MAINTENANCE
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HOW TO MAKE THE CHECKS WITH THE
ENGINE RUNNING
WARNING
Exhaust from internal combustion engines contains
carbon monoxide and other harmful chemicals. Car-
bon monoxide is a colorless, odorless poison and
can cause unconsciousness or death without warn-
ing. Long term exposure to exhaust or chemicals in
the exhaust can cause cancer, birth defects and other
reproductive harm. Avoid exposure to engine ex-
haust:
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Do not use diesel engines indoors where soot
can accumulate.
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If engines are operated in confined spaces
maintain adequate ventilation or vent exhaust
to the outside. Do not exceed applicable air
contaminant limits.
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Follow the inspection and maintenance
schedule and procedures in this manual. Do
not alter exhaust, ignition or fuel systems.
FASTEN YOUR SEAT BELT! The seat belt is installed
to help the operator stay on the truck if the lift truck
tips over. IT CAN ONLY HELP IF IT IS FASTENED.
Make sure that the area around the lift truck is clear be-
fore starting the engine or making any operational checks.
Be careful when making the checks. If the lift truck is sta-
tionary during a check, apply the parking brake and put
the transmission in
NEUTRAL
. Make the checks carefully.
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