A Message To Hyundai Lift Truck Operators - Hyundai 250D-9 Manual

A MESSAGE TO HYUNDAI LIFT TRUCK OPERATORS

A MESSAGE TO HYUNDAI LIFT TRUCK OPERATORS
Lift trucks are specialized for machines with unique operating characteristics, designed to perform a
specific job. Their function and operation are not like a car or ordinary truck. They required specific
instructions and rules for safe operation and maintenance.
Safe operation of lift trucks is of primary importance to HYUNDAI.
Our experience with lift truck accidents has shown that when accidents happen and people are killed or
injured, the causes are:
·Operator not properly trained
Operator not properly trained
·Operator not experienced with lift truck operation
Operator not experienced with lift truck operation
·Basic safety rules not followed
Basic safety rules not followed
·Lift truck not maintained in safe operating condition
Lift truck not maintained in safe operating condition
For these reasons, HYUNDAI wants you to know about the safe operation and correct maintenance of
your lift truck.
This manual is designed to help you operate your lift truck safely.
This manual shows and tells you about safety inspections and the important general safety rules and
hazards of lift truck operation. It describes the special components and features of the truck and
explains their function. The correct operating procedures are shown and explained. Illustrations and
important safety messages are included for clear understanding. A section on maintenance and
lubrication is included for the lift truck mechanic.
The operator's manual is not a training manual. It is a guide to help trained and authorized operators
safety operate their lift truck by emphasizing and illustrating the correct procedures. However, it cannot
cover every possible situation that may result in an accident. You must watch for hazards in your work
areas and avoid or correct them. It is important that you know and understand the information in this
manual and that you know and follow your company safety rules!
Be sure that your equipment is maintained in a safe condition. Do not operate a damaged or
malfunctioning truck. Practice safe operation every time you use your lift truck. Let's join together to set
high standards in safety.
Remember, before you start operating this lift truck, be sure you understand all driving procedures. It is
your responsibility, and it is important to you and your family, to operate your lift truck safely and
efficiently.
Be aware that the Federal Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) and state laws require Be aware that the Federal Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) and state laws require
that operators be completely trained in the safe operation of lift trucks; It is also an (OSHA) that operators be completely trained in the safe operation of lift trucks; It is also an (OSHA)
requirement that a machine inspection be performed before every shift. If you need training in requirement that a machine inspection be performed before every shift. If you need training in
operating or inspecting your lift truck, ask your supervisor. operating or inspecting your lift truck, ask your supervisor.
HYUNDAI lift trucks are built to take hard work, but not abuse. They are built to be dependable, but they
are only safe and efficient as the operator and the persons responsible for maintaining them. Do not
make any repairs to this truck unless you have been trained in safe lift truck repair procedures and are
authorized by your employer.
This manual describes procedures for operation, handling, lubrication, maintenance, checking and
adjustment. It will help the operator realize peak performance through effective, economical and safe
machine operation.
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