Crown Equipment 4000 Series - Manual (Page 14)

Be a Safe Driver
MAKE SURE YOU ARE READY TO DRIVE
• Do not use this truck unless you are trained
and certified.
• Be certain you understand how your truck works and
the hazards that go with it. Don't drive the truck if you
have any doubts.
• Know the capacity of your truck (Load Weight, Load
Center and Lift Height). Make certain you use the
correct units of measure.
• Some trucks are not allowed in areas where there are
fire hazards. Be certain your truck is the correct fire
safety type for the area.
• Make sure your hands and shoes are clean and dry,
and your clothing is proper for the job.
MAKE SURE YOUR TRUCK IS READY
• Inspect your truck before using it (see pages 23 and
24). If it's not working right, or something is broken,
report the problem to your supervisor. Don't use the
truck.
• Be sure that any equipment added to the truck (terminal,
fan, clipboard, etc.) is positioned so that it does not
block your vision or interfere with safe and efficient
operation of the truck.
• In an open area, test the brakes and plugging. Check
at a slow travel speed first, then a faster one. Know
the distance it takes to stop before you start work.
The most
important
component
is you.
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DRIVE CAUTIOUSLY, BE ALERT
• Fasten your seat belt and pull it snug.
• Never stick an arm or any part of your body outside
the operator area, no matter how slow the truck is
moving. A hand or foot caught between the truck and
a fixed object will be crushed or even cut off.
• Keep your hands on the controls and your feet by the
pedals.
• Travel in the direction that gives you the best view.
Look where you are going and slow down in congested
areas.
• Slow down for wet or slippery floors. Don't run over
things.
• Travel with the forks close to the floor and mast
tilted back. Place the load against the load backrest
(vertical face of the forks).
• Look where you are going before you change direction
of travel.
• See that you have room to drive and turn. Always
check for overhead objects.
• Slow down when making turns.
• Avoid sudden movement of controls. Learn to use
them smoothly at a moderate, even rate.
• Check clearances before raising or lowering the forks
or load.
• Be extra careful if you must use your truck in an area
where there is a risk of falling objects.
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