IXRM-041
Operation
Before Starting Vehic_le_
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Failure
to
use
proper
safety proce-
dures when
mounting
and
dismount-
ing the vehicle
could
result in
injury
or
death.
• Keep
steps
clear
of
dirt, mud, snow, ice,
debris, and
other
hazards.
• Face the vehicle
for
mounting
or
dismounting.
Use
handholds
and steps
to
maintain three (3)
points
of
contact
at
all times,
either
both
hands and one
foot
OR
both feet and one
hand.
•
DO
NOT use
the
controls, steering Wheel,
or
foot
pedals as hand
holds
or
steps. Avoid
accidentally engaging
or
disengaging a
con-
trol.
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DO
NOT
jump
from
the
vehicle.
• Clothing can
get
caught
on pedals,
levers,
or
other
protruding
parts.
Landing
on
uneven
surfaces
can
result in
serious
personal injury.
1.
Use safe mounting/dismounting procedures
to
enter the operator cab.
2.
Adjust the operator seat for position and comfort.
(Refer to Seat Adjustment section
in
this manual.)
3.
Fasten seat belt.
4.
Adjust mirrors (this may require assistance.)
5.
Adjust the operator control panel.
6.
Make sure the travel select lever
is
set
to
NEU-
TRAL (N) and the Parking Brake
is
ON
(engaged).
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NOTE: The engine will only start when the travel
select lever is
in
NEUTRAL (N)
and
the parking
brake switch
is
ON
(engaged).
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Figure 7-7. Travel Select Lever Must Be
In
NEUTRAL (N)
To
Start The Reach Forklift.
Figure 7-8. Parking Brake Switch (A) Must Be
ON
(Engaged)
To Start The Reach Forklift.
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