Operation; General; Operating Precautions; Before Operation - Big Joe PDBB-20-T12 Operation, Maintenance, Repair Parts List

2-1. GENERAL.

This section gives detailed operating instructions for
the PDBB-20-T12 lift truck. The instructions are
divided into the various phases of operations, such as
operating the lift, driving, and stopping. Routine pre-
cautions are included for safe operation.

2-2. OPERATING PRECAUTIONS.

WARNING: Improper operation of the lift truck may
result in operator injury, or load and/or lift
truck damage. Observe the following
precautions when operating the
PDBB-20-T12 lift truck.
The following safety precautions must be adhered to
at all times.
• All warnings and instructions must be read and
understood before using the equipment.
• Equipment must not be altered in any way.
• Equipment must be inspected by a qualified person
on a regular basis.
• Be certain that required restraining means such as
safety belts, lifelines, and chains are properly used.
• Safety belt buckles must be visually inspected to
assure proper and secure connection before use.
• The self retracting lifeline should be attached to the
back Dee ring only on the safety belt.
• Replace any safety belt or life line that sustains per-
manent deformation or is otherwise damaged.
• Be certain that the lifting mechanism is operating
smoothly throughout its entire lift height, both empty
and loaded.
• Be sure that mast is vertical--do not operate on a
side slope.
• Be sure the platform is not tilted forward or rearward
when elevated.
• Be sure the truck has a firm and level footing.
• Before personnel are elevated, mark area with
cones or other devices to warn of work by elevated
personnel.
• Avoid overhead wires and obstructions.
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• Personnel are to remain on the platform floor. Use of
railings, planks, ladders, etc., on the platform for pur-
pose of achieving additional reach or height is pro-
hibited.
• Personnel and equipment on the platform must not
exceed the available space.
• Lower platform to floor level for personnel to enter
and exit. Do not climb on any part of the truck in
attempting to enter and exit.
• When traveling, always lower the load as far as pos-
sible.
• Observe applicable traffic regulations. Yield right of
way to pedestrians. Slow down and sound horn at
cross aisles and wherever vision is obstructed.
• Operate truck only from designated operating posi-
tion. Never place any part of your body between the
mast uprights. Do not carry passengers.

2-3. BEFORE OPERATION

Table 2-1 covers important inspection points on
PDBB-20-T12 lift truck which should be checked prior
to operation. Depending on use, some trucks may
require additional checks.
Figure 2-1 shows a sample format for a Operator
Checklist, which can be modified as necessary to fit
your operation.
WARNING: Periodic maintenance of this truck by a
CAUTION:
WARNING: If the truck is found to be unsafe and in
QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN is required.
A QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN
should check the truck monthly for
proper lubrication, proper fluid levels,
brake maintenance, motor maintenance
and other areas specified in the
TION 3.
need of repair, or contributes to an
unsafe condition, report it immediately to
the designated authority. Do not operate
it until it has been restored to a safe
operating condition. Do not make any
unauthorized repairs or adjustments. All
service must be performed by a qualified
maintenance technician.
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