The kind of vehicle usually found within warehouses, factories and various work sites where moving heavy materials from one location to another is required is called a forklift. The mast is the mechanism situated on the front of the forklift that hydraulically raises and lowers the load. The "cat" is the area which is protected where the driver of the forklift sits.
Forklifts are capable of lifting loads between one and five tons in weight. Various models can be utilized to raise shipping containers and loads that are a lot heavier.
Forklift tires should be checked and maintained on a regular basis. The kinds of tires on different forklifts vary according to factors like frequency of use, weight of the loads and ground surfaces. Every operator of a forklift should have access to replacement tires, a forklift jack and tire press.
Tire Maintenance Instructions
You should frequently check the tires. Watch for signs of wear and damage to the tires. If the wear on the tire exceeds 40 percent, it should be replaced.
When you buy tires, be certain you purchase the correct kind - solid, pneumatic or polyurethane.
When the tire needs replacing, position the forklift jack under the tire and raise the forklift high enough that you could change the tires easily.
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 only have one jack, lower the forklift, then reposition the jack at the next tire.
On-site tire repair can be performed by a repair company. If the tire is too big for both mobile and in-house tire presses, the damaged tire should be transported to a shop which has a stationary tire press.