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Cross railroad tracks at an angle wherever
possible. Do not park closer than 6 ft (1800
mm) to the nearest rail of a railroad track.
Keep a clear view of the path of travel and
observe for other traffic, personnel, and
safe clearances.
Ascend or descend grades slowly, and with
caution. Avoid turning, if possible, and use
extreme caution on grades, ramps, or in-
clines; normally travel straight up and
down.
Under all travel conditions, operate the unit
at a speed that will permit it to be brought to
a stop in a safe manner.
Make starts, stops, turns, or direction rever-
sals in a smooth manner so as not shift load
and/or overturn the unit.
Do not indulge in stunt driving or horseplay.
Slow down for wet and slippery floors.
Before driving over a dockboard or bridge
plate, be sure that it is properly secured.
Drive carefully and slowly across the dock-
board or bridge plate, and never exceed its
rated capacity.
Do not drive units onto any elevator unless
specially authorized to do so. Do not ex-
ceed the capacity of the elevator. Approach
elevators slowly, and then enter squarely
after the elevator car is properly leveled.
Once on the elevator, neutralize the con-
trols, shut off power, and set brakes. It is
advisable that all other presonnel leave the
elevator before the unit is allowed to enter
or leave.
When negotiating turns, reduce speed to a
safe level consistent with the operating en-
vironment. Make the turns smoothly.
Motorized hand unit operation requires spe-
cial safety considerations as follows:
A never operate with greasy hands;
B foot protection is recommended;
C do not ride on the unit;
D keep feet clear of unit frame while oper-
ating.
E always keep hands and fingers inside
the protected area of the control handle;
F
be cautious when traveling in reverse
due to steering characteristics;
G use caution when turning into an aisle;
H never travel at a speed greater than nor-
mal walking speed (approximately 3.5
mph [5.6 km/h]);
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always place both hands on the control
handle when operating;
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always operate with ohe hand on con-
trols.
At the beginning of each shift and before
operating the unit, check its conditon, giving
special attention to the following:
A condition of tires
B if pneumatic tires, check inflation pres-
sures
C warning and safety devices
D lights
E battery
F
controls
G chains and cables
H limit switches
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steering mechanism
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additional items or special equipment as
specified by the user and/or manufac-
turer
If the unit is found to be in need of repair or
in any way unsafe, or contributes to an un-
safe condition, the matter shall be reported
immediately to the users designated au-
thority, and the unit shall not be operated
until it has been restored to safe operating
condition.
If during operation the unit becomes unsafe
in any way, the matter shall be reported im-
mediately to the users designated authori-
ty, and the unit shall not be operated until it
has been restored to safe operating condi-
tion.
Do not use open flames when checking
electrolyte level in storage batteries.
Do not make repairs or adjustments unless
specifically authorized to do so.
Operation of the unit may be hazardous if
maintenance is neglected or repairs, re-
builds, or adjustments are not performed in
accordance with the manufacturers design
criteria. Therefore, maintenance facilities
(on or off premises), trained personnel, and
detailed procedures shall be provided.
Parts manuals and maintenance manuals
may be obtained from the unit manufactur-
er.
In unusual cases not covered by the manu-
als referred above, consult the unit manu-
facturer.
Maintenance and inspection of the unit
shall be performed in conformance with the
following practices:
A a schedules planned maintenance, lu-
brication, and inspection system shall
be followed; consult the manufacturers
recommendations;
B only trained and authorized personnel
shall be permitted to maintain, repair,
adjust, and inspect the unit, and in ac-
cordance with manufacturers specifica-
tions.
Before starting inspection and repair of the
unit:
A raise drive wheels free of floor or dis-
connect battery and use chocks or other
positive unit positioning devices;
B block chassis before working on them;
C disconnect battery before working on
the electrical system;
D the charger connector shall be plugged
only into the battery connector and nev-
er into the unit connector.
Operation of the unit to check performance
shall be conducted in an authorized area
where safe clearance exists.
A Before starting to operate the unit:
(1) be in operating position;
(2) place directional controls in neutral;
(3) turn switch to ON position;
(4) check function of steering, warning
devices, and breaks;
B Before leaving the unit:
(1) stop unit;
(2) place directional controls in neutral;
(3) stop the engine or turn off power;
(4) turn off the control circuit;
(5) if the unit must be left on an incline,
block the wheels.
Avoid fire hazards and have fire protection
equipment present in the work area. Do not
use any open flame to check the level or to
check for leakage of any fluid, especially
battery electrolyte. Do not use open pans of
fuel or flammable cleaning fluids for clean-
ing parts.
Properly ventilate work area, vent exhaust
fumes, and keep shop clean and dry.
Brakes, steering mechanisms, control
mechanisms, warning devices, articulating
axle stops, and frame members shall be
carefully and regularly inspected and main-
tanined in safe operating condition.
Any unit not in safe operating condition
shall be removed from service.
Precautions.
Repairs shall not be made in
Class I, Class II, and Class III locations.
Repairs to the electrical system of battery-
powered units shall be performed only after
the battery has been disconnected.
Operating Temperature.
Where tempera-
ture of any part of the unit is found to be in
excess of its normal operating temperature
and creates a hazardous condition, the unit
shall be removed from service and shall not
be returned to service until the cause for
such overheating has been eliminated.
Fire Prevention.
The unit shall be kept in a
clean condition and reasonably free of lint,
excess oil, and grease. Noncombustible
agents are preferred for cleaning the unit.
Flammable liquids [those having flash
points at or above 100°F (37,8°C)] are not
allowed. Precautions regarding toxicity,
ventilation, and fire hazard shall be appro-
priate for the agent or solvent used.
Nameplate Visibility: The unit type designa-
tions as shown on the nameplate and the
type markers shall not be covered over with
paint so that their identification information
is obscured.
Operator care of the unit
MAINTENANCE AND RE-
BUILD PRACTICES
FIRE SAFETY STANDARD
Maintenance
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