Safety
Operation Manual
10
Mounting/Dismounting
Warning
Failure to use proper safety procedures when mounting
and dismounting the forklift could result in death or serious
injury.
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Keep steps clear of dirt, mud, snow, ice, debris, and oth-
er hazards.
Face the forklift for mounting or dismount-
ing. Use hand holds and steps to maintain
three (3) points of contact at all times, either
both hands and one foot or both feet and one
hand.
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DO NOT use the controls, steering wheel, or foot pedals
as hand holds or steps. Avoid accidentally engaging or
disengaging a control.
DO NOT jump from the forklift. Clothing
can get caught on pedals, levers, or other
protruding parts. Landing on uneven surfaces
could result in death or serious personal
injury.
Work Site Safety
Warning
Use proper safety procedures and avoid
hazardous situations while operating the
forklift to prevent death, serious injury, or
property damage.
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Check the work site for any hazards before operating
the forklift.
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Check the work surface for loose soil conditions and
overhead power lines.
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Contact your local underground utility service or
digging hot line to mark all underground hazards.
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Learn the location of all underground hazards at the
work site, such as; gas and water pipes, electrical cables,
and sewers. Underground objects could cause death or
serious injury.
Warning
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Operate the forklift only on firm, stable surfaces. Holes,
obstructions, debris, loose fill, and other work site
hazards could result in death or serious injury.
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DO NOT allow bystanders in the work area.
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Avoid personnel, machinery, and forklifts in the work
area.
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Know the rules for movement of people and forklifts on
the work site.
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Follow work site signs and signals.
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Check boom clearance before driving under a door
opening, bridge, etc.
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Slow down when approaching obstructions. Use a
spotter, if necessary.
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Stop for poor visibility conditions, such as dust, smoke,
fog, etc. Wait until visibility improves before continuing.
Operate the forklift in an enclosed area only
if there is a ventilation system capable of
routing hazardous fumes outside. Engine
exhaust contains products of combustion
that could cause death or serious injury.
DO NOT operate the forklift if you are using
drugs, alcohol, or any medication that might
impair your judgment or ability.
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You must be 18 years of age or older to operate the
forklift.
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DO NOT operate the forklift on roads. The reach forklift
is not equipped for road travel.
Warning
California Proposition 65
Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and
other reproductive harm.
DO NOT use the forklift as a work platform
or personnel carrier. Falling of attachments
could result in death or serious injury.
Warning
