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Operation and Safety Manual Original Instructions - Keep this manual with the machine at all times. Model 260MRT SN 0200000100 - 0200269760 ANSI AS/NZS 3121219 December 11, 2019 - Rev J ®...
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WARNING Operating, servicing and maintaining this vehicle or equipment can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine except as necessary, service your vehicle or equipment in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing.
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The purpose of this manual is to provide owners, users, operators, lessors, and lessees with the precautions and operating procedures essential for the safe and proper machine operation for its intended purpose. Due to continuous product improvements, JLG Industries, Inc. reserves the right to make specification changes without prior notification. Contact JLG Industries, Inc. for updated information.
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FOREWORD SAFETY ALERT SYMBOLS AND SAFETY SIGNAL WORDS This is the Safety Alert Symbol. It is used to alert you to the potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death INDICATES A POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION.
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Modifications Product Safety JLG INDUSTRIES, INC. SENDS SAFETY RELATED BULLETINS TO THE OWNER OF RECORD OF THIS MACHINE. CONTACT JLG INDUSTRIES, INC. TO ENSURE THAT THE Contact: CURRENT OWNER RECORDS ARE UPDATED AND ACCURATE. Product Safety and Reliability Department JLG Industries, Inc.
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FOREWORD REVISION LOG Original Issue A - June 27, 2005 Revised B - July 17, 2006 Revised C - March 29, 2007 Revised D - October 22, 2008 Revised E - April 15, 2010 Revised F - May 14, 2010 Revised G - June 5, 2012 Revised...
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION - 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Function Check........2-5 DUAL FUEL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) .
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION - 6 - ACCESSORIES Auto Leveling ........4-3 Manual Level Adjustment (Trim) .
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION - 8 - INSPECTION AND REPAIR LOG LIST OF TABLES Beaufort Scale (For Reference Only) ......1-3 LIST OF FIGURES Minimum Approach Distances (M.A.D.) .
These sections contain the responsibilities of the owner, user, operator, lessor, and lessee concerning safety, training, inspec- tion, maintenance, application, and operation.If there are any questions with regard to safety, training, inspection, mainte- nance, application, and operation, please contact JLG Industries, Inc. (“JLG”). 3121219...
• Check the machine for modifications to original components. end of travel. This applies both to machines in operation or in Ensure that any modifications have been approved by JLG. the stowed position. • Avoid accumulation of debris on platform deck. Keep mud, oil, •...
• When two or more persons are in the platform, the operator shall be responsible for all machine operations. • JLG Industries, Inc. recommends that all persons in the plat- • Always ensure that power tools are properly stowed and never form wear a full body harness with a lanyard attached to an left hanging by their cord from the platform work area.
SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Electrocution Hazards • This machine is not insulated and does not provide protection from contact or proximity to electrical current. • Keep both feet firmly positioned on the platform floor at all times. Never position ladders, boxes, steps, planks, or similar items on unit to provide additional reach for any purpose.
SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • Maintain safe clearance from electrical lines, apparatus, or any • The minimum approach distance may be reduced if insulating barriers are installed to prevent contact, and the barriers are energized (exposed or insulated) parts in accordance with the Minimum Approach Distance (MAD) as specified in Table 1-1.
Do not exceed the allowable sideslope and grade platform. Keep all loads within the confines of the platform, while driving unless authorized by JLG. • Keep the chassis of the machine a minimum of 2 ft (0.6 m) from holes, bumps, drop-offs, obstructions, debris, concealed holes, and other potential hazards at the ground level.
SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • If scissor arm assembly or platform is caught so that one or • Always post a lookout when driving in areas where vision is more wheels are off the ground, all persons must be removed obstructed.
SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS TOWING, LIFTING, AND HAULING MAINTENANCE • Never allow personnel in platform while towing, lifting, or General hauling. This section contains general safety precautions which must be • This machine should not be towed, except in the event of observed during maintenance of this machine.
SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Battery Hazards • Always disconnect batteries when servicing electrical compo- nents or when performing welding on the machine. • Always disconnect batteries when servicing electrical compo- • Shut down the engine (if equipped) while fuel tanks are being nents or when performing welding on the machine.
SECTION 2 - USER RESPONSIBILITIES, MACHINE PREPARATION, AND INSPECTION SECTION 2. USER RESPONSIBILITIES, MACHINE PREPARATION, AND INSPECTION PERSONNEL TRAINING The safest means to operate the machine where overhead obstructions, other moving equipment, and obstacles, The aerial platform is a personnel handling device; so it is neces- depressions, holes, drop-offs.
