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Service and Maintenance Manual Model 80HX 80HX+6 80HXER 3120271 November 19, 2003 ANSI...
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CALIFORNIAN PROPOSITION 65 BATTERY WARNING Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING!
Relieve system pressure by cycling the applicable control several times with the engine stopped and ignition on, to direct any line pressure back into the reservoir. Pressure 3120271 – JLG Lift –...
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INTRODUCTION REVISON LOG March, 1986 - Original Issue February, 1997 - Revised March 1, 1999 - Revised September 7, 2000 - Revised May 21, 2003 - Revised November 19, 2003 - Revised – JLG Lift – 3120271...
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Welding on JLG Equipment ............2-6 Do the Following When Welding on JLG Equipment ......2-6 Do NOT Do the Following When Welding on JLG Equipment .
Steer, Rotate - 9.5 GPM (36 LPM). February 1988 - 42.5:1. 2WD with Racine proportional valves built February 1988 Clockwise Rotation. to present - 43:1. 2WD with Racine or Vickers proportional valves built prior to October 1989 - 30.04:1. – JLG Lift – 3120271...
* Check swing bearing bolts for security after first 50 hours of operation and every 600 hours thereafter. **Retorque after first 200 hours of operation and every 500 hours thereafter. NOTE: See Procedure Section for tightening sequence of turntable bearing bolts. – JLG Lift – 3120271...
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Lubrication intervals are based on machine operation under normal conditions. For machines used in multi shift operations and/or exposed to hostile environments or conditions, lubrication frequencies must be increased accordingly. EPGL Extreme Pressure Gear Lube Hydraulic Fluid (Mobil #424 or equivalent) Multi-Purpose Grease – JLG Lift – 3120271...
-5° F - +70° F. 10W-30 -5° F - +85° F. 10W-40 +15° F - +75° F. 15W-30 Above +15° F. 15W-40 * This viscosity can be used at colder temperatures only with engine oil preheating. 3120271 – JLG Lift –...
Mobil DTE11. Table 1-6.Lubrication Specifications SPECIFICATIONS NOTE: Aside from JLG recommendations, it is not advisable to mix oils of different brands or types, as they may Multipurpose Grease having a minimum dripping point of not contain the same required additives or be of 350 degrees F.
Blue - 193.9 in. (492.5 cm). Complete Machine - 4WD No Options 1320 29106 Canadian Standard Complete Machine (80HX+6) 2WD No Options 1444 31856 Red - 53 in. (134.6 cm). Yellow - 42 in. (106.7 cm). Blue - 171.8 in. (436.4 cm).
698.0 5860 4400 4690 6440 Note: These torque values do not apply to cadmium plated fasteners. METRIC CLASS 8.8 METRIC CLASS 10.9 Figure 1-5. Torque Chart - (N, m) - (For Metric Class Fasteners). 1-16 – JLG Lift – 3120271...
Factory-Certified Service Technician as a per- Preparation, Inspection, and Maintenance son who has successfully completed the JLG Service Training School for the subject JLG product model. Refer- It is important to establish and conform to a comprehen- ence the machine Service and Maintenance Manual and sive inspection and preventive maintenance program.
Prior to each sale, lease, or Owner, Dealer, or User Qualified JLG Service and Maintenance Inspection rental delivery. Mechanic Manual and applicable JLG inspection form. Frequent Inspection In service for 3 months or 150 hours, which- Owner, Dealer, or User Qualified JLG Service and Maintenance ever comes first;...
If a bolt is too short, there will not be enough thread area to engage and hold the part properly. When replacing bolts, use only those having the same specifications of the original, or one which is equivalent. 3120271 – JLG Lift –...
Avoid mixing petroleum and synthetic base oils. JLG tion. Every precaution must be taken to keep Industries recommends changing the hydraulic oil hydraulic oil clean, including reserve oil in storage.
If the cylinder passes this test, it is acceptable. age the bearing during installation and opera- tion. NOTE: This information is based on 6 drops per minute cyl- inder leakage. 3120271 – JLG Lift –...
Silicone Dielectric Compound must be used on all electri- cal connections for the following reasons: Do the Following When Welding on JLG • To prevent oxidation at the mechanical joint between Equipment male and female pins.
