Safe Operation

12-06-2008

New Model Lifting, tilting and shifting (automotic transmission models) are not possible when the seat is empty

SAFE OPERATION
All 'N' Series forklifts are fitted with a seat switch which detects when the operator is not seated on the machine. When the seat is empty the transmission is automatically neutralised and all hydraulic functions are locked. This prevents the machine being left in gear, and also protects people from being injured due to accidental hydraulic operation.

MAST INTERLOCK INDICATOR
The mast interlock indicator lights up when the seat is empty to indicate that the mast cannot be activated.

NEUTRAL INDICATOR
For automatic transmission models, the neutral indicator lights up if the shift lever is set to neutral when the operator is seated. If the seat is empty, the neutral indicator blinks to warn that the forward/reverse function is locked. For manual transmission models, the neutral indicator lights up when the shift lever is set to neutral regardless if there is an operator on the seat.

LIFT LOCK SYSTEM
Caterpillar Lift Trucks' new Lift Lock System prevents the mast from lowering when the lift lever is operated and the engine is off. This prevents potentially dangerous situations.