JLG T500J User Manual (English)

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Questions and Answers:

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Nicole WalkerAug 18, 2025
Why is the braking effect insufficient on my JLG Lifting Systems?
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  Joshua HillAug 18, 2025
  If you experience insufficient braking effect with your JLG Lifting Systems, several factors could be responsible. Excessive backlash in the brake system, brake linings that are glazed, oily, or damaged, a jammed or deformed brake linkage, or rusty or kinked brake Bowden cables all require servicing at a qualified workshop. If the brake linings are not yet run in, actuate the hand-brake lever slightly and drive for 1-2 miles (2-3 km). Also, ensure the overrunning hitch isn't hard to operate; if it is, grease it.
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Ashley CollinsAug 21, 2025
Why do the wheel brakes get hot on my JLG Lifting Systems?
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  Dr. Ashley CallahanAug 21, 2025
  If the wheel brakes of your JLG Lifting Systems are getting hot, it could be due to several reasons. The brake system may be incorrectly set, the wheel brakes may be dirty, the reversing lever of the overrunning hitch could be jammed, or the spring type actuator may be pre-loaded. All these issues require servicing at a qualified workshop. Another cause could be that the handbrake lever is not fully released; ensure it is set to the zero position.
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lambertnormaAug 25, 2025
Why is the braking action of the handbrake insufficient on my JLG Lifting Systems?
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  Nicholas MedinaAug 25, 2025
  If the braking action of the handbrake is insufficient on your JLG Lifting Systems, it could be due to an incorrect setting that requires servicing at a qualified workshop. Also, actuate the handbrake lever as far as possible.
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Marcus WalkerAug 28, 2025
What to do if the brake reacts by jerks on my JLG Lifting Systems?
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  matthew56Aug 28, 2025
  If the brake of your JLG Lifting Systems reacts by jerks, it may be caused by excessive backlash in the brake system, a defective shock absorber of the overrunning hitch, or a backmat brake shoe jammed in the brake shoe holder. It is suggested to service at qualified workshop.
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Heather PhillipsAug 31, 2025
Why is reverse driving hard to accomplish on my JLG Lifting Systems?
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  scampbellAug 31, 2025
  If reverse driving is hard to accomplish or even impossible with your JLG Lifting Systems, it could be due to a brake system adjusted too tightly or pre-loaded Bowden cables. It is suggested to service at qualified workshop.
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Sharon SkinnerSep 4, 2025
What to do if the trailer is already braked when the accelerator pedal is released on my JLG Lifting Systems?
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  Lauren AtkinsonSep 4, 2025
  If the trailer is already braked when the accelerator pedal is released on your JLG Lifting Systems, it might be because the shock absorber of the overrunning hitch is defective. It is suggested to service at qualified workshop.
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Michael PerrySep 7, 2025
Why ball coupling does not rest on ball on my JLG Lifting Systems?
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  Courtney NielsenSep 7, 2025
  If the ball coupling of your JLG Lifting Systems does not rest on the ball, it could be due to a dirty coupling interior. Clean and grease it properly. Alternatively, the ball of the towing vehicle might be too big. Check the ball diameter; according to DIN 74058, it must not exceed 50 mm when new and should be Ø 49.5 mm. If it decreases to less than 49.0 mm, replace the ball, ensuring it is perfectly spherical.
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karen75Sep 12, 2025
What to do if the trailer is braked unilaterally on my JLG Lifting Systems?
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  Joseph MorrisSep 12, 2025
  If your JLG Lifting Systems trailer is braked unilaterally, it indicates that the wheel brakes are actuated unilaterally. It is suggested to service at qualified workshop.

JLG T500J Specifications

General

Platform Capacity	500 lbs
Platform Rotation	180 degrees
Vertical Jib Rotation	130 degrees
Platform Height	50 ft / 15.24 m
Working Height	56 ft
Stowed Height	6 ft 6 in
Stowed Length	22.17 ft / 6.76 m
Jib Length	4 ft / 1.22 m
Ground Clearance	1 ft
Machine Height	6 ft 6 in
Machine Length	22.17 ft / 6.76 m
Hydraulic Tank Capacity	6 gallons
Platform Width	4 ft / 1.22 m
Stowed Width	5 ft 6 in
Machine Width	5 ft 6 in