TM 5-3805-291-10
OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS - CONTINUED
0005 00
OPERATING WORK TOOLS - CONTINUED
7.
Operating Forklift Pallet Forks.
a.
Move slowly into position, with forks fully lowered and centered square with pallet.
b.
Move forks as far apart as possible to provide improved load support. Space forks evenly between pallet stringers.
c.
Drive forward slowly to fully engage forks into pallet.
d.
Raise and tilt backward as needed to secure load.
e.
Travel to unload area with load at carry weight.
f.
If hauling a bulky load that impairs visibility, travel in reverse. Use a ground guide.
g.
At unload area, lower forks slowly and tilt forward, until pallet is resting on the ground.
h.
Back carefully away from pallet. Be alert for personnel or obstructions in the area.
0005 00
PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHER OPERATION
WARN I N G
Discharging large quantities of dry chemical fire extinguisher inside an enclosed cab may result in
temporary breathing difficulty during and immediately after the discharge event. Discharge fire
extinguisher from outside the cab. Ventilate cab thoroughly prior to reentry. Failure to follow this warning
may cause injury to personnel.
1.
Remove fire extinguisher from mounting bracket inside cab.
2.
Hold fire extinguisher upright. Stand back 8 ft (2.4 m) from fire, point nozzle toward base of fire, break seal, and pull
safety pin.
3.
Squeeze lever, discharging chemical at base of fire. Use a side-to-side motion to spread chemical.
4.
After using fire extinguisher, notify Unit Maintenance to have fire extinguisher recharged.
END OF WORK PACKAGE
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