Operating LPG-Powered Forklifts
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Changing the LPG Tank
CAUTION!
Under no circumstances what so ever may the LPG tank
replacement be performed near a lighted cigarette, lighted
match, gas stove burner, electric heater, motor or any other
electric appliance that emits sparks, flame or any type of fire (
referred to collectively as “fire” below).
WARNING!
To avoid serious injury from fire or explosion, you must follow
these rules:
• Switch ignition and lights off.
• Change tanks only in well ventilated, approved areas.
• No fire or flames allowed.
• Check all connections for damage or missing parts.
• Check for leaks.
• Do not restart until all smell of gas is gone.
• If truck will not restart, get a mechanic to inspect it.
• Filling tanks requires special procedures. Make sure some-
one explains them all to you.
ENGINE HOOD
Opening
1.
Pull the set pin at the bottom left portion of the tank bracket.
2.
Bring the clamped tank with the bracket down toward the
rear side of the vehicle.
3.
Move the seat to the front position.
4.
When the engine hood lock release lever on the lower left
side of the parking brake lever is pulled backward, the steer-
ing column is tilted forward and the engine hood is unlocked.
5.
Hold the engine hood using the clearance underneath, and
raise it.
6.
Fully open the engine hood and release it after cheking sure
locking for the hood stay.
WARNING!
Operating the truck without locking the engine hood can result
in serious injury or death if the truck overturns.