The type of vehicle usually found in warehouses, factories and other work sites where moving heavy materials from one location to another is required is referred to as a forklift. The mast is the mechanism situated on the front of the forklift which hydraulically lowers and raises the load. The "cat" is the protected area where the forklift driver sits.
Forklifts are capable of lifting loads between one and five tons in weight. Various kinds can be used to carry shipping containers and loads that are much heavier.
Forklift tires must be checked and maintained regularly. The kinds of tires on various forklifts differ based on factors like for example load weights, ground surfaces and frequency of use. Each and every forklift operator must have access to a forklift jack, tire press and replacement tires.
Tire Maintenance Instructions
Perform tire inspections on a regular basis. Watch for indications of damage and wear to the tires. If the wear on the tire exceeds 40 percent, it needs to be replaced.
When you buy tires, be certain you purchase the correct kind - pneumatic, polyurethane or solid.
When the tire needs replacing, position the forklift jack under the tire and lift the forklift high enough that you could easily change the tires.
To remove the damaged tire, pull the tire from the rim using the tire press. Install the new tire and secure it properly. If you are changing more than one tire and you only have one jack, lower the forklift, and 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 tire which is damaged will have to be transported to a shop that has a stationary tire press.