Traveling & Plugging 24; Know the Hazards; EMERGENCY DISCONNECT- Page 25

Traveling & Plugging   24

Know the Hazards

EMERGENCY DISCONNECT

The Emergency Disconnect cuts power to all truck 

functions, including steering. The parking brake will  

be applied.
See page 21 for correct use of emergency disconnect.

PLUGGING VS. BRAKING

Of the two, the foot brake is designed to stop the 

truck in the shortest distance. Use the foot brake in an 

emergency, on ramps or in busy areas.

Plugging works only when you have the brake pedal all 

the way down. When you take your foot off the brake 

pedal you will not be able to plug.

SLOW DOWN FOR SPILLS OR WET FLOORS

Powder or liquid spills can cause slippery floors.   

Slow down or you could lose control of steering  

and braking. Be careful and allow for a longer  

stopping distance.
Don't run over objects on the floor.

LOOK WHERE YOU'RE GOING

Travel in the direction where you have the best visibility.

HORN

Use the horn button to sound the horn. Use it to warn

pedestrians and other drivers.
Use your horn when you come to an intersection or a

crosswalk.