“Annual Machine for straightness of rod. Inspection Report” form. Forms are supplied with each new machine and are also available from JLG Customer 14. Check for condition of element; replace as neces- Service. Form must be completed and returned to JLG sary.
With seal removed, outside bearing cone (4) can be removed. 10. If necessary, remove inner and outer bearing cones (3,5) using a suitable slide hammer puller. IMPORTANT WHEN REBUILDING TORQUE HUB, REMOVE AND REPLACE ALL O-RINGS AND RETAINING RINGS. 3120271 – JLG Lift –...
(15). 6. Repeat steps 1 thru 5 for remaining two cluster gears. 7. Clean and inspect all parts in accordance with para- graph b. Replace parts as necessary. 3120271 – JLG Lift –...
EYE PROTECTION SHOULD BE WORN DURING RETAINING RING REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION. 1. Carefully remove retaining ring (34) from input shaft (35) and discard retaining ring. 2. Remove two spacers (31) and spring (32) from input shaft. – JLG Lift – 3120271...
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5. internal gear. 6. Place bearing shim (8) over end of spindle and against bearing cone. EYE PROTECTION SHOULD BE WORN DURING RETAINING RING INSTALLATION. 3120271 – JLG Lift –...
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Find punch marked tooth on each large gear and locate at 12 o’clock (straight up) from each planet pin. Marked tooth will be located just under carrier on upper two gears. – JLG Lift – 3120271...
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(18). Counterbore in bore of input gear must be to outside of carrier assembly. 22. Place cover assembly over ring gear with oil level check plug in cover located approximately 90 degrees from oil fill plug in hub. 3120271 – JLG Lift –...
I.D. grooves. Back-up rings will be damaged and should not be removed if replacement is not planned. 7. Bleeder (19) can be removed and inspected to assure spring loaded ball moves freely and is free of contamination. – JLG Lift – 3120271...
4. Assemble piston (14) into power plate (20) using a shop press, being careful not to damage the o-rings or teflon back-up rings. Visually align the center of the cutouts in the piston with the torque pin (9) holes in the power plate. 3120271 – JLG Lift –...
9. Remove bearings (7,23) from shaft using an appro- priate bearing puller. The discs and friction discs will then slide off either end of shaft. 10. Remove dowel pins (22), springs (20,21) and oil seal (24) from housing (25). 3-10 – JLG Lift – 3120271...
Torque capscrews to 55 ft. lbs. (75 NM). top port. Pressure should not exceed 100 psi (6.9 Bar) during bleeding. 3. Apply sufficient pressure to release brake and check for proper operation. 3120271 – JLG Lift – 3-11...
NOTE: This drive brake was used on 80HX 2WD from Octo- 11. Pressure relief valve (23) can be removed and ber 1987 to January 1992, 80HX 4WD Prior to Febru-...
2. Remove case seal (11) from housing (7) then remove bleeder screw (14) from end cover (13). 3. Remove piston (24) from end cover (13). 4. Remove o-ring (20), back-up ring (21), o-ring (18) and back-up ring (19) from piston (24). 3-14 – JLG Lift – 3120271...
7. Place a new friction disc (22) on shaft (4) until it con- tacts return plate (8). 8. Add additional new discs (23) and new friction discs (22) as required to complete assembly. 9. Insert separators (10) in holes of return plate (8). 3-16 – JLG Lift – 3120271...
This should advance the governor throttle lever to the maximum wide open position. Verify the wide open position of the Figure 3-7. Governor Adjustment, LRG-423 & LRG-425 with Adeco 3120271 – JLG Lift – 3-17...
5. With the aid of an assistant at the platform console, start the engine and allow it to come up to operating temperature. Then have the assistant depress the footswitch and place the engine speed switch to HIGH ENGINE. 3-22 – JLG Lift – 3120271...
Turn the adjusting screw in small Engine pot. (See E-331 Electronics - Adjustment increments only until response time is correct. Turn- Locations.) ing the adjusting screw too far CW can cause surg- ing (see step 7 above). 3120271 – JLG Lift – 3-23...
SLIGHTLY (PERHAPS 0.030”), SO THAT THE ACTUATOR IS JUST OFF ITS INTERNAL STOP , AND IS PULLING THE BUTTER-FLY AGAINST ITS STOP . This insures that the carburetor can fully close to idle on load dumps, minimiz- ing over speeds. 3-24 – JLG Lift – 3120271...
