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1.6 Proprietor responsibilities
For the purposes of the present operating instructions the “proprietor” is defined as any natural or
legal person who either uses the industrial truck himself, or on whose behalf it is used. In special
cases (e.g. leasing or renting) the proprietor is considered the person who, in accordance with
existing contractual agreements between the owner and user of the industrial truck, is charged
with operational duties.
The proprietor must ensure that the industrial truck is used only for the purpose for which it is
intended and that there is no danger to life and limb of the user and third parties. Furthermore,
accident prevention regulations, safety regulations and operating, servicing and repair guidelines
must be followed. The proprietor must ensure that all users have read and understood these
operating instructions.
Failure to comply with the operating instructions shall invalidate the warranty. The same applies if
improper work is carried out on the truck by the customer or third parties without the permission of
the manufacturer.
1.7 Attachment installation or modification to the truck
Without authorization by the manufacturer, it is not allowed to modify the truck privately.
The mounting or installation of any attachments which will interfere with, or supplement, the
functions of the truck is permitted only after written approval by the manufacturer has been
obtained. If necessary, the approval of local authorities has to be obtained.
Without the prior written approval of the original manufacturer, its authorized representative or its
successor, any change to the truck that may influence its performance, such as rated capacity,
stability or security, is not allowed. Changes include brake, steering, vision or dismountable
attachment. When the manufacturer or its successor approve to changes of the vehicle, it also
needs to make corresponding modification to vehicle nameplate, decals, logo and brochures.
In the event the truck manufacturer is no longer in business and there is no successor in the
interest to the business, the user may arrange for a modification or alteration to a powered
industrial truck manufacturer and the user shall:
a) Arrange for the modification or alteration to be designed, tested and implemented by an
engineer(s) expert in industrial trucks and their safety;
b) Maintain a permanent record of the design, test(s) and implementation of the modification or
alteration;
c) Approve and make appropriate changes to the capacity plate(s),decals, tags and instruction
handbook;
d) Affix a permanent and readily visible label to the truck stating the manner in which the truck
has been modified or altered together with the date of the modification or alteration, and the
name and address of the organization that made the modification or alteration.
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