Safety Section
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Make sure the lift truck horn, lights, backup alarm (if
equipped) and all other devices are working properly.
Check for proper operation of mast and attachments.
Pay particular attention to unusual noises or erratic
movement which might indicate a problem.
Make sure service and parking brakes, steering, and
directional controls are operational.
Make sure all personnel are clear of lift truck and
travel path.
Refer to the topic "Lift Truck Operation" in the
"Operation Section" of this manual for specific
starting instructions.
Starting the Lift Truck
Do not start the engine or move any of the controls if
there is a "DO NOT OPERATE" or similar warning
tag attached to the start switch or controls.
Before Operating the Lift Truck
Test brakes, steering controls, horn and other
devices for proper operation. Report any faulty
performance. Do not operate lift truck until repaired.
Learn how your lift truck operates. Know its safety
devices. Know how the attachments work. Before
moving the lift truck, look around. Start, turn and
brake smoothly.
An operator must constantly observe his lift truck for
proper operation.
Operating the Lift Truck
Always keep the lift truck under control.
Obey all traffic rules and warning signs.
Never leave the lift truck with turning the key switch
on, or with the parking brake disengaged.
Operate the engine only in a well ventilated area.
Lower the mast, with or without load, before turning
or traveling. Tip over could result. Watch out for
overhead obstructions.
Always observe floor load limits and overhead
clearance.
Start, turn, and brake smoothly. Slow down for turns,
grades, slippery or uneven surfaces.
Use special care when operating on grades. Do not
angle across or turn on grades. Do not use a lift
truck on slippery grades. Travel with forks
downgrade when unloaded. Travel with load
upgrade.
Do not overload, or handle offset, unstable, or
loosely stacked loads. Refer to load capacity plate
on the lift truck. Use extreme caution when handling
suspended, long, high or wide load.
Tilt an elevated load forward only when directly over
unloading area and with load as low as possible.
Do not stunt ride or indulge in horseplay.
Always look and keep a clear view of the path of
travel.
Travel in reverse if load or attachment obstructs
visibility. Use extreme caution if visibility is
obstructed.
Stay in designated travel path, clear of dock edges,
ditches, other drop-offs and surfaces which cannot
safely support the lift truck.
Slow down and use extra care through doorways,
intersections and other location where visibility is
reduced.
Slow down for cross aisles, turns, ramps, dips,
uneven or slippery surfaces and in congested areas
and avoid pedestrians, other vehicles, obstruction,
pot holes and other hazards or objects in the path of
travel.
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