Operation Manual
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Operation
Before Starting Telehandler
Warning
Failure to use proper safety procedures when mounting
and dismounting the Telehandler could result in death or
serious injury.
•
Keep steps clear of dirt, mud, snow, ice, debris, and oth-
er hazards.
Face the Telehandler for mounting or dis-
mounting. Use hand holds and steps to main-
tain three (3) points of contact at all times,
either both hands and one foot or both feet
and one hand.
•
DO NOT use the controls, steering wheel, or foot pedals
as hand holds or steps. Avoid accidentally engaging or
disengaging a control.
DO NOT jump from the Telehandler. Clothing
can get caught on pedals, levers, or other
protruding parts. Landing on uneven surfaces
could result in death or serious personal
injury.
1. Master battery disconnect on.
2. Use safe mounting/dismounting procedures to enter the
operator cab.
3. Adjust the operator seat for position and comfort. (Refer
to Seat Adjustment section in this manual)
4. Adjust mirrors (this may require assistance).
5. Adjust the side console control panel.
6. Fasten seat belt.
7. Make sure the travel select lever is set to NEUTRAL (N) and
the Parking Brake is ON (engaged).
NOTE:
The engine will only start when the travel select lever is
in NEUTRAL (N) and the Parking Brake switch is ON (engaged).
Figure 65. Travel Select Lever Must Be in NEUTRAL to Start Telehandler
Figure 66. Parking Brake Switch (A) Must Be ON (Engaged) to Start the
Telehandler.
The Parking Brake switch (A) has two (2) positions: ON and
OFF.
A
B
Normal Starting
Starting Telehandler
Warning
To prevent death, serious injury, or property
damage, the operator must be seated with
seat belt fastened, arms, legs, and head com-
pletely inside the Rollover Protection Struc-
ture/Falling Object Protection Structure
(ROPS/FOPS), the travel select lever in NEUTRAL, and the
Parking Brake switch ON (engaged) BEFORE starting the
Telehandler.
1.
Place Key in Ignition Switch.
Figure 67. Key and Ignition Switch