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Inspect a Forklift
OSHA and HRSDC report that more than ten thousand workplace injuries related to fork lifts happen each year. Operator error is the cause of many of these accidents. Lack of appropriate equipment check and maintenance causes numerous others. Forklift operation and maintenance is not only the cause of personal injuries, but also of damage to property. Forklifts can damage overhead pipes, sprinklers and building structures, and other equipment when incorrectly used. The following day by day check ups must be carried out in order to reduce the chance of forklift accidents.
Turn the engine off before checking various fluid levels: engine oil, fuel, coolant, brake fluid and hydraulic oil. The tires must be checked for indications of wear and tear. Check the air pressure in the tires. Check the condition of the forks. The load backrest need to be securely attached. Do a visual inspection of the top-clip retaining pin and heel. Next carry out an inspection of the hydraulic hoses, mast chains, cables and stops. Ensure that both the overhead and finger guards are firmly attached.
The LP powered forklift has propane tanks which need to be checked for rust, corrosion or damage. The battery's charge and electrolyte levels have to be tested periodically. Seat belts have to be inspected for wear and tear. Check to make sure the owner's handbook is stored on-board the forklift in a storage compartment. Check the seat belt to make sure the latches are secure. Check the hood latch to ensure it is working as it should.
To make certain there are no unusual engine sounds, start the engine up and listen for any irregularities. If there are, investigate at once. Check the steering controls and the accelerator. The parking break and the service break should be correctly working.
The tilt control and drive control should be checked to ensure proper functioning in both forward and reverse. Check the functioning of the hoist and lowering control, and the attachment control. Check the lights and horn. Then check the wipers, heater and defroster to make sure they are functioning smoothly. Inspect every gauge to ascertain that it is reading within functional limits.
How to Replace Forklift Tires
Regular forklift maintenance includes checking tires and replacing worn or damaged tires. Various kinds of forklifts are designed to be utilized with particular kinds of tires: polyurethane, solid or pneumatic. Tire types differ depending on things like for example ground surfaces, duration and frequency of use and the weight of the load. To change a forklift tire you would need the following tools: tire press, replacement tires and forklift jack. Replacing your forklift tires occasionally is necessary to help prolong the life of the machine.
Instructions
1 Check the tires thoroughly if there are indications of damage of wear. Make sure that the type of tire on the forklift is the right kind. If the wear on the tire exceeds 40%, the tire has to be replaced.
2 You must buy spare or replacement tires.
3 After you have positioned the jack under the tire, slowly lift the forklift high enough which would enable you to easily take out the tires.
4 Take out the old tire by using the tire press to separate the rim from the tire. Replace the tire with the new one and firmly secure. Lower the forklift, then move the jack to the next tire and do the same thing with the other damaged tire.
5 A damaged tire could be repaired on site by a local repair company. If this is your first call, the repair company may provide a free estimate. If the tires are very big, you would require a stationary tire press. In that case, you would have to remove the tire and bring it to a repair shop.
