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50960066/AP0813
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PRINTED IN U.S.A.
Only handle loads within the capacity limits of the
machine, and which are stable and safely arranged.
When attachments are used, extra care should be taken
in securing, manipulating, positioning and transporting
the load.
Grade Limits
NOTE:
Grade limits are based on ANSI/ITSDF
standard B56.6-2005.
This Telescopic Handler meets or exceeds the safety
standard (ANSI/ITSDF B56.6) stability limits for
rough terrain forklifts. The stability tipping limits
cover specific, controlled test conditions, which are
extremes, and which are not intended to be achieved
during normal worksite operations. The following
specifications are provided only as information to the
operator, and must not be used as a guideline for oper-
ating the Telescopic Handler. For safe operation,
always follow the instructions and warnings provided
in this manual.
1. DO NOT place or retrieve loads on an up or down
slope or grade that exceeds 7% or 4°.
2. DO NOT travel up or down a grade or slope that
exceeds 22% or 12° while loaded.
3. DO NOT place or retrieve loads on a side hill with
a slope or grade that exceeds 12% or 7°. Check the
location of the ball in the frame angle indicator
located on the ROPS/FOPS cross member. If the
ball in the frame angle indicator is in the green
zone, it is safe to place or retrieve the load. If the
ball in the frame angle indicator is in the yellow
zone, use slower movements and extra caution to
ensure remaining within the limits of the load
chart, because the machine is nearing an unstable
condition. If the ball in the frame angle indicator is
in the red zone, loads cannot be placed or
retrieved.
4. DO NOT travel across a side hill that exceeds 18%
or 10° grade. Check the frame angle indicator on
the ROPS/FOPS cross member to determine the
angle of the grade. The attachment tool MUST be
maintained at the “carry” position, with the boom
fully retracted and attachment tool at minimum
ground clearance.
When ascending or descending grades in excess of 5%
or 3°, the machine should be driven with the load
upgrade. An unloaded machine should be operated on
all grades with the load handling attachment tool
downgrade, tilted back if applicable, and raised only as
far as necessary to clear the ground surface.
6. Inspect the work area. Be sure you know where
you will make load pickups, lifts and turns. Look
over the terrain of the jobsite for holes, obstacles,
slippery surfaces, and soft or deep mud.
7. Check clearances of ramps, doorways and
passage-ways. Check overhead clearances if you
will travel and place loads near power or telephone
lines.
If the machine is in need of repair or in any way unsafe,
or contributes to an unsafe condition, the matter must
be reported immediately to the user’s designated
authority. The machine must NOT be operated until it
has been restored to a safe operating condition.
Operate the travel controls gradually and smoothly
when starting, stopping, turning and reversing direc-
tion.
Grade and Slope Precautions
The Telescopic Handler complies with industry stabil-
ity test requirements and is stable when properly oper-
ated. However, improper operation, faulty mainte-
nance, and poor housekeeping can contribute to a con-
dition of instability and defeat the purpose of the stan-
dard.
The amount of forward and rearward tilt to be used is
governed by the application. Although use of maxi-
mum rearward tilt is allowable under certain condi-
tions, such as traveling with the load fully lowered, the
stability limits of the machine, as determined by the
industry standard tests, do not encompass considera-
tion for excessive tilt at high elevations, or the han-
dling of off-center loads.
WARNING
Exhaust fumes can kill. Ensure proper ventila-
tion when starting indoors or in enclosed
areas.
Use proper hand holds, NOT the steering
wheel or control levers when mounting and
dismounting.
NEVER operate the machine with safety
guards or covers removed.
Over-inflated tires can explode and cause
injury or death. Tire repairs MUST be made
only by authorized personnel using proper
tools and equipment.
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