Operation
Working with the Machine
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Use of Machines on Gradients or Slopes
!MWARNING
Ensure that you have been trained and are familiar
with the use of machines on gradients, and
understand the adverse affects that gradients and site
conditions can have on stability. Never use the
machine on a gradient if you do not understand the
recommended practices for the use of machines in
such applications.
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There are a number of factors which can adversely affect
the stability of the machine and the safety of the machine
and operator when used on a gradient.
It is essential that a risk assessment of the work to be done
is completed and that the operator complies with any
safety precautions that the assessment identifies.
Driving Up and Down Gradients
To ensure maximum traction do the following when driving
on a gradient.
Drive an unladen machine forward down a gradient and in
reverse up a gradient.
Fig 57.
Drive a laden machine forward up a gradient and in
reverse down a gradient.
Fig 58.
Driving Across Gradients
Read and understand the instructions in this manual
before travelling across a gradient.
Maximum stability is achieved when the machine is
operated on firm level ground. Stability will be reduced
when the machine is operated on a cross gradient.
When travelling across a gradient, travel slowly at walking
pace.
Do not raise the carriage higher than necessary. This
would normally be that the lowest point of the load is not
more than 100-150mm (4-6in) above the ground, with a
load which is carried on top of the forks, as shown at A.
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Fig 59. ( T 74). Some loads may be carried suspended
below the forks, as shown at B. In this case, assess the
risk involved before raising the carriage sufficiently to
achieve ground clearance.
Remember, be careful, be safe. Your life, or the lives of
others could be in danger if you take unnecessary risks.
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