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◆ In General

The safety rules and regulations in this section Continuing improvement and advancement of
are representative of some, but not all rules and product design may have caused changes to
regulations that apply to lift trucks. Rules are your lift truck which are not included in this
paraphrased without representation and have publication. Whenever a question arises regard-
been reproduced verbatim. ing your lift truck, or this publication, please
Your lift truck was manufactured in accordance consult your Cat lift truck dealer for the latest
with the National Fire Protection Association available information.
(NFPA) No. 505 and the American National All lift truck users should be familiar with their
Standards Institute, Inc./Industrial Truck Local, Regional, and National regulations.
Standards Development Foundation United States users should be familiar with the
(ANSI/ITSDF) B56.1, Safety Standard for Occupational Safety and Health Administra-
Low Lift and High Lift Trucks. Since regula- tion (OSHA), and American National
tions vary from country to country, operate this Standards Industrial Lift Trucks. See
lift truck in accordance with local regulations. [Link] web site for more information
See [Link] web site for more infor- on Regulations (Standards - 29 CFR) Powered
mation on the B56.1 Safety Standards for Low industrial trucks - 1910.178.
Lift and High Lift Trucks. You should also be familiar with areas of use
The most effective way of preventing serious of different types of lift trucks as specified in
injuries, or even death, to you and others, is for the National Fire Protection Association
you to know how to operate the truck properly. (NFPA) 505.
Drive alertly and avoid maneuvers or condi-
tions that can cause accidents. Be professional.
Do not operate a lift truck if it is in need of
maintenance, repair or appears to be unsafe in
any way. Report all unsafe conditions immedi-
ately to your supervisor and contact your
authorized Cat lift truck dealer. Do not attempt
any adjustments or repairs unless you are
trained and authorized to do so.

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◆ Warning Decals, Location

There are several specific warning decals on Be sure you can read all warning and instruc- You must replace a decal if it is damaged,
your lift truck. Their exact location and tion decals. If you cannot, clean or replace missing or cannot be read. If a decal is on a
description of the potential hazard are reviewed them. Use a cloth and soap and water to clean part that is replaced, make sure a new decal is
in this section. Please take the time to familiar- them. placed on the new part. Contact your Cat lift
ize yourself with these decals. truck dealer for new decals.

Inspection/Lubrication chart

Operation Warning decal

No Access with Engine

Running decal
Presence Detection
decal

Radiator Cap
Warning decal
No Riders Warning decal

Fender Warning
decal
Precautions for
Handling E.C.U. Release Lever for (right front)
decal Mechanical Stopper
Warning decal
Parking Brake
Adjustment decal

105386
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Brake Warning decal Fasten Seat Belt decal

Back-up Buzzer decal

Survive in Tipover decal

Hoist Point
decal

Pinch Point decal

OPERATION WITHOUT THIS DEVICE IN
PLACE MAY BE HAZARDOUS.
THIS OVERHEAD GUARD CONFORMS TO
ANSI B56.1. THIS DESIGN ALSO PASSED
With Overhead
A VERTICAL IMPACT TEST OF 36,000 FOOT Guard decal
POUNDS.

No One Under
Forks decal
Fuel decal

No One on
Forks decal

No One Between Mast Designated Tyre Type decal

and Body decal ± 5%

UL Plate

105387
Capacity plate

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◆ Warning Decals, Description

