Operation Manual
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Safety
Perform a pre-operation inspection and
functional tests at the beginning of each work
shift. Perform the pre-operation inspection first.
DO NOT perform the pre-operation inspection
with the engine running or hot. Contact with
moving or heated parts could cause death or serious injury.
Make sure clothing is snug and properly belted. DO NOT
wear loose clothing, jewelry, watches, or anything that can
catch on telehandler controls, moving parts, etc. Failure to
wear the proper protective clothing could result in death or
serious injury.
Before Starting Telehandler
Warning
Keep the Operation and Safety Manual on
the telehandler at all times. Contact Xtreme
Manufacturing for replacement manuals.
Clearly define responsibilities and procedures
for operating the telehandler and all
attachments. DO NOT proceed until you seek
expert assistance from a qualified person if
any doubt or question arises about the correct
or safe methods for operating the telehandler.
To avoid death or serious injury,
carefully read and understand
all instructions before
operating the telehandler. DO
NOT operate, modify, repair, or
maintain the telehandler unless you read and understand
the instructions and warnings in this and all other applicable
manuals and technical publications. Follow all State and
Federal health and safety laws and/or local regulations.
Consult Material Safety
Data Sheets (MSDS) for
chemical hazards and first aid
instructions. MSDS should be
available from the manufacturer
or supplier of the fluid.
Warning
Become familiar with all safety and hazard la-
bels, regulations, and procedures. Make sure
all proper safety and hazard labels are at-
tached to the telehandler and remain legible.
A brief description of controls, indicators,
and instruments is provided as a convenience
for the operator. These descriptions DO NOT
provide complete operation instructions.
Read and understand the entire manual to
prevent death, serious injury, or equipment damage.
Keep fingers and feet away from
moving parts or pinch points to
prevent pinching or crushing.
DO NOT allow anyone between
the tires and the telehandler
frame while operating the telehandler. Doing so can result
in death or serious injury.
Always check the condition of the seat belt
and mounting hardware before operating
the telehandler. If the seat belt or mounting
hardware is defective, it may not properly re-
strain the operator, resulting in death or seri-
ous injury.
•
DO NOT operate the telehandler until the seat belt or
mounting hardware is replaced, if worn or damaged.
•
The seat belt MUST be worn while operating the
telehandler. Failure to wear the seat belt could result in
death or serious injury.
Warning
Operators must be properly trained and
qualified to operate this specific telehandler.
Know the location, learn the specific purpose,
and demonstrate safe and proper use of all
controls, instruments, indicator lights, and
safety and instruction labels. Safety is your responsibility.
Failure to follow these guidelines could result in death or
serious injury.
Perform the pre-operation inspection and func-
tional tests in an open area and away from any
other obstacles or equipment. Inspections and
functional tests may require assistance. Keep
the assistant visible and a safe distance from the
telehandler to prevent death or serious injury.
To prevent death or serious injury, the
operator must be seated with seat belt
fastened, the travel select lever set to
NEUTRAL, the Parking Brake switch ON
(engaged), the service brake applied, and the
area free of people and obstructions BEFORE starting the
telehandler.