Manitou MLT 961-145 V PLUS L JD ST4 S1, Operator'S Manual

Page: 11 / 180

1 - 7
-The following are some tips for minimizing these vibration doses:
• Select the most suitable telehadler and attachment for the intended use �
• Adapt the seat adjustment to the operator's weight (according to telehadler model) and maintain it in good condition,
as well as the cab suspension � Inflate the tires in accordance with recommendations �
• Ensure that the operators adapt their operating speed to suit the conditions on site �
• As far as possible, arrange the site in such a way as to provide a flat running surface and remove obstacles and harmful
potholes �
C - MODIFICATION OF THE TELEHANDLER
-For your safety and that of others, you must not change the structure and settings of the various components used in your
telehadler (hydraulic pressure, calibrating limiters, engine speed, addition of extra equipment, addition of counterweight,
unapproved attachments, alarm systems, etc � ) yourself � In this event, the manufacturer cannot be held responsible �
D - FRENCH ROAD TRAFFIC RULES
(or see current legislation in other countries)
-Only one EC declaration of conformity is issued � It must be kept in a safe place �
-The road traffic rules of telehadlers are subject to the provisions of the highway code, according to the following categories:
• Construction-type trucks (MT range): public works vehicle not predominantly for use on roads (point 6 � 9 of Article R311-1 of the French Highway Code) � The truck must
have a 25 disc displayed on the rear of the vehicle and an operating licence plate �
• Agricultural-type trucks (MLT range) that are non-EC type approved tractors: (point 6 � 2 of Article R311/1 of the French Highway Code) � The truck must be fitted with
an operating licence plate �
• Agricultural-type trucks (MLT range) that are EC type approved tractors: agricultural tractor type T1a (point 5 � 1 � 1 of Article R311/1 of the French Highway Code) � The
truck must be registered �
SPECIAL INSTRUCTION APPLYING TO “EC TRACTOR” TYPE-APPROVED TELEHANDLERS
-All EC tractor type-approved telehadlers are supplied with an "EC tractor" certificate complying with directive 2003/37/EC, to be retained by the owner, and a page of
administrative details together with a CNIT number (national type approval code) for registration at the prefecture �
-The telehadler owner is responsible for carrying out the necessary procedures for obtaining the vehicle registration document within the time limit defined by the regulations �
-The operator must hold a category B driver's licence, unless granted an exemption �
-The telehadler must be driven on the public highway in accordance with the instructions given in the manual supplied with the telehadler (Gross weight, Gross combination
weight, towing load, axle loads, maximum speeds, etc � according to type/version) � The operator must be in possession of the telehadler’s registration document �
t
IMPORTANT
t
When towing a trailer or agricultural equipment, the travelling speed of the telehadler is limited to 25 km/h (15.5 mph). In this case, a "25" disc must be affixed to the rear
of the convoy.
E - TELEHANDLER CAB PROTECTION
-All telehadlers comply with the requirements of ISO 3471 (wheel loader code) regarding cab rollover protection (ROPS) and
ISO 3449 (Level II) regarding the protection of the cab against falling objects (FOPS) �
-"EC TRACTOR" type-approved telehadlers comply, in addition, with Directive 79/622/EC (OECD Code 4) regarding cab
rollover protection (ROPS) �
t
IMPORTANT
t
Structural damage or overturning, modification, changes or poorly executed repairs can reduce the protective efficiency of the cab, resulting in cancellation of its
compliance. Do not carry out any welding or drilling on the cab structure. Consult your dealer to determine the limits of this structure without cancelling its compliance.