Transporting loads
© BT 237077-040
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Transporting loads
The weight of the load should be within the truck’s permitted lift-
ing capacity. See the truck’s identification plate.
WARNING!
Risk of overturning.
The lifting capacity is reduced if additional equipment is
attached to the truck.
Always check the truck’s overall lifting capacity.
• Only handle loads that are stable and arranged safely. Take
particular care when handling high and long loads.
• Always drive with the forks in the transporting position, except
when depositing or collecting a load.
WARNING!
Lost stability.
High loads can fall when cornering at high speed.
Drive slowly and carefully when cornering.
WARNING!
Protruding loads.
The load can collide with personnel, fixed or moving objects.
A truck with a protruding load requires more room when cor-
nering.
• Drive the truck with the load trailing, when the load impairs
the line of vision.
• If necessary, when the operator’s vision is impaired, ask
someone to direct operations so that transportation can take
place without the risk of causing personal injury or material
damage.
• Drive the truck at a reduced speed when driving on inclines.
Always drive with the load uppermost on the incline. Drive
straight up and down the incline. It is not permitted to turn the
truck on an incline.
WARNING!
Risk of overturning.
A loaded truck can overturn when attempting to turn on an
incline.
Never turn a loaded truck on an incline.
WARNING
Increased braking distance.
The braking distance is increased when travelling downhill.
Drive at a reduced speed, use the truck’s motor brake.
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