Positioning The Forks; Loading - Linde E 20-02 Operating Instructions Manual

Loading

Positioning the forks

- Pull up on the quick-release lever.
- Position the forks as required by the width of the load by
sliding the forks to the right or left. Make sure that both
forks are equally far from the centre of the truck.
- Allow the fork quick-releases to seat in the notch.
NOTE
The load centre should be midway between the forks.
Loading
WARNING
Do not step on the raised forks. Increased danger
of falling and being squeezed.
WARNING
The loads must be picked up so that they do not
project beyond the loading area of the truck, and
will not fall over or off.
If needed, a load backrest* must be used.
- Approach the load carefully and as accurately as possible.
- Set the mast to the vertical position.
- Elevate or lower the forks to the proper height.
- Carefully move the truck forward into the centre of the load
until the load contacts the fork-face. Take care not to
contact adjacent loads.
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- Raise the fork carriage until the load rests freely on the
forks.
- Reverse the truck until the load is clear.
- Tilt the mast back.
CAUTION
Do not stand under the elevated load. When
travelling, the load should be carried as low as
possible and the mast should be tilted back.
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