UniCarriers 1F1 User manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
MODELS 1F1/1F2
Platinum II Series Cushion & Pneumatic Tire
Engine Powered/LPG, Gasoline, Dual Fuel, Diesel & Carburetor
3,000-8,000 lb. Capacities
Printing: April 2018 (02)
Publication No.: 997OE-45001
Printed in Marengo IL USA
OPERATOR
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Reliability.
It’s the dening trait of our company and our forklifts.
UniCarriers’ roots extend back over 100 years, and over that time, strong, reliable performance
has always been the hallmark of our organization, our people and our equipment.
Today, our unrivaled reliability continues to provide UniCarriers’ customers with a competitive
edge. And together, we move the merchandise that moves world commerce with greater ef-
ciency, economy and reliability.
When it comes to providing forklifts that make a difference for our customers and theirs...
We Never Quit.
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UNICARRIERS AMERICAS OPERATOR’S MANUAL
MODEL 1F1/1F2 SERIES
WARNING
!
• This Original Instructions (Operator's) Manual contains important safety information and must be made available to the operator.
• Keep this manual on the lift truck at all times.
• Do not operate the lift truck unless you have reviewed and fully understand the Operator’s Manual. Failure to follow all of the
instructions in this manual could be a violation of the Occupational Safety and Health Act.
• Do not operate this lift truck unless you are trained and authorized by your employer. Improper operation may result in a serious
or fatal injury to yourself or others.
• On December 1st, 1998 the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) adopted a new and stringent Powered
Industrial Truck Operator Training rule 29 CFR 1910.178(1). Based on the Industrial Truck Standards Development Foundation
(ITSDF) B56 current standard, Operator Training is now explained in detail. The employer shall ensure that operators of powered
industrial trucks are competent and trained in the safe and proper operation of powered industrial trucks. This training will
include formal training, practical demonstrations and an on-site evaluation.
OSHA also requires a proper pre-shift inspection, and any repair required shall be performed by a person trained and authorized to repair lift trucks.
As the employer you should be familiar with the rules of 29 CFR 1910.178(1) as well as ANSI/ITSDF B56.1 for the user. You should also be aware of
any state OSHA rules that may differ from the federal rules.

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THE FOLLOWING WARNING IS PROVIDED PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA HEALTH &
SAFETY CODE SECTIONS 25249.5 ET. SEQ.
WARNING
!
AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE FOR THE OPERATOR (FOR NORTH AMERICA)
• Do not operate this lift truck unless you are trained and authorized by your employer. Improper operation may result in a serious
or fatal injury to yourself or others. Make sure that you read and fully understand the Operator’s Manual supplied with this lift
truck. Failure to follow all instructions in this manual could be a violation of the Occupational Safety and Health Act.
DISCLOSURE OF REGULATION APPLICABILITY FOR CALIFORNIA CUSTOMERS ONLY
• To owner/operators of UniCarriers lift trucks in California:
ARB Regulation 2449(d)(3) June 2008: Starting June 15, 2008 the California Air Resources Board (CARB) placed a limit in idling
time for in use off road diesel powered equipment. "When operated in California, any off road diesel vehicle may be subject to
the California Air Resources Board In-Use Off-Road Vehicle Regulation. It therefore could be subject to retrot or accelerated
turnover requirements to reduce emissions of air pollutants". For more information, please visit the CARB website at www.arb.
ca.gov. At a minimum you should review the following section: 2449(d)(3), 2449(i), 2449(h)(8).

