Still RX70-40, Original Instructions Manual

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Maintenance
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1000-hour maintenance/yearly maintenance
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Checking the fork arms
CAUTION
Fork arms must not be uneven!
– Always replace both fork arms.
– Check the fork arms (1) for visible deforma-
tion and excessive wear.
No cracks or deformations must be visible on
the fork arms in the area around the fork bend.
Wear must not amount to more than 10% of
the original thickness.
– Check that the locking screws (2) are
present and securely attached.
– Replace any worn or deformed fork arms.
Check the condition and correct operation of
the fork latch:
– Move the locking lever (3) into a vertical
position.
It must be possible to move the fork arm.
– Move the locking lever into a horizontal
position.
The latch must engage in a recess on the fork
carriage. It must not be possible to move the
fork arm.
– Replace faulty fork latches.
Checking the hydraulic oil level
CAUTION
Hydraulic oils are hazardous to your health and are
under pressure during operation.
– Observe the safety regulations for working
with hydraulic oils; see ⇒ Chapter "Hydraulic
fluid", P. 2-45.
– Park the truck securely; see ⇒ Chap-
ter "Parking the truck securely and switch-
ing it off", P. 4-144.
– Open the side cover. See chapter entitled
"Opening the side cover".
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