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FOREWORD
As a lift truck operator, you are
responsible for a machine that is use-
ful, powerful, and can be hazardous if
not operated as described. Your
Blue Giant truck may weigh more than
some cars, depending on the
model. Observing and practicing
the safety warnings in this manual
cannot be overemphasized. Just
knowing the warnings, however, is
no substitute for common sense.
Using your common sense will, in
almost all cases, prevent accidents.
Think of the truck as your own. In
this way you will learn its
capabilities and limitations.
This manual is intended to remain
with the truck at all times as a handy
reference guide to operation. Detailed
maintenance procedures are found in
the parts and service manual for the
specific truck model, and are to be
performed only by a qualified techni-
cian. For further information on
obtaining a complete parts and ser-
vice manual, see page 21 of this man-
ual.
The operator who knows his truck will
learn to spot problems as they
develop. This is accomplished by per-
forming the Daily Checks and report-
ing any problems to the designated
authority.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY SYMBOLS ..............................................................................................2
GENERAL DESCRIPTION ....................................................................................2
NAME PLATE AND WARNING DECAL................................................................2
LOAD CAPACITY ..................................................................................................4
BEFORE OPERATION ..........................................................................................5
Optional Features....................................................................................8
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS .......................................................................7
Optional Features....................................................................................8
OPERATION ..........................................................................................................9
Forward and Reverse Travel and Speed Control..................................9
Steering ....................................................................................................9
Stopping.................................................................................................10
Parking ...................................................................................................10
Battery Charging ...................................................................................11
Load Handling .......................................................................................11
Moving a Disabled Truck ......................................................................11
NOTICE - OBTAINING A PARTS AND SERVICE MANUAL ..............................21