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A WORD TO OPERATORS
This Original Instructions (Operator's) Manual describes operating
procedures, daily checks and simple maintenance for safe usage of
your UniCarriers lift truck. We urge you to read this manual carefully
to familiarize yourself with the safety instructions before operating
a UniCarriers lift truck. An operator of any lift truck should maintain
safety as the number one priority at all times. In addition, we strongly
recommend that you obtain and read the Industrial Truck Standards
Development Foundation (ANSI/ITSDF) B56.1 Manual entitled “Safety
Standard for Low Lift and High Lift Trucks” before operating any lift
truck. These instructions will not only reduce mechanical issues with a
lift truck, but may also save a life.
Contact your Local Authorized Dealer to keep your lift truck in
peak operating performance. If you encounter any problems with a
UniCarriers lift truck, contact your Local Authorized Dealer and request
a complete checkup. The dealership will ensure that your lift truck is
serviced in accordance with the latest factory approved methods.
This manual is not a training manual, it is a guide to help trained and
authorized operators safely operate this lift truck. Please consult your
employer for proper training on the appropriate use of this lift truck
while performing your job. Illustrations in this manual will show the
operator the correct procedures for checking, starting, operating and
stopping this lift truck. Please contact your Local Authorized Dealer for
information about Operator Training packages.
OSHA 1910.178 requires that only trained and authorized operators
use powered industrial trucks.
All information, specications and illustrations in this manual are based
on the latest data obtainable at the time of publication. UniCarriers
Americas Corporation, hereafter referred to as UCA, reserves the right
to make changes or improvements at any time without notice.
This Original Instructions (Operator's) Manual has been prepared on the
assumption that your lift truck is fully equipped (including all optional
equipment). Thus, if you have any questions regarding equipment,
please contact your Local Authorized Dealer.
©2017 UniCarriers Americas Corporation
240 N. Prospect Street
Marengo, IL 60152 USA

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LIFT TRUCK MODIFICATIONS
Unauthorized lift truck modication is not permitted.
Per OSHA 1910.178, no modications or alterations to a powered
industrial truck, which may affect capacity, stability or safe operation
of the lift truck shall be made without the prior written approval of
UniCarriers Americas Corporation [UCA], its authorized representative
or a successor thereof.
After receiving the approval of UniCarriers Americas Corporation, its
authorized representative or a successor thereof, the data and capacity
plate, decals, tags, operation and maintenance manuals shall also be
changed appropriately.
Only in the event that UniCarriers Americas Corporation is no longer
in business and there is no successor to the business, the user may
arrange for a modication or alteration to a powered industrial forklift,
provided however, that the user shall:
a. Arrange for the modication or alteration to be designed, tested
and implemented by an engineer(s) expert in industrial forklifts
for their safety;
b. Maintain a permanent record of the design, test(s) and imple-
mentation of the modication or alteration;
c. Approve and make appropriate changes to the data and
capacity plate(s), decals, tags, and operation and maintenance
manuals;
d. Afx a permanent and readily visible label to the lift truck stating
the manner in which the lift truck has been modied or altered
together with the date of the modication or alteration, and
the name and address of the organization that performed the
modication or alteration.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SUBJECT PAGE
Warnings .................................................................................... 1
A Word to Operators .................................................................. 3
Lift Truck Modications ............................................................... 4
Table of Contents ....................................................................... 5
Introduction ................................................................................ 10
Maintenance and Servicing......................................................... 10
Daily Inspection .......................................................................... 10
Planned Maintenance ................................................................. 10
How to Use this Manual.............................................................. 11
Safety Rules and Practices .................................................... 11
Operating Controls and Functions ......................................... 11
Operating the Lift Truck ......................................................... 11
General Care and Maintenance ............................................. 11
Options ................................................................................. 11
Specications ........................................................................ 11
Safety Signs and Safety Messages ............................................. 12
Warning Symbols and Levels...................................................... 12
Warning Levels ...................................................................... 12
Safety Rules and Practices ......................................................... 13
Operator Qualications .......................................................... 13
Safety Guards ....................................................................... 13
Personal Protective Equipment for Operating Lift Truck.......... 14
Daily Inspection ..................................................................... 14
Operator Responsibility ......................................................... 15
General ................................................................................. 15
No Riders .............................................................................. 17
Traveling ............................................................................... 18
Loading ................................................................................. 20
Dockboards (Bridge Plates), Trucks and Railroad Cars .......... 21
Surface and Capacity ............................................................ 22
Fuel Handling ........................................................................ 23
Installation of Attachments..................................................... 24
ANSI/ITSDF Standards for Lift Truck Clamp Attachments ...... 24
In Case of Tip-Over ............................................................... 24
Transporting Lift Truck ........................................................... 25
Approach Angle, Departure Angle and Gangway............... 25
Hoisting (Lifting) up the Lift Truck....................................... 26
Function Tests................................................................... 27
Traction Bar........................................................................... 27
Position of Data and Capacity Plates and Decals................... 28
Data and Capacity Plates and Decals.................................... 30
Data Plate ......................................................................... 30
Alternate Capacity Plates .................................................. 30
Identication Numbers....................................................... 31
Caution Drive Decal (In Case of Tip-Over Decal) ................ 32
Warning Drive Decal (Trained and Authorized).................... 32
Pinch Point Decal.............................................................. 33
Caution Fork Decal............................................................ 33
Vaporizer Drain Valve Warning Decal (Option From 2018) .. 33
Caution Drive Decal (Operation)......................................... 34
Radiator Warning Decal..................................................... 34
Cooling Fan Warning Decal ............................................... 34
Adj LPG Warning Decal..................................................... 35
LPG Latch Warning Decal ................................................. 35

