DHOLLANDIA
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If pushed out too far, the load can fall off the platform, and cause serious bodily injury or death to other people. Deploy the cart-
stops or retention ramp before pushing out the load. If not available, push the load slowly while checking the outboard platform
edges.
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The load must ALWAYS be secured when raising or lowering
on the liftgate, 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 liftgate.
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For loads on wheels, engage wheel brakes of carts, trolleys
and machinery (if available) before operating the liftgate.
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For loads that could slip, the use of original DHOLLANDIA cart-stops, retention ramp(s) 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 from page 49 onwards for correct use of original DHOLLANDIA cart stops and retention ramp(s).
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NEVER leave the liftgate 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 liftgate in open position unattended can result in serious bodily injury or death to
unaware bystanders. See section 9 for instructions on properly stowing platform into its travel position.
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NEVER move the vehicle with the liftgate in the open position. ALWAYS close and secure the doors of the vehicle, stow the
liftgate 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 liftgate in its travel position prior to moving the vehicle may result in serious bodily
injury or death.
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Use of the liftgate near vehicular traffic may result in serious bodily injury or death from being struck by another vehicle. When
operating the liftgate 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 liftgate is in use. Dhollandia recommends use of warning cones to clearly identify to drivers that
the liftgate is being operated. When the liftgate 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 liftgate with the rear doors partially open. Doing so may damage the doors or the liftgate 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 liftgate. DO NOT operate the liftgate until the contents of this
manual have been read and fully understood. Improper use of the liftgate increases the risk of serious bodily injury or death to
the operator and any bystanders.
