How to Put a Lift Truck on Blocks
WARNING
The lift truck must be put on blocks for some types of
maintenance and repair. The removal of the following
assemblies will cause large changes in the center of
gravity: mast and drive axle assembly, battery, and the
counterweight. When the lift truck is put on blocks, put
additional blocks in the following positions to maintain
stability:
•
Before removing the mast and drive axle assembly, put
blocks under the counterweight so that the lift truck can-
not tip backward.
•
Before removing the battery and counterweight, put
blocks under the mast assembly so that the lift truck can-
not tip forward.
Put the lift truck on blocks only if the surface is solid,
even, and level. Make sure that any blocks used to sup-
port the lift truck are solid, one-piece units.
How to Raise the Drive Tires
1.
Put blocks on each side (front and back) of the steer
tires to prevent movement of the lift truck. See
2.
Put the mast in a vertical position. Put a block under
each outer mast channel.
3.
Tilt the mast fully forward until the drive tires are raised
from the surface.
4.
Put additional blocks under the frame behind the drive
tires.
5.
If the hydraulic system will not operate, use a hydraulic
jack under the side of the frame near the front. Make sure
that the jack has a capacity equal to at least half the weight
of the lift truck. See the Nameplate.
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