This operating manual (hereinafter also referred to as “manual”) contains fundamental
safety instructions for handling folding
fork arms
of VETTER Forks, Inc.
Incorrect use of the folding
fork arms
can result in serious injuries and even death. For
this reason, this manual and, in particular, the safety information it contains must be
read by the carrier vehicle driver responsible for the carrier vehicle prior to assembly,
commissioning, and maintenance.
The manual is a component of the folding
fork arms
and must always be kept at the
work site of the folding
fork arms
(on the carrier vehicle) to ensure it is accessible for
personnel at all times.
Always observe the information in the carrier vehicle operating manual as well as the
applicable documents to ensure safe handling of the folding
fork arms
.
Furthermore, the local accident prevention regulations and general safety instructions
for the area in which the folding
fork arms
are used apply.
Illustrations in this manual are for basic understanding and may deviate from the actual
design.
In addition to this manual, also observe the documentation for the other components
and machines used, as well as operator-specific requirements:
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Operating manual and load chart for the carrier vehicle
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Operating manual for the mounted fork carrier
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Operating instructions for the operator
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Possible documentation of the special version
Address
VETTER Forks, Inc.
1711 Opportunity Avenue
Chambersburg, PA 17201
USA
Phone
+1 717 753 3913
Internet
www.forks.com
About this manual
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ments
Customer service
Supplemental directives
V1.07/2021
Folding fork armsTypes KGA, KGI, and DuoLoc
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