SECTION 2 - USER RESPONSIBILITIES, MACHINE PREPARATION, AND INSPECTION 2.2 PREPARATION, INSPECTION, AND MAINTENANCE JLG INDUSTRIES, INC. RECOGNIZES A FACTORY-TRAINED SERVICE TECHNICIAN AS A The following table covers the periodic machine inspections and PERSON WHO HAS SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED THE JLG SERVICE TRAINING SCHOOL maintenance recommended by JLG Industries, Inc.
Preventative Maintenance At intervals as specified in the Service and Maintenance Owner, Dealer, or User Qualified JLG Mechanic Service and Maintenance Manual Manual. NOTE: Inspection forms are available from JLG. Use the Service and Maintenance Manual to perform inspections. 3121219...
SECTION 2 - USER RESPONSIBILITIES, MACHINE PREPARATION, AND INSPECTION PRE-START INSPECTION Operation and Safety Manuals – Make sure a copy of the Operation and Safety Manual is enclosed in the weather The Pre-Start Inspection should include each of the following: resistant storage container.
SECTION 2 - USER RESPONSIBILITIES, MACHINE PREPARATION, AND INSPECTION Preparing the Machine for Operation Function Check Emergency Ground Control Station Perform the Function Check as follows: Turn key-switch to ground control select. From the ground emergency control panel with no load in the platform: Pull emergency stop switch to the On position.
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SECTION 2 - USER RESPONSIBILITIES, MACHINE PREPARATION, AND INSPECTION From the platform control console: With the platform in the stowed position: a. Ensure that the control console is firmly secured in the a. Drive the machine on a level grade and stop proper location.
SECTION 2 - USER RESPONSIBILITIES, MACHINE PREPARATION, AND INSPECTION DUAL FUEL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Changing from LP Gas to Gasoline. With the engine operating on LP gas under a no load condi- tion, position the LPG/GAS SELECT switch at the platform control station to the GAS SELECT position.
SECTION 2 - USER RESPONSIBILITIES, MACHINE PREPARATION, AND INSPECTION GENERAL Begin the “Walk-Around Inspection” at Item 1, as noted on the DO NOT OVERLOOK VISUAL INSPECTION OF CHASSIS UNDERSIDE. CHECKING THIS diagram.Continue to the right (counterclockwise viewed from AREA OFTEN RESULTS IN DISCOVERY OF CONDITIONS WHICH COULD CAUSE EXTEN- top) checking each item in sequence for the conditions listed in SIVE MACHINE DAMAGE.
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SECTION 2 - USER RESPONSIBILITIES, MACHINE PREPARATION, AND INSPECTION Fuel Tank (Gasoline or Diesel Engine) - Filler cap secure, Hydraulic Pump - Pump properly secured, no visible dam- sight gauge visible, no damage or leaks. age, no evidence of leakage. Hoses and fittings properly secured, no visible damage, no evidence of leaks.
SECTION 3 - USER RESPONSIBILITIES AND MACHINE CONTROL SECTION 3. USER RESPONSIBILITIES AND MACHINE CONTROL GENERAL OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS AND LIMITATIONS General A thorough knowledge of the operating characteristics and lim- itations of the machine is always the first requirement for any THE MANUFACTURER HAS NO DIRECT CONTROL OVER MACHINE APPLICATION AND user, regardless of user’s experience with similar types of equip- OPERATION, CONFORMANCE WITH GOOD SAFETY PRACTICES IN THESE AREAS IS THE...
SECTION 3 - USER RESPONSIBILITIES AND MACHINE CONTROL CONTROLS AND INDICATORS ground controls and the key can be removed to disable the machine. (Refer to Figure 3-1.) NOTE: With the Power Selector switch in the off position, the key can be The machine is equipped with control panels that use symbols removed in order to incapacitate the machine on the jobsite to instead of words to indicate control functions.
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SECTION 3 - USER RESPONSIBILITIES AND MACHINE CONTROL Water Temperature LED - Illuminates when engine water Ignition/Emergency Stop Switch - A two-position, red, mushroom-shaped ignition/emergency stop switch, when temperature becomes overheated. positioned to ON with the power selector switch positioned Charge Pressure - Illuminates when the charge pressure to ground, furnishes operating power to the ground control drops below 70 psi (4.8 bar), indicating the charge filter is...
SECTION 3 - USER RESPONSIBILITIES AND MACHINE CONTROL 14. Platform/Ground Select Switch 15. Latch 16. Circuit Breaker 17. Alternator LED 18. Oil Pressure LED 19. Glow Plug Switch 20. Water Temperature LED 21. Hydraulic Charge Pressure LED 22. Lift Switch 1 705 729 B 23.
