CombiLift C3000 - Page 59

Operation
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Caution
Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury.
Avoid hazards by relieving pressure before disconnecting hydraulic or other
lines. Tighten all connections before applying pressure. Search for leaks
with a piece of cardboard. Protect hands and body from high pressure
fluids. In the event of oil penetrating the skin, seek medical attention
immediately.
 Employers must ensure that the Pre-Use checks are performed and that records
are kept.
 Operators must perform the checks and report any defects to the relevant
supervisor.
 Never operate a truck that has not been checked or that has failed on any of the
checks.
 If a truck becomes unsafe during a shift, stop operating the truck and report the
problem immediately.
 If a truck has failed on any of the checks place an ‘out of order’ notice on the
steering wheel until the problem has been resolved.
The pre-use checks must be carried out at the start of the working day before the
machine commences operation. Alternatively if a multi shift system is being operated
the checks should be carried out at the beginning of each shift.
The following checks must be performed prior to using the truck:
 Overall Condition – Look for scrapes, dents, and other signs of damage. Watch
for missing or loose nuts and bolts. Check underneath the machine for signs of
leaking fuel, engine coolant, engine oil, hydraulic oil and battery electrolyte.
 Mast
 Check for twisting and distortion in the channels.
 Look for signs of cracking and check that there are no missing or loose bolts.
 Check the mast chains for wear and missing links and pins.
 Make sure that the chains are of equal tension and are adequately lubricated.
DO NOT place your hands inside the mast at any stage to check the chains
tension. Press on the chains with a long stick or screwdriver.
 Check around the lift and tilt cylinders for signs of leaking oil.
 Check all bearings for damage, deformation and cracks.
 Check all hoses on the mast for signs of leaking oil.
 Mast Reach Carriage – Check for excessive wear, damage, deformation and
cracks in the welded assembly and the bearings.
 Fork Carriage – Check for excessive wear, damage, deformation and cracks.
 Forks – Check the forks for excessive wear, cracks, fractures and deformation.
Check that both locating pins are in place and operational.