Lower
— Lever up, the lever moves back
to the neutral, when released.
Neutral
— Lever in centre position.
Lift
—
Lever
down.
5. HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION
Have this tool repaired by a qualified person.
This tool is designed to conform to the relevant
international and local standards and as such should be maintained and repaired by someone
qualified; using only original parts supplied by the manufacturer: This will ensure the tool remains
safe to use.
5.1 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The user shall work in accordance with the instruction handbook.
It is necessary that the operator can watch the lifting device and the load during all movements.
The user shall not work under the raised load until it is secured by suitable means.
Limitations - Do not use for:
- operations in severe conditions (e.g. extreme climates, freezer applications, strong
magnetic fields etc.).
- operations subject to special rules (e.g. potentially explosive atmospheres, mines etc.).
- lifting of persons.
Caution:
Do not handle loads, the nature of which, could lead to dangerous situations (e.g. molten metal,
acids, radiating materials, especially brittle loads).
The service life of the hydraulic fluid is approximately 2 years and the equipment 2-5 years.
During decommissioning of the equipment certain hazards should be understood and avoided:
- Dealing with hydraulic fluid - refer to the data sheet section for details.
- Only with the line pressure released and with the lifting arm fully lowered shall the
equipment be disassembled. Goggles shall be worn should any high pressure hydraulic
fluid be ejected.
- This equipment poses a trapping/crushing hazard, caution shall be observed.
In the case of hydraulic fluid leakage - refer to the data sheet section for details.
This equipment poses a significant trapping/crushing hazard and as such extreme caution should
be taken when handling/operating.
Use only on a smooth, dry, level, firm good condition surface.
Do not exceed the rated capacity of the jack.
This is a lifting device only and is not designed or intended to be used for any other purpose.
Familiarise yourself with this manual before operating this jack to prevent damage to property,
equipment or personal injury.
5.2 HYDRAULIC FLUID DATA SHEET
Always wear gloves and goggles when dealing with hydraulic fluid.
Hydraulic fluid composition is achieved when highly refining mineral oil by means of a solvent.
As a substance is not considered hazardous to health under normal conditions of use.
First Aid recommendations
- In case of ingestion:
Wash out mouth with clean water and seek medical advice. Do not induce vomiting.
- In case of contact with eyes:
Thoroughly flush eyes with clean water for 5 to 10 minutes and seek medical advice.
- In case of contact with skin:
Wash area with soap and water. Remove affected clothing and wash. If irritation persists,
seek medical advice.
- Other:
Seek medical advice immediately.
9.1 HYDRAULIC VALVE ADJUSTMENT:
On the handle of your pallet truck, you will find the control lever, which can be regulated in three
positions:
If necessary, you can adjust the lever according to following steps.
a) If the forks elevate while pumping in the
Neutral
position, turn the adjusting nut on the
adjusting bolt clockwise until pumping action does not raise the forks and the
Neutral
position
works properly.
b) If the forks descend while pumping in the
Neutral
position, turn the adjusting nut
counter-clockwise until the forks do not lower.
c) If the forks do not descent when the control lever is in the
Lower
position, turn the adjusting
nut clockwise until raising the control lever lowers the forks. Then check the
Neutral
position
works properly.
d) If the forks do not elevate while pumping in the
Lift
position, turn the adjusting nut
counter-clockwise until the forks elevate while pumping in the
Lift
position. Then check the
Lower
and
Neutral
position.
9. PALLET
TRUCK
SETUP
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