Pull back on the lift control lever and raise
the forks 150 to 200 mm (6 to 8 inch) above
the floor. Then, using the tilt control, tilt the
mast back slightly to raise the fork tips.
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POSITIONING FORKS AND MAST
POSITIONING FORKS AND MAST
When driving, with or without a load, it is a good practice to always raise the forks slightly and tilt
the mast (forks) backward. Raising the forks and tilting them back prevents the fork tips from
catching on possible obstructions and reduce the wear on the fork blades from striking or dragging
on the floor or ground. See safety messages on next page.
1)
1)
When the mast (carriage and/or load) is raised into a high (Elevated) position, the stability of
When the mast (carriage and/or load) is raised into a high (Elevated) position, the stability of
the truck is reduced.
the truck is reduced.
Some of the other conditions that may affect stability are ground and floor conditions, grade,
Some of the other conditions that may affect stability are ground and floor conditions, grade,
speed, loading, dynamic and static forces, and the judgement exercised by the operator.
speed, loading, dynamic and static forces, and the judgement exercised by the operator.
Trucks equipped with attachments behave as partially loaded trucks even when operated
Trucks equipped with attachments behave as partially loaded trucks even when operated
without a load on the attachment. Also, improper operation, faulty maintenance, or poor
without a load on the attachment. Also, improper operation, faulty maintenance, or poor
housekeeping may contribute to a condition of instability.
housekeeping may contribute to a condition of instability.
For stability, do not travel with the load or carriage in a highly elevated position. Travel with the
For stability, do not travel with the load or carriage in a highly elevated position. Travel with the
lift mechanism raised only enough to clear the ground or obstacles.
lift mechanism raised only enough to clear the ground or obstacles.
The mount of forward and backward tilt to
be used is governed by the application.
Lift
Lower
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Tilt
backward
Tilt
forward
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9. LEVERS AND PEDALS
9. LEVERS AND PEDALS
