Hyster-Yale Lift Truck GLP050VXEURE086

If the lift truck has an LPG fuel system, see one of the following Service Manuals to remove the LPG tank and bracket, before removing the coun terweight, and for additional information on the LPG fuel systems

Install a lifting eye in the lift hole of the counter-weight. Connect a crane to the lifting eye and raise the crane until it holds part of the weight of the counterweight. Remove the tow pin and remove the capscrew that holds the counterweight to the frame. Use the crane to lift the counterweight from the lift truck. Put counterweight on the floor so that it has stability and will not fall over. Take care not to damage exhaust or cooling components

Make sure the seals are on the counterweight

Use a crane to install the counterweight on the lift truck. When the counterweight is installed, make sure the hooks on the frame fully engage the coun terweight so it is aligned with the parts of the frame. Install and tighten the M24 x 3 capscrew to 555 Nem (409 Ibf ft)

Install tow pin and roll pin. See Tow Pin, Remove and Install for procedures

If lift truck is equipped with an overhead exhaust system, install the overhead exhaust pipe. See the section Exhaust System Repair for the procedures;

WARNING! LPG can cause an explosion. DO NOT cause sparks or permit flammable material near the LPG system. LPG fuel systems can be disconnected indoors only if the lift truck is at least 8 m (26 ff) from any open flame, motor vehicles, electrical equipments, or ignition source

For lift trucks equipped with an LPG fuel system, close the shutoff valve on the tank and run engine until all fuel is gone and engine stops

Remove the floor mat and floor plate

WARNING! DO NOT remove the radiator cap from the radiator when the engine is hot. When the radiator cap is removed, the pressure is released from the system

If the system is hot, the steam and boiling coolant can cause burns

Let coolant cool to ambient temperature. Place a drain pan with a capacity greater than the capacity of the cooling system under radiator. Remove radiator cap

CAUTION! Disposal of lubricants and fluids must meet local environmental regulations

Open the drain plug or disconnect the bottom radiator hose to drain coolant from radiator and engine

Slide seat to the closest position to steering column

Fully tilt steering column forward

It your truck is equipped with an LPG tank, swing tank off to the side

Raise latch on the left, front corner of the hood to unlatch and lift up hood

Remove floor mat and floor plate

Remove two capscrews holding left and right rear side covers to the frame. Remove rear side covers from frame

Remove two capscrews holding left and right fender covers to front overhead guard leg. Remove covers

Remove four capscrews holding left and right front side covers to frame. Remove covers

The seat belt, hip restraint brackets, seat and mounting. hood, and latches are all part of the operator restraint system. Each item must be checked to make sure it is attached securely, functions correctly, and is in good condition

The seat beit must fasten securely. Make sure the seat belt extends and retracts smoothly and is not frayed or torn. If the seat belt is damaged or does not operate properly, it must be replaced

NOTE: Lift trucks produced after November 2005 are equipped with the Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) style seat belt

When the ELR style seat belt is properly buckled across the operator, the belt will permit slight operator repositioning without activating the locking mechanism. If the truck tips, travels off a dock, or comes to a sudden stop. the locking mechanism will be activated and hold the operator's lower torso in the seat

A seat belt that is damaged worn or does not operate properly will not provide protection when it is needed

The end of the belt must fasten correctly in the latch

The seat belt must be in good condition. Replace the seat belt if damage or wear is seen

NOTE: The following seat belt operation checks must be performed three times before replacing the seat belt assembly

With the hood closed and in the locked position, pull the seat belt slowly from the retractor assembly. Make sure the seat belt pulls out and retracts smoothly. It the seat belt cannot be pulled from the retractor assembly or the belt will not retract, replace the seat belt assembly

WARNING! DO NOT operate the lift truck without the overhead guard correctly fastened to the lift truck

WARNING! DO NOT weld mounts for lights or accessories to legs of the overhead guard. Changes that are made by welding, or by drilling holes that are too big or in the wrong location, can reduce the strength of the overhead guard

See your dealer for Yale lift trucks BEFORE performing any changes to the overhead guard

No welding or drilling on legs of overhead guard is permitted as per previous WARNING

Is the lifting device connected to the overhead guard?

Is the lift point as close to the center of the overhead guard?

Is the air intake hose disconnected from the elbow?

Are any wires between the frame and the overhead guard disconnected?

Are the two cap-screws located under the hood inside the engine compartment removed?