3-102 BA 348-01 * 2.0 * 34801b340.fm
3 Operation
Brief instructions for fork arms
The following brief instructions are based on the “Guidelines for testing and repairing fork arms”
(© by VETTER Umformtechnik GmbH):
• Use fork arms only according to their designated use
• Do not exceed the load centre and the load-bearing capacity
• Always keep fork arms clean
• Load both fork arms evenly
• Do not use standard fork arms as reverse forks
• Do not push, pull or shove the fork arms, or move them in at a slanting angle
(risk of damaging them due to lateral forces)
• Do not pull off loads, or allow them to fall onto the fork arms
• Tie down loads, if necessary, to avoid loosing them
• Do not raise with the tilt ram (tilt device)
• Bear in mind the limits of application and the Operator’s Manuals
• Perform frequent visual checks
• Have regular checks performed according to the Operator’s Manual and the legal
regulations of your country
• Do not modify the fork arms, or attach any additional device
• No transport of persons on the fork arms
• No transport of molten material
• Observe the legal regulations of your country during machine travel on public roads
• The operating company/operator must check at regular intervals:
• Lock: functional check
• Hooks: visual check for cracks and deformations
• Bend: visual check for indents, nicks and cracks
• Bend and blade: do not use any longer if worn over 10 %
• Blade and tip: check for deformations
• In case of damage or if you are unsure:
• Immediately stop using the fork arms!
• Damaged fork arms must be replaced in pairs by an authorized service centre
• Only the manufacturer is authorized to perform repair work on the fork arms
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