CHAPTER 2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - TM-10-3930-242-120017

TM 10-3930-242-12

CHAPTER

OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

Section I. OPERATING PROCEDURES

WARNING

section gives instructions on starting, stopping,

Operation of this equipment presents a

operating, and coordinating the basic motions to

perform the specific tasks for which the forklift is

noise hazard to personnel in the area. The

designed. Since nearly every job presents a different

noise level exceeds the allowable limits

for unprotected personnel. Wear ear

problem, the operator may have to vary given

procedures to fit the individual job.

muffs or ear plus.

c. The outside steering radius of the forklift truck

2-1. General

is 32 feet in CRAMP steering mode and 43 feet in

a. The instructions in this section are for the

the TWO WHEEL steering mode. If steering dif-

ficulty is experienced in the CRAMP or CRAB

information and guidance, of personnel responsible

for the operation of the rough terrain forklift truck.

modes of steering, it may be best to continue

WARNING

operation in the TWO WHEEL steering mode.

When climbing into the driver's seat, be

2-2. Controls and Instrument.

careful not bump head on roll over

The controls and instruments and their normal

protective structure (ROPS).

readings are illustrated in figure 2-1.

b. The operator must know how to perform every

operation of which the forklift truck is capable. This

2-1