Manitou MT 732, Operator'S Manual

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18 - PARKING BRAKE LEVER
To prevent accidental loosening or release, the lever is fitted with safety locking.
- To apply the parking brake, pull the lever backwards (position A).
- To loosen the parking brake, release and push the lever forwards (position B).
19 - STEERING SELECTOR
Before selecting one of the three possible steering positions, bring the 4 wheels into
alignment, i.e., in the straight ahead position.
A - STEERING SELECTION LEVER
A1 - Front wheel steer (highway traffic).
A2 - Front and rear wheels steer in opposite direction (4 wheel steer).
A3 - Front and rear wheels steer in the same direction (crab steer).
B - GREEN LAMPS FOR ALIGNMENT OF THE WHEELS
These lamps come on to indicate the alignment of the wheels, in relation to the axle of the
lift truck. The lamp B1 for the front wheels and the lamp B2 for the rear wheels.
C - SWITCH FOR ALIGNMENT OF THE WHEELS
This switch enables the use or not of the device for alignment of the wheels.The indicator
light indicates its use.
WHEEL ALIGNMENT PROCEDURE
- Connect the switch (signal light ON).
- Shift the distributor control lever for steering selection A in position A2 (4 wheel steering).
- Turn the steering wheel and bring the rear wheels into alignment until the lamp B2 is on.
- Shift the distributor control lever for steering selection A in position A1 (highway traffic).
- Turn the steering wheel and bring the front wheels into alignment until the lamp B1 is on.
Before driving on roads, it is necessary to check the alignment of the rear wheels and to drive in front wheel steer. The control of the
alignment of the rear wheels must be regularly done with the help of the green lamps, while driving the lift truck. In case of anomalies,
consult your dealer.
B2
B1
B
A
B
C
A3
A1
A2
A
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