Forklifts are vehicles usually found within warehouses, factories and different work locations where it is necessary to move heavy materials from one location to another. The mast is the mechanism located on the front of the forklift that hydraulically lifts and lowers the load. The "cat" is the area that is protected where the driver of the forklift sits.
Forklifts can carry loads which weigh between one to five tons. Some models can be utilized to carry shipping containers and much heavier loads.
Forklift tires must be checked and maintained regularly. The kinds of tires on various forklifts differ based on factors like for example frequency of use, weight of the loads and ground surfaces. Each and every forklift driver must have access to a forklift jack, tire press and replacement tires.
Tire Maintenance Instructions
You must frequently check the tires. Watch for signs of wear and damage to the tires. If the wear on the tire exceeds 40%, it should be replaced.
When you purchase tires, be certain you purchase the correct type - pneumatic, polyurethane or solid.
When the tire needs replacing, position the forklift jack under the tire and lift the forklift high enough that you can change the tires easily.
To remove the damaged tire, pull the tire from the rim using the tire press. Install the new tire and properly secure it. If you are changing more than one tire and you have only one jack, lower the forklift, then reposition the jack at the next tire.
A repair company could provide on-site tire repair. If the tire is too large for both mobile and in-house tire presses, the damaged tire must be transported to a shop which has a stationary tire press.