLISION AND INJURY IF PLATFORM DOES NOT STOP WHEN A CONTROL
SWITCH OR LEVER IS RELEASED, REMOVE FOOT FROM FOOTSWITCH OR USE EMER-
GENCY STOP TO STOP MACHINE.
Perform the Function Check as follows:
1. From the ground control console with no load in the plat-
form:
a. Ensure that all machine functions are disabled when
the Emergency Stop Button is pushed in.
b. Ensure all functions stop when the function switch is
released.
c. Operate all functions and ensure proper operation;
d. Ensure proper operation of the manual descent con-
trols, as described in Section 5.5 of this manual.
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SECTION 2 - USER RESPONSIBILITIES, MACHINE PREPARATION, AND INSPECTION
2. From the platform control console:
a. Ensure that the control console is firmly secured in the
proper location
b. Check that all guards protecting the switches or locks
are in place.
c. Ensure that all machine functions are disabled when
the Emergency Stop Button is pushed in.
d. Ensure that all machine functions stop when the
footswitch is released.
e. Operate all functions and ensure proper operation.
3.
With the platform in the stowed position:
a. Drive the machine on a grade, not to exceed the rated
gradeability, and stop to ensure the brakes hold;
b. Check that the tilt indicator is illuminated to ensure
proper operation.
4. Swing the boom over either of the rear tires and ensure that
the Drive Orientation indicator illuminates and that the
Drive Orientation Override switch must be used for the drive
function to operate.
5.
With the machine positioned on a smooth, firm surface
within the limits of the maximum operating slope, elevate
the boom 10 degrees or greater above horizontal. Select
high speed drive mode. Carefully attempt to drive and
ensure the drive speed is reduced.
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