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4. If the load is being removed from a
stack, slowly move the lift truck away
from the stack. When the load is clear of
the stack, lower the load for traveling.
Always travel with the load
as low as possible and tilted
backward. Lowering speed is
controlled by the position
of the control lever. Lower
slowly and smoothly.
Slowly return the control lever to the neutral position so
that the load is not dropped or that the lift truck is not
tipped over due to the rapid stop of the load.
5. To put the load on a stack, align the lift
truck with the stack. Lift the load to eye
level and then tilt the load forward until it is
level. Raise the load higher than the point
where it will be placed. Do
not raise the load to a
point below where the
load is to be placed and
“jog” the load up into posi-
tion. This operation uses
added energy, particularly
with an electric lift truck. Be careful not to damage or
move adjacent loads.
WARNING
Move carefully and smoothly when the load is raised
over a stack. When the load is elevated the center of
gravity of the lift truck and the load is much higher.
The lift truck can tip over when the load is raised.
IF THE LIFT TRUCK TIPS OVER EITHER TO THE SIDE
OR FORWARD, DO NOT JUMP OFF! HOLD FIRMLY TO
STEERING WHEEL, BRACE YOUR FEET, AND LEAN
FORWARD AND AWAY FROM THE POINT OF IMPACT.
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