APPENDIX D TRUCKS, FORKLIFT

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APPENDIX D

TRUCKS, FORKLIFT

D-1. Daily Inspection.

a. Check for proper marking

b. Check for evidence of mishandling or damage.

c. Perform normal daily preoperational preventive maintenance inspections and checks as

prescribed in applicable technical manuals for the equipment.

d. Carefully inspect all safety devices including specialized features of forklift trucks approved for

D - 2 . Periodic Inspection. Complete inspection of forklift trucks shall be performed at the

intervals defined in paragraph 4. Criteria in paragraph D-1, requirements of any applicable technical

manual, and the following should be used.

a. Check all mechanical controls for proper adjustments and check the entire control mechanism

for excessive wear of components and contamination by leaking lubricants or foreign matter.

b. Check hydraulic system seals, hoses, lines, fittings, pumps, and valves for deterioration,

leaks, and wear.

c. Check the mast and lift carriage assembly, including forks and chains, for cracks, broken

welds, distortion, improper fit, and excessive wear.

d. Check the brake and steering systems for excessively worn or defective moving parts to

include seat switches, parking brakes, and brake interlock switches.

e. Check electrical, gasoline, and diesel systems for signs of malfunction, excessive

deterioration, dirt or moisture accumulation, and compliance with applicable safety regulations.

f. Check protective motor control circuit devices, battery cable connectors, battery compartment

insulation, thermo protectors, compartment covers, filters, and emergency switches. Insure that type

EE (Electrical equipment enclosed to prevent emission of sparks in potentially hazardous

atmospheres) electric trucks have static electricity discharge straps properly installed, immediately

adjacent to the drive wheels, to effect contact with road or floor surfaces, when such trucks are used

in areas where an explosive dust potential exists. Specification MIL-T-21 969 (refer to latest revision)

provides procedures for testing the discharge straps and requires a resistance between chassis and

floor, through the straps, of no more than 250,000 ohms.

(1) Ensure that all electrical cables are appropriately mounted and protected to prevent

damage by abrasion, cutting, or catching on stationary objects.

(2) Ensure that batteries are securely fastened in place to prevent spillage of electrolyte onto

electrical cables.

(3) Ensure that battery compartments provide ample ventilation and have openings properly

guarded to prevent contact of foreign objects with cell terminals.

(4) Equipment must be clean and free of excessive oil and grease accumulations,

particularly within the confines of the motors and on electrical contacts.

g. All deficiencies observed shall be corrected and repairs made prior to testing.

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