Forklifts are vehicles commonly found inside warehouses, factories and various work locations where it is necessary to move heavy materials from one location to another. The mast is the mechanism situated on the front of the forklift which hydraulically raises and lowers the load. The "cat" is the area which is protected where the forklift driver sits.
Forklifts can lift loads which weigh between one to five tons. Some types can be used to carry shipping containers and much heavier loads.
The tires of a forklift should be checked and maintained regularly. The types of tires on different forklifts differ based on factors like ground surfaces, frequency of use and weight of the loads. Every forklift operator should have access to a forklift jack, tire press and replacement tires.
Tire Maintenance Instructions
You should frequently inspect the tires. Watch for indications of wear and damage to the tires. If the wear on the tire exceeds 40 percent, it should be replaced.
When purchasing tires, make sure that you are purchasing the correct type - polyurethane, solid or pneumatic.
When you have to replace the tires, the forklift jack should be positioned under the tire. You could easily change the tires if you lift the forklift high enough.
In order to remove the damaged tire, pull the tire from the rim utilizing the tire press. Install the new tire and secure it well. If you are changing more than one tire and you just have one jack, lower the forklift, then reposition the jack at the next tire.
A repair company could provide on-site tire repair. If the tire is too large for both mobile and in-house tire presses, the tire that is damaged should be transported to a shop which has a stationary tire press.