Before Starting The Lift Truck - Doosan D35S-9 Operation & Maintenance Manual

Safety Section

Before Starting the Lift Truck

Perform a walk-around inspection daily and at the start of
each shift. Refer to the topic "Walk-around Inspection" in
"Every 10 Service Hours or Daily" section of this manual.
Adjust the seat so that full brake pedal travel can be
obtained with the operator's back against the seat back.
Make sure the lift truck is equipped with a lighting system
as required by conditions.
Make sure all hydraulic controls are in the HOLD position.
Make sure the direction control lever is in the NEUTRAL
position.
Make sure the parking brake is engaged.
Make sure no one is standing and/or working on,
underneath or close to the lift truck before operating the
lift truck.
Operate the lift truck and controls only from the operator's
station.
Make sure the lift truck horn, lights, backup alarm (if
equipped) and all other devices are working properly.
Check for proper operation of mast and attachments.
Pay particular attention to unusual noises or erratic
movement which might indicate a problem.
Make sure service and parking brakes, steering, and
directional controls are operational.
Make sure all personnel are clear of lift truck and travel
path.
Refer to the topic "Lift Truck Operation" in the "Operation
Section" of this manual for specific starting instructions.
Starting the Lift Truck
Do not start the engine or move any of the controls if there
is a "DO NOT OPERATE" or similar warning tag attached
to the start switch or controls.
Before Operating the Lift Truck
Test brakes, steering controls, horn and other devices for
proper operation. Report faulty performance.
Do not operate lift truck until repaired.
Learn how your lift truck operates. Know its safety
devices. Know how the attachments work.
Before moving the lift truck, look around. Start, turn and
brake smoothly.
An operator must constantly observe his lift truck for
proper operation.
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