Safety Practices

MAINTENANCE OF FORKLIFTS - OD1660 - LESSON 1/TASK 2

(b) Lower the load by moving the LIFT control lever away from

you and continue to lower the load until it rests on the ground.

Back the forklift away from the load. The back-up alarm will sound

when the transmission direction selector is placed in the reverse (R)

position.

(c) If the load is to be deposited at a higher level than the

level it is being transported, or the level at which it is to be

stacked, move the mast into the vertical position and raise the load

to the proper height before moving the load forward into position for

lowering it.

e.

Towing Procedures.

(1) The forklift truck is towed rearward, using the tow bar on the

rear of the truck (figure 18 on page 46).

(2) To tow the forklift truck, open the steering bypass valve.

Remove the pin that secures the tow bar in position at the grille.

Lower the tow bar into position and attach it to the towing vehicle.

Unlatch each end of the tow chains that are secured to the truck and

attach them to the towing vehicle.

(3) The axles must be disconnected for towing. To disconnect the

axles, pull the AXLE DISCONNECT lever outward; this allows the axles

to

be

disconnected

from

the

transmission

and

prevents

the

transmission from being damaged during towing operations.

f.

Safety Practices.

(1) Diesel fuel used in the

operation of this equipment is

combustible and is a fire hazard.

Make sure that the fuel is stored

in proper containers.

(2) Ensure that all hydraulic pressure is released and the system

is drained of hydraulic oil before disassembling any hydraulic lines

or fittings.

The hydraulic oil used in the operation of this

equipment is under pressure of approximately 2500 psi and could cause

severe damage or death to personnel.

(3) Always disconnect the battery ground cable before working on

electrical components.

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