In order to avoid forklift misuse wherever possible, counterbalance lift truck operators are encouraged to take the following actions to keep the equipment functioning as safe as possible and to make sure that the operator remains safe.
Tires: Whenever tires are worn badly or missing chunks, they should be replaced. Tires that 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 require utilizing correct tires for maximum functioning of the lift truck. In order to be certain that your equipment has the proper tires, ask your local dealer for an application survey.
Forks: Driving a lift truck 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, that creates a potentially dangerous work setting. Being certain to perform frequent fork checks by in-house maintenance technicians and by operators has to happen on a regular basis in order to make certain that your machinery is working at maximum capacity.
Transmission: Damage to the transmission system is an issue that is caused by drivers who ride the inching pedal. In order to avoid major part breakdown and failure, the inching pedal should ideally only 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 can work at full speed. When the hydraulics are not being utilized, the brake pedal is used for regular stopping of the truck.
Impact: Forklifts will ultimately encounter numerous impacts with their surroundings and environment when driving at high speeds. Possible impacts can include the wheels, forks, tires, backrests and attachments. Following what operators drive which models by assigning machinery to a driver can help track who is accountable for the misuse to the equipment. By installing an impact monitor, a keyless access system or a vehicle speed limiter as alternatives on your lift truck can help you to really decrease impact damage.
Training: The key to making certain that your machinery is well maintained is regular and ongoing training. The machines users have to be on board with proper maintenance and safety applications. It is required that all new operators are correctly taught and know how to carry out the required checks on a daily basis so they could correctly operate the equipment before utilizing it.