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SUBJECT PAGE
LPG Fuel Warning Decal.................................................... 35
Operating Controls and Functions .............................................. 36
Applications .......................................................................... 36
Application for UniCarriers Lift Trucks .................................... 36
Prohibited Applications for UniCarriers Lift Trucks .................. 36
Main Components ................................................................ 37
Meters, Indicators and Lamps ............................................... 38
LCD .................................................................................. 38
Operation Buttons............................................................. 38
Multipurpose Warning Light............................................... 39
Malfunction Indicator Light-Engine Check Warning............ 39
Glow Pilot Light ................................................................. 39
Oil Pressure Warning Light ................................................ 39
Charge Warning Light........................................................ 39
Parking Brake Warning Light ............................................. 39
Seat Belt Warning Light..................................................... 39
Meter Display .................................................................... 40
Changing Meter Display ............................................... 40
Clock ........................................................................... 41
Setting the Time........................................................... 41
Date............................................................................. 42
Setting the Date ........................................................... 42
Hour Meter................................................................... 43
Water Temperature Gauge................................................. 43
Fuel Gauge........................................................................ 44
Transmission Position........................................................ 44
Malfunction and Warning Indications ..................................... 45
Mast Interlock Warning...................................................... 45
LPG Level Warning/LPG Rack Lock Warning .................... 46
Torque Converter Fluid Temp Warning ............................... 46
Radiator Level Warning ..................................................... 46
Air Cleaner Warning........................................................... 46
Fuel Filter Warning............................................................. 46
Service Reminder Display.................................................. 47
Displays when Malfunction Occurs.................................... 47
Driver Recognition Mode ....................................................... 48
LPG Remaining Time Management ....................................... 49
Switches ............................................................................... 52
Horn Button ...................................................................... 52
Rear Right Grip with Horn Button ...................................... 52
Ignition Switch................................................................... 53
Lighting Switch and Turn Signal Switch ............................. 54
Lighting Switch............................................................. 54
Turn Signal Switch........................................................ 54
Fuel Change Switch .......................................................... 54
Seat Belt Interlock or Shutdown Indicator (Red-Option)..... 55
Maximum Speed Change Switch (Option) ......................... 55
Throttle Sensitivity Adjust Switch (Option).......................... 56
Transmission Shift (SmoothShift) Indicator (Green-Option) . 56
Operating Controls ................................................................ 57
Selector Lever ................................................................... 57
Parking Brake Lever .......................................................... 58
Inching Brake Pedal .......................................................... 59
Brake Pedal ...................................................................... 59

