3. Taking up a high load on tyres
1) 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 in the chapter: LOAD
HANDLING).
Ensure that the forks will easily pass under the load.
Position the lift truck perpendicular to the load with the forks in a horizontal position
manoeuvring gently and carefully (See paragraph: E – VISIBILITY in the chapter: HANDLING
INSTRUCTIONS for visibility of the road).
2) Always think about keeping the distance necessary to fit the forks under the load, between the
pile and the lift truck and use the shortest possible length of jib.
Stop with the forks in front of the load. Apply the parking brake and place the forward/reverse
lever in neutral.
Slightly lift the load (1) and incline the forks carriage (2) backwards to stabilize the load.
3) Tilt the load sufficiently backwards to ensure its stability (loss of load on braking) without
upsetting the balance of the load in so doing.
If possible lower the load without shifting the lift truck. Lift the jib (1) to release the load,
retract (2) and lower the jib (3) to bring the load into the transport position.
If this is not possible, back the lift truck up. Manoeuvring very gently and carefully (See
paragraph: E – VISIBILITY in the chapter : HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS for visibility of the
road), back up the lift truck (1) to release the load, retract (2) and lower the jib (3) to bring the
load into the transport position.
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