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Revision Number-001 01-01-2020 - Present
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Before starting work, check the brakes, steering wheel, tires, horn, hydraulic system, battery
capacity, etc. to ensure proper that they are working properly.
•Never use the forklift if you have not been specifically trained and authorized to do so.
•Read the data carefully about the Forklift capacity, the load weight, and the load curve.
Never exceed the load capacities specified on the data plate.
•Never drive the Forklift with wet or greasy hands or shoes.
• Do not install other implements around the head guards or the carriage that restrict
operation or visibility.
•Buckle seat belt prior to operating forklift.
•Never activate control levers if you do not know their purpose. Activate controls only
correctly seated in the driver seat and facing straight and level.
•Never drive over electric cables or hoses unless they are appropriately protected.
•Never drive over soft surfaces, uneven ground, any openings above 2” (5cm). Also never
drive over platforms or scaffolds that are not sufficiently safe considering the total weight
of the Forklift and the payload.
•While driving the Forklift, you should always maintain the correct driving position. Never
stick your legs outside the Forklift and never put your hands and feet between the moving
parts of the lift.
•While loading goods, be sure to check the quality of the pallets, never put the goods on
damaged pallets.
•Avoid starting suddenly, sharp braking, reversing, and changing direction suddenly as the
Forklift may tip over to the front or the side.
•If the Forklift tips over, remain seated, grasp the steering wheel tightly, keep your body in
the center of the Forklift as much as possible to avoid being trapped under the machine.
•Keep battery charged, periodically checking to ensure the level of the electrolyte and the
density of the electrolyte match. Never add liquid.
•Keep each part of your Forklift lubricated and the external appearance of your Forklift
clean.
•Check that wheel nuts and all other connecting hardware is properly secured.
•Check that the brake system is in good operational condition.
•Do not turn the steering wheel when the Forklift is stopped and unloaded to avoid excess
stress on the steering system.
•Park the Forklift on firm, flat ground and set the hand brake on when the Forklift is
stopped.
OPERATING SAFETY
