FLEXIHIRE Telehandler Electric Forklift Instructions

Safe Operating Procedure
Telehandler

PPE Required

General Safety Instructions

• Complete pre-start checklist
• Read Manufacturers Operation Manual (www.flexihire.com.au)
• Report any faults or damage to Flexihire 1300FLEXIHIRE
• Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery
• Do not operate equipment near pedestrians or people
• Do not operate without the appropriate PPE as detailed
• Do not operate equipment under the influence of drugs or alcohol

General Engine Safety

• Refuelling – Do not smoke, or introduce an ignition source, always turn engine off and allow engine to cool first, relieve fuel pressure by loosening the cap slowly, wipe clean any fuel spills prior to re-start, If fuel spills on clothes change clothes, and ensure cap is replaced & store fuel vessel away from the work area
• Do not breathe fuel vapor & replace the cap securely after fuelling
• Do not operate the engine without adequate ventilation
• Beware of hot surfaces on the engine & other parts

Risk Assessment

• Assess the immediate work area for any hazards
• Control or eliminate all the risks associated with the hazards
• Hazards to check for that may require risk control-
• Overhead power lines
• Digging
• Confined space
• Traffic & moving machinery
• Stored energy – air, hydraulic, electricity, pressure
• Working at height
• Falling objects
• High Voltage
• Any stored energy

Operating Safety Instructions

Systems alarms may be equipped which indicate imminent hazards which should not be ignored – see operation manual. Always stop when an alarm or warning present| If the machine tips – do not jump, brace yourself, stay in the cab, keep your seatbelt fastened, hold on and lean away from point of contact
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Do not operate Telehandler unless you are competent to operate| Ensure adequate clearance for the full swing of the machine
Do not exceed the lift capacity of the machine – understand lift charts| Ensure all mirrors are in place prior to operation
Ensure ground conditions will support the machine and load| Sound horn before moving and when turning
Do not drive with boom raised| Always check clearances before driving under objects
When driving in high-speed use only the front wheel steer| Never suspend loads from forks
Do not raise boom unless the machine is on level ground 0 degrees (left to right)| Never carry persons on forks
Do not level machine with a raised load above 1.2m| Do not drill, grind or burn holes in forks
Carry loads low as possible and tether to stop swaying loads| Forks must be centered and as far apart as possible
Slings and lifting devices are to be in the current test and appropriately sized for the load. Include sling weight in load weight| If using a certified personnel work platform, study the capacity charts and never drive a cab when lifting personnel
Start, stop, turn and travel slowly to avoid swinging load| Always park on flat level ground and engage park brake
Beware of wind and work to the conditions| Driving on slopes

Unloaded machine – rear of the machine is the heavy end and drive with forks pointed downhill

Loaded machine – The front of the machine is the heavy end and drives with the forks pointed uphill

When driving downhill use low gear, and low speed, and do not engage in inching or neutral

Avoid excessively steep slopes and never drive across them Avoid turning on steep slopes

Do not attempt to use a machine frame leveling system to compensate for a swinging load
Maintain proper tire pressure – refer to manufacturer specifications
Always wear a seat belt
Keep all parts of the body within the frame at all times
Avoid turning the engine off or applying the park brake when moving as the machine could stop abruptly causing the load to shift or fall
Bring the machine to a stop before shifting the controls
Do not carry persons on the machine| Do not service, attempt to repair, or modify the machine unless competent and without the engine off and parked with keys removed
Report any damage to the cabin (ROPS) structure and cease use
When attaching jibs or hooks for lifting a full Load Management System is required and the operator must carry a CN Licence| Flexihire Manitou 1030S & JLG 3509 do not have Full Load Management Systems and must not have jibs or hooks attached
Never operate machine near overhead power lines| Never operate or start the machine from outside the cab or seat as you could move the controls the wrong way and cause serious injury. Also never operate the machine with another person helping as they can be crushed
Never open the radiator cap when the engine is running or hot|

FMS10-5.1.3.9.9.1Telehandler
Version #: FLX 3.1
Issue: October 2021
Review: October 2026

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