Safe Operation; Operating In Hazardous Areas; Safe Driving On Gradients - CombiLift C3000CB Manual

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Section 3: Safe operation
Combilift forklift trucks are equipped with certain safety devices as standard
equipment and strongly urge that these vehicles be operated with the safety
devices supplied.
3.1:

Safe Operation

 Combilift will not assume any liability for injuries or damage arising from or
caused by the removal of any safety devices from their vehicles by the
user.
 Fully trained, qualified and authorised drivers must only operate combi-Lift
forklift trucks.
 Ensure that the truck is suitable for the area in which it is to be operated.
 Before raising or lowering forks, give clear indication of your intentions to
other people and ask them to stand clear.
 Do not allow anyone to walk or stand beneath elevated forks.
 Do not exceed rated load capacity of the truck. In no circumstances should
counterweights be added to increase capacity.
 If the hoist mechanism malfunctions or becomes stuck in a raised position,
operate the hoist control lever to eliminate any slack in the chains. DO
NOT go under the elevated parts of the truck to attempt to carry out
repairs.
Never lower the hoist mechanism with the load forks mechanically supported.
Failure to observe this rule will result in carriage plus load forks falling as they
are pulled clear of the support causing excess shock loading and possible
damage to the hoist components as the hoist chain slack is taken up.
3.2:

Operating in Hazardous Areas

 No spark proofing is fitted to the truck as standard; consequently it MUST
NOT be used in flammable or explosive areas.
 The truck MUST NOT be used in corrosive atmospheres or in areas
containing a high degree of dust contamination.
3.3:

Safe Driving on Gradients

 When differences in levels exist, gradient ramps should be provided,
having smooth, gradual level changes at the top and bottom to prevent
shocks to the load or fouling of the forks.
 Do not drive across, turn or stack on gradients.
 Correct gradient procedure should be followed at all times.
 Do not park on a gradient. In an emergency apply the parking brake and
chock the wheels - but do not leave the truck unattended.
 Always approach an incline straight on, and keep forks and /or load facing
uphill at all times.
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