Checking the fork arms
CAUTION
Fork arms must not be uneven!
– Always replace both fork arms.
– Check the fork arms (1) for visible deforma-
tion and excessive wear.
No cracks or deformations must be visible on
the fork arms in the area around the fork bend.
Wear must not amount to more than 10% of
the original thickness.
– Check that the locking screws (2) are
present and securely attached.
– Replace any worn or deformed fork arms.
Check the condition and correct operation of
the fork latch:
– Move the locking lever (3) into a vertical po-
sition.
It must be possible to move the fork arm.
– Move the locking lever into a horizontal po-
sition.
The latch must engage in a recess on the fork
carriage. It must not be possible to move the
fork arm.
– Replace faulty fork latches.
Checking the hydraulic oil level
CAUTION
Hydraulic oils are hazardous to your health and are
under pressure during operation.
– Observe the safety regulations for working with
hydraulic oils; see
⇒
Chapter "Hydraulic fluid",
Page 43 .
– Park the truck securely; see
⇒
Chapter
"Parking the truck securely and switching it
off", Page 140 .
– Open the side cover. See chapter entitled
"Opening the side cover".
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