A & B of the 8 pin connector when the Governor is controlling engine speed. Verify this. Improper hook-up can damage electronics. Re-check wiring before applying power. 3120271 – JLG Lift – 3-25...
The ideal gain setting will provide a compromise between quick response and good stability. This will usually show up as 1 to 3 engine pulsation’s before leveling out at the set RPMS when going from idle to high engine. 3-26 – JLG Lift – 3120271...
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8 pin connector on the E-331 (A is +, B is -). Voltage speed. reading should be the same as at battery. If not, shut down, and correct wiring. 10. Re-install the back cover on the E-331. Final mount the controller. 3120271 – JLG Lift – 3-27...
You should see 5 - 30 5. Damaged Controller or Actuator. VDC. b. The above checks do not guarantee a good speed signal, but their absence proves that there is a problem. 3120271 – JLG Lift – 3-29...
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No binding or rubbing should be felt within the Governor. If steps 1a. thru 1e. can be accomplished as described, the Governor is probably OK. It recognizes underspeed, overspeed, onspeed and is not binding internally. 3-30 – JLG Lift – 3120271...
1/2 to 1 ball dia. (Ref. to page 43 par. 1). Automatic Choke Adjustment Procedure (For all JLG 1.IL and 2.3L Ford carbureted engines) 1. At 70°F the choke plate should be open 1/3” (not touching the choke bore).
NOTE: If EMS switch is pulled on for an extended period of time, i.e. 1 to 2 minutes, without attempting to start the engine, the choke will start to open due to elec- trical heating. 3-32 – JLG Lift – 3120271...
3. Check Fuel Filter: 2. Check the Spark Plugs for presence of spark. If NOTE: Some JLG machines have a fuel return line between there is no spark at the plugs during cranking: the fuel pump and carburetor, if this return line is a.
NOTE: This check is designed to replace the existing bear- Figure 3-12. Swing Bearing Bolt Feeler Gauge Check ing bolt torque checks on JLG Lifts in service. This check must be performed after the first 50 hours of machine operation and every 600 hours of machine operation thereafter.
ON AN AERIAL LIFT. IT IS HERE THAT THE STRESSES OF LIFT- ING ARE CONCENTRATED, AT THE CENTER OF ROTATION. BECAUSE OF THIS, PROPER MAINTENANCE OF THE SWING BEARING BOLTS IS A MUST FOR SAFE OPERATION. 3120271 – JLG Lift – 3-35...
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2. Apply a layer of Devcon (or equivalent) filler approxi- mately 0.125 inches (0.318 cm) thick on the bearing mounting plate on the frame. 3-36 – JLG Lift – 3120271...
STRUCTURAL LINK BETWEEN THE FRAME AND TURNTABLE, IT from the fore and aft centerline of the turntable). IS IMPERATIVE THAT SUCH REPLACEMENT HARDWARE MEETS JLG SPECIFICATIONS. USE OF GENUINE JLG HARDWARE IS 10. Ensure that all turntable and bearing attachment HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
25. At the ground control station, use the boom lift con- trol to lower the boom to the stowed position. 26. Using all applicable safety precautions, activate the hydraulic system and functionally check the swing system for proper and safe operation. 3120271 – JLG Lift – 3-39...
12. Transfer the 6 in. (15.2 cm) high block to the left front wheel and repeat steps 2 thru 7, substituting the word “right” for “left” in step 5. 13. Perform oscillating axle lockout test. 3-40 – JLG Lift – 3120271...
11. Carefully activate SWING control lever and position boom over left side of machine. 12. With boom over left side of machine, place DRIVE control lever to REVERSE and drive machine off of block and ramp. 3120271 – JLG Lift – 3-41...
3. While the engine is operating, place the three posi- tion LP/Gasoline switch at the ground control station to the center “off” position. Allow the engine to oper- ate, without load, until the engine begins to “stum- ble” from lack of gasoline. 3-42 – JLG Lift – 3120271...
