56
GENERAL CARE AND MAINTENANCE
DAILY INSPECTION
To maintain your forklift in proper condition and ready for safe operation,
be sure to perform the daily checks indicated below. If you note any
malfunction notify your Local Authorized Dealer.
1. Check battery uid level.
2. Check hydraulic oil level and for oil line leaks.
3. Check for full motion and proper function of all the steering and
travel controls.
4. Check the condition of tires and wheels. Check for looseness,
wear or damage of wheel nuts and bolts.
• Remove objects that are embedded in the tread.
• Check for damage and friction of wheels and for bends and
cracks in the wheel hub.
5. Check that all guards, horn, lights, limit switches, warning and
safety devices, indicators, etc. are functional.
6. Check safety start systems operation
7. Check lift mechanism for the following items:
• Smooth lifting and lowering
• Check operation of hydraulic pump
• Lift linkage
• Load wheel link
8. Conduct an operational check, including braking functions and
plugging distance.
9. Check forks and frame for cracks, breaks, bend and wear.
10. Check the backrest, if equipped, for proper installation and
function.
11. Inspect the condition of battery connectors, electrical cables and
wiring. Make a report of any found to be worn or cracked.
12. Check that the battery gates (retainers), if used, are in place and
working properly.
WARNING
!
!
13. Check additional options, i.e. attachments or special equipment as
specied by the manufacturer or employer.
14. Check that capacity plates and decals are legible, if not replace.
• If the truck is found to be in need of repair or in any way
unsafe, or contributes to an unsafe condition, or if during
operation the truck becomes unsafe in any way, the matter
shall be reported immediately to your designated authority,
and the truck shall not be operated until it has been restored
to safe operating condition.
• Do not make repairs or adjustments unless specically
authorized to do so.
• Do not use open ames when checking electrolyte level in
storage batteries.
• Be certain that your truck is the correct UL safety rating
type for the area in which you are working. The proper type
designation for the industrial truck is on the data plate. In
areas classied as hazardous, use only trucks approved
for use in those areas. All hazardous areas should have
classied markings. If you are unsure of the classication
of the area you wish to enter, ask your designated authority
before entering.
To Next Page
Loading...
