Maintenance Procedures Every 350 Hours or Every 2 Months
NOTE:
Perform these procedures in addition to the
8-hour checks.
FITTINGS LUBRICATION
Lubricate the fitting using the grease shown in the
Maintenance Schedule for the following items:
• Steering bearing
• Load wheels
OTHER LUBRICATION
Lubricate the following items as specified in the
Maintenance Schedule.
• Control handle pivot pins
• Mast channel wear surfaces
• Fork guides and locks
• Lift chains
BASE ARM CAPSCREWS
Check the base arm capscrews for looseness.
Tighten to 300 N•m (221 lbf ft).
BATTERY
WARNING
DO NOT lay tools on top of the battery.
The acid in the electrolyte can cause injury. If the
electrolyte is spilled, use water to flush the area.
Make the acid neutral with a solution of sodium
bicarbonate (baking soda). Acid in the eyes must
be immediately flushed with water continuously
for fifteen minutes, then seek medical attention.
Batteries generate explosive fumes. keep the
vents in the caps clean. Keep sparks or open
flames away from the battery area. DO NOT make
a spark from the battery connections. Disconnect
the battery when performing maintenance.
The battery must fit the battery compartment so
the battery restraint panels will operate correctly.
Use spacers to prevent the battery from moving
more that 13.0 mm (0.5 in.) in any direction.
Remove the battery as described in How to Change
the Battery. Check the battery case, connector, and
cables for damage, cracks, or breaks. See the bat-
tery dealer in your area to repair any damage.
Keep the battery case and the battery compartment
clean and painted. Leaks and corrosion from the
battery can cause a malfunction in the electric con-
trols of the lift truck. Use a water and soda solution
to clean the battery and the battery compartment.
Keep the top of the battery clean, dry, and free of
corrosion.
Make sure the battery is the correct weight and
size. Prevent side-to-side movement of the battery
by installing the correct battery spacer(s) on either
side of the battery. For information on the correct
size of battery spacer refer to the section Frame
0100SRM1378. The correct battery is specified in
the table at the back of this manual and in the Op-
erating Manual. The Operating Manual is loca-
ted in the container on the drive unit cover. This is
a permanent reference and must be available for
use at all times.
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