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Accelerator Pedal.............................................................. 60
Cargo-Handling Control Levers ......................................... 60
Twin Control Lever Type ............................................... 61
Single Control Lever Type............................................. 61
Joystick Control Lever (Option)..................................... 62
Tilt Horizontal Switch (Option)....................................... 64
ANSI/ITSDF Standards For Lift Truck Clamp Attachments. 65
Operating the Lift Truck .............................................................. 66
Inspection before Operating .................................................. 66
Lift Truck Operating Precautions............................................ 66
Precautions for Cold and Hot Weather .................................. 66
In Cold Weather ................................................................ 66
In Hot Weather.................................................................. 66
Operational Procedures ......................................................... 67
Gasoline and LPG Lift Truck Starting ..................................... 67
Fuel-Change Switch .............................................................. 69
To Change from LPG to Gasoline Operation...................... 70
To Change from Gasoline to LPG Operation...................... 70
Diesel Lift Truck Starting ........................................................ 71
Procedure for Jump Starting EFI Engines .............................. 73
Automatic Transmission......................................................... 75
Loading ................................................................................. 77
Transporting Loads................................................................ 77
Unloading.............................................................................. 77
Climbing................................................................................ 77
Stopping and Parking the Lift Truck ....................................... 78
Forks..................................................................................... 78
Seat Adjustment.................................................................... 79
Suspension Seat Operator’s Weight Adjustment................ 79
Forward and Backward Control Lever ............................... 79
Backrest Inclination Adjustment......................................... 79
Lumbar Adjustment........................................................... 80
Swivel Seat ....................................................................... 80
Seat Belt ............................................................................... 80
Seat Belt Interlock Options .................................................... 82
Top Panel .............................................................................. 83
Open Operation ............................................................... 83
Close Operation ............................................................... 84
Tilt Steering Wheel................................................................. 84
Service Release Latch ........................................................... 84
Radiator Cover ...................................................................... 85
Rearview Mirror (Option) ........................................................ 85
LPG Cylinder (Tank) Holder.................................................... 86
Open Procedure................................................................ 86
Close Procedure ............................................................... 86
General Care and Maintenance .................................................. 87
Wet Cell Battery Care and Maintenance ................................ 87
Battery Fluid Level............................................................. 88
Relling Battery Fluid ......................................................... 88
Battery Specic Gravity ......................................................... 89
Daily Inspection ..................................................................... 89
Operator's Daily Checklist (Sample) ....................................... 91
Maintenance and Inspection ................................................. 92
Fuel Recommendation ...................................................... 92
Engine Oil Level................................................................. 93
Relling Engine Oil............................................................. 93

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SUBJECT PAGE
Engine Coolant Level......................................................... 94
Relling Engine Coolant..................................................... 94
Cooling System Bleeding Instructions................................ 95
Brake Fluid Level............................................................... 96
Relling Brake Fluid ........................................................... 96
Automatic Transmission Fluid Level ................................... 97
Relling Automatic Transmission Fluid ............................... 97
Hydraulic Oil Level............................................................. 98
Relling Hydraulic Oil ......................................................... 98
Steering Wheel Play .......................................................... 98
Wheel and Tire .................................................................. 99
Tire Replacement .............................................................. 101
Front (Drive) Tire........................................................... 102
Rear (Steer) Tire ........................................................... 103
Checking Mast .................................................................. 106
Checking Lift Chain ........................................................... 106
Fork Inspection ................................................................. 107
Fork Repair ....................................................................... 107
Checking Horn .................................................................. 108
Checking Lights ................................................................ 108
Checking Cargo-Handling Control Lever(s)........................ 108
Checking Brake Pedal....................................................... 108
Pedal Free Play ................................................................. 108
Checking Parking Brake Lever .......................................... 108
Checking Top Panel Lock.................................................. 108
Fuses ................................................................................ 108
Checking Air Cleaner......................................................... 109
Fuel Tank Cleaning: Drain Plug .......................................... 109
Checking Fan Belt............................................................. 109
Fuel Filter........................................................................... 109
Air Purge ........................................................................... 110
Draining of Tar from the Vaporizer...................................... 111
Precautions for Using LPG ................................................ 112
Recommended LPG Fuel Type.......................................... 112
Cylinder (Tank) Size ........................................................... 113
LPG Cylinder (Tank) Replacement ..................................... 114
Swing-out Type Cylinder (Tank) Mount.......................... 114
Removing Cylinder (Tank) Swing-Out Type ................... 114
Installing Cylinder (Tank) Swing-Out Type...................... 115
Removing Cylinder (Tank) Swing-Down Type ................ 116
Installing Cylinder (Tank) Swing-Down Type .................. 116
Removing Cylinder (Tank) Fixed Type............................ 117
Installing Cylinder (Tank) Fixed Type.............................. 117
Relling LPG Cylinders (Tanks)........................................... 117
Periodic Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule ............... 118
Periodic Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule for Emission
Control System ............................................................. 124
Lubrication Chart............................................................... 127
Recommended Lubricants ................................................ 128
Recommended SAE Viscosity Chart.................................. 128
Putting Lift Truck in Storage................................................... 129
Daily Storage..................................................................... 129
Storage Over a Long Period of Time ................................. 129
Pre-Storage Servicing ....................................................... 129

