Komatsu AX20 Operation & Maintenance Manual page 11

1. FOREWORD
This manual provides rules and guidelines which will help you use this lift truck safely and effectively.
Always be sure to read and understand this manual thoroughly before operating and performing maintenance.
Some actions involved in operation and maintenance of the lift truck can cause a serious accident if they are not
done in the manner described in this manual.
• Improper operation and maintenance of this lift truck can be hazardous and could result in
serious injury or death.
• Operators and maintenance personnel should read this manual thoroughly before beginning
operation or maintenance.
• Keep this manual handy and have all personnel read it periodically.
• Do not use this lift truck unless you are sure that you understand the contents completely.
• If this manual has been lost, or has become dirty or worn and cannot be read, request a
replacement manual from your Komatsu Forklift dealer.
• Komatsu Forklift delivers lift trucks that comply with (to the best of our knowledge at the time
of delivery) all applicable regulations and standards of the country to which they have been
shipped. If this lift truck has been purchased in another country or purchased from someone
in another country, it may lack certain safety devices and specifications that are necessary for
use in your country. If there is any question about whether your product complies with the
applicable standards and regulations of your country, consult your Komatsu Forklift dealer
before operating the lift truck.
• Continuing improvements in the design of this lift truck may not be reflected in this manual.
Consult Komatsu Forklift or your Komatsu Forklift dealer for the latest available information
on your lift truck or for questions regarding information in this manual.
• Information on safety is given in the SAFETY, OPERATION and MAINTENANCE sections
throughout this manual; please read it carefully and completely.
1. FOREWORD
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