OPERATING PROCEDURES
NARROW AISLE
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Move forward, or extend forks
slowly. When the load is in
position, lower the load on to the
stack or the rack. Lower the forks
just enough to remove them from
under the load. Do not lower the
forks so that they will drag on the
surface under the load.
Carefully move the lift truck backward or retract the forks to
remove the forks from under the load. Lower the forks when
traveling.
NOTE:
Not every load can be lifted using only the forks
of a lift truck. Some loads will require a special attachment.
6.
When lifting round objects, use a block behind the
object. Tilt the forks forward so that the forks can slide along
the floor under the object to be lifted. Tilt the mast fully
backward to help keep the load on the forks.
Traveling
1.
When traveling with the load lowered, keep the load
against the carriage, the forks retracted and the forks tilted
fully backward. This action will help keep the load on the
forks and give good forward and side stability.
2.
Travel with the lift mecha-
nism raised only enough to clear
the ground, base arms or ob-
stacles. When any part of the
mast is raised, with or without a
load, the stability of the lift truck
is reduced. The ability of the lift
truck to resist side tipping can be
less for a lift truck that is not carrying a load than it is for
a lift truck that is carrying a load in the lowered (travel)
position. Therefore, a lift truck without a load is more likely
to tip sideways, especially in a turn, than a lift truck with
a load, provided the load is carried in the lowered position.
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