Manitou MC 18-2 D K ST5 S1, Operator'S Manual

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- Never stack loads on uneven ground, they may tip over.
- The load or the attachment must not be left just above a structure for long periods at a time because of the descending
mast. In such a case, a constant watch must be kept and the height of the forks or the attachment readjusted if necessary.
- When working near aerial lines, ensure that the safety distance is sufficient between the working area of the lift truck
and the aerial line.
IMPORTANT
You must consult your local electrical agency.
You could be electrocuted or seriously injured if you operate or park the lift truck too close to power cables.
In the event of high winds, do not carry out handling work that jeopardises the stability of the lift truck and its load, particularly if the load catches the wind badly.
- Prevent fire risks associated with use in dusty and flammable conditions (e.g. straw, flour, sawdust, organic waste, etc.).
D - VISIBILITY
- The safety of people within the lift truck's working area, as well as that of the lift truck itself and the operator are depend
on good operator visibility of the lift truck's immediate vicinity in all situations and at all times.
- This lift truck has been designed to allow good operator visibility (direct or indirect by means of rear-view mirrors) of the
immediate vicinity of the lift truck while travelling with no load and with the mast in the transport position.
- Special precautions must be taken if the size of the load restricts visibility towards the front:
• Moving in reverse,
• Site layout,
• assisted by a person directing the manoeuvre (while standing outside the truck's area of travel), making sure to keep
this person clearly in view at all times,
• In any event, avoid reversing over long distances.
- If visibility of your road is inadequate, ask someone to assist by directing the manoeuvre (while standing outside the
truck's area of travel), making sure to keep this person clearly in view at all times.
- Keep all components affecting visibility in a clean, properly adjusted state and in good working order (e.g. windscreens,
windows, windscreen wipers, windscreen washers, driving and work lights, rear-view mirrors).
E - STARTING THE LIFT TRUCK
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT
The lift truck must only be started up or manoeuvred when the operator is sitting in the driver’s cab, with his seat belt adjusted and fastened.
- Never try to start the lift truck by pushing or hauling it. Such an operation may cause severe damage to the transmission.
If necessary, towing requires the transmission to be put in neutral ( 3 - MAINTENANCE).
- If using an emergency battery for start-up, use a battery with the same characteristics and respect battery polarity when
connecting it. Connect at first the positive terminals before the negative terminals.
IMPORTANT
Failure to respect polarity between batteries can cause serious damage to the electrical circuit.
The electrolyte in the battery may produce an explosive gas. Avoid flames and generation of sparks close to the batteries.
Never disconnect a battery while it is charging.
INSTRUCTIONS
- Check the closing and locking of the hood(s).
- For lift trucks operating on gas carburisation, open the gas bottle.
- Ensure that the forward/reverse selector is set to neutral.
- Turn the ignition key to the position I to activate the electrical and preheat system.
- Check the fuel level on the indicator.
- Turn the ignition key fully, the engine should then start. Release the ignition key and let the engine run at idle.
- Do not engage the starter motor for more than 15 seconds and carry out the preheating between unsuccessful attempts.
- Make sure all the signal lights on the control instrument panel are off.
- Check all control instruments when the engine is warm and at regular intervals during use, so as to quickly detect any
faults and to be able to correct them without any delay.
- If an instrument does not show the correct display, stop the engine and immediately carry out the necessary operations.
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