SkyTrak 6036 Operation Manual - Manual (Page 16)

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7. Slopes
DO NOT park the vehicle on an incline and leave it
unattended.
• Driving across a slope is dangerous, as
unexpected changes in the slope can cause
tipover. Ascend or descend slopes slowly and
with caution.
• Ascend or descend slopes with the heavy end of
the vehicle pointing up the slope.
NOTE: The rear of the vehicle is normally consid-
ered the heavy end unless the carriage is fully
loaded. In this case the front of the vehicle is now
the heavy end.
• Unloaded vehicles should be operated on all
slopes with the carriage pointing down the slope.
• On all slopes, the load must be tilted back and
raised only as far as necessary to clear the
ground.
• When operating on a downhill slope, reduce travel
speed and downshift to a low gear to permit
compression braking by the engine and aid the
application of the service brakes.
8. Falling Load Hazard
DO NOT exceed the total rated load capacity of the
specific type fork being used. Each fork is stamped
with a maximum load capacity. If capacity is
exceeded, forks may break. See "Fork Ratings"
later in this manual.
DO NOT downshift at a high ground speed. You
may drop the load off of the forks due to a sudden
slowing.
9. Visual Obstruction
Dust, smoke, fog, etc. can decrease vision and
cause an accident. Always stop or slow the vehicle
until the obstruction clears and the work area is
visible again.
10. Ventilation
Sparks from the electrical system and engine
exhaust can cause an explosion. DO NOT operate
this vehicle in an area with flammable dust or
vapors, unless good ventilation has removed the
hazard.
Carbon monoxide fumes from the engine exhaust
can also cause suffocation in an enclosed area.
Good ventilation is very important when operating
this vehicle.