Relieve system pressure by cycling the applicable control several times with the engine stopped and ignition on, to direct any line pressure back into the reservoir. Pressure 3120743 – JLG Lift –...
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REVISON LOG March, 1989 - Original Issue October, 1994 - Revised August, 1997 - Revised January, 1999 - Revised Cvr, Intro., - and Pgs. May 1, 2000 -Revised May 1, 2001 -Revised October 1, 2001 -Revised – JLG Lift – 3120743...
Tires - ST225 75R15, Load Range D, 8 Ply Rating, 80 psi (5.5 kg/cm 45 electric - 2.6 mph (4.2 kph). Tires - ST225 75R15, Load Range D, 8 Ply Rating, Foam Filled. (Optional) Tires - 35/40 electric. (March of 1996 to Present) 3120743 – JLG Lift –...
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- 17 ft.,4 in. (5.28 m.). 35/n35 electric - Lift Up - 49 - 59 seconds. 45 electric - 18 ft.,8.0 in. (5.69 m.). 35/n35 electric - Lift Down - 30 - 40 seconds. – JLG Lift – 3120743...
Torque Chart, Figure 1-1, to determine proper torque value. 35/n35 electric - 6 ft., 7.25 in. (2.01 m.). 40/n40 electric - 6 ft., 7.25 in. (2.01 m.). 45 electric - 6 ft., 7.25 in. (2.01 m.). 3120743 – JLG Lift –...
Hydro-Air Valve 4640843. Upper Lift Down Relief - 600 psi (41.37 bar). NOTE: Aside from JLG recommendations, it is not advisable to mix oils of different brands or types, as they may Lower Lift Down Relief - 600 psi (41.37 bar).
21.25 1.50 BATTERIES, FILLED TIRES, PLATFORM) DO NOT MODIFY UNIT IN (76.2) (539.7) (38.1) ANY WAY TO AFFECT STABILITY. Lower Lift Cylinder 3.50 23.1875 2.00 (88.9) (589.0) (50.8) Telescope Cylinder 2.00 1.25 (50.8) (2006.6) (31.8) 3120743 – JLG Lift –...
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In addition, the serial number is stamped on top of the end of the upper boom at the platform, and lower boom at the upright. – JLG Lift – 3120743...
2. At any time when hydraulic oil lines are discon- nected, clear adjacent areas as well as the openings 3120743 – JLG Lift –...
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2. Unless specific torque requirements are given within the text, standard torque values should be used on heat treated bolts, studs and steel nuts, in accor- dance with recommended shop practices (See Fig- ure 1-1). – JLG Lift – 3120743...
Avoid mixing petroleum and syn- tion. Every precaution must be taken to keep thetic base oils. JLG Industries recommends chang- hydraulic oil clean, including reserve oil in storage. ing the hydraulic oil every two years.
Flow control valves in the lift circuits provide for control of the rate of flow when the oil is flowing out of the cap ends of the cylinders (the load is being lowered). An adjusting – JLG Lift – 3120743...
If a direction switch is selected during pump drive, a procedure fault will occur when the function switch is no longer selected, remaining until both directions and the function switch are no longer selected. 3120743 – JLG Lift –...
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5 Flashes - Motor Neither Low Nor High. (Open Circuit) NOTE: Refer to Figure 2-1, Troubleshooting Flow Charts, for This includes direction or pump/traction contac- specific troubleshooting information. tor open circuit, MOSFET open circuit and hard- ware fail-safe trip. – JLG Lift – 3120743...
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At key ON, the LED should illuminate steadily. If switch) the LED illuminates and remains steady, but no - Illegal start up sequence, 2 directions selected, drive can be selected, contact JLG Service Depart- pump selected. ment. - Drive inhibited. - Flashes until fault is cleared.
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- Drive inhibited. Figure 2-1. Sevcon Controller Troubleshooting Flow 7. 6 FLASHES - Drive Hand Controller Fault. Charts. (Sheet 2 of 4). - 3.5-0V Input: Voltage <2.5V on power up. - Voltage >4.5V in drive. – JLG Lift – 3120743...
