SkyTrak 6042 Operation Manual - Manual (Page 21)

Safety Practices
19 Model 6042 Origin 5/02
11. 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 considered 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.
12. 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 the
capacity is exceeded, forks may break. See “Fork Ratings” on page 83.
DO NOT downshift at a high ground speed. Sudden slowing can cause
the load to drop off the forks.
13. Ventilation
DO NOT operate this vehicle in an area with flammable dust or vapors
unless good ventilation has removed the hazard. Sparks from the
electrical system and the engine exhaust can cause an explosion.
Carbon monoxide fumes from the engine exhaust can cause suffocation
in an enclosed area. Good ventilation is very important when operating
this vehicle.