Still EXV 10, Original Instructions Manual

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Regular Service
Cleaning the Forklift
Cleaning depends on the type of use and the
workplace. Should the truck come into contact
with highly aggressive elements such as salt
water, fertilizers, chemical products, cement,
etc., it should be cleaned as carefully as pos-
sible after every work cycle. It is preferable to
use cold compressed air and detergents. Use
water-dampened rags to clean the parts of the
body.
CAUTION
Do not clean the truck with direct jets of water; DO
NOT use solvents and petrols that could damage
parts of the truck.
Lubricating and cleaning the lifting chains
NOTE
Turn off the truck and perform the preliminary
maintenance operations
Lubricating the lifting chains
To ensure that the chains operate correctly,
make sure that they are always sufficiently lu-
bricated.
WARNING
Lubricant reduces friction and protects the chain from
oxidation caused by the environment.
If lubricant is not used or if it is insufficient, the chains
will be noisier (squeaking etc.) and performance will
be reduced.
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For chain lubricant specifications, see the
section "Supply table" in chapter 6. Alterna-
tively, contact the sales network authorised
by the manufacturer.
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Using a clean brush, spread a thin layer of
lubricant along the entire length of the
chain. Lubricate the chain both inside and
outside. This will help the lubricant to pene-
trate the links of the chain.
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If dirt has accumulated on the chain, thor-
oughly clean the lifting chains before lubri-
cating them (see the following instructions).
Cleaning the lift chains
WARNING
There is a risk of accident!
Load chains are safety components.
The use of cold/chemical cleaning agents or fluids
that are corrosive or contain acid or chlorine can
damage the chains and is therefore prohibited.
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Follow the manufacturer's guidelines before using
a cleaning agent.
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Place a collection vessel under the lift mast.
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Clean with paraffin derivatives, such as
benzine.
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Dry the chain with a clean cloth and then lu-
bricate the chain.
ENVIRONMENT NOTE
Dispose of fluid that has been spilled or collec-
ted in the collection vessel in an environmen-
tally-friendly manner. Follow applicable current
regulations
Maintenance
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Regular Service
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