Big Joe PDS 20 Operator's Manual page 10

ITEM
Transmission and hydraulic
systems
Forks
Chains, cables and hoses
Guards and load backrest
Safety signs
Horn
Steering
Travel controls
Wheels
Hydraulic controls
Brakes
Deadman/Parking brake
Battery disconnect
High speed limit switch
Operator Checks
PROCEDURE
Check for signs of fluid leakage.
Check for cracks and damage and that they
are properly secured.
Check that they are in place, properly secured
and not damaged.
Check that safety guards are in place, prop-
erly secured and not damaged.
Check that warning labels, nameplate, etc.,
are in good condition and legible.
Check that horn sounds when operated.
Check for binding or looseness in steering
arm when steering.
Check that speed controls on control handle
operate in all speed ranges in forward and
reverse and that belly button switch functions.
Check drive wheel for cracks or damage.
Move truck to check load wheels and casters
for freedom of rotation.
Check operation of lift and lower to their maxi-
mum positions.
Check that brakes actuate when steering arm
is raised to upright position, and when lowered
to horizontal position.
PDI,PDM,PDH (w. Dynamic Brakes):
Check that dynamic brake (if so equipped -
available on newer trucks
dynamic brake pushbutton on control handle is
pressed.
Check that steering arm raises to upright posi-
tion when released and brake applies.
Check that battery can be disconnected and
reconnected. Check for connector damage.
On the S22 & S25 check that the emergency
power disconnect is functioning properly.
Allow for enough space to operate truck in
high speed. Elevate forks approximately two
feet, then test drive truck to check if high
speed is cut out.
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