Safety Section Tilt elevated load forward only when directly over unloading area and with load as low as possible. Do not stunt ride or indulge in horseplay. Always look and keep a clear view of the path of travel. Travel in reverse if load or attachment obstructs visibility. Use extreme caution if visibility is obstructed. Stay in designated travel path, clear of dock edges, ditches, other dropoffs and surfaces which cannot safely support the lift truck. Slow down and use extra care through doorways, intersections and other location where visibility is reduced. Slow down for and avoid pedestrians, other vehicles, obstruction, pot holes and other hazards or objects in the path of travel.
Always use overhead guards except where operation conditions do not permit. Do not operate lift truck in high stacking areas without overhead guards. When stacking, watch for falling objects. Use load backrest extension and overhead guard. Refer to the topic “Operation Techniques” in the “Operation Section” of this manual. Loading or Unloading Trucks/Trailers Do not operate lift trucks on trucks or trailers which are not designed or intended for that purpose. Be certain truck or trailer brakes are applied and wheel chocks in place (or be certain unit is locked to the loading dock) before entering onto trucks or trailers.
If trailer is not coupled to tractor, make sure the trailer landing gear is properly secured in place. On some trailers, extra supports may be needed to prevent upending or corner dipping. Be certain dock plates are in good condition and properly placed and secured. Do not exceed the rated capacity of dock boards or bridge plates. Lift Truck Parking When leaving the operator station, park the lift truck in authorized areas only. Do not block traffic. z Park the lift truck level, with the forks lowered and the mast tilted forward until the fork tips touch the floor. z Move the direction control lever to NEUTRAL. z Engage the parking brake. z Turn the key switch off and remove the key.
z Turn the disconnect switch to OFF and remove the key (if equipped). z Block the drive wheels when parking on an incline. 13