Operation Safety - Xtreme Manufacturing XRM945 Operation & Safety Manual

XRM945
 Warning
Wear appropriate protective clothing. Personal
protective equipment can include, but is not limited to
hardhat, gloves, footwear, safety glasses or goggles,
and hearing protection. Make sure clothing is snug
and properly belted. DO NOT wear loose clothing,
jewelry, watches, or anything that can catch on forklift
controls, moving parts, etc.
Before Starting Forklift
 Warning
Keep the Operation and Safety Manual on
the forklift at all times. Contact Xtreme
Manufacturing for any replacement
manuals.
Clearly define responsibilities and
procedures for operating the forklift and
all attachments. DO NOT proceed until
you seek expert assistance from a qualified
person if any doubt or question arises about the
correct or safe methods for operating the forklift.
To avoid injury or death,
carefully read and understand
all instructions before
operating the forklift. DO
NOT operate, modify, repair, or maintain the forklift
unless you read and understand the instructions and
warnings in this and all other applicable manuals and
technical publications. Follow all State and Federal
health and safety laws and/or local regulations.
Consult Material Safety
Data Sheets (MSDS) for
chemical hazards and first aid
instructions. MSDS should
be available from the manufacturer or supplier of
the fluid.
For information call (800) 497-1704
 Warning
Perform a pre-operation inspection and
functional tests at the beginning of each
work shift. Perform the pre-operation
inspection first. DO NOT perform the pre-
operation inspection with the engine running or hot.
Contact with moving or heated parts can cause injury
or death.
Perform the pre-operation inspection
and functional tests in an open area.
Inspections and functional tests may
require assistance. Keep the assistant
visible and a safe distance from the forklift to prevent
injury or death.
Become familiar with all safety and hazard
decals, regulations, and procedures. Make
sure all proper safety and hazard decals are
attached to the forklift and remain legible.
A brief description of controls, indicators,
and instruments is provided as a
convenience for the operator. These
descriptions DO NOT provide complete
operation instructions. Read and understand the
entire manual to prevent equipment damage, injury,
or death.
Keep fingers and feet away
from moving parts or pinch
points to prevent pinching
or crushing. DO NOT allow
anyone between the tires and the forklift frame while
operating the forklift.
Always check the condition of the seat belt
and mounting hardware before operating
the forklift. If the seat belt or mounting
hardware is defective, it may not properly
restrain the operator, resulting in injury or death.
• DO NOT operate the forklift until the seat belt or
mounting hardware is replaced, if worn or damaged.
• The seat belt MUST be worn while operating the
forklift. Failure to wear the seat belt could result in
injury or death.
Safety
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