OPERATING PROCEDURES
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The operators presence module will automatically shift the
transmission to neutral within 1--2 seconds when the oper-
ator leaves the seat of the lift truck.
Inching
FAST
SLOW
Inching is the
movement of a lift
truck that allows a
slow travel speed
while keeping the
engine speed high
for fast operation of
the lift mechanism.
The inching/brake pedal is used to control the inching op-
eration on a lift truck with a powershift transmission. When
the inching/brake pedal is applied, the clutch in the trans-
mission is partially disengaged and the movement of the
truck is slow. When the inching/brake pedal is fully applied,
the transmission is completely disengaged and the brakes
are applied. Use the accelerator pedal or MONOTROL
pedal to keep the engine speed high while inching.
WARNING
Inching requires coordinated movement of the inch-
ing/brake pedal and the accelerator or the MONOTROL
pedal. New operators must practice this procedure
before attempting to handle loads.
WARNING
TRAVEL SLOWLY WHEN TURN-
ING. Lift trucks can tip over
even at very slow speeds. The
combination of speed and
sharpness of a turn can cause a
tipover. A lift truck is less stable
when the forks are elevated,
with or without a load.
Steering (Turning)
Most operators can understand the need to be careful
when handling loads. But some operators do not realize
that a tipover can occur with an empty lift truck because
similar dynamic forces are present. In fact, the lift truck will
actually tip over easier when empty, than when loaded
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