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5
Operation
Decommissioning
Shutting down and storing the truck
CAUTION
Component damage due to incorrect storage!
If the truck is stored or shut down in an improper
manner for more than two months, it may suffer cor-
rosion damage. If the truck is parked in an ambient
temperature of below -10°C for an extended period,
the batteries will cool down. The electrolyte may
freeze and damage the batteries.
– Store the truck in a dry, clean, frost-free and
well-ventilated environment.
– Implement the following measures before
shutting down.
Measures to be implemented before
shutdown
– Clean the truck thoroughly.
– Fully extend and retract the reach carriage
several times.
– Lift the fork carriage to the stop several
times.
– Tilt the lift mast forwards and backwards
several times and, if fitted, move attachment
repeatedly.
– To relieve the strain on the load chains,
lower the fork onto a suitable supporting
surface, e.g. a pallet.
– Park the truck with all pistons and cylinders
fully retracted.
– Apply a thin layer of oil or grease to all
untreated moving parts.
– Grease the truck.
– Lubricate the joints and controls.
– Lubricate the battery lock.
– Disconnect the battery male connector.
– Check the condition and acid density of
the battery, and service the battery (in
accordance with the battery manufacturer’s
guidelines).
– Service the battery.
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