• Operation Systems including forks or attachments, 11. Travel with the load or lifting mechanism
chains, cable and limit switches, brakes, as low as possible and tilt back. Always
WARNING steering mechanism, fuel system, look in the direction of travel. Keep a clear
! hydraulic hoses and guards. view, and when load interferes with visi-
Only trained and authorized personnel 3. Operate the truck only from the designated bility, travel with the load or lifting mecha-
may operate this lift truck. For safe operating position. Never place any part of nism trailing (except when climbing
operation, read and follow the Operation your body into the mast structure, between ramps).
the mast and the truck, or outside the 12. Use special care when operating on ramp,
and Maintenance Manual furnished with
truck. Do not carry passengers. travel slowly, and do not angle or turn.
this lift truck and observe the following 4. Do not operate the truck without the over- When the truck is loaded, travel with the
warnings. head guard. load uphill. When the truck is empty, trav-
5. Do not handle loads which are higher than el with the lifting mechanism downhill.
the load backrest or load backrest exten- 13. Observe applicable traffic regulations.
sion unless the load is secured so that no Yield right of way to pedestrians. Slow
part of it could fall backward. down and sound horn at cross aisles and
6. Do not handle unstable or loosely stacked wherever vision is obstructed.
loads. Use special care when handling 14. When using forks, move them as far apart
long, high or wide loads to avoid losing as the load will permit. Before lifting, be
the load, striking bystanders, or tipping the sure the load is centered and the forks are
truck. completely under the load.
7. Do not overload the truck. Check capacity 15. Do not allow anyone to stand or pass
plate for load weight and load center infor- under the load or lifting mechanism.
105011 mation. 16. Do not lift personnel except on a securely
8. Start, stop, travel, steer and brake smooth- attached, specially designed Work
Located at the left of operator’s seat. ly. Slow down for turns on uneven or slip- Platform. Use extreme care when lifting
pery surfaces that could cause truck to personnel. Place the mast in the vertical
FOR SAFETY OBSERVE THE slide or overturn. Use special care when position, place the truck controls in neutral
FOLLOWING WARNINGS traveling without a load as the risk of over- and apply the brakes. Lift and lower
1. Do not operate this truck unless you have turning is greater. smoothly. Be available to operate controls
been trained and authorized to do so. Read 9. Elevate forks or other lifting mechanism as long as personnel are on the Work
all warnings and instructions in the opera- only to pick up or stack a load. Lift and Platform. Never transport personnel on
tor’s manual and on this truck. An lower with mast vertical or tilted slightly forks or Work Platform.
Operation & Maintenance Manual is sup- back—NEVER FORWARD. Watch out for 17. Before getting off the truck, put the direc-
plied with this truck or available from your obstructions, especially overhead. tion lever in neutral engaging the lever
Cat lift truck dealers. 10. Operate tilting mechanism slowly and lock knob, lower the lifting mechanism
2. Do not operate this truck until you have smoothly. Do not tilt forward when elevat- fully, and set the parking brake. If leaving
checked its condition. Give special atten- ed except to pick up or deposit a load. the truck unattended, shut the power off also.
tion to Tires, Rims, Horns, Light When stacking, use only enough backward
Battery(s), Controller, Lift and Tilt tilt to stabilize load.
Systems including forks or attachments,
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• No one under/on Forks • Parking Brake • No one on the Fender

! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

Do not stand or ride on the forks. When leaving the lift truck, apply the Do not step on the fender.
Do not stand or ride on a load or pallet parking brake! The parking brake is not
on the forks. automatically applied.
Do not stand or walk under the forks. The alarm will sound if the parking
brake is not applied when you leave the
truck or turn off the key switch.

104834 105012 105121

Located on the mast. Located to the left front of the operator’s seat. Located to the right front of the fender.
Proper operating force:
Unit: N (kgf) [lbf]
250 to 290 (25 to 30) [55 to 66]

105180 104747 105107

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• Radiator Cap • Pinch Point

! WARNING ! WARNING

Check the coolant level only after the Do not touch, lean on, or reach through
engine has been stopped and the filler the mast or permit others to do so.
cap is cool enough to touch with your Hands off!
hands.
Remove the filler cap slowly to relieve
pressure.

104990 105182

Located on the radiator cap.

105183 105181
104759
Located on the mast.

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• No Riders • No Access with Engine Running • Capacity Plate

! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

To avoid serious injury, do not carry pas- To avoid serious injury, stay clear of the Improper operation or maintenance
sengers. A lift truck is designed for only moving fan. could result in injury or death. Do not
one operator and no riders. operate or work on the lift truck unless
you are properly trained.

104837 104838 104839

Located to the right front of the operator’s Located on the frame of the cooling fan. Located to the right front of the operator’s
seat. seat.