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- Recycle to neutral to clear flashes. Figure 2-1. Sevcon Controller Troubleshooting Flow Charts. (Sheet 3 of 4). 9. 8 FLASHES - Thermal Cutback, Controller. - Heat sink temperature > 80 degrees C (176 degrees F). 3120743 – JLG Lift –...
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11. 11 FLASHES - Tachometer out of calibrate. - Pin voltage @ MOS90 above 9 volts or below 6 volts when in neutral. Figure 2-1. Sevcon Controller Troubleshooting Flow Charts. (Sheet 4 of 4). 2-10 – JLG Lift – 3120743...
Loosen jam nut on adjustment bolt, turn bolt CW until wear pad is snug to adjacent surface. b. b.After adjustments have been made, tighten the jam nuts on wear pad bolts. Figure 2-2. Location and Thickness of Wear Pads. 3120743 – JLG Lift – 2-11...
HYDRAULIC LINES AND PORTS SHOULD BE CAPPED IMMEDI- ATELY AFTER DISCONNECTING LINES TO AVOID ENTRY OF CONTAMINANTS INTO SYSTEM. b. Using a suitable lifting equipment, adequately support boom link weight along entire length. 2-12 – JLG Lift – 3120743...
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8. Install the platform to the boom and link assembly. 9. Connect all wiring to control console. 10. Using all safety precautions, operate machine sys- tems and extend and retract boom for four or five cycles. 3120743 – JLG Lift – 2-13...
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#1. Using a suitable brass drift and hammer, remove pin #1 from the base boom. e. Remove hardware securing the master cylinder pin #2. Using a suitable brass drift and hammer, remove pin #2 from the base boom. 2-14 – JLG Lift – 3120743...
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4. Using a suitable lifting device, remove fly boom from boom section. boom section. 5. Remove hydraulic lines and electrical cables from powertrack. 6. Remove hardware securing powertrack to the base boom section. Remove powertrack. 3120743 – JLG Lift – 2-15...
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10. Shut down machine systems and check for leakage. 10. Secure the sling and lifting device at the telescope cylinder’s approximate center of gravity, and lift the cylinder to the aft end of the boom assembly. 2-16 – JLG Lift – 3120743...
OPERATE ALL FUNCTIONS FROM GROUND CONTROL STATION ONLY. OPERATE ALL FUNCTIONS FROM GROUND CONTROL STATION 1. Using all applicable safety precautions, activate ONLY. hydraulic system. 1. Using all applicable safety precautions, activate hydraulic system. 3120743 – JLG Lift – 2-17...
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7. Remove boom prop/overhead crane, activate hydraulic system and run cylinder through complete cycle to check for leaks and operation. 2-18 – JLG Lift – 3120743...
5. Using a suitable chain wrench, loosen the cylinder head retainer, if applicable, and/or cylinder head gland, and remove from cylinder barrel. Figure 2-13. Removal of Set Screws. NOTE: Steer cylinder has cylinder head retainer at both ends. Remove both retainers. 2-22 – JLG Lift – 3120743...
Repair as necessary. Assembly. NOTE: Prior to cylinder assembly, ensure that the proper cylinder seal kit is used. See your JLG Parts Manual. Apply a light film of hydraulic oil to all components Figure 2-15. Removal of Piston Seals.
Table 2-1.). 6. Using suitable protection, clamp the cylinder rod in NOTE: Step (12) applies to 35/n35/40/n40/45 electric Tele- a vise or similar holding fixture as close to the piston scope Cylinder. as possible. 2-24 – JLG Lift – 3120743...
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THE MACHINE, EXTREME CARE SHOULD BE USED TO INSURE THAT THE OUTER END OF THE ROD IS SUPPORTED. USE EITHER A TRAVELING OVERHEAD HOIST, FORKLIFT, OR OTHER MEANS TO SUPPORT THE OVERHANGING WEIGHT OF THE EXTENDING ROD. 3120743 – JLG Lift – 2-25...
