Operation Manual
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Operation
1. Do not exceed the telehandler’s load capacity (as shown
on the load chart).
2. Only lift the load vertically, and never drag it horizontally.
3. Transport the load with the bottom of the load and the
boom as low as possible.
4. With the load elevated, move the telehandler slowly
and cautiously. Only move the telehandler to the extent
needed to raise, transport, and place the load.
5. Use guy lines to restrain load swing if possible.
Pick Up A Load
1. Use correct load chart to review the rated load capacity of
the carriage or auxiliary attachment being used. NEVER
exceed specified weights and load centers.
2. Approach the load slowly and squarely with the fork tips
straight and level.
3. Adjust the spacing of the forks so they engage the pallet
or load at its maximum width. NEVER use just one fork to
lift a load.
4. Insert forks under the load until the load is against the
fork frame.
5. Tilt the forks back, and raise the boom slightly to secure
the load.
Avoid carrying a suspended load. If necessary,
secure the load by attaching it to the
telehandler tie-downs and/or have another
person assist with safely steadying the
load. The handling of suspended loads can
introduce dynamic forces drastically affecting
the stability of the telehandler. Grades and sudden starts,
stops, and turns can cause the load to swing and create
a hazard if not stabilized. Swinging loads can become
unstable, and could cause death, serious injury, or property
damage.
Suspended Loads
Fig 73. Boom Lift Point
Warning
Place A Load
1.
Before placing the load, refer to the appropriate load
capacity chart to determine safe boom extension range.
2.
Position the telehandler and place the Gear Selector in
Neutral.
3.
Set the Parking Brake switch to ON (engaged).
4.
Align the forks at the level the load is to be placed.
5.
Extend the boom slowly until the load is just above the area
where it is to be placed.
6.
Lower the boom until the pallet rests in position and the
forks are free to retract.
7.
Retract the forks slowly from under the load.
Carry A Load
1.
Carry the load as low as possible while maintaining good
ground clearance and visibility.
2.
Back away slowly.
3.
To travel with a load, use low speed. NEVER travel at higher
speeds when carrying a load.
Load Shift
1.
If the load shifts, stop the telehandler immediately.
2.
Lower and adjust the load to center its weight.
3.
If the load shift is too great for adjustment, rearrange the
load before attempting to move the telehandler.