Operation of Equipment - TM-10-3930-634-120015

TM 10-3930-634-12

Figure 2-2. Engine starting instructions.

2-4. Operation of Equipment

tremely rough terrain, the speed ranges for the

a. General. The rough terrain forklift truck is capa-

transmission are follows:

ble of operating over all types of terrain, sand, snow

1st gear - up to 4 mph.

and steep grades with equal facility. The transmis-

2nd gear - 3 through 7 mph.

sion's four speeds may he wed flexibly, depending on

3rd gear - 6 through 14 mph.

weight of load and terrain conditions. When the

4th gear - 12 mph. and over.

forklift is carrying a full load or travelling over ex-

b. Driving on Improved Surface. Refer to figure 2-3.

2-3