JLG ES series scissor lifts (1930ES, 2030ES, 2630ES, 2646ES, 3246ES)
JLG error code 255 — PLATFORM OVERLOADED
Message on the display: PLATFORM OVERLOADED
Code 255 occurs in machines: JLG ES series, 1932RS, 6RS, 3248RS, 10RS, 4045R, R4045.
blocking fault
The load sensing system measured platform load is excessive.
Description from the JLG service manual, in the original wording.
Possible causes
The manual does not list the causes for this code: the service technician establishes them during diagnosis of the machine.
Checks from the manual
- Remove excess weight from the platform.
- Check that the platform is not caught on something, preventing up or down movement.
- If any CAN bus faults are active, troubleshoot those first.
- Refer to Section 2.3: Troubleshooting in the LSS manual, 3124288.
What service does
A qualified service technician reads the code with the manufacturer's diagnostic tools, finds the cause, clears the code and carries out a function test.
Source: JLG Service and Maintenance Manual, ES series (Diagnostic Trouble Codes section).
The descriptions are quoted from the manufacturer's service documentation and are for guidance only. Clearing codes, calibrations and repairs are carried out by a qualified service technician according to the manual for the specific serial number. A machine with an active blocking code must not be used until the cause has been removed.
Does code 255 not go away?
RK Rental services JLG lifts at our workshop or on site at the customer's premises (construction site, factory, warehouse). We read the code, remove the cause and select the parts by serial number.
Neighbouring JLG codes
- 252ELEV ANGLE SENSOR HAS NOT BEEN CALIBRATED
- 253DRIVE PREVENTED - CHARGER CONNECTED
- 254DRIVE & LIFT UP PREVENTED - CHARGER CONNECTED
- 256DRIVE PREVENTED - POTHOLE NOT ENGAGED
- 257ELEV PROX PERMANENTLY CLOSED - CHECK PROX AND ANGLE ADJUSTMENT
- 258DRIVE & LIFT PREVENTED - BRAKES ELECTRICALLY RELEASED FOR TOWING