Terex Genie GTH-1056 Operator's Manual

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Fourth Edition • Fourth Printing Operator's ManualWork Area SafetyPart No. 214834 GTH-1056 11Work Area SafetyOverturning HazardsUsing the load chart, confirmthat the load is within the ratedcapacity of the machine. Do notexceed the rated load.The load center of the fork (if equipped) must beequal to or less than the load center indicated onthe load chart.All loads shown on the load chart are based on themachine being on firm ground, the frame beinglevel, the forks being positioned evenly on thecarriage, the load being centered on the forks, thetires being properly sized and properly inflated,and the telehandler being in good operatingcondition.Do not raise the load unless the ground cansupport all forces imposed by the machine.Do not lower a load without retracting the boomfirst.Do not operate the machine if the load chart ismissing.Do not exceed the rated capacity for eachconfiguration.Do not use the swing carriage with 60-inch or72-inch forks. Only use the swing carriage with48-inch forks.Do not raise the boom unlessthe machine is level. Themachine level indicator shouldbe at zero degrees.Do not level the machine using the frame swaycontrol unless the boom angle indicator is at zerodegrees or less.Do not use the sway control toposition an elevated load.Do not raise a load and then drive to position it.When driving, keep the boomat or below horizontal and keepthe load close to the ground.Operate the machine at speeds that will keep theload under control. Start and stop movementssmoothly.Do not raise a load unless theload is properly positioned orsecured on the forks orapproved attachment.