To make certain that the driver of the lift truck remains safe and to avoid forklift misuse wherever possible, the counterbalance forklift operator is encouraged to take these following measures to keep the machine functioning optimally.
Tires: When tires are worn badly or missing chunks, they must be replaced. Tires which are in poor shape could cause jarring impacts to the driver, the axle parts, to the wheel parts and to the load itself. Demanding applications involve using proper tires for maximum functioning of the lift truck. So as to be certain that your machinery has the proper kind of tires, ask for an application survey from your local dealer.
Forks: Operating a forklift with worn tires can add to the premature wearing of the bottom of the forks. This can greatly jeopardize the ability of the forklift's truck to lift, which could result in a potentially dangerous work environment. Being certain to carry out frequent fork checks by operators and by in-house maintenance technicians has to occur regularly in order to make certain that your machine is operating at maximum capacity.
Transmission: Drivers who ride on the inching pedal could cause damage to the transmission. In order to avoid major component failure and breakdown, the inching pedal should ideally just be engaged when you want to apply the brakes while revving the engine and when you are approaching a rack. When the engine is revving, the hydraulics are allowed to work at full speed. When the hydraulics are not being utilized, the brake pedal is utilized for regular stopping of the truck.
Impact: Forklifts would ultimately encounter numerous impacts with their environment and surroundings when operating at high speeds. Possible impacts could incorporate the forks, wheels, backrests, tires and attachments. Following which operators drive what models by assigning equipment to a driver could help track who is accountable for the abuse to the machinery. By installing an impact monitor, a vehicle speed limiter or a keyless access system as alternatives on your forklift truck can help you to greatly reduce impact damage.
Training: Ongoing training and regular training is important to make sure that your machinery is properly maintained. Users of the equipment have to be on board with good maintenance and safety applications. It is required that all new operators are correctly trained and know how to carry out the required checks daily so they could properly operate the equipment before utilizing it.