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III. Safety rules
1.
Only trained and authorized operators
should operate the truck.
2.
Inspect the truck at periodic intervals for oil
or water leaks, deformation, defects, etc. If
neglected, the life of the truck will be
shortened and in the worst case a fatal
accident could occur.
Make sure to replace the ―key safety parts‖
during periodical inspection.
Wipe off any oil, grease or water from the
floor board and foot and hand controls.
Shut down the engine before inspecting the
engine and its allied components. Use extra
caution when near the engine fan.
When inspecting the radiator or muffler,
exercise caution to avoid being burned.
3.
Any time you find that the truck is not
functioning properly, stop the truck and report
the condition to your supervisor.
When performing maintenance on the mast,
front and rear lights, or other high places, be
safely secured and take care not to slip
If any warning lamp comes on, move to a safe
place and check or repair the trouble.
When performing maintenance, take care not
to cut hands, head or other parts of body on
truck edges.
Place a sign/label on a truck found to be
defective.
4.
DO NOT use open flame to check fuel,
electrolyte or coolant levels.
DO NOT smoke while inspecting the
battery, handling fuel or working on the fuel
system. There is a danger of explosion.
Always have a fire extinguisher available
when working on the truck.
Never fill the fuel tank while the engine is
running.
5.
Warm water temperature to 70°C before
operation.
If the temperature of the water is above 70°C,
DO NOT open the tank cap.
6.
When using the truck in an enclosed space,
make sure there is enough ventilation. If
needed, use a ventilation fan.
DO NOT work in a closed working space
because exhaust gases are harmful.
Caution
Not allowed to used in underground.
It‘s forbidden to use truck under a
circumstance of flammability and easy to
blast.
7.
Never mount or dismount a moving truck.
Use the safety step(s) and safety grip when
mounting or dismounting the truck.
8.
DO NOT operate truck controls unless
properly seated.
Before starting and operating the truck, adjust
the seat so you have easy access to all hands
and foot controls.
9.
Make sure before starting
:
①
no one is under, on or close to the
truck.
②
the forward-reverse lever is in neutral.
10.
Park the truck on a level surface and
apply the parking brake securely. If the truck
cannot be parked on a level surface, be sure
to block the wheels.
Put the forks on the ground or floor and tilt
them forward a little. Shut down the engine
and remove the key.
11.
Operate the controls smoothly, DO NOT
jerk the steering wheel. Avoid sudden stops,
starts or turns.
12.
Control speed and observe traffic signs.
Caution
When traveling on public roads or streets,
obey all local traffic regulations.
13.
Be aware of your surroundings at all times
while operating truck.
14.
DO NOT allow passengers to ride on the
truck, or allow people to sit on the forks or
pallets.