Hydraulics; Welding; Washing The Lift Truck; Transporting The Lift Truck - Manitou ME 418 48V S3 Operator's Manual

HYDRAULICS

NOTE: It is forbidden to carry out any work on the hydraulic circuit other than the operations described in part: 3 -
MAINTENANCE: SERVICING SCHEDULE.
It is dangerous to change the setting and remove the BALANCING VALVES or SAFETY VALVES which may be fitted to your lift truck cylinders.
- Do not attempt to loosen unions, hoses or any hydraulic components when the circuit is under pressure.

WELDING

It is forbidden to carry out electric welding on the lift truck as this risks damaging the electrical components, in particular the speed controller (consult your dealer).

WASHING THE LIFT TRUCK

NOTE: It is forbidden to carry out any washing operation other than those described in part: 3 - MAINTENANCE: SERVICING
SCHEDULE, consult your dealer.
- The battery must be kept clean and dry at all times to avoid self-discharge and leakage currents (see 3 - MAINTENANCE:
SERVICING SCHEDULE).
- Do not cover the battery with a plastic sheet, as this would cause a build-up of static electricity and could cause an explosion.
- Clean the lift truck or at least the area concerned before any intervention.
- During washing, avoid the articulations and electrical components and connections.
- If necessary, protect against penetration of water, steam or cleaning agents, components susceptible to damage,
particularly electrical components and connections.
- Clean the lift truck of any oil or grease stains.

TRANSPORTING THE LIFT TRUCK

- Towing, slinging or transporting the lift truck (see 3 - MAINTENANCE: SERVICING SCHEDULE).
IMPORTANT
The HYDRAULIC ACCUMULATORS that may be fitted on your lift truck are pressurized units.
Removing these accumulators and their pipework is dangerous.
Such operations must only be performed by approved personnel (consult your dealer).
IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT
Disconnect and protect the battery plug before carrying out any washing operation.
Do not wet electrical components
Do not use a steam or pressurized water jet cleaner.
IMPORTANT
Transporting the lift truck involves real risks for the operator and others involved.
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