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0307.GB
7.3 Restoring the truck to operation after decommissioning
– Thoroughly clean the truck.
– Lubricate the truck in accordance with the maintenance schedule (see Chapter F).
– Clean the battery, grease the terminals and connect the battery.
– Charge the battery (see Chapter D).
– Check transmission oil for condensed water and replace if necessary.
– Check hydraulic oil for condensed water and replace if necessary.
– Start up the truck (see Chapter E).
Z
Battery powered trucks:
If there are switching problems in the electrical system, apply contact spray to the
exposed contacts and remove any oxide layers on the contacts of the operating
controls by applying them repeatedly.
F
Perform several brake tests immediately after re-commissioning the truck.
8 Safety tests to be performed at intervals and after unusual events
(D: Accident prevention check according to BGV D27)
The truck must be inspected at least annually or after any unusual event by a qualified
inspector. The inspector shall assess the condition of the truck from purely a safety
viewpoint, without regard to operational or economic circumstances. The inspector
shall be sufficiently instructed and experienced to be able to assess the condition of
the truck and the effectiveness of the safety mechanisms based on the technical
regulations and principles governing the inspection of forklift trucks.
The technical condition of the truck must be thoroughly examined from an accident
safety perspective. The truck must also be examined for damage caused by possible
improper use. A test report shall be provided. The test results must be kept for at least
the next 2 inspections.
The owner is responsible for ensuring that faults are immediately rectified.
The manufacturer has a safety department with trained personnel to carry out
inspections. A test plate is attached to the truck as proof that it has passed the safety
inspection. This plate indicates the due date for the next inspection.
F 13
0307.GB
7.3 Restoring the truck to operation after decommissioning
– Thoroughly clean the truck.
– Lubricate the truck in accordance with the maintenance schedule (see Chapter F).
– Clean the battery, grease the terminals and connect the battery.
– Charge the battery (see Chapter D).
– Check transmission oil for condensed water and replace if necessary.
– Check hydraulic oil for condensed water and replace if necessary.
– Start up the truck (see Chapter E).
Z
Battery powered trucks:
If there are switching problems in the electrical system, apply contact spray to the
exposed contacts and remove any oxide layers on the contacts of the operating
controls by applying them repeatedly.
F
Perform several brake tests immediately after re-commissioning the truck.
8 Safety tests to be performed at intervals and after unusual events
(D: Accident prevention check according to BGV D27)
The truck must be inspected at least annually or after any unusual event by a qualified
inspector. The inspector shall assess the condition of the truck from purely a safety
viewpoint, without regard to operational or economic circumstances. The inspector
shall be sufficiently instructed and experienced to be able to assess the condition of
the truck and the effectiveness of the safety mechanisms based on the technical
regulations and principles governing the inspection of forklift trucks.
The technical condition of the truck must be thoroughly examined from an accident
safety perspective. The truck must also be examined for damage caused by possible
improper use. A test report shall be provided. The test results must be kept for at least
the next 2 inspections.
The owner is responsible for ensuring that faults are immediately rectified.
The manufacturer has a safety department with trained personnel to carry out
inspections. A test plate is attached to the truck as proof that it has passed the safety
inspection. This plate indicates the due date for the next inspection.