BEFORE OPERATING THE VEHICLE CHECK THE EQUIPMENT Note:
Before you begin your workday, take time to check (./) your Power Lifter and have all systems in good operational condition.
• Oil spills and slippery surfaces.
Note:
Check the following:
If any of the above conditions exist in the work area, correct the condition before operating. If the condition cannot be corrected, avoid operation in the problem area .
./ Hydraulic fluid level. Add hydraulic fluid as required.
When operating on a hollow floor system check for weak spots. Clear away trash and debris. Pick up anythi ng that could puncture a tire. When required, check the Power Lifter's maximum fully loaded ground pressure weight if operating on a hollow floor system .
./' Hydraulic hoses and hose connections for wear or
Watch for conditions that could cause ...
../ Warning decals, special instructions, and operators manuals. Make sure they are legible. ./' Engine oil level. Add oil as required.
leaks. Repai r or replace any damaged hoses or connections.
./' Fork attachment forks for welded repairs, cracks, wear, and misalignment.
AWARNING NEVER repair forks by welding. NEVER USE FORKS WITH WELDED REPAIRS. Forks may break and falling load or forks may cause serious injury or death. ./ Tires for cuts , bulges and, correct tire pressure (65 psi (449 kPa) in each tire),
./' All wheel lugs. ./ The steering, let! and right.
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• Loss of control. • A collision . • Tipover. Check overhead clearances. Know the size of doorways and canopies. Know exactly how much clearance you have under power lines and telephone lines. All local, state/provincial, and federal regulations must be met before approaching power lines, overhead or underground cables or other power sources with any part of your forklift. DO NOT operate the vehicle near energized power lines. Always contact the electrical power company when operating near power lines. The lines should be moved, insulated, disconnected, or de-energized and grounded before operating in the area. Keep all parts of the vehicle at least 10 feet away from power lines .
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./ All control levers for proper operation . ./ Placement and operation of guards and covers.
Note:
If there is any indication that faulty equipment exists, shutdown safely, inform the proper authority and DO NOT operate the Power Lifter until the problem has been fixed.
./ Remove loose objects that could in terfere with operation.
PLAN YOUR WORK Before you operate, know how and where you will travel , tum and pickup, lift and place loads. Choose a smooth level route to prevent possible tipover or loss of load . If possible, avoid crossing ... • Ruts.
KNOW THE WORK AREA
• Ditches.
Learn as much as possible about the work area before operation. Walk around the worksite and inspect the terrain that you will be travelling on.
• Curbs.
Make a note of surfaces to be avoided , including ... • Holes, Drop-ofts , Banks, Ditches, Trenches, Slopes, or Undercut High Banks. • Obstacles. • Sot! mud and standing water.
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• Exposed railroad tracks. Note:
When these conditions cannot be avoided, keep the load as low as possible and travel vel}' slowly and with extreme caution.
Know where there are any blind comer conditions on the worksite. Before turning a blind comer, stop, and proceed slowly.
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