How To Use A Pallet Jack Video. When a load must be positioned by pulling it, reduce the chance of injury by keeping both hands on the jack handle, keeping your back straight and applying even constant pressure to the load. 2) use the controller on the pallet jack's handle to lower the forks to the floor.
The worker slides the forks underneath the pallet before lifting, then pumps the handle to raise the forks and pallets off the ground. It’s an economical and versatile unit, designed to move stacks of materials from one place to another safely and without injury or product damage. Push pallet jack forks into the pallet openings.
2) use the controller on the pallet jack's handle to lower the forks to the floor.
Pump pallet jack handle down to lift load. Once you take the handle out, you will notice the chain with nuts on the bottom of it. Pump the pallet jack’s handle, much like you would a jack for your car when changing out a flat tire, until the pallet is completely off the ground. Pallet jacks have many names you may hear around a warehouse too like a pallet truck, jigger or pump truck.