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45-053, REV. 5/18
Training
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Make sure all operators are trained in the fork and
attachment adaptation, operation, and use limitations.
Retrain an operator if a new attachment is added to
the forklift. Consult the operator's manual for instruc-
tions on how to use the new equipment.
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Know the mechanical limitations of your forklift.
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Modifications or additions that affect capacity or safe
operation must have prior written approval from the
forklift truck manufacturer. Capacity, operation, and
maintenance instruction plates, tags, or decals shall
be changed accordingly.
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Never use free rigging for a below-the-forks lift. It could
affect the capacity and safe operation of a lift truck.
Labeling
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Change capacity, operation, and maintenance instruc-
tion plates, tags, or decals when a forklift truck is
equipped with an attachment. If the truck is equipped
with front-end attachments other than factory installed
attachments, truck must be marked to identify the
attachments and show the approximate weight of
the truck and attachment combination at maximum
elevation with load laterally centered.
Pre-start Checks
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Check your equipment before you operate it. If any-
thing looks wrong, unusual or different, report it before
using the attachment.
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Do not operate this machine if you know of malfunc-
tions, missing parts, and/or mis-adjustments. These
situations can cause or contribute to an accident or
damage to the machine. Stop the machine immedi-
ately if problems arise after starting.
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Check to make sure the attachment on your truck is
the same as on the truck capacity plate.
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Check for hydraulic leaks and cracked hoses or fittings.
Check the hydraulic oil level in the lift truck hydraulic
reservoir.
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All electrical cables and connectors must be in good
condition. Use caution in wet weather to avoid danger
from electrical shock.
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Always check the attachment for proper fit and en-
gagement of the truck carriage.
Personnel Safety
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When removing or installing dismountable at-
tachments always keep hands and feet free from
dangerous positions or pinch points. Never leave a
dismounted attachment in a dangerous position.
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Keep hands, feet, long hair and clothing away from
power-driven parts. Do not wear loose fitting clothing
or jewelry while performing maintenance and lubrica-
tion in these areas.
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Never jump on or off the machine.
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Never stand on top of material being raised, lowered,
or transported. (Figure 1)
Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 3
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Never use the attachment or its load to support a
man-carrying device.
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Never allow anyone under a load or under the car-
riage. (Figure 2)
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Never stand in front of or beside an attachment that
is being operated. Never allow another person to ap-
proach an attachment that is being operated. (Figure
3)
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Never leave an attachment or load in an elevated position.
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Never reach through the mast of the truck. Keep all
parts of the body within the driver’s compartment.
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Always operate an attachment from the operator’s
seat, never while standing next to the lift truck.
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Do not allow riders on the truck at any time.
