Still FM-X EW Series, Original Instructions Manual

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Operation
4
Handling loads
ified aisle width is not reduced by protruding
parts.
– Approach the racking carefully, brake gently
and stop just in front of the racking.
– Tilt the fork arms or lift mast until the fork
arms are horizontal.
– Raise the fork carriage to a position for clear
entry into the pallet or load.
– Release the brake.
– Drive up to the racking until the truck chassis
is as close as possible.
– Brake.
– Extend the reach carriage until the fork back
is resting on the load.
The load centre of gravity must be midway
between the fork arms.
– Slowly raise the fork carriage until the load
is lifted clear of the racking.
– Tilt the fork tips or lift mast to the drive side
only as far as necessary to stabilise the
load.
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