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5. To put the load on a stack, align the lift truck with the
stack. Lift the load to eye level and then tilt the load forward
until it is level. Raise the load higher than the point where it
will be placed. Do not raise the load to a point below where
the load is to be placed and “jog” the load up into position.
This operation uses added energy, particularly with an elec-
tric lift truck. Be careful not to damage or move adjacent
loads.
WARNING
Move carefully and smoothly when the load is raised
over a stack. When the load is elevated the center of
gravity of the lift truck and the load is much higher. The
lift truck can tip over when the load is raised.
IF THE LIFT TRUCK TIPS OVER EITHER TO THE SIDE
OR FORWARD, DO NOT JUMP OFF! HOLD FIRMLY TO
STEERING WHEEL, BRACE YOUR FEET, AND LEAN
FORWARD AND AWAY FROM THE POINT OF IMPACT.
Move forward slowly. When the load is in position for lower-
ing on a stack, tilt the mast to a vertical position and lower
the load. Lower the forks just enough to remove them from
under the load. Do not lower the forks so that they will drag
on the surface under the load. Tilt the mast forward just
enough to permit smooth removal of the forks from under
the load. Carefully move the lift truck backward to remove
the forks from under the load. Lower the forks when travel-
ing.
6. When lifting round objects, use a block behind the object.
Tilt the mast forward so that the forks can slide along the
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