PAGE 4 — TB12SE/TB12PE TUFFTRUK POWER BUGGY • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (04/01/22)
SAFETY INFORMATION
NEVER
use accessories or attachments that are not
recommended by Multiquip for this equipment. Damage
to the equipment and/or injury to user may result.
ALWAYS
know the location of the nearest
fi re extinguisher.
ALWAYS
know the location of the nearest
fi rst aid kit.
ALWAYS
know the location of the nearest phone or
keep
a phone on the job site.
Also, know the phone numbers
of the nearest
ambulance, doctor
and
fi re department.
This information will be invaluable in the case of an
emergency.
TUFFTRUK SAFETY
DANGER
NEVER
operate the equipment in an explosive
atmosphere or near combustible materials. An
explosion or fi re could result causing severe
bodily harm or even death.
WARNING
Accidental starting can cause severe injury or death.
ALWAYS
place the ON/OFF switch in the OFF position.
NEVER
disconnect any
emergency or safety devices.
These devices are intended for operator safety.
Disconnection of these devices can cause severe injury,
bodily harm or even death. Disconnection of any of these
devices will void all warranties.
NEVER
approach power lines with any part of the
TuffTruk unless all local, state/provincial and federal
(OSHA) required safety precautions have been taken.
Use extreme caution when approaching high voltage
power lines.
CAUTION
ALWAYS
inspect the surface over which you will travel.
Look for holes, drop-offs and obstacles. Look for rough
and weak spots on docks, ramps or fl oor.
ALWAYS
Look for oil spills, wet spots and slippery
surfaces. Look for soft soil, deep mud and standing water.
Watch for anything that might make you lose control or
cause the TuffTruk to tip over.
ALWAYS
clear away trash and debris. Pick up anything
that might puncture the tires.
ALWAYS
make sure aisles, ramps, doorways and
passages are clear.
ALWAYS
plan your work. Make sure you know where
you will make your pickups, dumps and turns. Before
you take a load, know where you will place it.
NEVER
travel down a slope with
a
full load
. The possibility exists
of tipping.
DO NOT
operate the TuffTruk on
unsafe haul roads, load areas,
and dump areas.
DO NOT
operate TuffTruk on excessive slopes with a
grade higher than 25° (45%), forward and backward.
DO NOT
operate TuffTruk on extremely uneven surfaces.
NEVER
allow people to ride inside the tub/bucket.
DO NOT
operate the TuffTruk at excessive speeds.
Reckless operation may cause accidents and severe
injury. Slow down when approaching people, wet areas,
and going up and down grades. It is the responsibility of
the operator to adjust speed, as necessary, depending
on the conditions of the road or path.
Forward travel speed should not exceed 4 mph
(6.44 km/h). Reverse travel speed should not exceed
1.5 mph (2.42 km/h).
ALLOW
extra time to stop when operating the TuffTruk
on wet surfaces or loosely graded materials.
DO NOT
dump materials from bucket/tub while the
TuffTruk is moving.
TIPPING OF BUGGY
CAN OCCUR
WARNING
