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LOAD HANDLING
PICKING UP A LOAD
1.
Center the forks under the pallet to evenly distribute
the weight and make sure the load is balanced and
secure.
2.
Drive into the load as far as possible and then lift the
load off the ground and tilt back slightly.
3.
Position the load at a safe traveling height before
moving. (Two to four inches above the ground is
recommended for traveling)
TRAVELING WITH A LOAD
With the load tilted back and two to four inches above the
ground, always drive at a safe speed and slow down when
going around corners. Avoid sudden braking.
Only raise or lower the load when completely stopped,
never while traveling.
PLACING A LOAD
1.
Stop in front of desired location.
2.
Carefully and slowly raise or lower the load to the
desired height.
3.
Slowly move forward until the load is square and
positioned straight above desired location.
4.
Make sure load is level for placement and lower the
load to desired location.
5.
Once the load is settled back up slowly.
NOTE: Leave enough clearance when
turning to keep pallet forks and the load
from contacting obstacles.
NOTE: Make sure forks are clear of the pallet
before turning or adjusting the height of the
forks.
NOTE: When possible, travel straight up and
down grades, ramps, and inclines. Avoid
making sharp turns and slow down. When
traveling over a ramp or incline, keep the
load on the uphill side of the power unit.
Slow down while traveling over rough or hilly
terrain.