Load Handling, Traveling - Yale VERACITOR GCC030VX Operating Manual

Operating Procedures
NOTE: Not every load can be lifted using only the forks of a
lift truck. Some loads will require a special attachment.
6. When lifting round objects, use a block behind the
object. Tilt the mast forward so that the forks can slide
along the floor under the object to be lifted. Tilt the mast
fully backward to help keep the load on the forks.

Load Handling, Traveling

1. When traveling with the load lowered, keep the load
against the carriage and the mast tilted fully backward. This
action will help keep the load on the forks and provide good
forward and side stability.
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2. Travel with the lift mechanism raised only enough to
clear the ground or obstacles.
When the mast, carriage, or load is in a raised position, the
stability of the lift truck is reduced. This is also critical when
the lift truck is not carrying a load. The ability of the lift truck
to resist side tipping can be less on a lift truck without a
load than it is on a lift truck with a load in the lowered
(travel) position. Therefore, a lift truck without a load is
more likely to tip sideways, especially in a turn, than a lift
truck with a load carried in the lowered position.
WARNING
Some lift trucks have mirrors for viewing along the side
to observe the tail swing area. These mirrors are an aid
to the driver, but are NOT driving mirrors and must
NOT be used as such when operating in reverse.