Big Joe Joey J1 Series, Operator'S Manual

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BEFORE OPERATION
Table 1 covers important inspection
points on vehicles which should be
checked prior to operation. Depending
on use, some vehicles may require
additional checks.
Figure 3 shows a sample format for
an Operator Checklist, which can be
modified as necessary to fit your oper-
ation.
Periodic maintenance of this
vehicle by a
QUALIFIED SER-
VICE TECHNICIAN is required.
A QUALIFIED SERVICE TECH-
NICIAN should check the vehi-
cle regularly during preventive
maintenance for proper lubrica-
tion, proper fluid levels, brake
maintenance, motor mainte-
nance and other areas specified
in the parts and service manual
maintenance section.
If the vehicle is found to be unsafe
and in need of repair, or contrib-
utes to an unsafe condition,
report it immediately to the des-
ignated authority. Do not operate
it until it has been restored to a
safe operating condition. Do not
make any unauthorized repairs
or adjustments. All service must
be performed by a
QUALIFIED
SERVICE TECHNICIAN using
Big Joe OEM parts.
PREPARING FOR OPERATION
Preparing the vehicle for operation
after delivery or transport:
1. Check that the equipment is com-
plete.
2. Check the hydraulic oil level.
Refer to
page 22 .
3. Install the battery if necessary.
4. Charge the batteries. Refer to
page 21 .
5. Visually inspect the entire vehi-
cle for obvious damage.
DURING INITIAL USE
Operating the vehicle with no load or
under light load conditions for initial
use is recommended. A light load is
30 to 50% of the rated load. During
the first 100 hours of operation
observe the following:
1. Prevent the new battery from
over-discharging.
2. Perform preventive maintenance
services carefully and completely.
3. Avoid sudden stops, starts or
turns.
4. Perform oil changes and lubrica-
tion earlier than specified.
WARNING:
WARNING:
WARNING: