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4.2.1 The user shall maintain in a legible condition all nameplates, warnings and instructions which are
supplied by the manufacturer.
4.2.2 The user shall not perform any modification or addition which affects capacity or safe operation, or
make any change not in accordance with the owner's manual without the manufacturer's prior written
authorization. Where authorized modifications have been made, the user shall ensure that capacity,
operation, warning and maintenance instruction plates, tags or decals are changed accordingly.
4.3
Changing and Charging Storage Batteries for Electric Personnel and Burden Carriers
4.3.1 The user shall require battery changing and charging facilities and procedures to be in accordance
with appropriate paragraphs of ANSI/NFPA 505.
4.3.2 The user shall periodically inspect facilities and review procedures to be certain that appropriate
paragraphs of ANSI/NFPA 505, are strictly complied with and shall familiarize carrier operators with
it.
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OPERATING SAFETY RULES AND PRACTICES
5.1 General
5.1.1 Safeguard the pedestrians at all times. Do not drive Cart in a manner that would endanger anyone.
5.1.2 Riding on the Cart by persons other than the operator is authorized only on personnel seat provided by
the manufacturer.
5.1.3 When a cart is to be left unattended, stop it, apply the parking brake, stop the engine or turn off power,
turn off the control or ignition circuit, and remove the key if provided. Block the wheels if machine is
on an incline.
5.1.4 Use only approved Cart in hazardous locations, as defined in the appropriate safety standards.
5.1.5 Operators shall not add to, or modify, the Cart.
Traveling
5.2
5.2.1
Observe all traffic regulations, including authorized speed limits. Under normal traffic conditions keep
to the right. Maintain a safe distance, based on speed of travel, from a vehicle ahead; and keep the Cart
under control at all times.
5.2.2
Do not pass another vehicle traveling in the same direction at intersections, blind spots, or at other
dangerous locations.
5.2.3
Keep a clear view of the path of travel, observe other traffic and personnel, and maintain a safe
clearance.
5.2.4
Slow down or stop, as conditions dictate, and activate the sound-producing warning device at cross
aisles and when visibility is obstructed at other locations.
5.2.5
Ascend or descend grades slowly.
5.2.6
Under all travel conditions the Cart shall be operated at a speed that will permit it to be brought to a
stop in a safe manner.
5.2.7
Do not indulge in dangerous activities, such as stunt driving or horseplay.
5.2.8
Avoid running over loose objects, potholes, and bumps.
5.2.9
To negotiate turns, reduce speed to improve stability, then turn hand steering wheel or tiller in a smooth,
sweeping motion.
5.3 Loading
5.3.3
At the beginning of each shift during which the Cart will be used, the operator shall check the Cart
condition and inspect the tires, warning devices, lights, battery, speed and directional controllers,
brakes, and steering mechanism. If the Cart is found to be in need of repair or in any way unsafe, the
SAFETY INFORMATION
Owner's Manual and Service Guide
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