Be sure that you have read and understand the information in this Operator's Manual and are trained
and authorized before operating the lift truck.
A lift truck can be dangerous if not used properly. Safe operation is the responsibility of the
A lift truck can be dangerous if not used properly. Safe operation is the responsibility of the
operator.
operator.
Do not start or operate the truck, or any of its functions or attachments, from any place other
Do not start or operate the truck, or any of its functions or attachments, from any place other
than the designated operator's position.
than the designated operator's position.
Inspect your lift truck before operating at the start of each shift. Before putting your truck to
Inspect your lift truck before operating at the start of each shift. Before putting your truck to
use, check the operation of the controls and all systems.
use, check the operation of the controls and all systems.
Protect yourself. Do not operate truck without a DRIVER'S OVERHEAD GUARD unless
Protect yourself. Do not operate truck without a DRIVER'S OVERHEAD GUARD unless
conditions prevent its use. Do not remove overhead guard unless specifically authorized.
conditions prevent its use. Do not remove overhead guard unless specifically authorized.
Use special care if operation without this safety device is required.
Use special care if operation without this safety device is required.
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5. STARTING AND OPERATING PROCEDURES
5. STARTING AND OPERATING PROCEDURES
1. BEFORE OPERATING THE TRUCK
1. BEFORE OPERATING THE TRUCK