INSTALLATION - TM-10-3930-644-14-P0136

TM 10-3930-644-14&P

It is common practice to replace, rather than attempt to

CAUTION

repair a badly fractured counterweight. But when the

Be certain that counterweight clears

truck is operated within reasonable stress limits and not

hydraulic pump during installation.

abused, such damage is highly unlikely.

Failure to use care will result in

unnecessary

destruction

E. INSTALLATION

equipment.

1. Ensure that rear of lift truck (counterweight

3. Carefully lower counterweight into mounting

mounting area) is clear of any obstructions prior

surfaces and keep enough tension in hoist to

to installation.

allow insertion and tightening of securing bolts.

(bolt), lockwashers and nuts (nut). Refer to

NOTE in preceding Paragraph B, 200 HOUR

WARNING

INSPECTION.)

Be certain that hoist chain and lift are

adequately

rated

for

estimated

4. Replace grille and rear panel, if applicable, and

counterweight mass density. Do not

insert and tighten capscrews and lockwashers.

attempt to remove or Install a

counterweight with a hoist rated

5. Ensure counterweight is properly secured and

below

estimated

counterweight

that hydraulic pump is intact.

mass.

2. Securely attach hoisting chains to counterweight

6. Slowly play out hoist chain until there is enough

(eyelets, where applicable), then lift and

slack to disengage chain hooks. Remove hoist

maneuver counter weight into its relative

chains.

mounting position on the lift truck frame.

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