Operation
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Warning
A lateral tip-over can occur if the truck is improperly operated. Slow down
before turning! Failure to slow down can cause serious injury or death.
Warning
When stopping, stay inside the operator’s cabin until the truck comes to a
complete stop. Failure to stay inside the cabin can result in serious injury or
death.
To Move Off:
Start the engine as described in section 5.9.
Raise the forks to approximately 100mm (4˝) off the ground and tilt the mast back.
This is the recommended travelling position.
Select the desired direction with the four-way direction switch.
Wait for the wheels to reposition if necessary.
Press the inch brake pedal fully.
Look all around carefully to make sure the way is clear.
Release the park brake and hold the steering knob with the left hand.
Sound the horn.
Look in the intended direction of travel.
Press the accelerator pedal lightly to increase the engine speed a little.
Slowly release the inch brake pedal.
As the truck starts to move, gradually press the accelerator pedal until the truck
is moving at the desired speed.
5.12 Turning
Slow down. Even if the forklift is not carrying a load it can tip-over if you turn at
high speed.
Sound the horn as you reach an intersection to warn pedestrians and other
equipment operators you are approaching the intersection.
Always follow the rules of the road and yield to other equipment operators and
pedestrians as required.
5.13 Stopping
Note
The truck has a maximum ground speed of 14km/h (8.7mph). Always adhere
to all speed limits for the area in which the truck is operating.
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