REV. 10/2021
4B
1.1.3 Stability
Stability is guaranteed if your truck is used properly in accordance with its intended
purpose. Common reasons for a loss of truck stability include:
• Emergency stops or sharp turns
• Driving with a raised load or a load handling device
• Turning the vehicle around on or driving across a slope
• Driving up or down a slope with the load pointing downhill
• Driving with a wide load
• Carrying a swinging load
• Driving near the edge of a ramp or up steps
• Tilting the mast forward while carrying a
raised load
• Driving on uneven surfaces
• Overloading the truck
• Carrying bulky loads in strong winds
• When carrying liquid, its centre of mass inside the container may shift due to
inertial force (such as when pulling away, braking or turning)