Park Brake; Parking Procedure - JLG 642 Operation & Safety Manual

Park Brake

Park brake switch controls the application and release of the park brake.
• With the engine running and the park brake switch in OFF position, park brakes are
disengaged.
• With switch in ON position, park brake is engaged and transmission will not engage
forward or reverse.
MACHINE ROLL-AWAY HAZARD. In the event of engine failure, apply constant
pressure to service brake pedal while activating the park brake to the ON position.
MACHINE ROLL-AWAY HAZARD. Always move park brake switch to ON position,
lower boom to ground and stop engine before leaving cab.
CRUSH HAZARD. Turning engine off applies the park brake. Applying park brake or
turning engine off while traveling will cause unit to stop abruptly and could cause load
loss. Either may be used in an emergency situation.

Parking Procedure

1. Using service brake, stop telehandler in an appropriate parking area.
2. Follow "Shut-Down Procedure" on page 4-5.
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