104748 104760 103446

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• With Overhead Guard • Inspection/Lubrication Chart

! WARNING ! WARNING

Operation without this device in place Improper operation or maintenance

may be hazardous. could result in injury or death. Do not
operate or work on the lift truck unless
you are properly trained.

102513 105013
Located inside the top frame member of the Located to the right rear fender.
overhead guard.

OPERATION WITHOUT THIS DEVICE IN

PLACE MAY BE HAZARDOUS.
THIS OVERHEAD GUARD CONFORMS TO
ANSI B56.1. THIS DESIGN ALSO PASSED
A VERTICAL IMPACT TEST OF 36,000 FOOT
POUNDS.

105025 104751

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• Tipover Warnings
TIPOVER WARNINGS IN CASE OF TIPOVER
! DANGER
1. Side tipover of an unloaded truck can 1. The operator should stay with the truck if
Tipover can occur if truck is improperly occur if the combination of speed and a side or forward tipover occurs. The opera-
operated. Injury or death will result. sharp turn which exceeds the stability of tor should hold on firmly to the steering
the truck. wheel, brace feet, lean forward and lean
2. Side tipover can occur if overloaded, or away from the point of impact.
loaded within capacity and: 2. If the truck falls off of a loading dock or
– The load is elevated. ramp, you should try to stay within the
– Turning and/or braking when traveling confines of the operator’s seat area.
in reverse. Should the landing area present a more
– Turning and/or accelerating when trav- severe hazard, you may find it prudent to
eling forward. leave the truck.
These actions may exceed the stability
of the truck.
Backward tilt and/or off-center positioning of
the load and/or uneven ground conditions will
further aggravate the above conditions.
104840A 3. Forward tipover can occur if overloaded or
when loaded within capacity and the load
Located inside the front frame member of the
is elevated in forward tilt, braking in for-
overhead guard.
ward travel, or commencing reverse travel.
These actions may exceed the stability of 105014
the truck.
4. Serious injury or death can occur if the Located inside the front frame member of the
operator is trapped between the truck and overhead guard.
the ground.

104754
104755

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◆ Lubrication and Maintenance Chart

CHECK CHECK CHANGE LUBRICATE

Every 10 hrs daily Wheel nuts Oil, fluid, Coolant Multipurpose type grease
Tires and rims Engine oil
Oil, fuel or coolant leaks Filters
Mast and forks
Lights
Air tank 1 month after delivery Every 50 hrs or weekly
Load backrest extension Mast supports (2 fittings)
Cooling fan Hydraulic tank return oil filter
Tilt cylinder lock nuts
Mast interlock system Engine oil Every 500 hrs or 3 months
Overhead guard
Driving interlock system
Assist grip Engine filter Mast strip sliding surfaces (2 fittings)
Parking brake warning buzzer and light Lift bracket side rollers (4 fittings)
Accelerator pedal Fuel filter
Seat belt warning light Lift chains
Brake pedal
Every 500 hrs or 3 months Tilt socket pins (2 fittings)
Inching pedal
Every 50 hrs or weekly Tilt cylinder pins (2 fittings)
Parking brake lever Engine oil Water pump (1 fitting)
Air cleaner element
Seat belt Universal joint (2 fittings)
Engine oil filter
Fan and alternator drive belt Tie rod pins (4 fittings)
Seat adjustment
Horn
Brake hoses, pipes and joints Every 1000 hrs or 6 months Rear axle center pins
Fuel hoses, pipes and joints Powershift transmission
Steering wheel
Hydraulic hoses, pipe and joints
Amount of fuel Powershift transmission
Lamp of instrument panel
1 month after delivery Hydraulic system
Lift chains
Bolts and nuts Front axle
Engine
Battery – electrolyte specific gravity Air cleaner element
Inching
Fuel filter
Back-up buzzer
Every 500 hrs or 3 months Engine coolant
Backup lights
Wheel nuts
Stop lights
Front axle Every 2000 hrs or 1 year
Battery
Powershift transmission Hydraulic oil
Engine crankcase
Battery-Electrolyte specific gravity
Engine coolant Service brake fluid
Air dryer
Hydraulic oil Air dryer

Service brakes
104841

NOTICE: Service more often in severe dust or lint conditions.

