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XR5519
The parking brake can be manually released
to tow the forklift. In this condition, it is pos-
sible for the forklift to move suddenly when
the brakes are released, which could result
in death, serious injury, or property damage.
To prevent sudden movement of the forklift, place wheel
chocks in front of and behind wheels before the brakes are
released.
If the forklift is to be towed, make sure the
released brake(s) can be reapplied or the tow
vehicle has the braking capacity to stop the
forklift.
Follow the cold starting procedures and engine manufac-
turer's specifications for using a starting aid.
Lead-acid batteries produce flammable and potentially ex-
plosive gases. To avoid death or serious injury when check-
ing, testing, or charging batteries:
•
DO NOT use smoking materials near batteries.
•
Keep arcs, sparks, and open flames away from batteries.
•
Provide ventilation for flammable vapors.
•
Wear proper personal protective equipment, including
safety glasses.
Fluid in electric storage batteries contains sulfuric acid,
which is poisonous and could cause severe chemical burns.
Avoid all contact of fluid with eyes, skin, or clothing. Use
protective gear when handling batteries. DO NOT tip a bat-
tery beyond a 45° angle in any direction.
If contact does occur, follow these First Aid suggestions:
•
External contact - Flush with water.
•
Eyes - Flush with water (including under the eyelids) for
at least 15 minutes and get medical attention immedi-
ately. Flushing must begin immediately to avoid per-
manent eye tissue damage.
•
Internal contact - Drink large quantities of water or milk
to dilute stomach contents. Do not induce vomiting.
Get medical attention immediately.
Operation Manual
DO NOT use ether as a starting
aid. Ether is flammable and can
cause an explosion when start-
ing the engine, which could re-
sult in death or serious injury.
Warning
IMPORTANT - In case of internal contact, DO NOT give fluids
that induce vomiting.
California Proposition 65
Battery
accessories
compounds, chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or
other reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling these items.
Jump Starting
Wear eye protection when connecting jump
start cables. Improper jump start procedures
could cause the battery to explode, which
could result in death or serious injury.
•
Never jump start a frozen battery, as it
can explode. Let the battery thaw out before charging.
•
NEVER jump start the forklift when travel select lever is
in gear, which can cause the forklift to lurch forward or
backward, and could result in death, serious injury, or
property damage.
•
To avoid injury or death when jump starting with an-
other forklift, make sure the two (2) forklifts are not
touching.
•
DO NOT allow jump start cable ends to contact each
other.
•
Connect charged battery positive (+) to stalled forklift
battery positive (+).
•
Connect charged battery negative (–) to stalled fork-
lift ground. Make the connection to the stalled forklift
ground last.
•
Connect jump start cable to stalled forklift ground a
safe distance from the battery to prevent sparks near
the battery.
•
Jump start only with a power source with the same volt-
age as the stalled forklift.
•
Turn off all lights and accessories on the stalled forklift
to prevent them from operating when the power source
is connected.
•
Electrolyte contains acid and could cause serious per-
sonal injury if it contacts the skin or eyes.
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