SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
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The Service Manuals are updated on a regular basis, but may not reflect recent design changes to the product. Upda-
ted technical service information may be available from your local authorized Hyster
®
dealer. Service Manuals pro-
vide general guidelines for maintenance and service and are intended for use by trained and experienced technicians.
Failure to properly maintain equipment or to follow instructions contained in the Service Manual could result in dam-
age to the products, personal injury, property damage or death.
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When lifting parts or assemblies, make sure all slings, chains, or cables are correctly fastened, and that the load being
lifted is balanced. Make sure the crane, cables, and chains have the capacity to support the weight of the load.
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Do not lift heavy parts by hand, use a lifting mechanism.
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Wear safety glasses.
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DISCONNECT THE BATTERY CONNECTOR before doing any maintenance or repair on electric lift trucks. Dis-
connect the battery ground cable on internal combustion lift trucks.
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Always use correct blocks to prevent the unit from rolling or falling. See HOW TO PUT THE LIFT TRUCK ON
BLOCKS in the
Operating Manual
or the
Periodic Maintenance
section.
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Keep the unit clean and the working area clean and orderly.
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Use the correct tools for the job.
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Keep the tools clean and in good condition.
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Always use
HYSTER APPROVED
parts when making repairs. Replacement parts must meet or exceed the specifi-
cations of the original equipment manufacturer.
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Make sure all nuts, bolts, snap rings, and other fastening devices are removed before using force to remove parts.
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Always fasten a DO NOT OPERATE tag to the controls of the unit when making repairs, or if the unit needs repairs.
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Be sure to follow the
WARNING
and
CAUTION
notes in the instructions.
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Gasoline, Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG), Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), and Diesel fuel are flammable. Be sure to
follow the necessary safety precautions when handling these fuels and when working on these fuel systems.
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Batteries generate flammable gas when they are being charged. Keep fire and sparks away from the area. Make sure
the area is well ventilated.
NOTE:
The following symbols and words indicate safety information in this manual:
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor
or moderate injury and property damage.
On the lift truck, the WARNING symbol and word are on orange back-
ground. The CAUTION symbol and word are on yellow background.
