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Prepare For Safe Operation
Know the rules for movement of people and machines
on the worksite. Slow down and sound the horn, making
sure that your approach has been acknowledged by
those in your path. Stop the truck until your presence
has been recognized or until the path is clear.
Operating in an area with public access requires that
you create a “safety zone” for the operation of the
machine. Mark your working “safety zone” using cones,
barricades and warning tape. Make sure a trained
signal person is available to warn people away from the
working area. Be sure that all available warning devices
are activated and working properly.
Ensure that adequate clearance is provided between
both rear tail swing and front fork swing of the truck to
avoid injury to personnel or damage to objects nearby.
Know where you will be expected to park the machine
at the end of the work day, preferably in a level area out
of traffi c. (See page 38,
Machine Shutdown
.) Set the
parking brake and lower the forks to the ground. If the
machine is on a slope, block the wheels.
Remember:
—
Be Alert
– Know that conditions can change.
—
Use Common Sense
– Show that you are a
responsible operator.
—
Be a Defensive Operator
– Prevent accidents before
they happen.
Engage
Parking Brake Before
Dismounting
Provide Adequate
Clearance for Fork
and Tail Swing
P
Create a
Safety Zone
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Prepare For Safe Operation
Rules Of The Road
If the rough terrain forklift truck is to be driven or
transported over the road, refer to the manufacturer’s
operator’s manual for instruction.
Make sure clearance fl ags, lights and warning signs
are in place and visible. When required, make sure the
“Slow Moving Vehicle” emblem is visible to any vehicle
approaching from the rear.
While traveling on public roads or streets, obey all local
traffi c regulations appropriate to machine use and local
classifi cation. Find out if you must use an escort vehicle
or roading permit. Place the attachment in the transport
position and secure all accessory equipment.
Don’t speed. Know stopping distances at a given
speed. Always regulate travel speed accordingly. Avoid
panic stops and sharp turns. If traffi c backs up, pull over
and allow other vehicles to pass.
Stop at all railroad crossings and look both ways before
proceeding. Never park in traffi c areas. If it is necessary
to stop at night, pull off the road and set up lights or
refl ectors. When driving at night, use appropriate lights.
Always use hand signals or turn signals when turning.
If you are going to transport a machine by truck or
trailer, you must cover or remove the SMV emblem.
Approach intersections with caution, observe speed and
traffi c control signs.
Use Caution When Fueling
IMPORTANT!
Always use approved fuel
containers and/or dispensing equipment.
Fuels are fl ammable, so observe these practices to
reduce the possibility of a serious accident.
— Shut off engine and ignition during refueling.
— Keep sparks and open fl ames away from fuel.
— Do not smoke while refueling or when handling fuel
containers.
— Do not cut or weld on or near fuel lines, tanks or
containers.
— Do not overfi ll the tank or spill fuel. Clean up spilled
fuel immediately.
Summary of Contents for 418-12
Page 59: ...BA 418 12 1 0 418_12_3_Einleitung fm 3 27 Introduction 3 Right side of machine Fig 4 30 20 ...
Page 60: ...3 28 BA 418 12 1 0 418_12_3_Einleitung fm 3 Introduction Front of machine Fig 5 ...
Page 61: ...BA 418 12 1 0 418_12_3_Einleitung fm 3 29 Introduction 3 Rear of machine Fig 6 30 20 ...
Page 63: ...BA 418 12 1 0 418_12_3_Einleitung fm 3 31 Introduction 3 Outside right of the vehicle Fig 8 ...
Page 64: ...3 32 BA 418 12 1 0 418_12_3_Einleitung fm 3 Introduction Inside the cabin Fig 9 ...
Page 65: ...BA 418 12 1 0 418_12_3_Einleitung fm 3 33 Introduction 3 Engine compartment interior Fig 10 ...
Page 66: ...3 34 BA 418 12 1 0 418_12_3_Einleitung fm 3 Introduction Outside front of the vehicle Fig 11 ...
Page 67: ...BA 418 12 1 0 418_12_3_Einleitung fm 3 35 Introduction 3 Outside rear of the vehicle Fig 12 ...
Page 326: ...5 170 BA 418 12 1 0 418_12_5_Bedienung fm 5 Operation ...
Page 338: ...6 12 BA 418 12 1 0 418_12_6_Transport fm 6 Transport ...
Page 426: ...7 88 BA 418 12 1 0 418_12_7_Wartung fm 7 Maintenance ...
Page 462: ...8 36 BA 418 12 1 0 418_12_8_Betriebsstoerung fm 8 Malfunctions Notes ...
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