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XRM945
Functional Tests
Warning
Perform a pre-operation inspection and
functional tests at the beginning of each
work shift. Perform the pre-operation
inspection of the forklift first. DO NOT
perform the pre-operation inspection with the engine
running or hot. Contact with moving or heated parts
can cause injury or death.
Perform the pre-operation inspection
and functional tests in an open area.
Inspections and functional tests may
require assistance. Keep the assistant
visible and a safe distance from the forklift to prevent
injury or death.
Remove forklift from service and place "Do
Not Operate" tags on the Starter switch
and steering wheel if anything is found
to be in need of repair or maintenance,
defective, or unsafe in any way.
The safety, efficiency, and service life of your reach
forklift will be increased by performing functional
tests at the beginning of each shift. If any of the items
in the functional tests are not operating properly or
within set tolerances, stop the forklift, follow proper
shut down procedures, tag the forklift with "Do Not
Operate" tags, and have a qualified mechanic service
or repair the forklift before placing it into service
again.
For information call (800) 497-1704
Functional Test Checklist
Operate the boom control handle forward and
backward to raise and lower boom.
Operate the boom control handle left and right to
extend and retract boom.
Operate the attachment tilt and frame sway control
handle forward and backward to tilt attachment up
and down.
Operate the attachment tilt and frame sway control
handle left and right to sway frame left and right.
Operate the auxiliary attachment control lever (if a
hydraulic attachment is being used).
Turn worklights off and on.
Press the horn button to sound horn.
Place the travel select lever in reverse to sound the
backup alarm.
Operate the forklift in forward and reverse.
Test the gear select lever while operating the forklift in
forward and reverse.
Test the service and parking brakes.
Apply the service brake pedal after the forklift
begins to move and the forklift should stop
immediately.
Apply the parking brake. The forklift should not
move unless the parking brake is released.
Test each steering function. Operate the forklift
in forward and reverse at low idle speed and turn
the steering wheel approximately 1/4 turn in each
direction.
Align the wheels and set the Steering Select switch
to crab steering.
Align the wheels and set the Steering Select switch
to 2 wheel (2W) steering.
Align the wheels and set the Steering Select switch
to 4 wheel (4W) steering.
Check gauges after the engine warms to the proper
operating range.
Check the voltage gauge. The voltage gauge
should read between 11 to 15 Volts.
Check the engine coolant temperature gauge. The
engine coolant temperature gauge should read
between 180 to 200°F.
Check the engine oil pressure gauge. The engine oil
pressure gauge should read between 40 to 80 PSI.
Check the fuel gauge and make sure the fuel gauge
reads between 1/2 to Full. Fill the fuel tank if fuel
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