Forklifts are vehicles normally found in warehouses, factories and various work sites where it is necessary to move heavy materials from one location to another. The mast is the mechanism situated on the front of the forklift which hydraulically raises and lowers the load. The "cat" is the protected area where the forklift operator sits.
Forklifts can lift loads that weigh between one to five tons. Several models could be utilized to carry shipping containers and much heavier loads.
The tires of a forklift should be inspected and maintained frequently. The types of tires on various forklifts differ based on factors such as load weights, ground surfaces and frequency of use. Every forklift operator should have access to tire press, replacement tires and a forklift jack.
Tire Maintenance Instructions
You must regularly inspect the tires. Watch for indications of damage and wear to the tires. If the wear on the tire exceeds 40 percent, it should be replaced.
When purchasing tires, make certain that you are buying the correct kind - solid, pneumatic or polyurethane.
When the tire needs replacing, position the forklift jack under the tire and lift the forklift high enough that you can easily change the tires.
In order to remove the damaged tire, pull the tire from the rim utilizing 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, and then reposition the jack at the next tire.
A repair company can offer on-site tire repair. If the tire is too big for both in-house and mobile tire presses, the tire that is damaged should be transported to a shop which has a stationary tire press.