JLG 2505H, Operation Manual

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Section 3 - Controls and Indicators
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Loader Joystick Pattern
The joystick ( 1 ) controls the boom, attachment tilt and auxiliary hydraulic functions.
Boom Functions
• Move the joystick back to lift boom; move joystick forward to lower boom
• Extend/retract is enabled by the left button ( 2 ). While depressing button move
joystick right to extend boom; move joystick left to retract boom.
• The speed of boom functions depends upon the amount of joystick travel in
corresponding direction. Increasing engine speed will also increase function speed.
• For two simultaneous boom functions, move the joystick between quadrants. For
example; moving the joystick forward and to the left will lower boom and tilt
attachment up simultaneously.
Attachment Function
Tilt control is enabled by the joystick.
• Move joystick right to tilt down; move joystick left to tilt up.
Auxiliary Hydraulic Functions
The right button ( 3 ) enables function of attachments that require hydraulic supply for
operation. See Section 5 - Attachments and Hitches for approved attachments and
control instructions.
WARNING
TIP OVER/CRUSH HAZARD. Rapid, jerky operation of controls will cause rapid, jerky
movement of the load. Such movements could cause the load to shift or fall or could
cause the machine to tip over.
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