#1 through the aligned holes. Secure the pin in place with pin retaining hardware. 5. Cycle cylinder completely to check for proper func- tioning. Place boom in stowed position. Check hydraulic fluid level and adjust accordingly. 2-28 – JLG Lift – 3120743...
5. Remove boom prop and overhead crane. Take the suitable work area. lift cylinder through one complete cycle to assure correct functioning. Place boom in stowed position. Check hydraulic fluid and adjust accordingly. Figure 2-25. Mid Boom Lift Cylinder Removal. 3120743 – JLG Lift – 2-29...
#6 to the boom. Using an appropriate brass Check hydraulic fluid and adjust accordingly. drift, drive out the cylinder barrel pin #6. 6. Carefully remove cylinder from boom. Place in a suitable work area. Figure 2-26. Lower Boom Lift Cylinder Removal. 2-30 – JLG Lift – 3120743...
9. Using all applicable safety precautions, operate the boom functions. Check for correct operation and hydraulic leaks. Secure as necessary. 10. Check fluid level of hydraulic tank and add as neces- sary. 3120743 – JLG Lift – 2-31...
4. Adjust Lower Lift Relief to 725 psi (49.99 bar). Swing Relief. 1. With pressure gauge at “G” port on 4640725 valve, activate and bottom out Swing function in either direction. 2. Adjust Swing Relief to 1000 psi (68.95 bar). 2-32 – JLG Lift – 3120743...
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1. With pressure gauge at “G” port on 4640843 valve, activate and bottom out Telescope In. activate and bottom out Platform Level Up. 2. Adjust Telescope In Relief to 2150 psi (148.25 bar). 2. Adjust Platform Level Up Relief to 2500 (172.37 bar). 3120743 – JLG Lift – 2-33...
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3. Shut down hydraulic system and remove pressure gauge. 1. With pressure gauge at “G” port on 4640797 valve, activate and bottom out Platform Level Down. 2. Adjust Platform Level Down Relief to 1200 psi (82.74 bar). 2-34 – JLG Lift – 3120743...
Turntable Bearing Mounting Bolt Condition Check. NOTE: This check is designed to replace the existing bear- ing bolt torque checks on JLG Lifts in service. This check must be performed after the first 50 hours of machine operation and every 600 hours of machine operation thereafter.
Upper Boom fully elevated and the Lower Boom horizontal, (See Figure 2-31 b.) using a magnetic base dial indicator, measure and record the distance between the swing bearing and turn- table (See Figure 2-32). 2-40 – JLG Lift – 3120743...
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This will aid in aligning the bear- JLG INDUSTRIES RECOMMENDS THAT ALL REMOVED GRADE 8 ing upon installation. Remove bolts, nuts and BEARING NUTS AND BOLTS BE DISCARDED AND REPLACED washers which attach the turntable to the bear- WITH NEW NUTS AND BOLTS.
2. Loctite - 240 ft. lbs. (326 Nm). 6. Recheck end play. Checking Worm Gear End Play. NOTE: JLG Industries requires that a annual inspection be performed on the worm gear end play. 1. Using a dial indicator, measure end play of worm gear, by applying side to side movement by hand to platform.
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7. Remove the retaining ring (9) from the spindle (1) be replaced. and discard. 8. Remove thrust washer (8) from the spindle (1). 9. The spindle (1) may now be pressed out of the housing (7). 3120743 – JLG Lift – 2-43...
(7), usually 90 degrees to NOTE: It is essential when replacing plates (5, 6, 7) that one another, locate the four counterbore holes in spacers (8) are also replaced. housing (7), marked in step (3) and install four 3120743 – JLG Lift – 2-45...
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12. The brake can be adjusted for friction plate wear by towards mounting plate (4). removing spacers (8) and machining them to main- tain the correct air gap. Length of all three spacers should be within 0.001 in. (0.025 mm). 2-46 – JLG Lift – 3120743...
8. To test, cycle the lower lift function 3-4 times to see if Figure 2-39. Synchronizing Valve. both cylinders stop at the same time when fully extended. Figure 2-38. Port "P" Location. Figure 2-40. Upright Leveling. 2-48 – JLG Lift – 3120743...
