Clark ESX Series, Operator'S Manual

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6.22
Air Cleaning the Truck
Always maintain a lift truck in a clean condition. Do not allow dirt, dust,
lint, or other contaminants to accumulate on the truck. Keep the truck
free from leaking oil and grease. Wipe up all oil spills. Keep the controls
and fl oorboards clean, dry, and safe. A clean truck makes it easier to
see leakage and loose, missing, or damaged parts. A clean condition
helps prevent fi res and helps the truck run cooler.
The environment in which a lift truck operates determines how often and
to what extent cleaning is necessary. For example, trucks operating in
manufacturing plants with a high level of dirt, dust, or lint, (e.g., cotton
fi bers, paper dust, etc.) in the air or on the fl oor require more frequent
cleaning. If air pressure does not remove heavy deposits of grease, oil,
etc., it may be necessary to use liquid spray cleaner
CAUTION
Do not steam clean the Control Panel, motors or electrical com-
ponents
Lift trucks should be air cleaned at every PM interval, and more
often if needed.
Use an air hose with special adapter or extension having a control
valve and nozzle to direct the air properly. Use clean, dry, low-pressure
compressed air. Restrict air pressure to 30 psi (207 kPa), maximum
(OSHA requirement).
IMPORTANT
Wear suitable eye protection and protective clothing.
Air clean: upright assembly; drive axle; battery; cables; switches and
wiring harness; electrical control panels, heatsinks and wiring; drive
and lift motors; and steer axle, steer cylinder, and linkage.
The control panels are mounted on fi nned heat sinks and small fans
blow air through them to cool the panels. It is important to make sure
these fi ns are kept free of dust, dirt and lint.
Air Cleaning the Truck