Attachment Installation Or Modification To The Truck - HANGCHA Mini Range CDD12-A2MJ-SZ Operation And Maintenance Manual

1.4 Attachment installation or modification to the truck

Without authorization by the manufacturer, it is not allowed to modify the truck privately.
The mounting or installation of any attachments which will interfere with, or supplement, the
functions of the truck is permitted only after written approval by the manufacturer has been
obtained. If necessary, the approval of local authorities has to be obtained.
Without the prior written approval of the original manufacturer, its authorized representative or its
successor, any change to the truck that may influence its performance, such as rated capacity,
stability or security, is not allowed. Changes include brake, steering, vision or dismountable
attachment. When the manufacturer or its successor approve to changes of the vehicle, it also
needs to make corresponding modification to vehicle nameplate, decals, logo and brochures.
Only in the event that the truck manufacturer is no longer in business and there is no successor in
the interest to the business, may the user may arrange for a modification or alteration to a
powered industrial truck, provided, however, that the user shall:
a) Arrange for the modification or alteration to be designed, tested and implemented by an
engineer(s) expert in industrial trucks and their safety;
b) Maintains a permanent record of the design, test(s) and implementation of the
modification or alteration;
c) Approves and makes appropriate changes to the capacity plate(s),decals, tags and
instruction handbook;
d) Affixes a permanent and readily visible label to the truck stating the manner in which the
truck has been modified or altered, together with the date of the modification or alteration
and the name and address of the organization that accomplished those tasks.
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