Blue Giant EPJ-60R, Owner'S Manual

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Figure 2-4 Grab Bar
2-5. STEERING ARM GAS SPRING.
The steering arm gas spring automatically raises the
steering arm to the upright position when the
steering
arm is released. If the steering arm does
not return fully, the steering arm gas spring
requires replace-ment. Return truck to maintenance
for repair.
2-6. LIFT AND LOWER CONTROLS.
Lift/Lower Control buttons are located on the steering
control head. ( Figure 2-3 ) and the grab bar ( Figure
2-4 ).
To lift forks, push in either LIFT button and hold until
forks reach desired height. To lower forks, push in
either LOWER button and hold until forks descend to
desired height.
2-7. LOADING AND UNLOADING.
1. Move truck to location where load is to be picked
up.
2. Move the truck into position so forks are within
pallet or skid, and the load is centered over the
forks and as far back as possible.
3. Raise forks to lift load.
4. Drive to area where load is to be placed.
5. Move truck to align load with its new position.
6. Lower the load until it rests squarely in place and
the forks are free.
7. Slowly move the truck out from under the load.
2-8. PARKING.
When finished with moving loads, return the truck to its
maintenance or storage area. Turn off the key switch
and disconnect the batteries. Charge batteries as nec-
essary. Refer to battery care instructions,
SECTION 3.
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