Maintenance Section
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Parking Brake - Test, Adjust
WARNING
To prevent personal injury, the operator must be
ready to use the service brake if the parking
brake is not adjusted correctly and the lift truck
starts to move.
NOTE: Be sure area around the lift truck is clear of
personnel and obstructions.
1. Drive the lift truck with a rated load up a 15%
incline.
2. Halfway up the incline, stop the lift truck by
applying the service brakes.
Typical Example
3. Engage the parking brake and slowly release the
service brake.
4. If the parking brake has the correct adjustment
the lift truck will be hold in place. If the parking
brake does not hold, adjust the parking brake.
To Adjust
Park the lift truck level, with the forks lowered,
transmission in NEUTRAL, the engine stopped and
the wheels securely blocked.
Mechanical Parking Brake (If Installed)
Typical Example
1. Release the parking brake
2. Turn the adjustment knob, clockwise to tighten
the brake.
3. Test the parking brake adjustment. Repeat the
adjustment procedure, if necessary.