OPERATING THE SLT30 AC TRUCK
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• A load that is not distributed
properly (keep the heavier items
near the load backrest).
• Driving across a slope.
• Driving on a slope with the load
facing downhill.
DANGER
If you sense your forklift is going to
tip-over, follow these instructions:
1.
Lean away from the direction
the truck is tipping.
2.
Hold on to the steering wheel.
3.
Brace your feet.
4.
Don’t jump.
Turning
DANGER
Follow these rules when you carry a
load to help prevent the truck from
tipping:
• Slow down. Your forklift can tip
over if you turn at a high rate of
speed.
• Sound the horn as you reach
the intersection to warn
pedestrians and other
equipment operators you are
approaching the intersection.
• Always follow the rules of the
road and yield to other
equipment operators and
pedestrians as required.
Transporting a Load
Follow these reminder guidelines
when you transport a load:
• DO NOT speed.
• Use your horn to warn others of
danger.
• Make sure the load is seated
firmly against the load backrest.
• Tilt the mast back.
• Lower the load to recommended
traveling position before moving
the load to another location.
• Be alert to overhead
obstructions such as low
doorways, racking, and pipes.
Make sure you know the raised
and lowered heights of the
mast.
• Make sure the load is not wider
than the width of the gangways
or aisles, especially if you are
backing a bulky load down an
incline.
Failure to follow these
guidelines could cause
serious injury or death.
• A lateral tip-over can
occur if your truck is
improperly operated.
• Slow down before turning.
• Failure to slow down can
cause serious injury or
death.
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