Forklift Maintenance
Electric Forklifts
Electric-powered forklifts are most commonly used indoors in warehouses.
Electric-powered forklifts are most commonly used indoors in warehouses.
They produce zero emissions, virtually eliminate the hazard of carbon monoxide poisoning, and run more quietly than internal combustion forklifts. However, they present other serious hazards that must be addressed.
Recharging Electric Forklifts
Electric forklifts are powered by large lead-acid batteries, which must be routinely charged.
The hazards and recommended practices for charging and changing batteries are reviewed below. Requirements and recommended practices include:
- Designate an area for the purpose of battery charging.
- Make sure that the forklift is charged before using.
- Recognize that heavy loads drain the battery more.
Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.
7-1. Electric forklifts are powered by _____.
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