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◆ Safety Rules

! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

You may need:

– Safety goggles.
– Ear protectors.
– Hard hat.

100870 100605

Authorized and trained operator only! Be alert!

Thoroughly learn how to operate a lift truck Know how to use a first aid kit and a fire extin-
and the safe areas and surfaces to travel before guisher—and where to get prompt assistance.
you drive one.

! WARNING

! WARNING

100604 100989

Dress properly for the job! No smoking while refueling!

101003
DO NOT wear loose clothing or accessories— DO NOT fill the fuel tank while the engine is
DO NOT travel on public roads! flapping cuffs, dangling chains, neck ties, running. Keep away from flames or spark
scarves, or rings—that can catch in moving sources. Turn off all electrical switches on the
parts. truck. Pump fuel in a well ventilated area.

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! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

101006 100607 100609

Unauthorized addition or modification is Know your lift truck and attachments! Shut down engine before servicing!
prohibited! Read and understand the operation, inspection DO NOT service a lift truck while engine is
DO NOT add to or modify the lift truck unless and maintenance instructions in the OPERA- running unless absolutely necessary to do so.
authorized in writing by the manufacturer to do TION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL.
so. Any change to the lift truck could cause
serious injury or property damage.

! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

100610 100612 101007

Know all signals and traffic rules! Avoid being splashed by scalding hot coolant! Exhaust fumes could kill you!
Know who is responsible for signaling. Learn Wait until the engine cools before opening or If you operate a lift truck in an enclosed area,
to tell at a glance what the signal means, and loosening the radiator cap. If you cannot wait, make sure there is adequate ventilation.
what action you should take. use a heavy cloth and gloves to protect your-
self. Stand to the side, protect your face, and
slowly loosen cap.
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! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

101008 102520B 102835

Inspect your lift truck prior to operation! Always stay healthy on the job! Keep the operator’s compartment clean!
At the beginning of each shift, fill out a daily Be healthy and NEVER operate the truck Keep your hands and shoes, as well as the
inspection sheet. Check for maintenance prob- under the influence of drugs or alcohol that floor and controls (steering wheel, levers and
lems and have repairs made before you oper- may impair your ability to properly operate pedals) clean and free of grease, mud and
ate the truck. the truck. other materials. A slip could cause an acci-
dent.

! WARNING ! WARNING

102517 102522B

DO NOT operate an unsafe lift truck! Know your lift truck is safe!
Inspect a lift truck before you operate it to be DO NOT operate any lift truck that is not safe
sure it is properly maintained and in good to operate.
working order.

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! WARNING ! WARNING
ECU

VCM

101754A 104981

DO NOT move the truck until the vacuum For handling ECU, VCM and other con-
brake warning buzzer stops buzzing! trollers!
Otherwise the brake will not apply safely. 1. Do not directly expose these controllers to
washing water, rain, oil or any other liquid.
2. Do not apply force, open or modify these
WARNING controllers or operate the truck without
!
these controllers.
3. Turn key switch OFF. Disconnect battery
cables and these controllers before the fol-
lowing operations:
– Removing these controllers from truck
– Factory-approved welding

103907

Alarm must sound when operating this

truck in reverse!
Make sure the back-up buzzer sounds. Always
look in the direction of travel.

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! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

101005 101010 105056

Operate only in approved areas! DO NOT operate a damaged or defective Make sure the assist grips are free from
Certain areas such as those containing haz- lift truck! bent or cracked sections!
ardous flammable gases, liquid or other com- If a truck is damaged, take it out of service. Face the lift truck when mounting and dis-
bustibles, should be avoided. Park it in a non-operating area and remove the mounting.
key. Attach a DO NOT OPERATE or similar Maintain a three point contact (one foot and
warning tag to the truck. two hands) with the floor and handholds.
! WARNING
Never get on or off a moving lift truck.
Never jump on or off the lift truck.
DO NOT use the controls or steering wheel as
handholds when entering or leaving the opera-
tor’s compartment.

