13) Ensure that the service brakes and the sound alarm are working properly.
14) Drive according to, and at an appropriate speed for, the conditions and state of the terrain.
15) Slow down before executing a turn.
16) In all circumstances make sure you are in control of your speed.
17) On damp, slippery or uneven terrain, drive slowly.
18) Brake gently, never abruptly.
19) Only use the lift truck’s forward/reverse lever from a stationary position and never do so
abruptly.
20) Do not drive with your foot on the brake pedal or with the parking brake on.
21) Always remember that hydrostatic type steering is extremely sensitive to movement of the
steering wheel, so turn it gently and not jerkly.
22) Never leave the I.C. engine on when the lift truck is unattended.
23) Look in the direction you are traveling and always keep clear visibility of the road. Use the left
and right rear view mirrors frequently and ensure that they are kept in good condition, are clean
and correctly adjusted.
24) Never use the truck in places poorly lighted.
25) When working at night, ensure that your lift truck is fitted with full beam lights.There are
optional solutions, consult your agent or dealer.
26) Drive round obstacles.
27) Check the closing and locking of the hood.
28) Whatever his experience as a truck driver is, the operator is advised to familiarize himself with
the position and operation of all the controls and instruments before operating the lift truck.
1.6 STOPPING THE TELESCOPIC HANDLER
1) Ensure you comply with this safety notice as stopping the engine without allowing it to cool
could cause damage to components damaging such parts.
2) Never leave the ignition key in the lift truck when the lift truck is unattended.
3) When the lift truck is stationary, place the forks or attachment on the ground, place the gear lever
in neutral, apply the parking brake and put the forward / reverse lever in neutral.
4) If the driver has to leave his cab, even or a moment, it is essential to place the gear lever in
neutral, apply the parking brake and put the forward/reverse lever in neutral.
5) Make sure that the lift truck is not stopped in any position that will interfere with the traffic flow
and at less than one metre from the track of a railway.
6) In the event of prolonged parking on a site, protect the lift truck from bad weather, particularly
from frost (Check the level of antifreeze), close the rear window, lock the cab door and ensure
that the hood is properly secured.
Stop instructions.
1) Park the lift truck on flat ground or on an incline lower than 15 %.
2) Place the forward/reverse lever in neutral.
3) Apply the parking brake.
4) Completely retract the boom.
5) Lower the forks or attachment to rest on the ground.
6) Stop the I.C. engine
7) Remove the ignition key.
8) Check the closing and locking of door, rear window and hood.
Before leaving your driver's cabin, ensure that you have carried out all operations for
stopping the lift truck, for your safety and the safety of others.
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