A Correct Use And Application - Jungheinrich ECE 118 Operating Instructions Manual

A Correct Use and Application

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The "Guidelines for the Correct Use and Application of Industrial Trucks" (VDMA) are
supplied with the truck. The guidelines form part of these operating instructions and
must be observed. National regulations apply in full.
The truck described in the present operating instructions is an industrial truck
designed for lifting and transporting loads.
It must be used, operated and serviced in accordance with the present instructions.
All other types of use lie beyond the scope of application and can result in damage to
personnel, the truck or property. In particular, avoid overloading the truck with loads
which are too heavy or placed on one side. The data plate attached to the truck or the
load chart are binding for the maximum load capacity. The industrial truck must not
be used in fire or explosion endangered areas, or areas threatened by corrosion or
excessive dust.
Proprietor responsibilities: For the purposes of the present operator manual
the "proprietor" is defined as any natural or legal person who either uses the industrial
truck himself, or on whose behalf it is used. In special cases (e.g. leasing or renting)
the proprietor is considered the person who, in accordance with existing contractual
agreements between the owner and user of the industrial truck, is charged with
operational duties.
The proprietor must ensure that the truck is used only for the purpose it is intended
for, and that no danger to life and limb of the user and third parties will result.
Furthermore, accident prevention regulations, safety regulations and operating,
servicing and repair guidelines must be followed. The proprietor must ensure that all
truck users have read and understood these operating instructions.
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Failure to comply with the operating instructions shall invalidate the warranty.
The same applies if improper work is carried out on the truck by the customer or third
parties without the permission of the manufacturer's customer service department.
Attaching accessories: The mounting or installation of additional equipment which
affects or enhances the performance of the industrial truck requires the written
permission of the manufacturer. In some cases, local authority approval shall be
required.
Approval of the local authorities however does not constitute the manufacturer's
approval.
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