Section 5. Operating Procedures
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WARNING
Slack chains mean rail or carriage hang-up. Raise the up-
right before you move. If the upright malfunctions in any
way or becomes stuck in a raised position, operate the lift
control to eliminate any slack chains. Have the truck fi xed
by a trained and authorized mechanic. DO NOT go under
a raised upright or forks to attempt repairs.
Traveling with a Load
Remember, your lift truck is designed to carry loads forward of the
front wheels so that the weight of the load is counter-balanced by the
weight of the truck.
The farther the load is carried from the center of the front wheels, the
lower the load on the rear wheel. Therefore, always carry the load as
close to the front wheels as possible (back and fl ush against the face
of the forks).
The capacity load shown on the nameplate is represented by a cube
in which the weight is evenly distributed, with the center of gravity
located a standard distance from the face of the forks. If the weight of
the actual load to be handled is not evenly distributed, put the heaviest
part closest to the carriage.
Traveling with a Load
Travel with load or carriage as low as possible and tilted back. Never
travel with the load or carriage raised (elevated) in a high position,
except during stacking.
Observe all traffi c regulations and watch for other traffi c, pedestrians,
and safe clearances. Always look in the direction of travel. Keep a clear
view of the path of travel, and when the load blocks your visibility, travel
in reverse with load trailing (except when climbing an incline).
Avoid sudden movements when carrying a load—start, stop, travel,
steer, and brake smoothly. Steer clear of bumps, holes, and loose
materials or debris on the ground. Lift and tilt slowly and smoothly. Go
slowly when turning.
Use special care when handling and traveling with long, high, or wide
loads—to avoid losing the load, striking bystanders or obstructions, or
tipping the truck.
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