Crown Equipment 4500 Series - Manual (Page 5)

Your Sit-Down Rider
SIT-DOWN RIDERS
Your sit-down rider truck lifts and stacks loads. It is also
designed to move loads over long distances.
YOUR RIDER TRUCK IS NOT AN AUTOMOBILE
With a load it may weigh more than 3 automobiles, and
the steer wheels are in the rear instead of the front.
FORK FUNCTIONS, STANDARD AND OPTIONAL
Standard fork or hydraulic functions are: Raising and
Lowering the forks plus Tilting the mast. Accessories
such as Sideshift or Carton Clamp may also be included.
Your company has decided which features are needed
in your work area and should train you how to use them.
HOW TO DRIVE YOUR TRUCK
Sit down, fasten your seat belt and pull it snug. Adjust
the seat and steering wheel to their most comfortable
positions. Keep your hands on the controls and your
entire body inside the operator area. Look in the direction
you are going.
GIVE YOUR BODY A BREAK
Take advantage of stop time. Flex your arms and legs.
Staying alert will help you be a better and safer driver.
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 (ANSI / ITSDF) B56.1
• Occupational Safety and
Health Act (OSHA) §1910.178,
Rev. 1999
• Underwriters Laboratory (UL)
583
• National Fire Prevention
Association (NFPA) 505
Seat Belt Fastened
Seated
Hands-on controls
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