SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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• DO NOT use your hand to check for
leaks. Use a piece of cardboard or paper
to search for leaks. Wear gloves to help
protect hands from spraying fluid.
• Use only replacement parts or components that are approved
by JLG. To be considered approved, replacement parts or com
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ponents must be identical or equivalent to original parts or
components.
• Never attempt to move heavy parts without the aid of a
mechanical device. Do not allow heavy objects to rest in an
unstable position. Ensure adequate support is provided when
raising components of the machine.
• Do not use machine as a ground for welding.
• When performing welding or metal cutting operations, pre
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cautions must be taken to protect the chassis from direct
exposure to weld and metal cutting spatter.
• Do not refuel the machine with the engine running.
• Use only approved non-flammable cleaning solvents.
• Do not replace items critical to stability, such as batteries or
solid tires, with items of different weight or specification. Do
not modify the MEWP in any way to affect stability.
• Refer to the Service and Maintenance Manual for the weights
of critical stability items.
MODIFICATION OR ALTERATION OF A MEWP SHALL BE MADE ONLY WITH PRIOR WRIT
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TEN PERMISSION FROM THE MANUFACTURER.
Battery Hazards
• Always disconnect batteries when servicing electrical compo
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nents or when performing welding on the machine.
• Do not allow smoking, open flame, or sparks near battery
during charging or servicing.
• Do not contact tools or other metal objects across the battery
terminals.
• Always wear hand, eye, and face protection when servicing
batteries. Ensure that battery acid does not come in contact
with skin or clothing.
BATTERY FLUID IS HIGHLY CORROSIVE. AVOID CONTACT WITH SKIN AND CLOTHING AT
ALL TIMES. IMMEDIATELY RINSE ANY CONTACTED AREA WITH CLEAN WATER AND
SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION.
• Charge batteries only in a well ventilated area.
• Avoid overfilling the battery fluid level. Add distilled water to
batteries only after the batteries are fully charged.
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