Yale MSW030-F

checks. Be careful when making the checks. Allow the lift
truck to move only enough to check for correct operation.
Check the operation of the following functions as described
in the Maintenance section:
• Horn and gauges.
• Lift, tilt, and reach to check for correct operation of the
mast, carriage, and attachments.
• Steering system.
• Control handle.
• Brake.
Operating Techniques
Many people make the mistake of thinking that operating a
lift truck is the same as driving an automobile. This is not
true. It is true that some lift truck operating procedures are
as simple and obvious as driving the family automobile.
(Example: Look where you are going, start and stop
smoothly, etc.) But a lift truck is a special machine
designed to do a much different job than an automobile.
Because of the close areas in which a lift truck operates
and its other operating characteristics (like rear wheel
steering and tailswing), every operator must receive addi-
tional training, even if they have a license to drive an auto-
mobile.
The following discussion lists basic procedures applicable
to lift truck operation.
1. Authorized and Trained Operator Only - This means
the operator must be trained to operate the lift truck and it
means that the operator must thoroughly understand the
procedures for lift truck operation. It also means that a
qualified person experienced in lift truck operation must
guide the operator through several driving and load han-
dling operations before the operator attempts to operate
the lift truck alone. A basic education in proper driving and
load handling is absolutely necessary to prepare the new
operator for proper defensive driving and to expect the
unexpected.
WARNING
This lift truck is designed for handling materials. A lift
truck is not designed to lift people. Do not use a lift
truck to lift people unless it has been determined that
there is no other practical option (scaffolds, elevated
work platforms, aerial baskets, etc.) to perform the nee-
ded work.
Operating Procedures
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