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surface. Make sure that all air is removed from
under the label and the corners and edges are
tight.
Operator Restraint System (See FIGURE 7. )
The seat belt, hip restraint brackets, seat and mounting
are all part of the operator restraint system. Each item
must be checked to make sure it is attached securely,
functions correctly and is in good condition.
The seat belt must latch securely. Make sure the seat belt
extends and retracts smoothly and is not damaged nor
torn.
Make sure the seat rails are not loose. The seat rails must
lock securely in position, but move freely when un-
locked. The seat rails must be securely attached to the
mounting surface.
FIGURE 7. CHECK THE SEAT
1. SEAT BELT
2. HIP RESTRAINT
3. SEAT RAIL
4. SEAT BELT RETRACTOR
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Steering Column Latch
Make sure the latch for the steering column operates
correctly. The latch must NOT allow the column to
move unless the latch is released.
Drive Belts
Check the drive belts for wear or damage.
Cooling System (See FIGURE 8.)
WARNING
DO NOT remove the radiator cap when the engine is
hot. When the pressure cap is removed from the ra-
diator, the pressure is released from the system. If the
system is hot, the steam and boiling coolant can cause
burns.
Make sure the coolant level is between the “FULL” and
the “ADD” mark on the auxiliary coolant reservoir. The
coolant will expand as it is heated and the level in the
auxiliary coolant reservoir will increase. Add coolant to
the auxiliary reservoir if additional coolant is needed.
Check the radiator fins. Clean the radiator with com-
pressed air or water as needed.
FIGURE 8. AUXILIARY COOLANT
RESERVOIR
1. AUXILIARY COOLANT RESERVOIR
2. RADIATOR
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Check For Fuel, Oil Or Coolant Leaks
WARNING
All fuels are very flammable and can burn or cause
an explosion. Do not use an open flame to check the
fuel level or to check for leaks in the fuel system. If
there is a leak in the fuel system, extra care must be
used during the repair. Do not operate the lift truck
until a leak is repaired.
Make a visual check for leaks on and under the lift truck.
If possible, find and repair the leak at the source. Leaks
often indicate a need for repair of damaged or worn
components. Leaks in an LPG fuel system are usually
not visible unless ice is visible. There is however, usual-
ly a strong odor. Fuel leaks MUST be repaired NOW.
