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SAFETY
The proper and safe lubrication and maintenance
for these lift trucks, recommended by Mitsubishi
Forklift Trucks, are outlined in the OPERATION &
MAINTENANCE MANUAL.
Read and understand the OPERATION & MAINTE-
NANCE MANUAL before performing any lubrica-
tion or maintenance on these trucks.
Improper performance of lubrication or mainte-
nance procedures is dangerous and could result
in injury or death.
The serviceman or mechanic may be unfamiliar with
many of the systems on this truck. This makes it
important to use caution when performing service
work. A knowledge of the system and/or components
is important before the removal or disassembly of any
component.
Because of the size of some of the truck components,
the serviceman or mechanic should check the weights
noted in this Manual. Use proper lifting procedures
when removing any components.
Following is a list of basic precautions that should
always be observed.
(1) Read and understand all warning plates and
decals on the truck before operating, lubricating or
repairing the product.
(2) Always wear protective glasses and protective
shoes when working around trucks. In particular,
wear protective glasses when pounding on any
part of the truck or its attachments with a hammer
or sledge. Use welders gloves, hood/goggles,
apron and other protective clothing appropriate to
the welding job being performed. Do not wear
loose fitting or torn clothing. Remove all rings from
fingers when working on machinery.
(3) Do not work on any truck that is supported only by
lift jacks or a hoist. Always use blocks or jack
stands to support the truck before performing any
disassembly.
(4) Lower the forks or other implements to the ground
before performing any work on the truck. If this
cannot be done, make sure the forks or other
implements are blocked correctly to prevent them
from dropping unexpectedly.
Do not operate these trucks unless you have read
and understood the instructions in the OPERA-
TION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL. Improper truck
operation is dangerous and could result in injury
or death.
(5) Use steps and grab handles (if applicable) when
mounting or dismounting a truck. Clean any mud
or debris from steps, walkways or work platforms
before using. Always face truck when using steps,
ladders and walkways. When it is not possible to
use the designed access system, provide ladders,
scaffolds, or work platforms to perform safe repair
operations.
(6) To avoid back injury, use a hoist when lifting com-
ponents which weigh 23 kg or more. Make sure all
chains, hooks, slings, etc., are in good condition
and are of the correct capacity. Be sure hooks are
positioned correctly. Lifting eyes are not to be side
loaded during a lifting operation.
(7) To avoid burns, be alert for hot parts on trucks
which have just been stopped and hot fluids in
lines, tubes and compartments.
(8) Be careful when removing cover plates. Gradually
back off the last two bolts or nuts located at oppo-
site ends of the cover or device and pry cover
loose to relieve any spring or other pressure,
before removing the last two bolts or nuts com-
pletely.
(9) Be careful when removing filler caps, breathers
and plugs on the truck. Hold a rag over the cap or
plug to prevent being sprayed or splashed by liq-
uids under pressure. The danger is even greater if
the truck has just been stopped because fluids
can be hot.
(10)Always use tools that are in good condition and
be sure you understand how to use them before
performing any service work.
(11)Reinstall all fasteners with same part number. Do
not use a lesser quality fastener if replacements
are necessary.
(12)If possible, make all repairs with the truck parked
on a level, hard surface. Block truck so it does not
roll while working on or under truck.
WARNING
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