Hyster H40-60XT, Operating Manual

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2. Travel with the lift mechanism raised only enough to
clear the ground or obstacles.
When the mast, carriage, or load is in a raised position, the
stability of the lift truck is reduced. This is also critical when
the lift truck is not carrying a load. The ability of the lift truck
to resist side tipping can be less on a lift truck without a
load than it is on a lift truck with a load in the lowered
(travel) position. Therefore, a lift truck without a load is
more likely to tip sideways, especially in a turn, than a lift
truck with a load carried in the lowered position.
WARNING
Some lift trucks have mirrors for viewing along the side
to observe the tail swing area. These mirrors are an aid
to the driver, but are NOT driving mirrors and must
NOT be used as such when operating in reverse.
Always look in the direction of travel to avoid damage
to something or injury to someone.
3. For better visibility with large loads, travel with the load
trailing, but always keep a proper lookout in the direction of
travel. Normally, direction of travel is determined by the
best visibility available to the operator. If the lift truck must
travel in a direction where visibility is obstructed, a lookout
helper is required. Never drive when visibility is obstructed.
4. When traveling up or down grades in excess of 5% with
a heavily loaded lift truck, keep the load upgrade to main-
tain control.
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