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Servicing the Lift Truck in Storage...................................... 129
Post-Storage Servicing...................................................... 129
Options ...................................................................................... 131
Side Shift............................................................................... 131
Sling Poing for Hook-On Type Side Shift............................ 131
Overview of Side Shift ....................................................... 132
Main Terms used in this Section ........................................ 133
Safety Rules and Practices................................................ 133
Operation of the Control Lever for the Side Shift................ 135
Side Shift Operation .......................................................... 136
Daily Checks and Simple Maintenance.............................. 137
Specications ............................................................................ 138
Model Variation (Long Model Code) Breakdown .................... 138
Main Truck............................................................................. 139
Mast...................................................................................... 169
Fuel and Oil Capacity............................................................. 199
Engine................................................................................... 200
Engine Oil Capacity ............................................................... 200
Noise Level............................................................................ 201
Index .......................................................................................... 202
Warranty Certicate K21/K25 Engines (2016) ............................. 206
Warranty Certicate K21/K25 Engines (2017) ............................. 207
Warranty Certicate K21/K25 Engines (2018) ............................. 208
Warranty Certicate CARB Diesel Engines .................................. 209
Warranty Certicate Diesel EPA Engines ..................................... 210

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INTRODUCTION
UniCarriers lift trucks meet all applicable requirements of ITSDF B56.1
at the time of manufacture. UCA will not assume, and expressly
disclaims, any liability for injuries or damage arising from or caused by
the removal, disconnection or disengagement of any part from any of
its lift trucks. UCA recommends that all replacement parts be of OEM
(Original Equipment Manufacture) origin.
UCA would like to take this opportunity to thank you for purchasing
our product. Your UniCarriers lift truck was carefully designed and
manufactured to ensure maximum reliability, ease of service and
reasonable cost for our customers. The purpose of this guide is to
introduce and familiarize you, the operator, with the controls and
features of this lift truck.
This manual will help you learn how to operate your lift truck. This
manual describes the controls, their function and some special features
which may be installed on this lift truck. UniCarriers lift trucks are built to
work hard but not for misuse and/or abuse.
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
UniCarriers lift trucks are built to be dependable, but as with any
lift truck, they are only as efcient as the operator and the persons
responsible for maintaining them. It is essential to keep your lift truck in
good operating condition by following a recommended maintenance
schedule. A damaged lift truck is a potential source of danger to the
operator, and to other personnel around it.
DAILY INSPECTION
OSHA 1910.178 requires a daily or per shift inspection. Before
operating a lift truck it should always be inspected by the operator. This
procedure is detailed in the “Daily Inspection” (refer to page 89) and the
“Operator’s Daily Checklist Sample” (refer to page 91).
PLANNED MAINTENANCE
A Periodic Planned Maintenance program is used in addition to
the daily inspection of the lift truck and is performed by a trained
and authorized mechanic. Planned Maintenance (PM) provides the
opportunity to do a thorough inspection of the operating system
and safety condition of your lift truck. This can reduce unscheduled
downtime by doing necessary adjustments and repairs. Our dealers
are ready to help you with a Planned Maintenance Program by trained
service personnel (refer to page 118).

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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Included in this manual are the essentials of safe lift truck operation,
truck features and functions and explanation of how to maintain your lift
truck. This manual is organized as follows:
SAFETY RULES AND PRACTICES
Safety rules and major operating hazards you could encounter while
operating a lift truck.
OPERATING CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
Description of each major component of this lift truck and how the
instruments, gauges, and controls operate.
OPERATING THE LIFT TRUCK
Details of safe and efcient operating procedures.
GENERAL CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Care and planned maintenance of the battery, lift truck, forks and side
shift.
OPTIONS
Side shift overview, safety rules, operation, daily checks and simple
maintenance.
SPECIFICATIONS
Truck and mast specications.
The operating instructions in this guide do not replace any other rules
or laws of safety that are used in or required by federal, state, local
agencies or your own operational area. The operating practices listed
do not follow any order of importance but are all to be learned and
used in your daily operation. Make sure that your lift truck is correctly
equipped for use in your work area according to these rules or laws.
There may be certain hazards that may not or cannot be avoided
solely by mechanical means in the everyday use of lift trucks. Only
the intelligence, good judgement and care of the operator, along
with proper planned maintenance, will help assure that the lift truck
operates correctly. It is important to have only trained, reliable personnel
operating lift trucks. Operate your lift truck safely; careful driving is
your responsibility. Drive defensively and think about the safety of
people who are working nearby. Know your lift truck’s capabilities and
limitations.
UCA recommends that this Operator’s Manual be kept with the lift
truck at all times or in a location easily accessed by the operator. If a
replacement manual is needed, please contact your Local Authorized
Dealer and a replacement will be sent for a nominal fee.

