Safety Section
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Always use overhead guards except where
operation conditions do not permit. Do not operate
lift truck in high stacking areas without overhead
guards.
When stacking, watch for falling objects. Use load
backrest extension and overhead guard.
Refer to the topic "Operation Techniques" in the
"Operation Section" of this manual.
Loading or Unloading Trucks/Trailers
Do not operate lift trucks on trucks or trailers which
are not designed or intended for that purpose. Be
certain truck or trailer brakes are applied and wheel
chocks in place (or be certain unit is locked to the
loading dock) before entering onto trucks or trailers.
If trailer is not coupled to tractor, make sure the
trailer landing gear is properly secured in place. On
some trailers, extra supports may be needed to
prevent upending or corner dipping.
Be certain dock plates are in good condition and
properly placed and secured. Do not exceed the
rated capacity of dock boards or bridge plates.
Lift Truck Parking
When leaving the operator station, park the lift truck
in authorized areas only. Do not block traffic.
Park the lift truck level, with the forks lowered
and the mast tilted forward until the fork tips touch
the floor.
Move the directional control forward/reverse
switch to NEUTRAL.
The parking brake is automatically engaged with
a “clunk” after the vehicle stops.
When the parking brake has been engaged, turn
the key switch to OFF and pull it out.
Turn the disconnect switch to OFF (if equipped).
Block the drive wheels when parking on an
incline.
Maintenance Information
Perform all maintenance unless otherwise specified
as follows :
Park the lift truck in authorized areas only.
Park the lift truck level, with the forks lowered
and the mast tilted forward until the fork tips touch
the floor.
Set the directional control forward/reverse
switch to NEUTRAL position.
Check the parking brake lamp to verify
engagement of the parking brake.
Remove the start switch key and turn the
disconnect switch OFF (if equipped).
Block the drive wheels when parking on an
incline.
Pressure Air
Pressure air can cause personal injury. When using
pressure air for cleaning, wear a protective face
shield, protective clothing and protective shoes.
The maximum air pressure must be below 205 kPa
(30 psi) for cleaning purposes.
Fluid Penetration
Always use a board or cardboard when checking for
a leak. Escaping fluid under pressure, even a
pinhole size leak, can penetrate body tissue,
causing serious injury, and possible death. If fluid is
injected into your skin, it must be treated by a doctor
familiar with this type of injury immediately.
Crushing or Cutting Prevention
Support equipment and attachments properly when
working beneath them. Do not depend on hydraulic
cylinders to hold it up. Any attachment can fall if a
control is moved, or if a hydraulic line breaks.
Never attempt adjustments while the lift truck is
moving unless otherwise instructed or specified.
Where there are attachment linkages, the clearance
in the linkage area will increase or decrease with
movement of the attachment.
Stay clear of all rotating and moving parts.
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