8-18 Lift Truck Maintenance
Steering System
The steering system, steer axle, and steering linkage on
your truck should be inspected periodically for abnormal
looseness and damage, leaking seals, etc. Also, be alert
for any changes in steering action. Hard steering, exces-
sive free play (looseness), or unusual sound when turning
or maneuvering indicates a need for inspection or servic-
ing.
Check the steering system by
moving the steering handwheel in a
full right turn and then in a full left
turn. Return the handwheel (steer
wheels) to the straight ahead
position. The steering system
components should operate
smoothly when the steering wheel is
turned.
Never operate a truck with a malfunctioning steering sys-
tem.
Fasten your seat belt before driving the truck.
Direction Control and Brakes
Check and make sure that the travel area is clear in front of the truck.
Push firmly on the brake pedal. Release the parking brake. Move the
direction control lever from NEUTRAL to FORWARD travel position.
Remove your right foot from the brake pedal and put it on the
accelerator pedal. Push down until the truck moves slowly forward.
Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal and push down on the
brake pedal to stop the truck. The brakes should apply smoothly and
equally. Be sure the travel area is clear behind the truck.
Put the directional control lever in the REVERSE travel position.
Push down on the accelerator pedal until the truck moves slowly in
the reverse direction. Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal
and push down on the brake pedal to stop the truck. The brakes
should apply smoothly and equally.
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