Manitou A Series Operator's Manual

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C - TAKING UP A HIGH LOAD ON TIRES
- Ensure that the forks will easily pass under the load.
- Position the lift truck perpendicular to the load and with the forks in a
horizontal position (Fig. G) maneuvering gently and carefully (See E -
VISIBILITY in chapter HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS for visibility of the road).
- Bring the forks to stop in front of the load (Fig. H). Apply the parking brake
and place the forward/reverse lever in neutral.
- Slightly lift the load (1) and incline the carriage (2) backwards to stabilize the
load (Fig. I).
- If possible lower the load without shifting the lift truck. Lift the boom (1) to
release the load, retract (2) and lower the boom (3) to bring the load into the
transport position (Fig. J).
- If this is not possible, back the lift truck up. Maneuvering very gently and
carefully (See E - VISIBILITY in chapter HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS for
visibility of the road), back up the lift truck (1) to release the load, retract (2)
and lower the boom (3) to bring the load into the transport position (Fig. K).
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H
2
1
I
3
2
1
J
1
3
2
K
WARNING
Under no circumstances should you pick up a load if the lift truck is not in a
horizontal position. (See paragraph G - HORIZONTAL POSITION OF THE
LIFT TRUCK).
CAUTION
Be constantly aware of the distance between the forklift and pile; using the
shortest possible length of boom to place the forks under the load (Fig. G).
CAUTION
Tilt the load sufficiently backwards to ensure its stability (loss of load on
braking) without upsetting the balance of the load in so doing.
FORKLIFT SAFETY
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Manitou A Series Specifications

General

Brand	Manitou
Model	A Series
Category	Front End Loaders
Language	English