The kind of vehicle normally found in warehouses, factories and various work locations where moving heavy materials from one location to another is required is called a forklift. The mast is the mechanism located on the front of the forklift that hydraulically lowers and raises the load. The "cat" is the protected area where the driver of the forklift sits.
Forklifts are capable of lifting loads between one and five tons in weight. Some models could be used to lift shipping containers and loads that are much heavier.
The tires of a forklift must be checked and maintained frequently. The kinds of tires on various forklifts differ according to factors such as ground surfaces, frequency of use and load weights. Every forklift driver should have access to tire press, replacement tires and a forklift jack.
Tire Maintenance Instructions
Perform tire inspections regularly. Watch for signs of damage and wear to the tires. If the wear on the tire exceeds 40 percent, it must be replaced.
When you buy tires, be certain you buy the right kind - pneumatic, polyurethane or solid.
When you have to replace the tires, the forklift jack must be positioned under the tire. You could easily change the tires if you raise the forklift high enough.
In order to remove the damaged tire, pull the tire from the rim using the tire press. Install the new tire and properly secure it. If you are changing more than one tire and you have just one jack, lower the forklift, and afterward reposition the jack at the next tire.
On-site tire repair can be performed by a repair company. If the tire is too big for both in-house and mobile tire presses, the tire that is damaged should be transported to a shop that has a stationary tire press.