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Operation
Four Wheel Steering (4W)
Four wheel (4W) steering allows the front
wheels to turn in the same direction and the
rear wheels to turn in the opposite direction of
the steering wheel The rear wheels follow the
front wheel path Four wheel (4W) steering is useful for a
short turning radius and in muddy or sandy conditions
Two Wheel Rear Steering (2WR) (Optional)
OPTIONAL two wheel rear (2WR) steering
allows the rear wheels to turn in the same
direction as the steering wheel The front
wheels remain in a fixed forward position
NOTE: A separate switch is located on the right side of
the dash panel to engage and disengage the optional two
wheel rear (2WR) steering mode
Maximum Fork Sweep
Warning
Allow for adequate clearance between
the attachment and other objects when
turning. The attachment extends beyond
the front of the forklift. The operator must
be aware of the maximum sweep of any attachment
being used, when turning, to avoid hitting personnel
and other objects in the area to prevent death, serious
injury, or property damage.
Figure 7-13. Maximum Fork Sweep.
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Starting Travel
Warning
Use proper safety procedures and avoid
hazardous situations while operating the
forklift to prevent death, serious injury, or
property damage.
• Check the work site for any hazards before operating
the forklift.
• Check the work surface for loose soil conditions and
overhead power lines.
Warning
To prevent death or serious injury,
the operator must be seated with seat
belt fastened, the travel select lever
set to NEUTRAL, the Parking Brake
ON (engaged), and the area free of people and
obstructions BEFORE starting the forklift.
1. Start the forklift Refer to the Starting Forklift section
in this manual
2. Apply service brake
3. Release parking brake
4. Rotate the gear select switch to the gear desired
5. Move the travel select lever to FORWARD or REVERSE
for the appropriate direction of travel
6. Release the service brake pedal
7. Slowly press the accelerator pedal to start travel
XR1045
Xtreme Manufacturing, LLC
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