Operator's Manual
Third Edition • Sixth Printing
Operating Instructions
36 GTH-844
Part No. 237108
Models with 2-speed transmission
Come to a complete stop before shifting the
transmission from forward to reverse. The
transmission control lever must be in 1st or 2nd
gear only.
Forward / 1st gear: Low speed / high torque
Forward / 2nd gear: Medium speed / medium
torque
Axle Differential Lock
Use the axle differential lock switch to lock the axle
differential and gain added traction in certain types
of terrain such as sand, mud or snow.
Come to a complete stop before activating the axle
differential lock. Do not lock the axle when the
machine is moving.
Step on the pedal and hold it to activate the axle
differential lock. Release the pedal to release the
differential lock.
Frame Sway Control
Before raising the boom, the machine must be
level.
1
Check the left to right level indicator. The left to
right level indicator should be 0 degrees before
raising the boom.
2
If the machine is not level, use the frame sway
control function to level the machine.
Only use the frame sway control function if the
boom angle indicator is at 0 degrees or less.
See Controller Movements section.
Transporting a Load
Center the load on the forks. Position the load so
that it is completely against the back of the fork
frame.
The load should be kept as low to the ground as
possible while traveling. Always move a loaded
machine with the boom angle indicator at
0 degrees or less.
Tilt the forks back slightly to help keep the load
secure.
Always bring the machine to a complete stop
before applying the parking brake.
