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A load should never extend past the edges of the platform. Do not 
place unstable loads on platform and do not allow load to exceed 
lifting capacity of Liftgate. If standing on platform, do not allow your 
feet to extend beyond inboard edge of platform.
WARNING
!
POSITIONING LOAD
PUSHING LOAD ON PLATFORM
FIG. 17-1
Load the platform at bed level 
(FIG. 17-1) as follows. Push load 
out of the vehicle to correct posi-
tion on the platform. Place all loads 
as close as possible to the inboard 
edge of the platform with heaviest 
part toward the vehicle body as 
shown in FIG. 17-1. If standing on 
platform with the load, stand in the 
footprint area shown and comply 
with the WARNING at the top 
of this page.
Pulling the load from vehicle to platform can result in a fall from 
platform and serious injury. When unloading vehicle, always push 
the load out on the platform. 
!
WARNING
UNLOADING VEHICLE - Continued
INBOARD
EDGE