1.2.2 The user shall not perform any modification or addition which affects capacity or safe operation or make
any change not in accordance with the owner’s manual without the manufacturer’s prior written
authorization. Where authorized modifications have been made, the user shall ensure that capacity,
operation, warning and maintenance instruction plates, tags or decals are changed accordingly.
1.3 Changing and Charging Storage Batteries for Electric Personnel and Burden Carriers
1.3.1 The user shall require battery changing and charging facilities and procedures to be in accordance with
appropriate paragraphs.
1.3.2 The user shall periodically inspect facilities and review procedures to be certain that appropriate
paragraphs, are strictly complied with and shall familiarize carrier operators with it.
2. OPERATING SAFETY RULES AND PRACTICES
2.1 General
2.1.1 Safeguard the pedestrians at all times. Do not drive EPIC CART in a manner that would endanger
anyone.
2.1.2 Riding on the EPIC CART by persons other than the operator is authorized only on personnel seat
provided by the manufacturer.
2.1.3 When an EPIC CART is to be left unattended, stop it, apply the parking brake, stop the engine, or turn off
power, turn off the control or ignition circuit, and remove the key if provided. Block the wheels if
machine is on an incline.
2.1.4 Use only approved EPIC CART in hazardous locations, as defined in the appropriate safety standards.
2.1.5 Operators shall not add to, or modify, the EPIC CART.
2.2 Driving
2.2.1 Observe all traffic regulations, including authorized speed limits. Under normal traffic conditions keep to
the right. Maintain a safe distance, based on speed of travel, from a vehicle ahead; and keep the EPIC
CART under control at all times.
2.2.2 Do not pass another vehicle traveling in the same direction at intersections, blind spots, or at other
dangerous locations.
2.2.3 Keep a clear view of the path of travel, observe other traffic and personnel, and maintain a safe
clearance.
2.2.4 Slow down or stop, as conditions dictate, and activate the sound-producing warning device at cross
aisles and when visibility is obstructed at other locations.
2.2.5 Ascend or descend grades slowly.
2.2.6 Under all driving conditions the EPIC CART shall be operated at a speed that will permit it to be brought
to a stop in a safe manner.
2.2.7 Do not indulge in dangerous activities, such as stunt driving or horseplay.
2.2.8 Avoid running over loose objects, potholes, and bumps.
2.2.9 To negotiate turns, reduce speed to improve stability, then turn hand steering wheel or tiller in a smooth,
sweeping motion.
2.2.10 It is recommended that the slope of the road does not exceed 25%, the top of the slope and the slope
must be smooth and transitioned to prevent the bottom of the vehicle and the pavement collision. When the
slope is more than 25%, the signage is recommended. At this point, you must drive the vehicle very carefully.
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