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JLG GRADALL 544D User Manual

JLG GRADALL 544D
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JLG GRADALL 544D Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandJLG
ModelGRADALL 544D
CategoryBoom Lifts
LanguageEnglish

Summary

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE

OTHER NOTICES

REVISIONS

INTRODUCTION

Operator Qualifications

Requirements for operators, including physical, mental, and training qualifications.

Related Manuals & Decals

Lists other essential documents and identification plates for the machine.

Serial Number Location

Describes where to find the machine's model and serial number plates.

SAFETY HIGHLIGHTS

Safety Precautions

Key safety measures and warnings to prevent accidents and injuries.

DECALS

INSIDE THE CAB

Safety and instructional decals located within the operator's cab.

OUTSIDE THE CAB

Safety and instructional decals located outside the operator's cab.

OPERATOR'S CAB

Control and Instrument Identification

Identifies and explains the various controls and instruments within the operator's cab.

CHECKS & SERVICES BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

WARM-UP & OPERATIONAL CHECKS

ENGINE OPERATION

Starting the Engine

Step-by-step instructions for starting the engine safely and correctly.

Cold-Weather Starting Aids

Procedures and considerations for starting the engine in cold conditions.

Battery-Boosted Starting

Guidelines for safely jump-starting the handler's battery.

BRAKE SYSTEM

Inching Travel

Explains the function and operation of the inching travel control.

Service Brakes

Details on how the service brakes operate and are applied.

Parking Brakes

Describes the function and engagement/disengagement of the parking brake.

PARKING THE HANDLER

Precautions

Important safety considerations before parking the handler.

Parking Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for correctly parking the material handler.

STEERING SYSTEM

DRIVE TRAIN

General

Introduction to the hydrostatic drive system and its components.

Operation

Explains normal travel, inching, and four-wheel drive operation modes.

Traction-Lock Switch

Details the function and operation of the traction-lock system.

LEVELING THE HANDLER

Leveling Handler Frame

Describes the mechanism and procedure for leveling the handler's frame.

Two Ways to Level Handler

Outlines the two methods for leveling the handler: surface leveling and frame leveling.

OPERATING PROCEDURE & TECHNIQUES

Hydraulic Controls

Explains the operation of hydraulic controls for boom and attachment movements, including feathering.

Boom Control Joystick

Details the functions and operation of the boom control joystick.

Carriage Tilt Controls

Explains how to operate the carriage tilt controls for various attachments.

Rated Capacity Chart

Chart Reading Elements

Covers elevation, boom extension, boom angle, load center, and load limits as depicted on charts.

Items needed to Use a Capacity Chart

How to read a Capacity Chart

ATTACHMENTS

Attachment Approval & Capacities

Covers approved/non-approved attachments and capacity determination for various types.

Attachment Installation

Attachment Operation

Fork Positioner

Light Material Bucket

Mast

Swing Forks

Slope Piler Carriage

Boom Head-Mounted Winch

Truss Boom & Truss Boom with Winch

Swing Mast

Personnel Work Platform

LOADING & SECURING FOR TRANSPORT

Loading & Securing Handler For Transport

Procedures for safely loading and securing the handler for transportation.

MOVING HANDLER IN EMERGENCY

MOVING SHORT DISTANCES

Guidance for moving the handler over short distances without power.

MOVING LONGER DISTANCES

Instructions for moving the handler over longer distances, including trailer transport.

TO ACTIVATE TOW BYPASS

Steps to engage the tow bypass system for moving the handler.

TO RELEASE PARKING BRAKE MERITOR AXLE

TO RESTORE PARKING BRAKE

CARRARO AXLE

TO RESTORE PARKING BRAKE

Steps to restore parking brake functionality after it has been released.

MAINTENANCE

NOMENCLATURE

Identifies key components and parts of the handler through diagrams.

LUBRICATION & ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS & CAPACITIES

TORQUE CHART

Provides torque specifications for various fasteners and components for maintenance.

BOOM

CHECKING & ADJUSTING BOOM CHAINS

Procedure for inspecting and adjusting the boom chains for proper operation.

STABILIZER

Information on the function, use, and precautions related to the handler's stabilizers.

INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE LOG

HAND SIGNALS

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