Towing the forklift
Conditions for towing the forklift
The forklift should only be towed in the event of breakdown when there is no other
alternative, as this could seriously damage the hydrostatic transmission. Wherever
possible, the repair should be carried out at the point of breakdown. In the event that
this is not possible, the forklift should be towed over short distances and at low speeds.
- Before towing the forklift, tighten (but not over-tighten) the central bolts of the
maximum pressure valves of the hydrostatic pump, to do so loosen the counter
nuts
(fig. 1)
.
- After repairing the machine, loosen the central bolts of the maximum pressure
valve of the hydrostatic pump and re-tighten the counter nuts.
- The forklift should be towed using a solid towing bar to prevent any lateral
oscillation. The bar should be fixed to the rear bolt of the counterweight
(fig. 2)
.
Release the parking brake (fig. 3, 4)
In the event that the parking brake is blocked, due, for example, to a loss of brake fluid,
or because the engine does not start, release the parking brake by moving the ring
(a)
of the brake cylinder to the right side. Gently tap the ring with a nylon hammer. The ring
is located at the top left of the differential.
WARNING
Any repair to the brake system should be carried out by an authorized AUSA
dealer.
(fig. 1)
(fig. 2)
(fig. 3)
a
(fig. 4)
a
C 400 H / C 400 HI / C 400 H x4 / C 400 HI x4
C 500 H / C 500 HI / C 500 H x4 / C 500 HI x4
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Transporting
the forklift
