The type of vehicle normally found inside warehouses, factories and various work sites where moving heavy materials from one location to another is required is known as a forklift. The mast is the mechanism located on the front of the forklift that hydraulically lifts and lowers the load. The "cat" is the area which is protected where the driver of the forklift sits.
Forklifts are capable of carrying loads between one and five tons in weight. Various models can be used to lift shipping containers and much heavier loads.
Forklift tires must be maintained and checked on a regular basis. The types of tires on various forklifts vary according to factors such as load weights, ground surfaces and frequency of use. Each and every operator of a forklift should have access to tire press, replacement tires and a forklift jack.
Tire Maintenance Instructions
Perform tire inspections regularly. Watch for indications of wear and damage to the tires. If the wear on the tire exceeds 40%, it should be replaced.
When you purchase tires, be sure you buy the correct type - polyurethane, solid or pneumatic.
When you need to replace the tires, the forklift jack should be positioned under the tire. You could easily change the tires if you lift the forklift high enough.
In order to remove the damaged tire, pull the tire from the rim utilizing the tire press. Install the new tire and secure it properly. If you are changing more than one tire and you just have 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 extremely large for both mobile and in-house tire presses, the tire which is damaged must be transported to a shop that has a stationary tire press.