● Qualified operators are persons who, on the basis of their training, experience, instruction and
knowledge of the relevant standards and regulations, regulations for the prevention of accidents
and operating conditions, are Authorised by the persons responsible for the safety of the
workplace to carry out the respective required tasks whilst being able to recognize and prevent
potential associated dangers.
● Operation is only permitted on a level and firm floor/ground surface.
● It is strictly prohibited to overload the ramp. Before use, estimate the total mass of the forklift
and goods to avoid overloading. Failure to do this could cause axle deformation or damage,
resulting in unnecessary accidents such as collapse or overturning.
● Before each use, the entire yard ramp must be checked for stability or any damage. In
particular, the hydraulic system and tyres should be carefully inspected to make sure there is no
oil leakage in the hydraulic system or damage to the wheels and tyres.
● Do not use the ramp if there are any faults found during the inspection.
● Move with a forklift as far as possible in the straight of the axis of travel. The unit must not be
offset and must be used on flat, level ground for stability, in order to prevent sliding.
● In the course of raising and lowering the ramp, all personnel are strictly forbidden to access the
yard ramp.
● The hydraulic lifting cylinders of the yard ramp must not be pressurised continuously after they
reach maximum travel.
● The safety chains should be as tight and as horizontal as possible but allow for changes in
vehicle height caused by shifting loads.
● Only use genuine spare parts.
● Parts and/or instructions are subject to change without notice.
● When in use, connect the safety chains of the yard ramp to the vehicle.
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Avoid sudden stops in transit.
● Do not exceed the rated capacity.
● Always chock wheels when using the yard ramp.
● All circumstances cannot be addressed in these instructions. Please use common sense and
practise general safety measures when using this product.
7. OPERATIONAL METHOD
Loading and Unloading The Yard Ramp
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HEEVE FLEX SERIES YARD RAMP INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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