3 Starting up the truck
3.1 Checks and Operations to Be Performed Before Starting Daily
Work
WARNING!
Damage and other truck or attachment (optional equipment) defects can result
in accidents.
If damage or other truck or attachment (optional equipment) defects are discovered
during the following checks, the truck must be taken out of service until it has been
repaired.
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Report any defects immediately to your supervisor.
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Mark defective truck and take out of service.
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Do not return the industrial truck to service until you have identified and rectified
the fault.
Inspection before daily operation
Procedure
• Check the whole of the outside of the truck for signs of damage and leaks.
Damaged hoses must be replaced immediately.
• Check the load handler for visible signs of damage such as cracks, bent or
severely worn forks.
• Check the load wheels for damage.
• Check that the markings and labels are present, clean and legible, see page 18.
• Test the emergency disconnect switch.
• Check the tiller (damper) is restored to its normal position.
• Check the controls are automatically restored to zero after being applied.
• Test the brakes.
• Check the protective screen is secure and undamaged.
• Make sure the front panel and covers are secure and check for damage.
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