XR1045 Operation Manual - Xtreme Manufacturing

XR1045SafetyLoad SafetyAttachments WarningFailure to follow proper safety procedureswhen lifting, lowering, and traveling witha load could result in death, serious injury,or property damage.DO NOT exceed forklift capacity of 10,000 pounds(4,536 kilograms). The total rated capacity of the forksbeing used must equal or exceed forklift capacity.Forks can break causing loss of load and possibledeath or serious injury.DO NOT exceed the manufacturer’s ratedload for any auxiliary attachment. Anyattempt to lift or carry loads in excess ofthe manufacturer’s rated load may causeforklift tip over, loss of load, or structural damagewhich could result in death or serious injury.Failure to keep personnel clear of theload area while the load is being raised orlowered could result in death or seriousinjury. DO NOT lift, swing, or move a loadover anyone or over a forklift cab.• Review the rated load capacity of each auxiliaryattachment before performing any operation.• Use the correct load chart and NEVER exceedspecified weights and load centers.• DO NOT exceed the manufacturer’s recommendedload capacity.• DO NOT operate the forklift with an unsafe loaddistribution.• Adjust the load as necessary, especially fornonstandard loads.• Use caution when handling loose material that canfall into the cab.• Remove overhanging load materials, when possible,and watch for sliding material.• DO NOT reach a load over posts or other objects thatcan enter the cab, if tipped.• Avoid sudden stops, starts, or turns.• Avoid carrying a swinging load. If necessary, securethe load by attaching it to the forklift tie-downs and/or have another person assist with safely steadyingthe load. WarningImproper connection of an auxiliary attachment couldresult in death or serious injury. Attachments notlocked into place can become unstable and fall on theoperator or other personnel near the forklift.• Make sure attachment locking devices are alwaysin place.• DO NOT operate the forklift until you have positiveindication that the coupler pin and lever are fullyengaged.• Hydraulic attachments have a maximum hydraulicpressure rating. Failure to make sure the attachmentis equipped with a pressure reducing valve, or israted to be equal or greater than 3,500 psi (241bar), which is the maximum pressure of the forkliftauxiliary hydraulic system at the quick-disconnectcouplers, could result in death or serious injury.• Make sure all hydraulic connections are tight(if equipped).Shut Down Procedure WarningTo prevent death or serious injury, follow theseprocedures before leaving the forklift cab:• Park forklift on a firm, level surface.• Move travel select lever to NEUTRAL (N).• Set parking brake to ON (engaged).• Lower forks and attachments to the ground.Always engage the parkingbrake before leaving theforklift. The forklift can roll ifthe parking brake is not ON (engaged), which couldresult in death, serious injury, or property damage.• Turn Ignition switch to the OFF position.• Remove the key.• Unbuckle the seat belt.• Place “Do Not Operate” tags on the Starterswitch and steering wheel when maintenanceor service is required.• Block wheels when maintenance is required.For information call (800) 497-1704 Page 13