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SAFETY SIGNS AND SAFETY MESSAGES
Safety signs and Safety messages are placed in this manual and on the
lift truck to provide instruction and identify specic areas where potential
hazards exist and special precautions should be taken. Know and
understand the meaning of these instructions, signs and messages.
Damage to the lift truck, death or serious injury to you or other persons
may result if these messages are not followed. If warning decals are
damaged, they must be replaced.
WARNING SYMBOLS AND LEVELS
Always follow the warnings in this Operator’s Manual and any located
on the lift truck to help avoid accidents and/or injuries from occurring.
WARNING LEVELS
The following safety signs are used in this manual to emphasize
important and critical instructions. They are used to alert you to
potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow
these safety signs to avoid possible injury or death.
Be sure to read these precautionary instructions and all safety related
decals installed on your lift truck before you operate it.
DANGER
!
• Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
!
• Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
!
• Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury.

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SAFETY RULES AND PRACTICES
OPERATOR QUALIFICATIONS
WARNING
!
• Operator must be trained, evaluated and authorized to drive
the lift truck and must understand safety techniques and
rules for lift truck operation.
• Under OSHA regulations in the U.S., all operators must be
formally trained and tested. These tests must be about basic
lift truck knowledge and in the operators' work environment.
Refer to OSHA regulations or you may also contact the
Industrial Truck Standards Development Foundation (ANSI/
ITSDF) 1750 K Street NW, Suite 460, Washington, DC 20006
and request a copy of B56.1 Safety Standard for Power
Industrial Trucks “Section for the User”.
SAFETY GUARDS
WARNING
!
• An overhead guard is intended to offer protection from falling
objects but cannot protect against every possible impact.
Therefore, it should not be considered a substitute for good
judgement and care in loading, handling, storage, etc.
• Do not remove overhead guard or backrest unless
specically authorized per ANSI/ITSDF B56.1 Section 4.5.1.

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PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR
OPERATING LIFT TRUCK
WARNING
!
• For operation of the lift truck, the protective equipment
for the operator shall be dependent upon the conditions
of use and the applicable provisions of the local laws and
regulations.
• The working clothes worn by the operator shall be such
that sleeves and cuffs t snugly so as to prevent them from
getting caught on lift truck levers, etc. Personal Protective
Equipment such as safety glasses, earmuffs, dust mask,
helmet (hard hat) and safety shoes should also be worn, as
required by the work environment, employer or local and
state regulations.
DAILY INSPECTION
WARNING
!
• OSHA 1910.178 requires a daily or per shift inspection.
Inspect the lift truck before operating. Do not operate the
lift truck if it is in need of repair. If it is in need of repair, tag
the lift truck, remove the key (if equipped) and report the
condition to the proper authority. Do not attempt repair
unless you are trained and authorized to perform repairs
(refer to “Daily Inspection” on page 89 and "Operator's Daily
Checklist Sample" on page 91).
Safety
Shoes
Working
Clothes
Ear
Muffs Safety
Glasses
Dust
Mask
Helmet
Snug Fitting
Sleeves
Snug Fitting
Pant Cuff

