Operation Section
G 56
Before Operating the Lift Truck
Walk-Around Inspection
For your own safety and maximum service life of
the lift truck, make a thorough walk-around
inspection before mounting the lift truck or starting
to move it.
Look for such items as loose bolts, trash build-up,
oil leaks, condition of tires, mast, carriage, forks or
attachments.
1. Inspect the operator’s compartment for loose
items and clean any mud or debris from the
floor plates for safe footing.
2. Inspect the instrument panel for damage to the
indicator display.
3. Test the horn and other safety devices for
proper operation.
4. Inspect the mast and lift chains for wear, broken
links, pins and loose rollers.
5. Inspect the carriage, forks or attachments for
wear, damage and loose or missing bolts.
6. Inspect the tires and wheels for proper inflation,
cuts, gouges, foreign objects and loose or
missing nuts.
7. Inspect the overhead guard for damage, loose
or missing mounting bolts.
8. Inspect the hydraulic system for leaks, worn
hoses or damaged lines.
9. Inspect the drive axle housing and the ground
for oil leaks.
Typical : B25S-5
Typical : BC25S-5
10. Inspect the battery compartment for loose
connections, frayed cables and properly
secured battery restraint.
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