In the majority of situations, most people spend quite a bit of money purchasing their lift truck. Therefore, it is really essential to take good care of it in order to protect your investment well into the long run. It is a good idea to know the procedures that are undertaken during maintaining and taking care of this equipment.
One of the best ways to tell how good the engine is performing is by starting the lift truck up and listening closely to see how it works. Like for example, if there are any knocks or misses, the equipment is defective and this should raise several concerns. What's more listen closely for any squealing sounds that come from the belts since these sounds will provide you with a wealth of information.
When carrying out maintenance, some of the main parts you would have to pay attention to include the safety warning devices, horn, the lights, the gauges and the overhead guard. Any burnt out light bulbs or faulty components must be replaced as soon as they are noticed. It is also imperative to inspect the wiring.
After the above parts have been inspected thoroughly, proceed to the battery compartment to be able to see if the terminals are clean. If the terminals are not clean, be sure to clean them properly. Every battery cell has to be checked so as to ensure the fill level is topped up to the regulated amount.
The next step is to drain all of the oil out of the equipment and after that change the filters. The fuel filters, hydraulic filter and the transmission filter should be frequently replaced. Before fitting them, be sure to write the date on the new filters by using a permanent marker to be able to keep track.
Once the oil change has been done and new filters have been fitted, visually check the drive axle from underneath the machine. Be sure to grease the axle if there is any grease fitting. Inspect the engine belts for any cracks or frays. If you find any, fix the problem accordingly. Then, inspect every other component of the equipment including the wheels. If any type of issue or fault is detected, be certain to deal with it immediately so as to make sure the machine is working at its safest and optimum levels.