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OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITY
WARNING
!
• Safe operation is the responsibility of the operator.
• The operator shall develop safe working habits and also be
aware of hazardous conditions in order to protect himself,
other personnel, the truck, and material being handled.
• The operator shall be familiar with the operation and function
of all controls and instruments before undertaking to operate
the lift truck.
• Before operating any lift truck, operators shall have read and
be familiar with the operator’s manual for the particular lift
truck being operated and they shall also abide by the safety
rules and practices.
• Before operating any lift truck, the operator shall be familiar
with unusual operating conditions that may require additional
safety precautions or special operating instructions.
GENERAL
WARNING
!
• Use 3-point contact when mounting or dismounting a lift
truck when the operator’s compartment oor height is 300
mm or higher. Maintain contact with one hand and two feet
or two hands and one foot at all times. Keep hands free of
items (i.e. food, beverage, tools).
• Before operation, make sure that the top panel latch is in the
locked position and that the seat belt is secure.
WARNING
!
• Do not allow anyone to stand or pass under the elevated
portion of any lift truck, whether empty or loaded.
• Before starting to operate the lift truck conduct daily
inspection.
• Do not start or operate the lift truck, any of its functions or
attachments, from any place other than from the normal
operator’s position.

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WARNING
!
• Keep hands, feet and other parts of your body inside the
operator’s compartment. Do not put any part of the body
outside the operator compartment of the lift truck.
• Never put any part of the body into the mast structure or
between the mast and the lift truck.
• Never put any part of the body within the reach mechanism
of the lift truck or other attachments.
• Understand lift truck limitations and operate the truck
in a safe manner so as not to cause injury to personnel.
Safeguard pedestrians at all times.
a. Do not drive a lift truck up to anyone standing in front of an
object.
b. Ensure that personnel stand clear of the rear swing area before
conducting turning maneuvers.
c. Exercise particular care at cross aisles, doorways, and other
locations where pedestrians may step into the path of travel of
the lift truck.
WARNING
!
• A lift truck is unattended when the operator is more than 8 m
(25 ft) from the truck which remains in view, or whenever the
operator leaves the truck and it is not within view.
• Before leaving the operator’s position:
a. Bring lift truck to a complete stop.
b. Place selector lever in neutral.
c. Apply the parking brake.
d. Lower load-engaging means fully.
e. Turn the ignition switch off.
f. If unit is unattended remove the key, if equipped.
• Maintain a safe distance from the edge of ramps, platforms,
and other similar working surfaces. Do not move railroad
cars with a lift truck.
• When lift trucks are driven on and off highway trucks or
trailers, the brakes on the highway trucks or trailers shall
be applied, and wheel chocks or other positive mechanical
means shall be used to prevent unintentional movement.
• Whenever lift trucks are driven on and off semitrailers not
coupled to a tractor, supports may be needed to prevent
upending or corner dipping.
• Provision shall be made to prevent railroad cars from being
moved during loading and unloading. Wheel stops, hand
brakes, or other recognized positive means shall be used
to prevent movement of railroad cars during loading and
unloading.

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WARNING
!
• Care shall be taken not to contact overhead installations
such as lights, wiring, pipes, sprinkler systems, etc.
• A load backrest extension shall be used when necessary to
guard against a load, or part of it, from falling toward the
operator.
• In areas classied as hazardous, use only lift trucks
approved for use in those areas.
• Report all accidents involving personnel, building structures,
and equipment to the supervisor or as directed.
• Do not block access to re aisles, stairways, or re
equipment.
NO RIDERS
WARNING
!
• Do not sit on the forks or get under the forks or operator’s
platform at anytime whether empty or loaded.
• Do not permit riders on any part of the lift truck at any time.
The operator is the only one who should be on the lift truck.

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TRAVELING
WARNING
!
• Observe all trafc regulations including authorized plant
speed limits. Under normal trafc conditions, keep to the
right. Maintain a safe distance, based on speed of travel,
from the lift truck ahead; and keep the lift truck under control
at all times.
• Yield the right of way to pedestrians and emergency vehicles
such as ambulances and re trucks.
• Do not pass another lift truck traveling in the same direction
at intersections, blind spots, or at other dangerous locations.
• Slow down and sound the audible warning device(s) at cross
aisles and other locations where vision is obstructed.
• Cross railroad tracks at an angle wherever possible. Do not
park closer than 2 m (6 ft) to the nearest rail of a railroad
track.
• Keep a clear view of the path of travel and observe for other
trafc, personnel, and safe clearances.
• If the load being carried obstructs forward view, travel in the
opposite direction.
WARNING
!
• When descending a grade, stopping distance will be greater
than on-level operation. Methods shall be provided to allow
for this condition. Some methods are: reduce speed, limit
loads, allow adequate clear space at the bottom of grade,
etc.