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johnr j:

The neutral position and the parking brake are used only during the major lifting/lowering stages and not during the minor lifting/lowering rack positioning/extracting stages.

The goal is to ensure the forklift remain free from movement (accidental or intentional) during major changes in load elevations. It limits additional dynamic forces being imposed that could affect forklift stability.
  • Posted 9 Jan 2012 09:17
  • Modified 9 Jan 2012 09:38 by poster
  • By joseph_h
  • joined 19 Mar'06 - 253 messages
  • Michigan, United States

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