Temporary Stopping And Parking - Komatsu AX20 Operation & Maintenance Manual

22. TRAVEL OPERATIONS
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TEMPORARY STOPPING AND PARKING

Do not park the lift truck on the route of travel for other vehicles or pedestrians.
1. Clutch-type lift truck:
Release the accelerator pedal, depress brake pedal (1), then
depress clutch pedal (2) immediately before the lift truck stops.
TORQFLOW transmission lift truck:
Release the accelerator pedal, then depress brake pedal (1)
2. After the lift truck stops, pull parking brake lever (3) to apply the
parking brake.
After the lift truck stops, return the forward/reverse control lever and
high/low speed control lever (clutch-type lift truck) to the neutral
position.
3. Clutch-type lift truck:
Return both the forward/reverse lever (4) and the high/low speed
lever to the neutral position.
TORQFLOW transmission lift truck:
Return the forward/reverse switch (4) to the NEUTRAL position.
WHEN LEAVING LIFT TRUCK
When leaving the lift truck, always do as follows:
1. Lower the forks to the ground.
2. Tilt the mast until the fork tips touch the ground.
Make sure there is no gap between fork tips and ground, as this will
create a hazard and possibly cause those passing the lift truck to trip
and fall.
3. Turn the starting key to the OFF position, then remove the key.
4. LPG engine trucks: When parking overnight, or for extended
periods, turn off fuel service valve on tank (clockwise) and wait until
engine stops before turning off ignition switch.
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