3.
Collision Hazards
- Do not lift if the load is not properly centered on the forks.
- Check the work area for overhead obstruction or other possible hazards.
- Do not stand under or allow personnel under the machine when the load is
raised.
- Do not lower the load unless the area below is clear of personnel and
obstructions.
4.
Bodily Injury Hazards
- Do not grasp the cable.
- Keep hands and fingers away from pulleys, the carriage and other potential
pinch points.
- Recommended operators to wear safety shoes and gloves.
- Do not put the feet under the forks to avoid any damages when using the
machine.
5.
Improper Use Hazard
Never leave a machine unattended with a load. Unauthorized personnel may
attempt to operate the machine without proper instruction, creating an unsafe
situation.
6.
Damaged Machine Hazards
- Do not use a damaged or malfunctioning machine.
- Do not use a machine with a worn, frayed, kinked or damaged cable.
- Do not use a machine with less than 4 wraps of cable on the winch drum when
the carriage is fully lowered. If you see the red mark on the cable, at least 4
wraps are on the winch drum.
- Conduct a thorough pre-operation inspection prior to each use.
- Be sure that all decals are in place and legible.
- Maintain proper lubrication of the winch.
7.
Crushing Hazard
Do not release grasp on the winch handle until the brake is locked.
8.
Lifting Hazard
Use proper lifting techniques to load or tip the machine.
9.
Other items
- When pushing the machine on the rough floor the force will be bigger.
- To avoid overloading, the operating force will increase and reach to 400N when
reaching to the nominal load.
- Pay attention to the balance of the goods to avoid their turning over when
lifting them.
- Do pay attention to avoid the goods turn over towards the back when using
the machine on a slope.
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