4 Operation
Handling loads
Transporting suspended loads
Before transporting suspended loads, con-
sult the national regulatory authorities (in
Germany, the employer's liability insurance
associations).
National regulations may place restrictions
on these operations. Contact the relevant
authorities.
DANGER
Suspended loads that begin to swing can result in
the following risks:
• Impaired braking characteristics and
steering movement
• Tipping over the load wheels or drive wheels
• Tipping the truck at right angles to the drive
direction
• Risk of crushing of guide persons
• Reduced visibility
DANGER
Loss of stability.
Slipping or swinging suspended loads can lead to a
loss of stability and cause the truck to tip over.
– When transporting suspended loads, observe
the following instructions
Instructions for transporting suspended loads:
• Swinging loads mus
t be prevented by using
the proper driving
speed and driving style
(careful steering
, braking)
• Hanging loads must be hooked on to the
truck in such a way that the harness cannot
shift or release unintentionally and cannot
be damaged
• When transporting suspended loads, suit-
able devices (e.g. guy wires or supporting
poles) must be available so that accompa-
nying persons can guide suspended loads
and prevent the loads from swinging
• Take particular care to
ensure that there is
no one in the drive dir
ection in the driving
lane
• If, despite this, the load begins to swing,
ensure that no person is placed at risk
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