Remove the cotter pins, nuts and bolts securing the chain attach blocks to the clevis bolt assem- bly. Remove the attach blocks. e. Separate the top and bottom clevis bolt assem- bly plates. Remove the clevis bolt from the bot- tom plate. 3120271 – JLG Lift –...
13. Inspect all threaded components for damage such which secure the extension chain and retraction as stretching, thread deformation, or twisting. chains to the block; remove the clevis pin, washers Replace as necessary. and chains from the block. – JLG Lift – 3120271...
10. Slide the fly section into the mid section. Shim the section) as follows: boom, if necessary, for a total of 1/16 inch (.062) a. Align the attaching holes of the chain attach- clearance. ment clevis bolt with those of the extension 3120271 – JLG Lift –...
Properly position the assembled hoses, electri- cal cable, and the harnessing power track onto 12. Adjust the extend and retract chain systems as the base section carrier tube. Carefully feed the required and secure the adjustment locknuts. – JLG Lift – 3120271...
SECTION 4 - BOOM & PLATFORM 13. As necessary, lubricate all points requiring lubrica- JLG Industries, Inc. requires a complete boom disassem- tion. bly, per instructions outlined in Section 4.1, Boom Mainte- nance, every two years. All boom chains and related components (i.e., sheaves, pins, sprockets, wear pads,...
Fatigue and ultimate strength failures on anchors and must be corrected promptly. Do not JLG Lifts are incurred as a result of severe abuse as repair chains; if a section of chain is damaged, design specs are well within the rated lifting capacity replace the entire chain set.
Two conditions must be pitch pitches present; corrosive agent and static stress. ARC-LIKE CRACKED PLATES 2.00 in. (5.08 cm) 14 in. (36 cm) or 7 0.42 in. (1.07 cm) (STRESS CORROSION) pitch pitches 3120271 – JLG Lift –...
5. If used, remove the boom prop from beneath the boom, activate the hydraulic system and run the cyl- inder through one complete cycle to check for leaks. 3120271 – JLG Lift –...
7. If used, remove the lifting device from the upright or remove the prop from below the boom, activate the hydraulic system and run the cylinder through one complete cycle to check for leaks. – JLG Lift – 3120271...
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SECTION 5 - HYDRAULICS Figure 5-2. Boom Positioning and Support - Cylinder Repair 3120271 – JLG Lift –...
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CENTER, WHICH COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE PISTON AND CYLINDER BARREL SURFACES. 8. With the barrel clamped securely, apply pressure to the rod pulling device and carefully withdraw the complete rod assembly from the cylinder barrel. 5-10 – JLG Lift – 3120271...
12. If applicable, inspect the thread ring for scoring or material. Repair as necessary. other damage. Dress the threads or applicable sur- faces as necessary. 3120271 – JLG Lift – 5-11...
NOTE: Prior to cylinder assembly, ensure that the proper cylinder seal kit is used. See your JLG Parts Manual. WHEN REBUILDING THE LIFT, SLAVE LEVEL, TELESCOPE, Apply a light film of hydraulic oil to all components STEER, AND EXTEND-A-REACH SLAVE AND LIFT CYLINDERS, prior to assembly.
NOTE: After torquing piston nut spot drill cylinder rod for port plug. Also plug the extend and retract ports until setscrews. cylinder is installed in boom. 3120271 – JLG Lift – 5-13...
10. Attach a suitable sling to the telescope cylinder. each side of the boom. Note that loctite 242 is Support the cylinder with an overhead crane or required on the capscrew threads. other suitable lifting device. 5-14 – JLG Lift – 3120271...
Lithium Soap Base retaining hardware. Grease (TEXACO CODE 1912 OR EQUIVALENT) prior to assembly. 3. Remove the cylinder port plugs and hydraulic line caps and correctly attach the lines to the cylinder ports. 3120271 – JLG Lift – 5-15...
Lightly tap the end of the plunger with all parts assembled. 9. Extend - A - Reach Valve Pressure and Speed Set- Recheck the air gap. tings are shown in Figure 5-30. 5-16 – JLG Lift – 3120271...
For aid in troubleshooting, refer to It should be noted that there is no substitute for a thor- the illustrated parts manual for hydraulic diagrams of the ough knowledge of the equipment and related systems. various circuits. 3120271 – JLG Lift –...
