JLG E450AJ, Operation And Safety Manual

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SECTION 4 - MACHINE OPERATION
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4-9
Traveling on a Grade
When traveling a grade, maximum braking and traction are obtained
with the boom stowed, in position over the rear (drive) axle, and in
line with the direction of travel. Drive the machine forward when
climbing a grade, and in reverse when descending a grade. Do not
exceed the machine's maximum rated gradability.
IF THE BOOM IS OVER THE FRONT (STEER) AXLE, DIRECTION OF STEER AND DRIVE
MOVEMENT WILL BE OPPOSITE FROM THE MOVEMENT OF THE CONTROLS.
4.5 STEERING
Depress footswitch, position thumb switch on
Drive/Steer controller to Right for steering right, or
to Left for steering left.
4.6 PLATFORM
Loading From Ground Level
1.
Position chassis on a smooth, firm and level surface.
2. If total load (personnel, tools and supplies) is 500 lb (227 kg
for ANSI markets and 230 kg for CE and Australia markets) or
less, distribute load uniformly on platform floor and proceed
to work position.
Loading From Positions Above Ground Level
Before loading weight to platform above ground level:
1. Determine what the total weight will be after additional
weight is loaded (personnel, tools and supplies).
2. If total weight in platform will be 500 lb (227 kg for ANSI
markets and 230 kg for CE and Australia markets) or less,
proceed with adding weight.
Figure 4-4. Traveling on a Grade