User Manual Prins Tiger General Safety Regulations
Prins Maasdijk, October-2013
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Accidents can occur if the safety regulations are disregarded, insufficient care is taken during
maintenance or when operating the machine. You must be aware of the risks entailed in certain
actions. This manual describes potentially hazardous situations and the measures to be taken during
operation and maintenance.
It is impossible for the manufacturer to foresee every potentially hazardous situation, which may lead
to injuries or damage. The user must ensure the safety of all actions, procedures or the use of any
tools that are not recommended by the manufacturer. Always use original spare parts.
For your and other people’s safety:
Never load the forklift truck above the maximum stipulated weight.
Always check the loading diagram on the bonnet.
The lifting capacity is halved when the load rests on only one fork. Avoid this as much as possible.
Keep the load as close to the ground as possible when driving with a loaded machine. Never drive
at top speed in this situation.
Keep the speed as low as possible when driving with an ele vat ed loa d and keep t rac k of the
maximum clearance height.
ALWAYS carry out the necessary preventive inspections and regular maintenance. Never start
working with the machine unless it has been thoroughly checked. Pay particular attention to the
tires, battery, brakes, steering gear, fuel system, and electrical components.
Do not refuel while the engine is running. No smoking is allowed during refueling or changing /
adding oil and fire and sparks must be prevented. Explosive gases are released during refueling.
Carefully remove any spilt liquids after refueling or changing / adding oil.
Before changing or adding oil, the machine must be checked for oil stains. Try to find out where
they come from. If they are caused by a technical failure, first repair the failure before continuing
working with the truck.
When leaving the machine, ensure that the handbrake is engaged and that the gears are in
neutral.
A wrong sitting position can cause accidents. Always adjust the chair so that you can properly
operate the levers and have a good sight.
Never work with a truck without a safety guard or safety bracket (which are standard supply).
Always wear you seat belts when operating the forklift truck.
Operate at a speed that gives you positive control of the truck. High speeds can be very
dangerous. Also sudden brakes, accelerations, or turns can cause dangerous situations.
If you have to drive at locations with little clearance height, take the following things into account:
o Always check if there is enough clearance above and beside the truck.
o Keep all parts of the body inside the safety guard, keep your hands on the steering wheel and
keep your feet on the pedals.
o Pay attention to where you drive
Gently operate the levers. This increases the life span of the truck and is much safer.