Clark WSTX22, Operator'S Manual

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4.3
Visual Checks
First, perform a visual inspection of the truck and its major compo-
nents:
1. Walk around your lift truck and take note of obvious damage that
may have been caused by operation during the last shift.
2. Check that all capacity, safety, and warning plates or decals are
attached and legible.
3. Check that the battery is installed and secured in position correctly.
Check battery connector for safe condition.
4. Check for hydraulic oil leaks and loose fittings
CAUTION
Do not use bare hands to check. Oil may be hot or under
pressure .
5. Be sure that the load back rest and all other safety devices are in
place, securely fastened and undamaged. Inspect for damaged
or missing parts, corrosion, cracks, breaks etc.
6. Check all of the critical components that handle or carry the
load.
7. Look the upright and lift chains over. Check for obvious wear and
maintenance problems such as damaged or missing parts, leaks,
slack or broken chains, rust, corrosion, bent parts, cracks, etc.
8. Carefully inspect the load forks for cracks, breaks, bending, twists,
and wear. Be sure that the forks are correctly installed and locked
in their proper position.
9. Inspect the wheels and tires for safe mounting, wear condition.
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