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DHOLLANDIA
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The load must ALWAYS be secured when raising or
lowering on the tail lift, to prevent it from shifting position
and rolling off the platform edges. Failure to properly
secure the load will increase the risk of serious bodily injury
or death to the operator or any bystanders.
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When using a pallet jack, lower and rest the pallet or load
upon the platform surface before operating the tail lift.
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For loads on wheels, engage wheel brakes of carts, trolleys
and machinery (if available) before operating the tail lift.
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For loads that could slip, the use of original DHOLLANDIA
cart-stops or an appropriate alternative securement device (ex. ratchet straps) is required. The load must not be able to move
during movement of the platform. See 9.8 page 44 for correct use of original DHOLLANDIA cart stops.
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NEVER leave the tail lift unattended in open position. Before leaving the vehicle unattended, close the doors of the vehicle,
stow the platform in its travel position and switch OFF the main battery disconnect switch in the external control box (if so
equipped), or the cab switch. Leaving the tail lift in open position unattended can result in serious bodily injury or death to
unaware bystanders. See 9.6 page 36 (or see 9.7 page 40) for instructions on properly stowing platform into its travel position.
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NEVER move the vehicle with the tail lift in the open position. ALWAYS close and secure the doors of the vehicle, stow the
tail lift in its travel position and switch OFF the main battery disconnect switch in the external control box (if so equipped), or
the cab switch, before moving the vehicle. If so equipped, close the mechanical platform lock after stowing the platform in its
travel position. Failure to properly stow the tail lift in its travel position prior to moving the vehicle may result in serious bodily
injury or death.
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Use of the tail lift near vehicular traffic may result in serious bodily injury or death from being struck by another vehicle. When
operating the tail lift on or near a street or parking lot, be sure to stay clear of vehicular traffic. ALWAYS be sure to clearly
identify to other drivers that the tail lift is in use. Dhollandia recommends use of warning cones to clearly identify to drivers that
the tail lift is being operated. When the tail lift is operated near vehicular traffic, wear working clothes in high-visibility colors
and a retro-reflective safety vest.
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DO NOT raise the tail lift with the rear doors partially open. Doing so may damage the doors or the tail lift platform and may
also result in serious bodily injury or death to the operator or any bystanders.
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Above all, USE GOOD COMMON SENSE when operating the tail lift. DO NOT operate the tail lift until the contents of this
manual have been read and fully understood. Improper use of the tail lift increases the risk of serious bodily injury or death to
the operator and any bystanders.