Operation Section
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Instrument Panel
1. Engine Ignition Start Switch
The key switch is a four position
switch. Position (1) is
ACCESSORY ON. Position (2) is
OFF. Position (3) is ON or RUN
and accessory ON.
Position (4) is START, which
engages the starter.
After the key has been turned to the START position,
the key must be returned to the OFF position before
it can be turned to the START position again.
2. Engine Coolant Gauge
Indicates engine coolant
temperature. If the pointer
moves into the red band while
operating the lift truck, the
engine is overheated. Pull over
the lift truck and stop the
engine. Inspect the cooling
system for any problem. The
pointer will be in the red band when the coolant
temperature reaches approximately 110 °C on all
engines.
3. Transmission Oil Temperature Gauge
Indicates transmission oil
temperature. If the pointer
moves into the red band while
operating the lift truck, the
transmission is overheated.
Pull over the lift truck and stop
the engine.
Check the system for a
malfunction. The pointer will be in the red band
when the transmission oil temperature reaches
approximately 125 °C.
4. Fuel Level Gauge
Indicates current level of fuel
in the fuel tank. Replenish fuel
when the Level Gauge
approaches the "E" marking
during operation.
5. Hour Counter
Indicates the total number of
hours the engine and the lift
truck have operated. The
hour meter will operate when
the ignition switch is in the
ON position, whether the engine is running or not.
The hour meter is used to determine lubrication and
maintenance intervals.
6. Speedometer
Indicates the truck travelling speed (km/h).
7. Turn Signal Lever (Optional)
This is the lever to indicate the
turning direction of the lift truck.
As this lever is maneuvered, the
signal lamp blinks.
8. Horn Switch
To give alarm to fellow worker(s) around and in the
path of your truck, press the
rubber at the center of the hand
wheel.
WARNING
Don’t run the truck while the alarm is sounding.
It is dangerous to do so, since poor effect is
expected.
R Turn to the right
N Neutral
L Turn to the left