The kind of vehicle usually found inside factories, warehouses and other work locations where moving heavy materials from one location to another is necessary is called a forklift. The mast is the mechanism situated on the front of the forklift that hydraulically lowers and lifts the load. The "cat" is the area which is protected where the operator of the forklift sits.
Forklifts are capable of carrying loads between one and five tons in weight. Various types can be utilized to lift shipping containers and loads that are a lot heavier.
The tires of a forklift should be checked and maintained regularly. The types of tires on different forklifts vary according to factors like weight of the loads, ground surfaces and frequency of use. Each and every driver of a forklift must have access to replacement tires, a forklift jack and tire press.
Tire Maintenance Instructions
You must regularly check the tires. Watch for indications of wear and damage to the tires. If the wear on the tire exceeds 40%, it has to be replaced.
When buying tires, make sure that you are purchasing the correct type - polyurethane, solid or pneumatic.
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.
In order to remove the damaged tire, pull the tire from the rim utilizing the tire press. Install the new tire and secure it well. If you are changing more than one tire and you only have one jack, lower the forklift, and afterward reposition the jack at the next tire.
A repair company can offer on-site tire repair. If the tire is too large for both in-house and mobile tire presses, the tire which is damaged should be transported to a shop that has a stationary tire press.