Crown pw3000 Operator Manual
PW
3000
S E R I E S
Operator Manual
This operator manual
has information for all
mode l s of se r ies PW
3000 plus some options
and accessories. Some
of the illustrations and
inf orm a tio n m ay not
app ly to your tru ck.
New Bremen, Ohio 45869 USA © 1996 PF12445-WEB Rev. 6/06 Printed in U.S.A.
The most
important
component
is you.
PW 3000
S E R I E S
WARNING
You Must be Trained
IT'S THE LAW, YOU MUST BE TRAINED AND CERTIFIED
Federal law states that only properly trained operators are
permitted to operate a powered industrial truck and that
STOP
your employer must train you and certify that you are
qualified to operate this powered industrial truck.
(OSHA §1910.178, Rev. 1999)
It’s the law, you must be trained and certified to
operate this truck. (OSHA § 1910.178, Rev. 1999)
You or others around you can be seriously injured or even killed
if you don't use this truck correctly.
Read and obey all warnings and instructions in this Manual* and
on the truck.
A dockboard can move or drop while you are on it. Or you could
drive off a dock. Falls from docks or dockboards can cause serious
injury or even death. Make sure you are safe.
Inspect your truck before starting work, make sure it is in good
working order.
* Additional copies of this Operator Manual and all Truck Labels can be obtained
from Crown Equipment Corporation, New Bremen, Ohio 45869 U.S.A.
Do not operate this truck in your work place until you
have been trained and certified by your employer.
You could be killed or seriously injured if you are not
adequately trained for lift truck operation!
1 Warning
All rig hts reser ved under Interna tional
and Pan American copyright conventions
Copyright 1996 Crown Equipment Corp.
You Must be Trained 2
Protect Yourself
Recommended
Walking Path
Know the Hazards
LOOK WHERE YOU'RE GOING
Always be alert to the area around you and watch where
you are driving. Be careful that you don't get pinned or
crushed between the truck and a fixed object such as a
wall or post.
USE YOUR TRUCK CAREFULLY
• Watch your hands and your feet. A foot or hand caught
between the truck and a fixed object will be crushed or
even cut off.
• Keep to the side of the truck while traveling power unit
first. Make certain the truck won't hit the back of your
leg or foot. Don't let the truck run over your foot.
• If traveling forks first, keep both hands on the control
handle and be careful when changing direction of travel.
Keep your feet clear of the truck.
• Keep your truck under control at all times. Operate at
a speed that allows you to stop safely. Be even more
careful on slippery or uneven surfaces. Do not run
over objects on the floor.
Know the Hazards
WARNING
Stay clear of all
moving parts.
Moving parts can
cut or crush hands,
feet, arms or legs.
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AVOID FALLS
Falls are very serious accidents, you can be crushed or
even killed. The best way to prevent injury is to know
where you are at all times and follow the rules of safe
truck operation.
• Be extremely careful when working around docks,
dockboards and trailers.
• Stay away from the edge of docks and ramps.
• Make sure dockboards are secure.
• Check that trailer wheels are chocked.
USE YOUR TRUCK SAFELY
• Keep your hands and feet away from all moving parts
such as forks or wheels.
• Never ride on the truck or allow anyone else to ride on
the truck. There is no safe place to sit or stand.
• Before you leave your truck:
• Lower the forks to the floor.
• Shut the truck off with the key or disconnect the battery.
3 Protect Yourself
• Perform all truck movements smoothly and at a speed
that will give you time to react in an emergency.
Protect Yourself 4
Know the Hazards
Traveling
17 Traveling
Traveling 18
What's in it for You?
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
The better you understand your truck and how to use it,
the better and safer operator you can be. Here are some
guides to using this manual.
QUICK LOCATORS
In addition to the "Contents" page you
can use page headings to find topics.
Some pages also have a picture of the
truck in the corner showing features or
functions covered on that page.
"KNOW THE HAZARDS"
Watch for and read these special blocks.
You will find information about
possible safety hazards and how to
avoid them.
HOW-TO-DRAWINGS
On many pages you will find pictures
as well as text to help you understand
how to use your truck safely and
productively.
What's in it for You? 6
ath of
ruck
Your Walkie Pallet Truck
WALKIE PALLET TRUCKS
Your walkie pallet truck is designed to move
loads over short distances and operate in areas
with limited space.
YOUR PALLET TRUCK IS NOT AN AUTOMOBILE
With a load it may weigh more than
3 automobiles.
• You don't steer the same.
• You don't brake the same.
• You don't accelerate the same.
HOW TO OPERATE YOUR TRUCK
Forks First
When traveling forks first use both hands to
operate the control handle.
BUILT TO STANDARDS
This truck was designed and built
to current industry and government
standards and guidelines. For more
information see the following:
• American National Standards
Institute (ASME) B56.1
• Occupational Safety and
Health Act (OSHA) §1910.178
Rev. 1999
• Underwriters Laboratory
(UL) 583
• National Fire Prevention
Association (NFPA) 505
Hand on
the control
PPath of
TTruck
Recommended
Walking Area
7 Your Walkie Pallet Truck
Watch your feet if you change direction of travel.
Power Unit First
When traveling power unit first stay to one side
of the truck and slightly ahead of the power unit.
Use the hand closest to the truck to operate the
control handle.
Watch your feet.
Stay out of the path of the truck.
Walk to the side
Feet clear of the truck
Your Walkie Pallet Truck 8
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