Operation
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5.18 Driving on Slopes
Always take great care when driving on a slope as the risk of an accident is increased.
If a slope is greater than 5% the following guidelines must be followed.
Do:
Drive slowly and use the brakes gently.
Drive directly up or down the slope in standard mode.
Ensure the
forks face
uphill
when driving up or down a slope
with a load
.
Ideally the
forks should face
downhill
when driving up or down a slope
without a load
.
Keep the mast tilted back and the forks approximately 100mm (4˝) off the
ground.
Raise the forks at the bottom of a slope to prevent them from fouling the
ground if necessary.
Driving in this way aids stability, traction and adhesion (meaning the truck is less likely
to tip over or skid). If it is not possible to drive up and down the incline with the forks
positioned as above then take great care and use additional means to secure the load
such as ratchet straps if necessary.
With Load
Without Load
