Aisle-Master Bendi User manual

Bendi –Pivot –Steer
Study Notes

The following illustration shows the location of some of the
main components on the Aisle- Master.

Load Centre
Always make sure the load is flush against the front vertical face of the forks
(item 3) [4], (or the load backrest if fitted) and that loads that are unbalanced
horizontally are loaded with the heaviest end of the load nearest to the truck.
The vertical load centre (item 4) [4], is equal to one-half the height of the load
when the weight is evenly distributed. For example, a load that is 122 cm (48
in) high has a vertical load centre of 61 cm (24 in).
Always make sure that loads that are unbalanced vertically are loaded with the
heaviest end of the load nearest to the horizontal face of the forks (item 5) [4].
Warning
Make sure the actual horizontal and vertical load centres do not exceed the
maximum load centres stated on the data plate. Failure to do this can cause
the forklift to tip over causing serious injury or death.
You need to consider two types of load centres. The horizontal load centre (item
1) [4], is equal to one-half the depth of the load when the weight is evenly
distributed. For example, a load that is 122 cm (48 in) long has a horizontal load
centre of 61 cm (24 in). The further the load centre is from the fulcrum (item 2)
[4], the less stable the forklift.

Tilting Considerations
The amount of forward and rearward tilt you should use is governed by the
application.
Attachments to the forks may affect the load centre. When the factory, dealer, or
distributor installs attachments approved by, Aisle- Master. an additional
identification plate should be attached to the truck. The new plate identifies the
type of attachment, the changes in the load centres, and the rated capacity.
Determining the Weight of the

Load
In addition to the rated capacity you must determine the weight of the load
before you attempt to lift it with your Aisle-Master forklift:
• Weight is listed on pallet wrapper
• Weight is listed on Bill of Lading
• Weight is determined by multiplying the weight
of each small container/bag by the number of small containers/bags on a pallet.
Each small container should be marked with its weight.
• Ask your supervisor when in doubt

When you travel with the truck loaded tilt the mast back and keep the load low.
This will help stabilize loads with an uneven weight distribution.
When you load at high elevations, tilt the load back far enough to seat it against
the front vertical faces of the forks or the load back rest (if fitted).
When you unload at high elevations, make sure you only use enough tilt to
place the load onto the rack or stack.
Retrieving a Load
The following steps outline the proper procedure to be followed when retrieving
a load.
The black arrows indicate the direction to turn the steering wheel and the
grey arrows indicate the truck drive and mast carrier/fork directions.
1. Drive straight down the middle of the aisle (item 1) [14] and slow down
when approaching the load (item 2) [14].
2. For narrow aisles bear to the side of the aisle that is opposite to the load
(item 3) [14]. Maintain a distance of approximately 150mm (6 inches)
between the side of the truck and the side of the aisle. For wider aisles
stay in the centre of the aisle
3. Centre the forks using the side shift.
Warning
If the forks or load jam or catch during a stacking operation, do not
attempt to free them by reaching through the mast. Failure to follow
this guideline can cause serious injury or death.
4. Drive forward until the centres of the front wheels are aligned with the
centre of the pallet/load to be lifted (item 4) [14], stop the truck and put
the direction lever into neutral.
5. Lift the forks to the required height and use the tilt to level the forks.
6. Turn the steering wheel/forks towards the load to be lifted (anticlockwise
for LHS). Stop turning when the fork nearest to the load (item 1) [15] is
approximately 100mm (4 inches) from the face of the rack/stack.
7. Set the direction lever to reverse. Slowly reverse the truck and
simultaneously turn the steering wheel/forks towards the load
(anticlockwise for LHS) until the forks are aligned central to the sides of
the load/

8. Set the direction lever to forward. Drive the truck forward towards the
load and simultaneously turn the steering wheel/forks (clockwise for
LHS) so that the forks stay aligned parallel and central to the sides of the
load/pallet to be lifted [17]. Use the side shift to centre the forks with the
load if necessary.
9. Lift the load just enough to clear the rack/floor, otherwise it may catch on
the rack above.
10.10. Set the direction lever to reverse. Slowly reverse the truck and
simultaneously turn the steering wheel/forks (anticlockwise for LHS) so
that the load/pallet stays aligned parallel and central to the sides of
adjacent loads/pallets [18]. Use the side shift to centre the load with the
adjacent pallets if necessary.

Note:
When turning the steering with the truck stopped do not apply the foot
brake or the park brake.

8. Set the direction lever to forward. Drive the truck forward towards the
load and simultaneously turn the steering wheel/forks (clockwise for
LHS) so that the forks stay aligned parallel and central to the sides of the
load/pallet to be lifted [17]. Use the side shift to centre the forks with the
load if necessary
9. Lift the load just enough to clear the rack/floor, otherwise it may catch on
the rack above.
10.Set the direction lever to reverse. Slowly reverse the truck and
simultaneously turn the steering wheel/forks (anticlockwise for LHS) so
that the load/pallet stays aligned parallel and central to the sides of
adjacent loads/pallets [18]. Use the side shift to centre the load with the
adjacent pallets if necessary.
11.Note:
If there is not enough clearance to remove the load/pallet drive
forward and try the removal process again. To get more clearance,
don’t start turning the forks until you have backed out 200 to 400mm
(8 to 16 in.)
12.When the front right hand corner of the load (item 1) [18] clears the
racking, stop reversing and turn the steering wheel (clockwise for LHS)
to align the sides of the load/pallet with the sides of the aisle.
13. Lower the forks until they are 100 to 150mm (4 to 6 in.) off the ground
and slowly drive the truck forward while using the steering to straighten
the truck in the centre of the aisle. Drive to the next location observing
the safety rules previously stated

Operating Your Aisle-Master Forklift
Transporting a Load
Follow these guidelines when you transport a load:
Do not speed.
Use the horn to warn others of danger.
Make sure the load is seated firmly against the load backrest / vertical
front face of the fork.
Tilt the mast back.
Lower the load so the forks are 100 to 150mm (4 to 6 in.) off of the
ground.
Be alert to overhead obstructions such as low doorways, racking, and
pipes.
Make sure you know the raised and
lowered heights of the mast.
Make sure the load is not wider than the width of the gangways or aisles,
especially if you are backing a bulky load down an incline.
If vision is obscured, arrange for a “spotter” to guide you.
If you are not carrying a load, travel with the forks facing downhill when
travelling up or down an incline [26]. That means you mast back up an incline
when not carrying a load