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XVI. Use, installation and safety rules of attachment
The attachment is in accordance to International standard
ISO2328 Hook-on type fork arms and
carriages - mounting dimensions
, such as clamp, rotator, paper roll clamp, carrying ram, side-shifter
etc.
Sideshifter Fork positioner Rotator Push/pull Coil boom
Bar arm clamp Paper roll clamp Block clamps Load stabilizer Turnaload
1. Attachment use
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1
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Understand the contents listed on the nameplate of the attachment, read the instruction
manual before operating attachment. (Especially the manual from attachment company)
Before operating the attachment, personnel should be properly trained and qualified.
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2
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The Basic capability and operating methods of attachment should be understood, especially
the admit load, lift height, size of cargo and adapt range of attachment.
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3
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When operating the multi-functional attachment, such as with side-shifter, clamp or rotator,
only operate one function at a time.
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4
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DO NOT move a truck with attachment when load is in a high position. If the size of cargo is
too large, DO NOT move the truck. When transporting cargo, ensure ground clearance
between the bottom of cargo and ground is less than 300mm and the mast is inclined back.
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5
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The weight of cargo shouldn‘t exceed the combined limit of the carrying capacity of forklift and
attachment. It is not allowed to have a partial load at high position. It is a short time work for
attachment with side-shifter. Partial load is around 100mm (Above 5 ton (including 5 ton), the
side-shifter is movable within 300mm.
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6
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In the range of the projection forth 2m of the lower of attachment and cargo, prohibit stand to
avoid the suddenness except the driver position under overhead.
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7
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DO NOT apply emergency brake while moving. Travel slowly with load.
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8
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Prohibit outside force when attachment working.
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9
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DO NOT operate attachment beyond normal parameters.
(10
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When the attachment malfunctions, prohibit use without check.
Check and maintenance
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1
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Check the clearance of carriage beam and below catch of attachment according to the
attachment manual.
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2
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Check the rise catch is right on the flute of fork carriage.
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3
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Use the auto currency lithic-grease per 500 hours to bearing surface.
(
4
)
Check mounting hardware
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5
)
Check the tie-in of hydraulic pressure loop, if tube is damaged. Prohibit use until after repair.
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6
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Check the operation of attachment and replace any damaged components
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7
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Check each attachment operation is functioning correctly. If not, check the hydraulic pressure
loop, find out the broken part, replace or repair part or whole loop part.