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14. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
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Only trained and certified personnel may change LPG tanks.
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Turn ignition switch to the OFF position.
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Change LPG tanks in designated and well ventilated area approved for this operation.
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Check LPG tank and lines for fuel leaks.
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Ensure no sparks, flame or ignition sources are present.
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Once the full tank is in place, ensure it is mounted correctly and securely. Check all connections.
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Do not attempt to start the truck until all LPG odor is gone.
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If the truck is hard to start, contact a certified mechanic to repair the problem. Tag the truck "Out of
Service" until properly repaired.
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When the battery is charged, hydrogen gas is generated and the battery is heated by the chemical
change. To prevent the danger of gas explosion, always do as follows:
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Carry out the charging operation in a well-ventilated place.
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Do not smoke or allow any flame.
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Start the charging operation when the temperature of the battery electrolyte is below 95° F (35° C). If
the electrolyte temperature goes above 122° F (50° C) during the charging operation, wait for it to go
down below 95° F (35° C) before starting charging operation again.
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When using a battery charger to charge the battery, take the battery caps off.
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ALWAYS wear safety glasses or goggles when starting the lift truck with booster (jumper) cables.
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When starting using the battery of another lift truck, do not allow the two lift trucks to touch.
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Stop the engine before connecting the cables.
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Be extremely careful not to let the cables get caught in the fan or fan belt.
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Connect the batteries in parallel; positive-to-positive and negative-to-negative. NEVER connect positive to
negative.
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DO NOT short-circuit the starter terminals to start a forklift truck.
Do not push the lift truck to start the engine. There is danger that the lift truck may suddenly start and operate
unexpectedly.
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CHANGING LPG FUEL TANKS
PRECAUTIONS WHEN CHARGING
STARTING WITH BOOSTER CABLES
DO NOT PUSH-START
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