Motrec T-448HD, Operator And Maintenance Manual

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Instructions
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SAFETY WARNINGS FOR OPERATORS
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FAILURE TO OBEY THE FOLLOWING SAFETY RULES MAIN RESULT IN SEVERE INJURY.
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It is the responsibility of the owner of this vehicle to train operators to ensure that they understand the operating
characteristics of this vehicle, including training in vehicle stability, and obey the following safety rules and
guidelines. Owner shall comply with OSHA and ASME/ANSI B56.8 & B56.9 regulations for vehicle use,
safety rules, operator training and certification. Do not drive this vehicle unless you are a qualified operator.
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Do not drive this vehicle under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
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Do not drive this vehicle on public roads and highways. This vehicle is designed to be driven in buildings.
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The electrical system of this vehicle will make sparks which can ignite inflammable materials. Never use the
vehicle in hazardous areas where there are inflammable materials, explosive dust or fumes in the air.
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Have your vehicle inspected regularly by trained personnel, and cease operation if a malfunction occurs.
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Do not open battery compartment to prevent battery explosion, acid splashing, severe damage to eyes or skin.
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Do not open motor compartment. Keep clear from moving, rotating(wheels, sheaves, etc) or lifting parts.
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Never carry more passengers than number allowed for this vehicle. Wait until all occupants are seated and
holding on before moving. Always keep all body parts inside vehicle. Keep both hands on steering wheel.
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Do not exceed the vehicle cargo load capacity and gross trailing weight capacity, rated for flat hard even surface.
Different operating conditions such as loose terrain or ramps reduce vehicle capacity.
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Avoid loose, unbalanced or top-heavy loads to keep a good stability and prevent overturn. Do not load cargo that
can fall off the vehicle. Do not carry cargo that is longer, wider or higher than this vehicle.
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Always depress slowly the accelerator for smooth acceleration. Avoid stunt driving or horseplay.
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Avoid sharp turns, always slow down before turning, to prevent vehicle overturn or trailer jack knife. Vehicle is
more sensitive to overturn and jack knife when traveling on inclines or when carrying a heavy load.
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Always drive straight up and down the face of an incline, never across the face, to prevent overturn and trailer
jack knife. Drive slower and start applying brakes sooner on inclines to adjust for longer stopping distance.
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Use extra care and drive slowly in reverse, in congested areas or on wet or slippery ground.
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Keep to the right under normal conditions. Maintain a safe distance from all objects.
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Slow down and sound the horn when approaching a corner or other blind intersections.
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Before leaving the vehicle, park on a level ground flat surface, turn off all switches, set the forward/reverse
switch to neutral, set the parking brake, remove the key. Do not park the vehicle on an incline.
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Before battery charging, park the vehicle in a well ventilated area set for. Do not operate it when charging. To
interrupt a charging cycle, disconnect the AC plug; disconnecting the DC plug or a battery terminal, or operating
the vehicle, could damage the charger and produce a spark, battery explosion and acid splashing.
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Use another driver to steer this vehicle while it is towed. Be sure the driver uses brakes when you slow or stop
the towing vehicle. Do not exceed 5 MPH or carry any passenger while towing this vehicle.