Repair or replace pump. Restricted or broken hydraulic line or fitting. Clean, repair, or replace line or fitting. Slave cylinder not functioning properly. Repair or replace cylinder. Electrical failure. See proper wiring diagram. Orifice plugged. Clean orifice. – JLG Lift – 3120271...
Determine cause and repair or replace valve. Electrical malfunction. See wiring diagram. Hydraulic system oil low. Replenish oil as necessary. Restricted or broken supply line on valve bank or Clean or replace line. hydraulic pump. 3120271 – JLG Lift –...
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Control valve not functioning properly. Repair or replace valve. Worn seals in lift cylinder. Replace seals. Cylinder not functioning properly. Repair or replace cylinder. Boom drifts down. Worn seals in lift cylinder. Replace seals. – JLG Lift – 3120271...
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Repair or replace control valve. Restricted or broken hydraulic line or fitting. Clean, repair, or replace line or fitting. Pressure setting incorrect. Check pressure/re-adjust as necessary. Telescope cylinder not functioning properly. Repair or replace cylinder. 3120271 – JLG Lift –...
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Repair or replace valve. Foreign object(s) wedged between swing motor Remove object(s), check for damage and repair pinion and swing gear. or replace component(s) as required. Swing control switch not functioning properly. Repair or replace swing control switch. – JLG Lift – 3120271...
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Swing motor not functioning properly. Repair or replace swing control switch. Worn or broken teeth on swing gear or swing Replace gear(s) as required. motor pinion. Restrictor valves(s) plugged. Clean or replace restrictor valve. 3120271 – JLG Lift –...
Valve spool scored. Repair or replace valve. Excessive back pressure caused by restricted Remove line and clear obstruction or replace line return line to reservoir. as necessary. Damaged valve seals. Repair or replace valve as necessary. – JLG Lift – 3120271...
Damaged wiring on speed control switch or high Repair or replace wiring. engine solenoid. Drive controller not functioning properly. Replace controller. Actuator not functioning properly. Repair or replace solenoid. Excessive load on engine. Reduce load. 3120271 – JLG Lift –...
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Machine being moved up too steep a grade. Remove machine from grade and check that drive system operates correctly. Grade too steep. See WARNING Placard on platform for specified grades and sideslopes. Towing valve not closed. Close towing valve. 6-10 – JLG Lift – 3120271...
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Repair or replace motor(s). Circuit breaker open. Determine and correct cause; reset circuit breaker. Counterbalance valve sticking on return side. Adjust return counterbalance out 3 turns - cycle drive - return to original position. 3120271 – JLG Lift – 6-11...
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Damaged wiring on control switch or solenoid See proper wiring diagram. valve. Control switch not functioning properly. Replace switch. Restricted or broken hydraulic line on valve Clean, repair or replace line. bank, hydraulic pump or rotary coupling. (If equipped.) 6-12 – JLG Lift – 3120271...
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Take pressure reading at steer valve and adjust as necessary. Bent cylinder rod. Repair or replace cylinder. Damaged tie rod. Replace tie rod. Crossover relief valve sticking. Repair crossover relief valve. Cylinder packing defective. Repair or replace cylinder. 3120271 – JLG Lift – 6-13...
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Crossover relief valve set too low or not function- Reset, repair or replace valve as required. ing properly. Steer linkages loose. Tighten linkage. Steer wheel toe-in not set properly. Adjust toe-in for 1/4 inch overall. Spindle bushings badly worn. Replace bushings. 6-14 – JLG Lift – 3120271...
Main relief valve set too low. Reset valve as required. Hydraulic system oil low. Replenish oil as necessary. Port relief set too high. Reset valve as required. Restricted or blocked return line. Repair or replace line. 3120271 – JLG Lift – 6-15...
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Determine and correct cause; reset circuit breaker. Engine is running. Shut down engine. Check valve in system leaking. Repair or replace check valve. Battery requires charging or will not hold a Charge or replace battery as required. charge. 6-16 – JLG Lift – 3120271...
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Control switch not functioning properly. Replace switch. Restricted or broken hydraulic line or fitting. Clean, repair or replace line or fitting. Pump motor solenoid not functioning properly. Replace solenoid. Pump motor not functioning properly. Repair or replace motor. 3120271 – JLG Lift – 6-17...
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