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FORKLIFT SAFETY
CONTENTS
MANITOU NORTH AMERICA, INC.
6401 IMPERIAL DRIVE
WACO, TX 76712-6803
For Parts Orders contact your Manitou North America Dealer or call:
Manitou North America, Inc. Parts Dept. (800) 425-3727 or (254) 799-0232
Parts Dept. Fax (254) 867-6504 Website: www.manitou-na.com
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
Diesel Engine Exhaust and some of its constituents are known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
MLT629T Series A
MLT633TLS Series A
MLT730TW(120)LS Series A
MT732T Series A
MT932 Series A
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
THIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL MUST BE KEPT IN THE LIFT TRUCK AND MUST BE READ AND
UNDERSTOOD BY USERS.
547785AS
R/11-10

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Summarization of Contents

Introduction to Safety
Rough Terrain Forklift Truck Overview
General overview of rough terrain forklift trucks.
General Safety Standards Principles
Foundational safety principles for operating forklifts.
Rough Terrain Forklift Truck General Safety Standards
Study Operator and Service Manuals
Emphasizes the importance of understanding the operator and service manuals.
Recommended Literature
Recommends consulting relevant industry standards like ANSI/ITSDF B56.6.
Operator Training Qualifications
Outlines requirements and components for effective forklift operator training.
General Safety Practices
Details essential safety practices for using rough terrain forklift trucks.
Operating Safety Rules and Practices
Lists critical rules and practices for the safe operation of forklifts.
Suspended Loads Safety Guidelines
Provides specific safety guidelines for handling suspended loads.
Safety Messages
Safety Alert Symbol Explanation
Explains the meaning and importance of the safety alert symbol and other hazard indicators.
California Proposition 65 Warning
Warns about potential health risks associated with diesel engine exhaust.
Safety Decals
Decal Identification and Description
Introduces safety messages, decals, and nameplates found on the forklift.
Before Starting Decal (801011)
Describes the "Before Starting" decal and its location for boom-equipped models.
Safety Instructions Decal (420792)
Explains the "Safety Instructions" decal for mast-equipped models.
Seat Belt Use Decal (801012)
Instructs operators to wear seat belts and avoid jumping from overturning forklifts.
Operating and Safety Instructions
Original Replacement Parts and Attachments
Emphasizes using only genuine manufacturer parts for maintenance and warranty.
Driver's Operating Instructions
Covers essential safety and operational guidance for forklift operators.
General Instructions
Provides overarching guidelines for operation, authorization, and maintenance.
Operating Instructions
Details step-by-step procedures for driving and operating the forklift.
Handling Instructions
Outlines safe procedures for general handling and attachment use.
Load Handling
Explains safe practices for lifting and moving loads, including center of gravity.
Forklift Description
Identification of the Lift Truck
Details how to identify the forklift and its components using manufacturer plates.
Characteristics
Lists technical specifications for various forklift models' engines, transmissions, etc.
Specifications
Provides detailed performance data including sound levels, speeds, and capacities.
Dimensions and Load Chart
Presents dimensional drawings and load capacity charts for specific models.
Maintenance Procedures
Filters Cartridges and Belts
Lists part numbers for filters and belts, and their cleaning/replacement intervals.
Lubricants and Fuel
Recommends specific lubricants and fuels for engine, transmission, and other components.
Servicing Schedule
Provides a comprehensive schedule for routine maintenance tasks at various hour intervals.
Daily or Every 10 Hours Service
Details essential checks and maintenance to be performed daily or every 10 operating hours.
Every 50 Hours Service
Outlines maintenance tasks required every 50 operating hours.
Every 250 Hours Service
Lists maintenance procedures recommended every 250 operating hours.
Every 500 Hours Service
Covers maintenance tasks to be performed every 500 operating hours.
Every 1000 Hours Service
Details maintenance operations required every 1000 operating hours.
Every 2000 Hours Service
Outlines maintenance procedures for every 2000 operating hours, including cooling system.
Occasional Maintenance
Describes less frequent maintenance tasks like fuel system bleeding and wheel changes.
Wheel Change Procedure
Explains the procedure for changing forklift wheels, including safety precautions.
Lift Truck Transportation
Provides instructions for towing, slinging, and transporting the lift truck.
Front Headlamp Adjustment
Details how to adjust the front headlamp beam for optimal visibility and compliance.
Emergency Jump-Starting
Guides the user through the safe procedure for jump-starting the forklift battery.
Adaptable Attachments
Attachment Introduction and Guidelines
Introduces the range of available attachments and general usage guidelines.
Attachment Mounting and Dismounting
Describes how to attach and detach various types of forklift attachments safely.