Operation Manual
62
www.XMFG.com
Operation
Failure to follow proper safety procedures
when lifting, lowering, and traveling with
a load could cause death, serious injury, or
property damage.
Figure 98. Lower Attachment to Ground in Level Position.
9.
Lower the attachment to the ground in a level position.
Keep the telehandler, attachments, and loads
a safe distance from electrical power lines.
•
Remain at least 10 feet, plus an additional 0.4 inches for
each 1,000 volts over 50,000 volts, from active power
lines and other power sources.
•
Work site operating directives and/or local or state
codes might require a greater distance.
•
Know the maximum height and reach of this telehandler.
Warning
10.
Tilt and lower boom until pivot pins (A) have disconnected
from attachment hooks (B).
Figure 99. Tilt and Lower Boom to Release Pivot Pins (A) from Attach-
ment Hooks (B).
11.
Retract the boom to fully disconnect the attachment from
the quick attach link.
Load Handling
Death or serious injury by electrocution
will result from contact with or inadequate
clearance with energized power lines or
apparatus.
•
Never operate the telehandler in an area where active
overhead power lines, overhead or underground
cables, or other power sources exist.
•
Contact the appropriate power or utility company
to de-energize power lines or take other suitable
precautions.
Danger
DO NOT exceed the manufacturer’s rated
load for any auxiliary attachment. Any
attempt to lift or carry loads in excess of
the manufacturer’s rated load may cause
telehandler tip over, loss of load, or structural
damage which could result in death, serious injury, or
property damage.
Warning
Failure to keep personnel clear of the load
area while the load is being raised or lowered
could result in death or serious injury. DO
NOT lift, swing, or move a load over anyone
or over a telehandler cab.
•
Review the rated load capacity of each auxiliary
attachment before performing any operation.
•
Use the correct load chart and NEVER exceed specified
weights and load centers.
•
DO NOT exceed the manufacturer’s recommended load
capacity.
•
DO NOT operate the telehandler with an unsafe load
distribution.
•
Adjust the load as necessary, especially for nonstandard
loads.
•
Use caution when handling loose material that can fall
into the cab.
•
Remove overhanging load materials, when possible,
A
B
