Yale A245, Operating Manual

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CAUTION
Do not permit dirt to enter the hydraulic system when
oil is added.
NOTE: There is no filter on this hydraulic system. There is
a screen on the pump inlet. This screen must be cleaned
each time the tank is removed for repairs.
CAUTION
Never operate the pump without oil in the hydraulic
system. Operation of the hydraulic pump without oil
will damage it.
WARNING
DO NOT try to locate hydraulic leaks by putting hands
on pressurized hydraulic lines. Hydraulic oil can be
injected into the body by pressure. Clean oil spills from
the floor.
Lifting Mechanism
1. Raise the forks slowly without a load. Check for smooth
operation and mechanical interference. Mechanical interfer-
ence is caused by damaged or worn linkage.
2. Check for damaged or worn linkage bushings or shafts.
3. Check for missing or loose shaft pins.
4. Check load wheels and support bearings, shafts, and
shaft pins for wear, damage, or missing parts.
Controls
Check that all controls operate as described in Table 1 .
WARNING
If any function does not operate or operates incor-
rectly, report the faulty operation immediately. DO NOT
operate the lift truck until the problem is corrected. Put
a tag on the control handle or delivery handle stating
DO NOT OPERATE. Remove the key and disconnect
the battery.
WARNING
Do the following checks in an area that is clear of other
personnel or equipment
1. Check the operation of the key switch . Functions should
not operate with the key in the OFF position except the
steering and brakes. Turn the key to the ON position.
Release the brake. The horn, hydraulic system, and trac-
tion system should not be operational.
Maintenance
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