ep EPT20-ET2 - Using the Truck on a Slope

REV. 09/2022
B12
REV. 09/2022
B13
Risk to life and/or risk of major equipment
damage.
Never park the truck on a slope.
Never make a U-turn or take shortcuts on
a slope. On a slope, the operator must
drive very slowly.
Starting on a slope
If you have to stop and then start on slope,
proceed as follows:
•Stop on the slope by pressing the
accelerator in the opposite direction until
the machine comes to a standstill.
•Return the accelerator to the neutral
position, then release the accelerator
control button to apply the parking brake.
•To restart, press the accelerator button for
the desired direction.
•The truck will move.
DANGER
Incorrect use of the truck on slopes places
stress on the traction motor, brakes and
battery.
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NOTE
Unloading
Carefully drive the truck to the desired
location.
Carefully drive the truck to the unloading
area.
Lower the load until the fork arms are free
from the pallet.
Drive the truck away in a straight line.
Raise the forks to proper height.
If the field of vision is poor, ask a guide for
assistance.
CAUTION
Ascending slopes
Always ascend slopes travelling in the
reverse direction, with the load facing
uphill. Without a load, it is recommend to
ascend slopes forwards.
Descending slopes
Travel down slopes must always be
forwards, with the load uphill. Without
a load, it is recommended to descend
slopes forwards. In all cases, travel at a
very low speed and brake very gradua-lly.
1.2.9 Using the truck on a slope
Incorrect use of the truck on slopes
places stress on the traction motor,
brakes and battery.
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NOTE
Since visibility is reduced when travelling
in this direction, drive only at very slow
speed.
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NOTE
Be particularly careful near slopes:
Never attempt a slope with a gradient
greater than that specied in the truck’s
data sheet. Make sure that the ground is
dry with a non-slip surface and that the
route is clear.