Oshkosh JLG 520AJ, Operation And Safety Manual

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SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
3121664 – JLG Lift – 1-3
Machine Inspection
• Do not operate this machine until the inspections and func-
tional checks as specified in Section 2 of this manual have
been performed.
• Do not operate this machine until it has been serviced and
maintained according to the maintenance and inspection
requirements as specified in the machine’s Service and Main-
tenance Manual.
• Ensure all safety devices are operating properly. Modification
of these devices is a safety violation.
MODIFICATION OR ALTERATION OF AN AERIAL WORK PLATFORM SHALL BE MADE
ONLY WITH PRIOR WRITTEN PERMISSION FROM THE MANUFACTURER.
• Do not operate any machine on which the safety or instruction
placards or decals are missing or illegible.
• Check the machine for modifications to original components.
Ensure that any modifications have been approved by JLG.
• Avoid accumulation of debris on platform floor. Keep mud, oil,
grease, and other slippery substances from footwear and plat-
form floor.
1.3 OPERATION
General
• Machine operation requires your full attention. Bring the
machine to a full stop before using any device, i.e. cell phones,
two-way radios, etc. that will distract your attention from
safely operating the machine.
• Do not use the machine for any purpose other than position-
ing personnel, their tools, and equipment.
• Before operation, the user must be familiar with the machine
capabilities and operating characteristics of all functions.
• Never operate a malfunctioning machine. If a malfunction
occurs, shut down the machine. Remove the unit from service
and notify the proper authorities.
• Do not remove, modify, or disable any safety devices.
• Never slam a control switch or lever through neutral to an
opposite direction. Always return switch to neutral and stop
before moving the switch to the next function. Operate con-
trols with slow and even pressure.
• Do not allow personnel to tamper with or operate the
machine from the ground with personnel in the platform,
except in an emergency.