Make sure the battery is the correct weight and
size. Prevent side-to-side movement of the battery
by adjusting the brackets on either side of the bat-
tery. See the section Capacities and Specifica-
tions 8000SRM1380. The proper battery specifica-
tions are provided in Battery Maintenance in this
section and in the Operating Manual. The Oper-
ating Manual is located in the container on the
drive unit cover. This is a permanent reference and
must be available for use at all times.
Brake
Fully raising or lowering the control handle will ap-
ply an electrical brake that is mounted on the drive
motor. See Figure 7. When the brake is applied, a
switch disconnects the power to the traction circuit.
When the control handle is released from the oper-
ating position, it will automatically return to the
vertical position and apply the brake.
Figure 7. Brake Operation
Tires and Wheels
CAUTION
If the drive wheel has been removed and installed,
check all wheel bolts after 2 to 5 hours of opera-
tion. Tighten the bolts in a cross pattern as shown
in Figure 13. Tighten the bolts to the value shown
in the . When the bolts stay tight after 8 hours, the
interval for checking the torque can be extended
to 350 hours.
Inspect the drive tire and load wheels for damage.
Inspect the tread and remove any objects that will
cause damage. See Figure 8. Inspect the wheels for
loose or missing parts. Remove any wire, strapping,
or other material wound around the axles.
1. REMOVE NAILS, GLASS, AND METAL
2. MAKE EDGES SMOOTH
Figure 8. Tire and Wheels Inspection
Mast, Forks, and Lift Chains
WARNING
When working on or near the mast or carriage,
see Safety Procedures When Working Near Mast.
DO NOT try to correct fork tip alignment by bend-
ing the forks or adding shims. Never repair dam-
aged forks by heating or welding. Forks are made
of special steel using special procedures. Replace
damaged forks.
Adjust the forks as far apart as possible for maxi-
mum support of the load. Hook forks are connected
to the carriage by hooks and lock pins. These lock
pins are installed through the top fork hooks and fit
into slots in the top carriage bar. Raise the lock pin
in each fork to slide the fork on the carriage bar.
See Figure 9.
Maintenance Procedures Every 8 Hours or Daily
8000 SRM 1379
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