Skyjack SJ643 TH, Operating Manual

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Section 5 – Operation Handling Loads at Variable Heights
5.8-3 Placing a Load
1.
Move the transmission lever to neutral and apply
parking brake.
2.
Check that the telehandler is level using the level
indicator. Adjust frame level if necessary.
3.
Extend boom to the desired reach and tilt forks
forward in a horizontal position.
4.
Place load in a horizontal position then lower
boom until load is completely off the forks. Do
not apply downward force with the forks.
5.
Free the forks gradually by lowering and
retracting the boom alternately.
6.
When forks are clear of the load, fully retract the
boom and return to transport position.
5.9 Handling Loads at Variable
Heights
WARNING
▪
Handle only loads within the rated capacity as
shown on the capacity charts mounted on the
telehandler.
▪
Ensure the capacity chart used corresponds
to the attachment fitted to the telehandler.
▪
Use only manufacturer’s approved
attachments. The use of non-approved
attachments may cause telehandler instability
and tip-over, which may result in severe injury
or death to operators or bystanders.
▪
Ensure that the load center for the load is at
or within 24 in of forks (refer to
Figure 26 ).
▪
Deploy outriggers to stabilize the telehandler
during operations involving heavy loads.
▪
Use a spotter when possible to assist in
handling the load (refer to
Section 1.3 ).
5.9-1 Picking up a Load
1.
Move transmission lever to neutral and apply
parking brake.
2.
Check that telehandler is level using the level
indicator. Adjust frame level if necessary.
3.
Ensure the forks are as far apart as possible for
the width of the load. This increases the stability
of the load and the lift.
4.
Approach load slowly, raise and extend the
boom until the forks are perpendicular to the
load.
5.
Extend and lower the boom to insert the forks
under load; making sure not to extend forks past
the load so that any loads or equipment behind
the load being lifted are not damaged, then raise
it 5 to 10 in.
6.
Tilt forks backwards. Fully retract the boom, then
check telehandler stability before transporting
the load (refer to
Section 5.8-2 ).
5.9-2 Placing a Load
1.
Move transmission lever to neutral and apply
parking brake.
2.
Check that the telehandler is level using the level
indicator. Adjust frame level if necessary.
3.
Raise and extend boom until the load is
perpendicular over placement point.
4.
Place the load in a horizontal position and lower
boom until the load is completely off the forks.
Do not apply downward force with the forks.
5.
Free the forks gradually by lowering and
retracting the boom alternately.
6.
When forks are clear of the load, fully retract the
boom and return to transport position.