101115C

Start engine safely!

Start the engine only when securely seated in
the operator’s compartment.

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! WARNING ! WARNING ! DANGER

101114B 101014A 105015

Adjust the seat before operation! Make sure your lift truck is in safe operat- Fasten the seat belt properly!
DO NOT adjust the seat while the lift truck is ing condition! If you DO NOT, it may not restrain you in an
in motion. This could cause serious injury. Test the brakes and inching pedal while mov- accident.
ing slowly in a safe area. Make sure the mast
moves up and down smoothly.

! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

101023 100635 101025

Always check overhead clearance! Use lights in dark, dim areas! Stay within the confines of the truck!
Serious accidents may be caused by the mast Even with lights on, DO NOT assume people Keep your arms and legs inside the operator’s
and overhead guard hitting pipes, beams or see you and will move out of your way. compartment.
other overhead obstructions. Watch out for
power lines.

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! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

101027 101526 101036

Always be aware of floor capacity! Stay under the overhead guard! Be careful of forks that extend beyond the
Make sure the floor will support the weight of DO NOT hold on to the overhead guard. load!
the loaded lift truck. If the forks extend beyond the load, use extra
caution. Make sure the fork tips do not contact
other material.

! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

20
%

60
%

20
%

101035 101663A 102146A

Avoid off-center loading! Check fork locking pins for engagement! Check work areas for high risk!
Set the forks as far apart as possible for maxi- If the fork locking pins are not properly When working on docks, ramps, platforms and
mum support of the pallet or load. Too small a engaged, the forks may shift and cause off- other high risk areas, use adequate blocks to
fork spread can cause instability of the load. centered or unstable loads. reduce the risk of the lift truck from falling
off.

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! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

100998 100662 104015

Stay away from slippery surfaces! Be aware of the stability of an empty lift Position controls correctly for starting!
– Loose or slippery materials such as sand, truck! Make sure the direction lever is in the NEU-
gravel, ice, mud, etc., on your operating An empty lift truck will tip over more easily TRAL position and the parking brake lever is
surfaces could cause a skid or tipover. than a loaded one in a lowered position. set properly.
Avoid these conditions or slow down.
– Keep your operating surfaces clean and
dry at all times. Wet spots could cause a
skid or tipover. ! WARNING ! WARNING
– You need a greater stopping distance on
wet surfaces. Apply brakes earlier on slip-
pery surfaces than on dry surfaces.
– Do not drive into a flooded area whenever
possible.

101015 100626

DO NOT allow any riders! If you cannot see where you are going, DO
DO NOT allow anyone to ride on the forks or NOT MOVE!
on any other part of the lift truck—at any time. Travel slowly around corners. Sound the horn
at cross aisles and other areas where you can-
not see clearly or where visibility is restricted.

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! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

101016 100873A 101017

DO NOT pass another truck! DO NOT allow anyone to hold loads! Always look in the direction of travel!
DO NOT pass another lift truck traveling in Always be aware of people near your lift
the same direction at intersections, blind spots truck. DO NOT proceed until they are aware
or at other dangerous areas. of you.

! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

101019 101021 101022B

DO NOT engage in stunt driving or horse- Travel in reverse if forward visibility is Obey all traffic rules and warning signs!
play! blocked! Drive carefully, observe traffic rules and be in
Stunt driving and horseplay is hazardous for For better visibility with large loads, travel in full control of the lift truck at all times.
both the lift truck operator and fellow workers. reverse, but always keep a lookout in the
direction of travel.

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! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

101026 102519 101029

Travel safely on grades with a loaded lift Be particularly careful when driving up or Travel safely on grades with an empty lift
truck! down a steep slope! truck!
Keep the load upgrade to maintain control Use extreme care to reduce the risk of the tips Keep the counterweight upgrade when travel-
when traveling up or down a grade with a of forks or the bottom of pallet from touching ing up or down a grade with an empty truck.
heavily loaded truck. the ground.

! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

102525B 100667 101013

Start lift truck upgrade carefully! DO NOT turn on a ramp or grade! Move your lift truck safely!
When starting the lift truck upgrade, be sure to Turning on a ramp or grade can cause a lift Sound the horn and be sure no people or
use the parking brake. truck, loaded or unloaded, to tip over. objects are in your path before moving.

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! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

101020 101033 101002

Allow for counterweight swing distance! A helper should NOT be near the lift truck! Always be alert for tipovers!
When turning in aisles, especially narrow People should be clear of the lift truck operat- Turning sharply with a raised load, even at a
aisles keep as far away as possible from stock ing area. slow speed, may result in a tipover. Realize
and racks. Be cautious near people. that the overhead guard is not designed to pro-
vide total protection in the event of a tipover.
◆ Working Precautions

! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

101031 100924 101762

Danger! Keep out! Be careful of changes in the capacity! Watch out for pedestrians at all times!
DO NOT allow any unauthorized people in the Optional attachments which change the capac-
work area. ity are sometimes installed. Know the capacity
before operating the truck.

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! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

101034 100648 101615

Use forks properly! DO NOT speed when approaching loads! DO NOT move when someone’s next to
Fork misuse could cause accidents, serious Bring truck to a full stop in front of a load, truck!
injuries and equipment damage. then approach carefully. If someone is standing next to your truck,
don’t move until they are out of the way.

! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

101037 100652 101041

DO NOT allow anyone to walk or stand DO NOT pick up unsecured loads that Handle only stable loads!
under raised forks! extend above the backrest extension height! If a load is unstable, it can easily shift and fall
on someone.

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! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

101042 101775 101039

DO NOT allow unloading from raised DO NOT use damaged pallets! DO NOT abuse your forks!
loads! Make sure pallets and skids are sturdy and in Fork misuse could cause accidents, serious
Failure to follow this rules could cause serious safe operating conditions. injuries and equipment damage.
injury.

! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

101040 102524B 102523B

Drive onto a trailer carefully! DO NOT allow any riders! DO NOT abuse your equipment!
Make sure the trailer brakes are applied and DO NOT permit riders on the forks or pallet. DO NOT use the forks to open or close the
the wheels are blocked while loading or doors on a railroad car or to move a car.
unloading.

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! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

102521B 101787 101043

Stay clear of pinch points! Shift the transmission smoothly! Use only specialized equipment designed to
Keep all parts of your body away from moving Avoid sudden changing of traveling direction. safely raise personnel to high work areas!
parts such as the mast, carriage and attach- This could cause damage to the transmission. Do not lift personnel except on a securely
ments. Do not put any part of your body attached, specially designed Work Platform.
between the head guard and the mast. If the Use extreme care when lifting personnel.
mast moves unexpectedly, you could get Place the mast in the vertical position, place
caught between the mast and overhead guard the truck controls in neutral and apply the
and a serious accident could occur. ! WARNING brakes. Lift and lower smoothly. Be available
to operate controls as long as personnel are on
the Work Platform. Never transport personnel
on forks or Work Platform.

100992

Always stay within the capacity!

Read the capacity chart to make sure a load is
within the capacity of your lift truck before
you handle the load.

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! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING

102527B 100658A

Park a disabled machine safely! Park in authorized areas only!

– If the lift mechanism is disabled and the Park a safe distance from access to fire aisles,
forks cannot be lowered, park the truck in stairways and fire equipment.
a non-operating area and attach warning DO NOT park near a flammable material stor-
tags to the forks to alert pedestrians and age area.
traffic. 103968
– Use barriers to keep anyone from standing
WARNING When you leave your truck, or park it:
or passing under the forks. ! – Set the parking brake.
– Remove the starter switch key and attach
DO NOT OPERATE or similar warning – Put the direction lever in NEUTRAL.
tag to the truck. – Lower the forks fully to the floor.
– Tilt the mast forward until the forks are
flat.
– Turn the key switch off.

101044

DO NOT park on a grade!

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