To provide a thorough overview of the forklift, three types of forklift manuals are available. Each manual is geared toward a unique audience, but all have a goal of keeping your forklift dependable and safe. Selecting a Forklift Manual Forklift operator manual: This manual provides the operator with an overview of the forklift’s features and […]
ProLift is a full-service Toyota Forklift dealer, covering areas of Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, and West Virginia. We can help you source forklift manuals for your Toyota Forklift, including its forklift parts manual. Toyota Forklift Parts Manual FAQ How can I order a forklift parts manual? To order, contact a ProLift parts specialist and provide […]
Forklift masts are basic components of a forklift, but depending on your warehouse design, it’s important you have the correct mast type. There are four basic types of forklift masts: standard, duplex, triple stage and quad. Before purchasing your forklift, whether new or used, research the measurements required for your warehouse and daily operation. Forklift […]
Are you spotting forklift oil on the warehouse floor? Or, is forklift oil being replenished every two weeks to manage a leak? Forklift oil leaks are bothersome and depending on the source of a forklift oil leak, the repair can be expensive. If the leak isn’t resolved easily with a hose or O-ring replacement, the issue […]
Over 300 years ago, Blaise Pascal, a French scientist, discovered the principle behind hydraulics. He found due to the fact that liquid cannot be compressed, when pressure was put on a confined liquid the liquid transmitted the same pressure in all directions. If a container holding liquid has an outlet for the liquid to escape, […]
Before every work shift, forklift operators are required to perform a pre-shift inspection. One item of focus is the brakes. Malfunction of the forklift brakes can result in serious damage, injury or death, making regular inspection a must. Forklift Brake Inspection While an operator’s inspection is limited, basic functionality can be tested. It is important […]
What is a stealthy forklift? And, do you have one in your warehouse? A stealthy forklift is a quiet forklift not equipped with the same warning safety devices as other machines in the same environment. For example, in a fleet of forklifts, you may discover some have flashing beacon lights while some have back-up alarms. […]
Forklift forks must support at least two thirds of the load’s length. So, if an operator handles 6 ft. square crates, the minimum legal fork length requirement would be 4 ft. Fork extensions can be utilized to quickly lengthen the forks but depending on a company’s load demands, longer forks offer a safer alternative. Fork […]
A forklift feature designed to decrease wear and tear on forklift brakes, forklift plugging gives operators the ability to change direction of a forklift with an accelerator pedal and directional selector. Forklift plugging is also referred to as regenerative braking, regen or switch-back. Plugging on an Electric Forklift versus Engine Powered Forklift Engine powered forklifts […]
If your forklift is battery powered, it is very likely that plugging is a good practice, but engine powered forklifts should not be plugged. Forklift plugging, also known as regenerative braking, regen or switch-back, allows operators to change direction of the forklift using only the directional controller and accelerator pedal. By eliminating the use of […]
It’s easy to assume forklift tire maintenance will be manageable and budget-friendly; however, unless the tire experiences major damage, forklift tire replacement is often overlooked. Regularly evaluating your forklift tires for replacement will help decrease accidents and operator fatigue. How To Evaluate Forklift Tires Forklift Tires: Chunking When a forklift tire loses part of its […]
What type of forklift tire is best suited for my application? Some forklifts use only a specific tire, but if restrictions are not an issue, it is important to know the best forklift tire options for your application. Forklift Cushion Tires Cushion tired forklifts have a tire that is made by bonding rubber to a […]
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