Forklift Operation (HMMH). (Cont) - TM-5-2420-224-100139

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WARNING

Never carry load greater than rated capacity 4,000 lb (2216 kg) of vehicle/forklift

combination. To do so could cause personal injury.

Make sure total capacity of forks is equal to or greater than load to prevent personal

injury.

Rotate load slowly in elevated positions. Rotating too fast will cause vehicle instability

and possible loss of load and injury to personnel.

Do not rotate loads in immediate area of any personnel. To do so could result in

personnel injury.

Set loads down with forks parallel to ground. Failure to do so could result in personnel

injury.

Drive carefully and observe traffic rules. Be in full control of vehicle at all times.

Avoid ruts, bumps, and other hazards that could cause vehicle to swerve or tip

resulting in injury.

Never leave vehicle unattended without lowering load, setting hand brake, and

stopping engine. To do so could result in personal injury.

Do not allow anyone to ride on forks. Never allow anyone under load or carriage.

Never reach through mast. To do so could result in personnel injury.

Transport load with forks lowered 3-4 in. (7.6-10.1 cm) above ground and mast tilted

back. Failure to do so could result in personal injury.

Limit amount of vehicle maneuvering to minimum when high stacking load. Failure to

do so could result in personal injury.

Do not turn on incline. Always back down ramps or inclines when possible. Driving

forward with load, down ramp or down incline, will reduce vehicle stability and cause

possible injury to personnel.

Travel slowly around corners. Sound horn on blind corners. Be careful of overhead

clearances. Watch where you are going, whether in forward or reverse. Avoid sudden

stops and starts. Failure to do so could result in personnel injury.

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