Cause of forklift longitudinal instability summary
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Forklift trucks can be caused to turn over in a forward direction by any or all of the following:
- Overloading the machine
- Increasing the load centre
- Carrying a load that is too long
- Using forward tilt at height when laden
- Incorrect use of the truck on slopes
- Harsh braking
- Traveling with the mast extended on a reach truck
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