SECTION 3 - USER RESPONSIBILITIES AND MACHINE CONTROL PLATFORM CONTROL STATION (Refer to Figure 3-2.) DO NOT USE HIGH ENGINE SPEED WHEN DRIVING IN CLOSE QUARTERS OR WHEN DRIVING IN REVERSE. Start Switch - A momentary contact, push button type switch that supplies electrical power to the starter solenoid NOTE: If machine is being operated in high range speed and the plat-...
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SECTION 3 - USER RESPONSIBILITIES AND MACHINE CONTROL Drive Select Switch - The drive switch provides for driving Glow Plug Switch - Glow Plug Switch - A momentary con- tact, push button type switch that supplies electrical power the lift. Drive is activated by selecting the drive switch and positioning the joystick forward or backward.
SECTION 3 - USER RESPONSIBILITIES AND MACHINE CONTROL Platform Control Front Panel the right, activate the switch on top of the controller to the right. The leveling jack indicator light for the side (Refer to Figure 3-3.) selected will be lit. Fuel/Glow Plug Selector Switch - Selects which fuel source will be used.
SECTION 3 - USER RESPONSIBILITIES AND MACHINE CONTROL Indicator Panel LED’s (Refer to Figure 3-4.) FOR MACHINES EQUIPPED WITH THE YANMAR DIESEL ENGINE, THE TIMER RELAY Drive - This LED will illuminate when the drive select button MUST SEAT THE FUEL SOLENOID WITH ITS INITIAL PULSE, OR THE ENGINE WILL NOT is activated.
SECTION 4 - MACHINE OPERATION SECTION 4. MACHINE OPERATION DESCRIPTION ENGINE OPERATION This machine is a self-propelled hydraulic lift equipped with a Power Selector Switch work platform on an elevating scissor mechanism. Vibrations emitted by these machines are not hazardous to an operator in The power selector switch functions to direct electrical power to the work platform.
SECTION 4 - MACHINE OPERATION Starting Procedure IF STARTING MACHINE FROM THE PLATFORM CONTROL STATION, PLACE THE ENGINE SPEED CONTROL TO THE LOW POSITION PRIOR TO STARTING THE ENGINE. NOTE: Initial starting should always be performed from the Ground If starting the machine from the ground controls, position Control Station.
SECTION 4 - MACHINE OPERATION OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS Continue to engage the leveling jacks until the tilt light stops blinking and is no longer lit. Leveling Jacks NOTE: If you receive a 2/5 flash code through the system fault light at the platform control station the machine is unable to level.
SECTION 4 - MACHINE OPERATION PLATFORM NOTE: There is an override feature on the Leveling Jack system that allows the operator to adjust (trim) the level of the machine to the left or right when the platform is completely lowered. Use the Platform Loading following instructions to adjust the level of the machine.
SECTION 4 - MACHINE OPERATION Raising Lowering DO NOT RAISE PLATFORM EXCEPT ON A SMOOTH, FIRM, AND LEVEL SURFACE, FREE OF ENSURE SCISSOR ARM AREA IS FREE OF PERSONNEL PRIOR TO LOWERING PLATFORM. OBSTRUCTIONS AND HOLES. ENSURE PLATFORM EXTENSION IS COMPLETELY RETRACTED PRIOR TO LOWERING PLATFORM.
SECTION 4 - MACHINE OPERATION Platform Extension DRIVING The machine is equipped with a mechanical extension deck, which adds 3 ft (0.9 m) to the front of the platform, giving the DO NOT DRIVE WITH PLATFORM RAISED EXCEPT ON A SMOOTH, FIRM AND LEVEL operator better access to work-sites.
SECTION 4 - MACHINE OPERATION Driving Forward Driving in Reverse Place the power selector switch at the ground control sta- Position the power selector switch at the ground control sta- tion to platform. tion to platform. Position the emergency stop switch at the platform control Position the emergency stop switch at the platform control station to the on position.
Chock at least two wheels when parking the machine for an extended period of time. NOTE: If lifting becomes necessary from the lifting lugs, Jlg Industries Inc. recommends the use of a proper spreader bar to avoid dam- Turn the power selector switch to off and remove the key to age to the machine.
SECTION 4 - MACHINE OPERATION TOWING After moving the machine, complete the following procedures: Position the machine on a firm, level surface. Although towing the machine is prohibited, provisions for mov- ing the machine, in case of a malfunction or power failure, have Chock the wheels securely.
SECTION 4 - MACHINE OPERATION PLATFORM RAILS - FOLD-DOWN PROCEDURE To fold down each of the rails, remove the bail pins for that rail. Taking a firm hold on the top rail, carefully lower until the top rail is fully folded in the down position. DO NOT RAISE PLATFORM WITH RAILS FOLDED DOWN.
