General Instructions - Manitou MSI 20 D Operator's Manual

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ENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
A - DRIVER'S OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
- Read the operator's manual carefully, making sure you understand it.
- The operator's manual must always be kept in the lift truck, in the place provided and in the language understood by
the operator.
- Every operation or manoeuvre not described in the manual must be assumed to be prohibited.
- Respect the safety notices and instructions given on the lift truck.
- It is compulsory to replace all plates or stickers which are no longer legible or which have become worn or damaged.
B - AUTHORISATION TO OPERATE (LEGISLATION IN FORCE FOR FRANCE)
(Or refer to the legislation for each particular country)
- Only qualified personnel may use the lift truck. Its use is subject to authorisation to operate being given by the
appropriate manager in the user establishment.
- The user should always carry this authorisation to operate with him while he is using the lift truck.
- The driver is not competent to authorise the driving of the lift truck by another person.
- In addition, the vehicle should be used in accordance with good practice for the profession.
C - MAINTENANCE
- The user must immediately advise his superior if his lift truck is not in good working order or does not comply with the
safety notice.
- The operator is prohibited from carrying out any repairs or adjustments himself, unless he has been trained for this
purpose. He must keep the lift truck properly cleaned if this is among his responsibilities.
- Carry out daily maintenance (See chapter : A - DAILY OR EVERY 10 HOURS SERVICE in paragraph : 3 -
MAINTENANCE).
- Ensure tyres are adapted to the nature of the ground (See area of the contact surface of the tyres in the chapter :
CHARACTERISTICS in paragraph : 2 - DESCRIPTION).
. SAND tyres.
. LAND tyres.
. Snow chains.
There are optional solutions, consult your agent or dealer.
A worn or damaged tyre can result in the lift truck being temporarily out of service.
The fitting of foam inflated tyres is prohibited and is not guaranteed by the manufacturer, excepting prior authorisation.
- For your safety and that of others, making any modification to the structure or adjustment of the following components
on your lift truck is prohibited.
. Hydraulic pressure.
. Setting of limiting devices.
. Engine speed.
. Adding on additional equipment.
If this occurs, the manufacturer will be released from any liability.
- To enable the vehicle to be maintained in a state of conformity, we advise you to have your lift truck checked regularly
by your agent or dealer. This should be done at least once every 6 months.
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