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SECTION 2
OPERATION
2-1. GENERAL.
This section gives detailed operating instructions for
the WPT 45 lift truck. The instructions are divided into
the various phases of operations, such as operating
lift, driving, and stopping. Routine precautions are
included for safe operation.
2-2. OPERATING PRECAUTIONS.
WARNING: Improper operation of the lift truck may
result in operator injury, or load and/or lift
truck damage. Observe the following
precautions when operating the WPT 45
lift truck.
The following safety precautions must be adhered to
at all times.
• Do not operate this truck unless you have been
trained and authorized to do so and have read all
warnings and instructions in this manual and on the
truck.
• All warnings and instructions must be read and
understood before using the equipment.
• Equipment must be inspected by a qualified person
on a regular basis.
• Do not operate this truck until you have checked its
condition. Give special attention to Tires, Horn, Bat-
teries, Controller, Lift System, Brakes, Steering
Mechanism, Guards and Safety Devices
• Operate truck only from designated operation posi-
tion. Wear foot protection. Do not carry passengers.
• Observe applicable traffic regulations. Yield right of
way to pedestrians. Slow down and sound horn at
cross aisles and wherever vision is obstructed.
• Start, stop, travel, steer and brake smoothly. Slow
down for turns and on uneven or slippery surfaces
that could cause truck to slide or overturn. Use spe-
cial care when traveling without load as the risk of
overturn may be greater.
• Always look in direction of travel. Keep a clear view,
and when load interferes with visibility, travel with
load or lifting mechanism trailing.
• Do not overload truck. Check nameplate for load
weight and load center information.
• Before lifting, be sure load is centered, forks are
completely under load, and load is as far back as
possible against load backrest.
• Do not handle loads which are higher than the load
backrest unless load is secured so that no part of it
could fall backward.
• When leaving truck, neutralize travel control. Fully
lower lifting mechanism and set brake. When leaving
truck unattended, turn off key switch and disconnect
switch, remove key and disconnect battery.
2-3. BEFORE OPERATION
Table 2-1 covers important inspection points on the
WPT 45 lift truck which should be checked prior to
operation. Depending on use, some trucks may
require additional checks.
Figure 2-1 shows a sample format for an Operator
Checklist, which can be modified as necessary to fit
your operation.
WARNING: Periodic maintenance of this truck by a
QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN is required.
CAUTION:
A QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN
should check the truck monthly for
proper lubrication, proper fluid levels,
brake maintenance, motor maintenance
and other areas specified in the SEC-
TION 3.
WARNING: If the truck is found to be unsafe and in
need of repair, or contributes to an
unsafe condition, report it immediately to
the designated authority. Do not operate
it until it has been restored to a safe
operating condition. Do not make any
unauthorized repairs or adjustments. All
service must be performed by a qualified
maintenance technician.