Hyster-Yale Hyster-Yale Electric Reach Truck R30XMS2 R30XMS2

- WARNING! Do not put tools on the battery. Tools on the battery can cause a short circuit and possible damage or injury. The acid in the electrolyte can cause injury. If the electrolyte leaks, use water to flush the area. Make the acid neutral with a solution of sodium bicarbonate (baking soda). Acid in the eyes must be immediately flushed with water

- WARNING! Do NOT put hands, arms, feet, or legs between the battery and a solid object. Batteries are very heavy and can cause an injury. The lift truck and battery stand MUST be on a level surface to remove the battery

- Check the level of the electrolyte daily on a minimum of one cell. Add only distilled water if the cell is low. The correct level is halfway between the top of the plates and the bottom of the fill hole. To check and add water to the cells, the battery must be out of the battery compartment

- Remove the battery as described in How to Change the Battery. Check the battery case, connector, and cables for damage, cracks, or breaks. See the battery dealer in your area to repair any damage. Keep the battery case and the battery compartment clean and painted. Leaks and corrosion from the battery can cause a malfunction in the electric controls of the lift truck

- Use a water and soda solution to clean the battery and the battery compartment. Keep the top of the battery clean, dry, and free of corrosion

- Check that the correct spacer is installed across the mast side of the battery compartment. The spacer must allow the battery to move not more than 13 mm (0.5 in.) toward the front or rear of the compartment

- Check that the battery cannot move more than 13 mm (0.5 in.) across the width of the lift truck. If the battery can move more than the maximum amount, make sure the battery is the correct weight and the correct spacers are installed for that battery

- See your Hyster lift truck dealer for the correct spacers. The correct battery is in Table 4 of Battery Maintenance at the end of this section

- Check that each battery compartment panel fits correctly and is not bent;

Correct operation of the pallet clamp

Put an empty pallet on the forks. With the forks raised so the pallet is supported by the forks, stand on the corners of the pallet farthest from the operator’s platform

Check if the board under the opposite fork does not raise enough to contact the fork

Use multipurpose grease to lubricate the pawls of the pallet clamp

Sign off on the pallet clamp check

WARNING! Never repair damaged forks. Do not heat, weld, or bend forks. Replace damaged forks

Check the attachment points of the forks with a penetrant or magnetic particle inspection

CAUTION! Do not try to correct alignment of the fork tips by bending the forks. Use shims to align the fork tips. Replace damaged forks. Never repair damaged forks by heating or welding

Forks are made of special steel using special procedures. Replace damaged forks. Always replace forks in pairs

Check that the fork tips are aligned within 13 mm (0.5 in.) of each other. Add or remove shims for alignment

Sign off on the forks maintenance

Inspect the welds on the mast and platform for cracks

Make sure the nuts and bolts are tightened

Inspect the channels for wear in the areas where the rollers travel

Inspect the rollers for wear or damage

Inspect the chain anchors and pins for cracks or damage

Check the operation of the brake

If the brake does not hold the lift truck on the grade, the brake needs to be checked by authorized service personnel

Make sure that the steering system operates smoothly and has good steering control

Sign off on the forklift maintenance

Inspect the drive tire and load wheels for damage

Inspect the tread and remove any objects that will cause damage. Smooth any cuts or tears to prevent further damage

Inspect the wheels and caster for loose or missing parts. Remove any wire, strapping, or other material wound around the axles or caster

CAUTION! If the wheels have been removed and installed, check all wheel nuts after 2 to 5 hours of operation.

Tighten the nuts (in a cross pattern) to the correct torque value shown in the Maintenance Schedule table.

When the nuts stay tight after 8 hours, the interval for checking the torque can be extended to 350 hours

Sign off on the tire, wheels, and caster inspection