JLG 15MSP Series, Operation And Safety Manual

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SECTION 3 - MACHINE CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND OPERATION
3121230 – JLG Lift – 3-33
Machine Tie-Down
With machine in position to be tied down and brakes engaged,
use the following guidelines for restraining the machine during
transport.
USE OF EXCESSIVE FORCE WHEN SECURING MACHINE (DRIVE WHEEL LOAD),
CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE MACHINES DRIVE WHEEL COMPONENTS.
1. Secure machine with an adequate chain attached
through the tie down loops located at the front and
rear of machine.
(See Figure 3-6.)
2. The chain should be securely tightened with a force of
approximately 100 lb. applied two feet from the pivot
handle.
Crane Hook Accessory (Option)
The crane hook accessory provides an attachment point for a
lifting device to lift the machine. The lifting device must be
capable of handling the gross weight of the machine, see the
machine specifications Section 5 of this manual.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO USE THE CRANE HOOK ACCESSORY AS AN ATTACH POINT
TO LIFT ITEMS WITH THE MAST ASSEMBLY. THIS WILL RESULT IN DAMAGE TO
THE MAST AND POSSIBLE MACHINE TIPPING.
Figure 3-5. Crane Hook Accessory
1. Crane Hook Attachment 2. Back of Mast
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