SECTION 5 - EMERGENCY PROCEDURES SECTION 5. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES GENERAL select switch in the ground position and operate the lift switch to lift up or down. This section provides information on the procedures to be fol- Manual Descent lowed and on the systems and controls to be used in the event an emergency situation is encountered during machine operation.
SECTION 5 - EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Operator Unable to Control Machine Platform Caught Overhead If the platform becomes jammed or snagged in overhead struc- Operate the machine from ground controls ONLY with the tures or equipment, do the following: assistance of other personnel and equipment (cranes, over- head hoists, etc.) as may be required to safely remove the Shut off the machine.
JLG Industries, Inc. must be notified immediately of any incident A forktruck of suitable capacity or equivalent equipment should involving a JLG product. Even if no injury or property damage is be placed under the elevated side of the chassis, with a crane or...
SECTION 6 - ACCESSORIES 1/2 AIRLINE PLATFORM WORKLIGHTS The 1/2 Airline is a fitting for air-powered tools that is mounted in the platform. The Platform Worklights accessory consists of two 12V lights mounted to the platform railings. 3121219...
SECTION 6 - ACCESSORIES PLATFORM RAIL PADDING With Deck Bumpers OAD00050 1. Deck Bumpers Platform Rail Padding provides bumpers to the top plat- form rails in order to prevent damage to the platform itself This accessory is also available with proximity switches, as well as objects it may come into contact with during which attaches a padded frame to the bottom of the plat- operation.
SECTION 7 - GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND OPERATOR MAINTENANCE SECTION 7. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND OPERATOR MAINTENANCE INTRODUCTION Other Publications Available Specific to this Machine: Service and Maintenance Manual (ANSI) ......3121108 This section of the manual provides additional necessary infor- Illustrated Parts Manual (ANSI)..........3121109 mation to the operator for proper operation and maintenance of this machine.
Fuel Type Gasoline/LP Gas Gasoline/ LP Gas Diesel Diesel (1) - JLG machines equipped with TIER 3 carbureted model engine: • Excessive exhaust temperature: This may rapidly or immediately Kubota DF752-E2 damage the catalyst (if equipped). Engine overheating may also occur.
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SECTION 7 - GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND OPERATOR MAINTENANCE Kubota Dual Fuel (WG752-GL-G3) Kubota Diesel (D1005-E4B) Emissions CARB, EPA Phase 3 Emissions CARB, EPA Tier 4 Final, and EU Stage V Gasoline - 87 Octane minium Diesel: - Ethanol/Gas Mix-10% maximum - Low Sulfur (<500 ppm) Fuel Type - Methanol/Gas Mix-5% maximum...
When temperatures remain below -7° C (20° F), JLG Industries recommends the use of Mobil DTE13. Aside from JLG recommendations, it is not advisable to mix oils of different brands or types, as they may not contain the same required additives or be of comparable viscosities. If use of...
SECTION 7 - GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND OPERATOR MAINTENANCE OPERATOR MAINTENANCE Safety Prop TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY, THE SAFETY PROP MUST BE USED WHENEVER MAINTE- NANCE PERFORMED ON THE MACHINE REQUIRES THE SCISSOR ARMS TO BE RAISED. To engage the safety prop, with no load in the platform, raise the platform, then rotate the prop clockwise until it hangs vertically.
SECTION 7 - GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND OPERATOR MAINTENANCE Inspection Check Points 1 A N D 2 O N O P P O S IT E S ID E Figure 7-3. Lubrication Diagram 7-10 3121219...
SECTION 7 - GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND OPERATOR MAINTENANCE NOTE: Be sure to lubricate like items on each side a. Engine Oil Check/Fill Capacity - See Engine Manual NOTE: Recommended lubricating intervals are based on machine oper- Lube - See Engine Manual ations under normal conditions.
SECTION 7 - GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND OPERATOR MAINTENANCE Wheel Replacement Start all nuts by hand to prevent cross threading. DO NOT use a lubricant on threads or nuts. The rims installed on each product model have been designed Tighten nuts in the following sequence: for stability requirements which consist of track width, tire pres- sure, and load capacity.
SECTION 7 - GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND OPERATOR MAINTENANCE SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION TORQUE SEQUENCE 1st Stage 2nd Stage 3rd Stage The following information is provided in accordance with the 35 - 55 ft lbs 65 - 80 ft lbs 90 - 105 ft lbs requirements of the European Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC (49 - 77 Nm) (91 - 112 Nm)