lifter TX 10/09 Manuel D'utilisation Et D'entretien page 15

Checking the battery
Carefully read the battery manufacturer's use and maintenance instructions. Check that there is no corrosion, that Vaseline is present on the poles and that the acid is 15
mm above the plates. If the elements are not covered, top up with distilled water.
Measure electrolyte density with a densimeter to check the charging level.
USE (18.1+X47)
The driver must carry out the following instructions of use in the driving position in way to remain reasonably distant from the dangeuros zones (such as masts, forks,
chains, pulleys, driving and stabilizing wheels and any other movable part), that can cause the crushing of hands and/or foots.
Safety Regulations
The truck must be used according to the following regulations:
a) The driver of the machine must be aware of the instructions for use of the vehicle and wear appropriate clothing and a helmet.
b) The driver responsible for the fork lift truck must not allow unauthorised personnel to drive the truck or to step onto the forks.
He must keep unauthorised personnel away from the area where the truck is working and immediately warn people if they are in danger; if, in spite of this warning there
is still someone in the work area the driver must immediately stop the truck.
c) It is forbidden to stop in areas where there are moving parts and step on the fixed parts of the truck.
d) When driving the driver must pay attention and make sure that visibility is good.
e) If the truck is transported in lifts he must enter them with the loading forks in front (first make sure the lift has a sufficient load)
f) It is absolutely forbidden to disconnect or dismount the safety devices. If the truck is used in areas with a high risk of fire or explosion, it must be approved for this kind
of use.
g) The loading capacity of the truck must in no case be exceeded.
The driver must ensure that the load is well placed on the forks and in perfect order; the load must not jut out more than 50mm from the end of the forks.
h) It is forbidden to tow the truck with electrical or mechanical means of traction; it may only be moved by hand.
i) It is forbidden to move the truck with the forks in their upper position. This is allowed only when manoeuvring to put down and pick up loads
l) Before beginning work the driver of the truck must check:
- the performance of the parking brake
- that the loading forks are in perfect order
- that the wheels and the rollers are not damaged
- that the battery is charged, well fixed and the elements perfectly dry and clean
- that all the safety devices are in working order
m) The truck must always be used or parked sheltered from rain and snow and in no case must it be used in very damp areas.
n) Temperature of use 0°C / +40°C
o) It is forbidden to transport foodstuffs in direct contact with the truck.
p) The machine does not need to be in a specially lighted area. However provide adequate lighting to comply with applicable working norms.
q) The driver must remove the mobile legs by paying attention not to overstep the end limit marked on the leg itself. (TX STRADDLE)
r) The driver must pay attention to place both mobile legs and forks conveniently equidistant from the truck centre; if not, stability may be compro-
mised. (TX STRADDLE)
The manufacturers shall not be held liable in case of faults or accidents due to negligence, incapacity, installation by unqualified technicians and improper
use of the truck.
Movement
Always move with the load in a low position and pull the truck with the steering bar to reach the work area. Steer the truck carefully as sudden movements can provoke
dangerous situations.
Stacking
1) Approach the shelving carefully with the load low.
2) Make sure that the legs of the truck are free to move under the pallet or in the shelving. The best way to do this is to put the side of the pallet to be lifted in a perfect
line with the top pallet in the shelving using it as reference. In this way loading and unloading will be easier.
3) BRAKE THE TRUCK and lift the load until it rises above the level of the shelf.
4) Release the brake, move slowly forwards and stop when the load is above the shelf; at this point lower the forks so as to free them from the pallet and not exert force
on the underlying shelf. Make sure that the load is safely positioned.
5) Move slowly backwards making sure the pallet remains firmly positioned.
6) Lower the forks to their position of movement. (fig 6/A - 6/B)
Unloading
1) With the forks lowered and perpendicular approach the shelving and enter under the bottom pallet
2) Return with the forks out of the pallet
3) Raise the forks to the required height and slowly move towards the pallet to be unloaded. At the same time make sure that the forks enter under the pallet easily and
that the load is safely positioned on the forks.
4) Raise the forks until the pallet is lifted from the level of the shelf
5) Move slowly backwards in the corridor
6) Lower the load slowly at the same time making sure that the forks do not touch obstacles while lowering
WARNING: Always check the weight of the load with the lifting capacity relative to the height indicated on the appropriate plate.
WARNING: When the load is lifted steering and braking manoeuvres must be carried out slowly and very carefully.
Lift locking device (28.1)
The lift truck is provided with an automatic device which stops the lifting if the batteries reach a discharge rate over 80%.
The intervention of this device is indicated by the signal lamp No. 1, which turns on when the device is active.
If this device intervenes, it is necessary to drive the truck to a battery charger and act as described in the section "battery
charging".
Controls (19.1)
1) RAISING LEVER 2) MASTER SWITCH 3) STEERING BAR 4) PARKING BRAKE
MAINTENANCE (20.1)
Maintenance must be carried out by specialised personnel. The truck must undergo a general check up at least once a year. After every maintenance operation the
performance of the truck and its safety devices must be checked. Inspect the truck periodically so as not to risk the machine stopping or danger for personnel! (see
maintenance table)
Note: To carry out maintenance operations safely the plug must be removed from the master switch.
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