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FOREWORD
As a lift truck operator, you are responsi-
ble for a machine that is useful, powerful,
and can be hazardous if not operated as
described. Your Big Joe truck may weigh
more than some cars, depending on the
model. Observing and practicing the
safety warnings in this manual cannot be
overemphasized. Just knowing the warn-
ings, however, is no substitute for common
sense. Using your common sense will, in
almost all cases, prevent accidents. Think
of the truck as your own. In this way you
will learn its capabilities and limitations.
This manual is intended to remain with the
truck at all times as a handy reference
guide to operation. Detailed maintenance
procedures are found in the parts and ser-
vice manual for the specific truck model,
and are to be performed only by a quali-
fied technician. For further information on
obtaining a complete parts and service
manual, see page 21 of this manual. The
operator who knows his truck will learn to
spot problems as they develop. This is
accomplished by performing the Daily
Checks and reporting any problems to the
designated authority.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS .......................................................................7
TRANSPORT ............................................................................................8
OPERATING THE LIFT ............................................................................9
LOADING AND UNLOADING ..................................................................9
PARKING ..................................................................................................9
BATTERY CHARGING ...........................................................................10
MOVING A DISABLED TRUCK .............................................................10
