Figure 4-67. Fork removal.

Figure 4-67. Fork removal.

c. Installation. The forks are installed by reversing

(3) Tilt the lower portion of the fork forward

and up, releasing the lower hanger from the lower

the removal procedure.

carriage bar.

d. Adjustment.

The forks should always be

(4) Lift the fork up off the upper carriage bar.

adjusted sidewise on the carriage to obtain the

b. Inspection.

maximum balance in proportion to the load. To change

(1) Inspect the fork and locking mechanism

the fork location, pull up on the latch and move the fork

for signs of wear or damage.

right or left to the proper location and allow the fork lock

(2) If the locking mechanism is worn or

pin to seat in a notch nearest the fork setting required.

damaged, remove and replace it.

(3) Replace damaged or cracked forks.

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