Toyota Pallet Trucks 6TB50 : Scheduled Maintenance Daily or Every Eight (8) Operating Hours

Battery

• Check cleanliness and exterior condition. See “Battery Exterior Cleaning” on page 6-9.

• Check the charge.

• Check the weight.

• Make sure there are solid electrical connections and no damage.

• Check the connector. Make sure all powered functions are shut down when disconnected.

• Make sure battery is properly installed.

• Check the battery gates (if so equipped) for bending or cracks. Replace if necessary.

• Check the “free play” of the battery. Make sure the battery does not move more than 1/2 in. (13mm).

Brake

• Check that the control handle returns to the vertical position when released.

• Check that travel is cut out and the brake is applied when the control handle is within 10° of the fully raised or lowered position.

Forks

• Inspect for damage, bending, cracking, or signs of unauthorized modification.

• Check for minimum thickness.

Hydraulic System

• Check hydraulic connections and hoses for leaks.

Lift Items

• Inspect lift cylinders for damage or leaks.

• Check lift cylinder yokes and lift stop bolts.

Switches

• Check that each switch controls the assigned function.

• Check for intermittent switch operation.

Wheels

• Inspect the condition of the drive wheel and load wheels.

• Remove any steel chips and foreign material to prevent damage to the wheels.

• Check for gouging and chunking of the surface.

General Operation

• Check that the horn operates when you press the horn button. (Battery must be connected.)

• Check the speed and directional controls.

• Check the hour meter (optional). It must operate when the key is turned ON and the handle is in the operating position.

• Check the steering operation.

• Check the lift/lower functions.

• Check all other components and hardware, inspecting for looseness as necessary.

• Check the operation of the emergency reverse switch.

NOTE: List repairs and report any damage to the supervisor or maintenance personnel.