Long-Term Storage
Do the following steps to prepare the lift truck for storage for
6 months or longer:
1. Complete all short-term storage procedures.
2. Wrap or cover all exterior lights, radiator grill, and air vents
with a moisture barrier cover. Use tape to hold the covers in
place.
3. Remove the battery or batteries from the lift truck. Store
the battery or batteries in an approved space. Be sure to fol-
low local regulations. Batteries that are stored for long peri-
ods can become damaged. Either keep batteries in service
or follow the battery storage procedures below.
4. Spray exterior surfaces and frame with preservative coat-
ing.
While the Lift Truck is in Storage
Each month make a visual inspection for leaks or signs of
deterioration. Take corrective action immediately. Check the
fluid level in engine, radiator, hydraulic tank, and brake mas-
ter cylinder.
NOTE: Do not shut down an engine before it reaches oper-
ating temperature.
Each month set the park brake, start engine, and run until
normal operating temperature is reached. This will coat the
internal engine components with a film of oil and rid the
engine of built-up condensation.
Each month all hydraulic cylinders must be cycled several
times to keep the seals active and to coat the interior walls
with oil. Actuate each cylinder, in both directions, until it rea-
ches the stops.
Return lift truck to its storage state for another month.
How to Put Batteries in Storage
Batteries are to be placed on a wooden pallet and stored in
a dry, moderately cool area.
Lead acid batteries will slowly "self-discharge" over a period
of time due to their chemical makeup. If the self-discharge is
left uncontrolled, excessive sulphation can occur which is
difficult to reduce and can damage the anodes. A discharged
battery with a specific gravity of 1.000 will freeze at −7.8 °C
(18 °F) A fully-charged battery with a specific gravity of 1.280
will freeze at −66 °C (−87 °F).
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