It’s a good idea to maintain your Forklift Wrecker about as often as you service your forklift, about every 90 days.
Though the Forklift Wrecker requires very little maintenance, it’s always worth it to give your product a once-over and make sure everything is working as it should. If you’re already servicing your forklift, it’s easy to add in an extra 5-10 minutes to make sure your Forklift Wrecker is in good shape too. Here are a few things to look for when you complete your regular service routine:
When looking your Forklift Wrecker over, be sure to pay special attention to its moving parts, like the C-hooks and the bolts that hold it. When necessary, lubricate those moving parts and bolts to ensure that your Forklift Wrecker is operating smoothly.
Double-check that the bolts on the C-hooks and on the fork pockets are secure. Constant motion and driving around rugged terrain can occasionally cause those bolts to loosen up. A simple turn of the wrench will get them back where they belong.
The last step is to just check the springs. The spring holding C-hooks or tire grid open should be doing its job; C-hooks should be wide enough that you can easily slip them under the tires of a vehicle waiting to be towed. Also double-check the springs holding the T-bar to the Forklift Wrecker boom. Again, the springs shouldn’t be stretched out, and they should be keeping adequate tension between the two components.
In general, the best way to care for your Forklift Wrecker is the same way you care for your forklift. The Forklift Wrecker doesn’t require much special maintenance, but there are a few things to keep in mind:
To get the most out of your Forklift Wrecker, make sure you’re storing it somewhere safe and out of the elements. It’s best to store the Forklift Wrecker in a garage or warehouse, but any covered area will do, so long as the attachment and your forklift are protected from extreme temperatures and precipitation.
For the safe care of your forklift and the Forklift Wrecker, make sure the forks of your forklift are always lowered when the Forklift Wrecker is not in use, and ensure that the forklift’s parking brake is engaged. It’s also a good idea to remove the key from the forklift’s ignition whenever you’re not using it. This helps keep everyone at your facility safe.
Never let anyone operate the Forklift Wrecker who is not familiar with the attachment or who is not certified and trained to drive a forklift. Forklifts are powerful, useful machines, but they can be dangerous when used improperly. To ensure you get the most out of both your forklift and Forklift Wrecker, and to make sure you’re keeping everyone safe, only allow certified, trained employees to operate the Forklift Wrecker.
