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b. Move tilt control lever forward to aline forks

d. Refer to paragraph 2-7 and move truck away

horizontally with stack or ground.

from load and return for further loading operations or

c. Refer to figure 2-6 and lower load into desired

parking place. Parking brake is set when weight is

position.

removed from operator's seat.

Section II. OPERATION UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS

b. Electrical System.

2-10. General

(1) Check specific gravity of battery more

Although the truck is designed primarily for warehouse

often.

operations, the truck could be operated under unusual

(2) Do not add water to the battery unless

conditions as described in the following paragraphs.

the truck is going to be operated immediately or charging

When operating under these conditions, extra care must

is to be performed.

be provided to maintain the truck in good operating

(3) Keep battery charged as much as

condition. To operate under these conditions certain

possible to insure proper operation and prevent freezing

additional services must be performed and certain

at low temperatures.

regular maintenance procedures may be required more

2-13. Operation in Sandy or Dusty Areas

often.

a. Remove all sand from axles, wheels, steering

2-11. Operation in Extreme Heat

spindles and brake assemblies periodically. Check all

a. Check battery electrolyte level more often.

parts often to prevent undue wear caused by sand.

Maintain level 5/8-inch above the plates.

b. Protect lift and tilt mechanism from entrance of

b. Check specific gravity of battery more often.

sand. Cover exposed parts of lift, side shift and tilt

c. Clean battery cables frequently.

cylinder rods, lift chains and reservoir during sand

d. If thermal relays cut out electric motors due to

storms.

overheating, allow truck to cool. Relays will automatically

reset and allow operation to resume.

2-14. Operation in Damp Tropical Areas

a. Check all paint for chipping and scratching.

2-12. Operation in Extreme Cold

Corrosive action from dampness will take place almost

a. Protection. The truck should be stored in a

immediately if bare metal is exposed.

heated building or shelter if possible. If a shelter is not

b. Touch up all spots where paint is chipped or

available, park the truck with the front end facing into the

scratched.

wind and cover with a tarpaulin. Fasten tarpaulin

securely to prevent it from blowing away.

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