• Conduct a pre-operational check before starting the engine, which may include a checklist. At a minimum, perform a circle check and inspect fuel and oil levels, and hydraulic fluid level.
• Ensure the attachment locking devices are in place, even when switching attachments for short periods, to prevent attachments from breaking free.
• Keep other people away from the work area.
• Drive with caution and check behind you before backing up.
• Travel with the bucket or attachments as close to the ground as possible to maintain equipment stability and give the operator an unobstructed view.
• Load the bucket evenly and do not load beyond the limits or rated capacity of the equipment to avoid losing stability and steering control.
• Load, unload, and turn on level ground.
• Lower the bucket when not using the loader.
• Go straight up and down slopes, keeping the heavy end of the loader pointing uphill and back down slopes slowly, avoiding driving forward when going downhill with a loaded bucket.
• Understand the limits of the equipment, as loads and attachments may impact its capabilities.
• Look out for holes, rocks, or obstructions that may cause a roll-over or loss of control.
• If confused about the operation of controls, remove hands and feet from the controls to stop all machine functions.
• Turn off the engine before attempting any repairs or adjustments.
• Lower the bucket and set the parking brake before getting off the seat, and apply wheel chocks if applicable.
• Remove the ignition key and turn off the master switch, if available, when leaving the equipment unattended.

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• Keep others away at all times during operation.
• Check lights for proper function before operating.
• Ensure all tires are in good condition and lug nuts are properly tightened.
• Always look in the direction of travel. Reduce speed and be especially careful when traveling in reverse and/or turning. Bring the telehandler to a complete stop before changing the direction of travel.
• Stay clear of pinch points and rotating parts on the material handler. Getting caught in a pinch point or a moving part can cause serious injury or death.
• Position the telehandler in a safe location to shut down. Lower boom to ground, apply the park brake, move all controls to neutral and allow engine to idle for 3 to 5 minutes. Stop engine and remove ignition key to prevent unauthorized use.

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• Walk around the telehandler before operation and check for any visible signs of damage or malfunction.
• Know the weight of the load you are transporting. Never lift more than the lifting capacity at any given extension or elevation of the boom as listed on the capacity charts.
• Check for cracks and signs of stress.
• Be aware of the telehandler's travel envelope, especially when turning. Keep sufficient clearance at all times between the telehandler and any obstacles or people.
• Check for clearance before traveling between obstacles.
• Always maintain three points of contact when entering vehicle. Use provided hand-holds and steps only.
• Always wear your seat belt when operating this vehicle.
• Drive uphill loaded. When holding a load, driving uphill decreases potential for load to slip out.
• Drive downhill unloaded. Without a load, the back end is the heaviest part of the telehandler. Driving downhill decreases potential for tip-over.
• Level frame on slopes before elevating the boom.
• When transporting loads fully retract the boom, keep the load low to the ground and forks tilted back slightly. This is the most stable position possible for the vehicle.
• Keep forks close to the ground when in motion to increase telehandler stability and decrease potential for injury to others. When fully stopped, lower forks completely to the ground.
• Tilt forks backward slightly when traveling to decrease potential of load slipping off.
• Secure loose loads with chains or straps to decrease potential of spills or injury to others.

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• Do not alter or disable safety devices.
• The operator's cab provides a falling object protection structure (FOPS) and a rollover protection structure (ROPS). Do not make any modification to this structure. If damaged, the cab cannot be repaired. It must be replaced.
• Always use front steering when traveling at high speeds; i.e., on highways or public roads.
• Do not change steering mode while the telehandler is traveling. Change the steering mode only when telehandler is stopped.
• Stay clear of pinch points and rotating parts on the material handler. Getting caught in a pinch point or a moving part can cause serious injury or death.

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• Entering and exiting the telehandler should only be done using the three points of contact.
• Perform a thorough jobsite inspection prior to operating the telehandler to identify potential hazards in your work area.
• Holes or drop-offs, ditches or soft fills, floor obstructions, bumps or debris, overhead obstructions, electrical cords, hoses and high voltage conductors, hazardous locations, inadequate surface support to withstand all load forces imposed by the telehandler, wind and weather conditions, the presence of unauthorized personnel, and other possible unsafe conditions are potential hazards.
• Operator should not use any telehandler that does not appear to be working properly, has been damaged or appears to have worn or missing parts, has alterations or modifications not approved by the manufacturer, has safety devices which have been altered or disabled, has been tagged or locked out for non-use or repair, or bears an unapproved attachment.

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• Do not lower the boom unless the area below is clear of personnel and obstruction.
• Ensure that there are no personnel or obstructions in the path of travel, including blind spots.
• Always keep head, arms, hands, legs and all other body parts inside the operator's cab.
• Avoid jerks and sudden stops.
• Avoid entanglement with ropes, cords or hoses.
• Be aware of all obstructions while traveling.
• Use caution when boom is fully extended. The further out the boom is extended, the less load telehandler can support.
• Use caution when placing loads at high elevations and on downhill slopes.
• If operation in areas with holes or drop-offs is absolutely necessary, ensure that all four wheels or outriggers have contact with firm surface. Then level the frame. Once frame is level the boom can be elevated. After elevation, the drive function must not be activated.
• Travel slowly over rough terrain.

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