NOTE: This machine requires periodic safety and mainte- these drains, trapping water inside the axle box. Periodi- nance inspections by a JLG Dealer. A decal located cally check and open drains with compressed air, or on the turntable affords a place to record (stamp) remove and clean them if necessary.
For aid in troubleshooting, refer to the Illustrated Parts Manual for hydraulic diagrams of the various circuits. 3120743 – JLG Lift –...
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Repair or replace valve. No electric to control valve. See proper wiring diagram. Run systems test Slave cylinder not functioning properly. Repair or replace pump. Main proportional valve in-operative Run systems test Incorrect personality settings check settings – JLG Lift – 3120743...
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Slave cylinder not functioning properly. Repair or replace cylinder. Electrical failure. See proper wiring diagram. Run systems test Orifice plugged. Clean orifice. Platform will not adjust “down” to level. See: Platform will not adjust “up” to level. 3120743 – JLG Lift –...
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Valve spool scored. necessary. Excessive back pressure caused by restricted Remove line and clear obstruction or replace return line to reservoir. line as necessary. Remove valve and repair or replace as Damaged valve seals. necessary. – JLG Lift – 3120743...
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Bypass valve (dump) not functioning. Repair or replace valve. Boom will not lower. See: Boom will not raise. Pressure relief valve not functioning properly. Re-adjust or replace valve. Holding valve not functioning properly. Re-adjust or replace valve. 3120743 – JLG Lift –...
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Repair or replace control valve. Restricted or broken hydraulic line or fitting. Clean, repair, or replace line or fitting. Pressure setting incorrect. Check pressure/ re-adjust as nessary. Telescope cylinder not functioning properly. Repair or replace cylinder. – JLG Lift – 3120743...
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Repair or replace valve. Foreign object(s) wedged between swing motor Remove object(s), check for damage and repair pinion and swing gear. or replace component(s) as required. Swing joystick not functioning properly. Repair or replace swing control switch. 3120743 – JLG Lift –...
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Swing motor not functioning properly. Repair or replace swing control switch. Worn or broken teeth on swing gear or swing Replace gear(s) as required. motor pinion. Restrictor valve plugged. Clean or replace restrictor valve. – JLG Lift – 3120743...
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Repair or replace valve as necessary. Is the main relief valve, of the brake / steer valve set Check settings. too low? Is the pressure filter, of the brake / steer valve Check filter. clogged? 3120743 – JLG Lift –...
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Machine will not travel in reverse. Motor controller REVERSE contactor defective. Repair or replace contactor. Run system test. See: Machine will not travel forward. Drive system very jerky. Sevcon controller defective. Check flash code 3-10 – JLG Lift – 3120743...
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Repair or replace valve. Control switch not functioning properly. Replace switch. Relief valve improperly set or not functioning Reset, repair or repolace valves as required. properly. Steer cylinder not functioning properly. Repair or replace cylinder. 3120743 – JLG Lift – 3-11...
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Take pressure reading at steer valve and adjust as necessary. Bent cylinder rod. Repair or replace cylinder. C rossover relief valve sticking. Repair crossover relief valve. Damaged tie rod. Replace tie rod. Cylinder packing defective. Repair or replace cylinder. 3-12 – JLG Lift – 3120743...
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Repair or replace line. Pump not delivering oil. Restricted suction line. Clean, repair, or replace line. Air entering system through broken line or fitting. Repair or replace line or fitting. Defective motor/pump. Repair or replace motor. 3120743 – JLG Lift – 3-13...
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Drain system and replace with recommended oil. (Refer to Hydraulic Oils.) System(s) operate erratically. Sticking or binding valve spools, pistons. Clean, repair, or replace components as required. Hydraulic oil not at operating temperature. Allow oil sufficient time to warm up. 3-14 – JLG Lift – 3120743...
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Charge or replace batteries as necessary. Motor controller contactors not functioning prop- Repair or replace contactor. erly. Motor/pump not functioning properly. Repair or replace motor/pump. Motor controller malfunctioning. See REMEDY column. Refer to Section 8 for malfunction codes. 3120743 – JLG Lift – 3-15...
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