Hyundai 15P-7 Manual page 3

A MESSAGE TO HYUNDAI BATTERY TRACTOR OPERATORS
Battery tracktors are specialized machines with unique operating characteristics, designed to perform a
specific job. Their function and operation is not like a car or ordinary truck. They required specific
instructions and rules for safe operation and maintenance.
Safe operation of battery tractors is of primary importance to HYUNDAI.
Our experience with battery tractor accidents has shown that when accidents happen and people are
killed or injured, the causes are:
Operator not properly trained
Operator not experienced with battery tractor operation
Basic safety rules not followed
Battery tractor not maintained in safe operating condition
For these reasons, HYUNDAI wants you to know about the safe operation and correct maintenance of
your battery tractor.
This manual is designed to help you operate your battery tractor safely.
This manual shows and tells you about safety inspections and the important general safety rules and
hazards of battery tractor operation. It describes the special components and features of the battery
tractor 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 battery tractor mechanic.
The operator's manual is not a training manual. It is a guide to help trained and authorized operators
safely operate their battery tractor 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 battery tractor. Practice safe operation every time you use your battery tractor. Let's join
together to set high standards in safety.
Remember, before you start operating this battery tractor, be sure you understand all driving
procedures. It is your responsibility, and it is important to you and your family, to operate your battery
tractor safely and efficiently.
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 battery tractors; It is also an
(OSHA) requirement that a machine inspection be performed before every shift. If you need
training in operating or inspecting your battery tractor, ask your supervisor.
HYUNDAI battery tractors are built to take hard work, but not abuse. They are built to be dependable,
but they are only as safe and efficient as the operator and the persons responsible for maintaining them.
Do not make any repairs to this battery tractor unless you have been trained in safe battery tractor 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.