Hercules LT0892, Instruction Manual

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4.1.4 Avoid offset loads
Except obeying the regulation of diagram, the load must be
distributed evenly on forks or pallets, avoid of left or right offset,
then the load will not overturn when lifting or transporting.
4.1.5 Driving loaded
The machine is designed for use on even and level floor. During
transport the forks shall be raised as little as possible. Transport
with raised forks should be made over the shortest possible
distances and at low speed. Do not transport when tilting goods
on the machine, this is not safe.
4.1.6 Driving the machine on the slope
1) The machine shall be unloaded or a small load.
2) The load shall be in the lowest position.
3) The gradient shall be no more than 2
°
when dragging the
machine.
4) The operator shall be on the upper position whether upgrade or
downgrade.
4.2 Safety regulations
1) Never stand or walk under a raised load.
2) Before lowering the forks, make certain that no foreign elements
can hinder the free lowering of the forks.
3) The machine is designed for use on even and level floor.
4) During transport the forks shall be raised as little as possible.
5) Transport with raised forks should be made over the shortest
possible distances and at low speed.
6) Brake when lifting or lateral tilting load in stacking area.
7) Do not use a damaged or malfunctioning machine.
8) Do not use a machine with a worn, damaged or more than 3%
elongation chain.
9) Conduct a thorough pre-operation inspection prior to each use.
5 Maintenance and operating instructions
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