To be able to avoid lift truck abuse wherever possible, counterbalance lift truck operators are encouraged to take the following measures to keep the machine functioning as safe as possible and to ensure that the driver remains safe.
Tires: Tires must be replaced when they are missing chunks or are worn badly. If the tire is in rough shape, they could cause sharp jarring impacts to the driver, the axle parts, to the wheel parts, and to the load itself. Demanding operations require using proper kinds of tires for utmost functioning of the lift truck. In order to be certain that your machinery has the proper tires, ask for an application survey from your local dealer.
Forks: Operating a forklift with worn tires could add to the premature wearing of the bottom of the forks. This can really jeopardize the ability of the forklift's truck to lift, which creates a potentially dangerous working environment. Being certain to complete routine fork inspections by in-house maintenance technicians and by operators has to occur regularly in order to make certain that your equipment is operating at maximum capacity.
Transmission: Damage to the transmission system is an issue that is caused by operators who ride the inching pedal. In order to prevent major part breakdown and failure, the inching pedal must 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 could work at full speed. When the hydraulics are not being utilized, the brake pedal is used for regular stopping of the truck.
Impact: Whenever the unfortunate circumstance of a lift truck encountering an impact to surroundings and products at high travel speeds happens, wheels, forks, backrests, tires and attachments all suffer. Following which operators drive what models by assigning equipment to an operator could help track who is responsible for the misuse to the machine. By installing an impact monitor, a keyless access system or a vehicle speed limiter as options on your forklift truck could really help you to greatly lessen impact damage.
Training: Ongoing training and regular training is vital to make sure that your machine is correctly maintained. Users of the machines have to be on board with proper maintenance and safety applications. It is required that all new drivers are properly taught and know how to perform the necessary checks daily so they can properly operate the equipment before using it.