Starke EcoMaxx ECO-FD 18, Operation Manual

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LEAVING THE FORKLIFT IDLE AND LONG TERM STORAGE
When the forklift is left to be idle, store the forklift with the mast extended to its highest point. When performing periodic checks, raise and lower the mast three
of four times to lubricate the inside of the cylinders.
CARE OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
The engine and engine compartment can become rusted from moisture and the like. Therefore, you should inspect the engine compartment once a month to
remove rust build up and touch up spots or apply rust repellent as required.
MAINTENANCE OF THE BRAKE SYSTEM
If storage conditions permit, the parking brake should be completely released. Check the brake fluid level and fluid quality in the reservoir tank once a month,
keeping the brake system in normal operation condition at all times. Brake fluid most be changed when the truck is stored for more than 6 moths.
MAINTENANCE OF THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
As far as possible unpack the truck and store it with the mast fully raised in the maximum backward tilt position. Once a month perform: the lifts, lowering,
forward and backward tilt operations over three times. Inspect the hydraulic oil once a month, checking go for leakage and viscosity.
BATTERY CARE
A battery check should be run once a month so as not to allow any loss of battery performance. The battery electrolyte level should be all the way up the
specified level mark. Repeated charging is necessary when the specific gravity goes down below 1.230 (or 1.250 with an electric lift truck).