Crown Narrow-Aisle Reach Truck RD 5700

Test your truck in an uncongested area

Operate the truck slowly in both directions

Operate through the full speed range in both forward and reverse

Check braking distance in forward and reverse. Load size and floor conditions can affect these distances

Know the distance it takes to stop before you start working. If the braking distance is too long to stop safely, don't use the truck

If anything doesn't look, work or feel right, don't drive the truck. Report the problem to your supervisor

Upload the checklist forms from your Crown dealer (part no. OF-3772). Used properly, this checklist can alert service people to needed repairs

Harness, tether, snap hooks and mounting points are in good condition

Battery retainer and side cover are properly installed and adjusted

All wheels are in good condition

Both forks are secure and not bent, cracked or badly worn

Warning: Battery maintenance requires trained personnel with PPE!

Truck turned OFF and battery disconnected

Correct size and weight battery used

Roller stand used for battery installation or removal

Nothing metal touched the top of the cells

Approved spreader bar used for battery placement

Battery retainer replaced and retainers on both sides of the truck are in place

Battery retainers properly adjusted to prevent the battery from shifting