10
Operator Checks
ITEM
PROCEDURE
Transmission and hydraulic
systems
Check for signs of fluid leakage.
Forks
Check for cracks and damage and that they
are properly secured.
Chains, cables and hoses
Check that they are in place, properly secured
and not damaged.
Guards and load backrest
Check that safety guards are in place, prop-
erly secured and not damaged.
Safety signs
Check that warning labels, nameplate, etc.,
are in good condition and legible.
Horn
Check that horn sounds when operated.
Steering
Check for binding or looseness in steering
arm when steering.
Travel controls
Check that speed controls on control handle
operate in all speed ranges in forward and
reverse and that belly button switch functions.
Wheels
Check drive wheel for cracks or damage.
Move truck to check load wheels and casters
for freedom of rotation.
Hydraulic controls
Check operation of lift and lower to their maxi-
mum positions.
Brakes
Check that brakes actuate when steering arm
is raised to upright position, and when lowered
to horizontal position.
PDI,PDM,PDH (w. Dynamic Brakes):
Check that dynamic brake (if so equipped -
not
available on newer trucks
) actuates when
dynamic brake pushbutton on control handle is
pressed.
Deadman/Parking brake
Check that steering arm raises to upright posi-
tion when released and brake applies.
Battery disconnect
Check that battery can be disconnected and
reconnected. Check for connector damage.
On the S22 & S25 check that the emergency
power disconnect is functioning properly.
High speed limit switch
Allow for enough space to operate truck in
high speed. Elevate forks approximately two
feet, then test drive truck to check if high
speed is cut out.