Hydraulic forklifts, especially manual hydraulic forklifts (also known as "ground oxen" or "manual hydraulic pallet trucks"), are a type of dual-purpose vehicle for high lifting, loading and unloading, and short distance transportation. They are characterized by easy operation, flexibility, efficiency, and low cost, and are widely used in various industries such as warehousing and logistics, production and manufacturing, supermarket retail, and logistics distribution. The following is a detailed introduction to hydraulic forklifts:

1、 Main components and functions

Handle: A device used by operators to control the flow of hydraulic oil. By pushing or pulling the handle, the inlet and outlet of hydraulic oil are controlled, thereby adjusting the action of the hydraulic cylinder and achieving the lifting and lowering of the fork.

Hydraulic cylinder: The power source of a manual hydraulic forklift relies on the action of hydraulic oil to drive the piston up and down, thereby pushing the fork up and down.

Frame: The main structure of a manual hydraulic forklift, responsible for supporting and carrying the weight of the entire forklift and the loads generated during operation, ensuring the stability of the forklift during handling.

Wheels: The moving parts of a forklift, typically including the front and rear wheels. The front wheels are usually steering wheels, while the rear wheels are fixed wheels. Through a well-designed wheel system, forklifts can flexibly turn in various narrow working environments, ensuring stable driving.

Fork: Used to support and transport goods, usually including adjustable fork arms. By adjusting the height and width of the fork arms, it can adapt to different sizes and weights of goods, ensuring safe and accurate handling.

2、 Operation steps

Pre use safety check:

Confirm whether there is any leakage in the hydraulic cylinder, ensure that the hydraulic system operates normally and there is no fluid leakage.

Confirm that the wheels rotate smoothly without any jamming or abnormal noise. Thoroughly inspect the surroundings of the wheels, promptly remove any tangled foreign objects, and prevent safety hazards caused by obstruction of operation.

If any of the above inspections fail, the use of the equipment should be immediately stopped until the fault is resolved and confirmed to be safe and error free through further verification.

Operation process:

Pressing: Place the control handle in the downward position, then lightly press the directional lever to activate the forklift pressing mechanism. During this process, it is essential to ensure that the weight of the goods carried does not exceed the maximum load limit specified by the forklift.

Handling: After the goods are smoothly lifted off the ground, adjust the control handle to the middle position in a timely manner, and the forklift enters the dragging mode. During the transportation process, it is necessary to maintain a constant speed and avoid running or sudden acceleration.

Unloading: After arriving at the designated location, the control handle needs to be moved up to the release position to gradually release the pressure of the forklift until the goods touch the ground smoothly. This step requires careful operation to prevent the goods from tilting or slipping.

3、 Tips for improving operational efficiency

Master effective pushing techniques:

Two handed operation: Use both hands to operate the handle for better control of lifting and driving, reducing fatigue on one hand and improving overall stability and accuracy of the operation.

Uniform pushing: When pushing the forklift, maintaining a stable pushing force and uniform speed can avoid sudden acceleration or deceleration, reduce the burden on the hydraulic system, and improve efficiency.

Optimize the layout of the workspace:

Goods stacking and path planning: Goods should be placed reasonably according to their frequency of use, with commonly used items close to the work site to reduce forklift travel distance. At the same time, plan the work channels reasonably to ensure that operators can quickly enter and exit the work area.

Avoid narrow passages: Try to avoid stacking items in narrow passages to reduce time waste and risks when forklifts enter and exit.

Improve load handling efficiency:

Correct load placement: Goods should be placed as close as possible to the centerline of the forklift to ensure load balance.

Prioritize handling goods of moderate weight: Operators should prioritize handling goods of moderate weight rather than overweight items. Moderate load can accelerate handling speed and reduce pressure on hydraulic systems and forklift structures.

Reasonably choose the lifting height of the fork:

Accurate adjustment of lifting height: When transporting goods, the lifting height of the fork should be kept within a suitable range as much as possible. Excessive lifting not only wastes time, but also increases the instability of the forklift's center of gravity.

Avoid empty lifting: It is not necessary to raise the fork too high when empty. Controlling the height of the fork to match the height of the cargo can improve driving stability and operational efficiency.

Improve the efficiency of starting and stopping:

Smooth start and stop: When starting and stopping, the operator should try to avoid sudden braking and acceleration. A smooth start and stop can reduce the vibration and impact of the forklift, extend its service life, and also reduce damage to the hydraulic system.

Prepare parking location in advance: During the transportation process, operators should observe the parking location in advance, plan the parking path and space, and reduce repeated adjustments during the parking process.

4、 Key points for daily maintenance and upkeep

Hydraulic system:

Hydraulic oil inspection: Regularly check the hydraulic oil level and quality, replace or supplement if necessary, to ensure system efficiency and reliability.

Hydraulic pump and valve: Check the working status, no oil leakage or abnormal noise, regularly lubricate moving parts.

Wheel and support system:

Wheel maintenance: Regularly clean and inspect the wear of wheels, replace damaged wheels, and ensure safe and stable driving.

Wheel axle lubrication: Regularly lubricate the wheels and support system bearings to reduce wear and improve operational efficiency.

Fork frame and fork arm:

Integrity check: Regularly check the integrity and safety of the fork frame and fork arm, repair or replace damaged parts.

Fork arm deformation recognition: Regularly check the symmetry and straightness of the fork arm to avoid operational risks caused by deformation.

Handle and operating device:

Handle inspection: Ensure the flexibility of the handle, without any jamming or malfunction that may affect the accuracy of operation.

Valves and operating rods: Check for smooth operation, regularly lubricate valves, and maintain efficient system operation.

5、 Safety precautions for use

Principle of single person operation: Manual hydraulic handling vehicles should be operated by only one person. When multiple people cooperate, a designated person in charge should be assigned to command and ensure coordinated operation.

Load limit: When loading, the handling vehicle must strictly comply with the load limit, and overloading, unbalanced loading, or single fork operation are prohibited.

Avoid static overloading: It is forbidden to leave manual hydraulic transport vehicles idle for a long time after being overloaded, in order to avoid damage or safety hazards to the vehicle.

Prohibiting high-altitude littering: It is strictly prohibited to directly throw goods from a high place onto the transport vehicle to avoid damage to the vehicle or goods.

Smooth Forking: The forklift fork must be fully inserted under the shelf, and only after the goods are smoothly lifted can they be pulled to ensure the safety and stability of the handling process.

Supporting loose goods: When loading unstable or loosely packaged goods, personnel should be arranged to support them to prevent them from slipping or tipping during transportation.

Low level handling: When handling high objects and low loads, the forks should be placed as low as possible to reduce the risk of goods falling.

Avoid physical contact: During operation, it is strictly prohibited to place any part of the body near the mechanical lifting components of the transport vehicle, on the loaded goods, or under the forks to prevent accidents.

Control speed: During operation, the speed should be moderate and not exceed 3 kilometers per hour (the normal walking speed for adults is 5 kilometers per hour). When turning, it is especially necessary to slow down.

Avoid slope operation: It is strictly prohibited to operate the transport vehicle on inclined slopes or steep slopes. If it must be used on a slope, the operator should stand on the side of the transport vehicle to prevent inertia from causing loss of control and hitting people.

No manned sliding: Manual hydraulic handling vehicles are strictly prohibited from carrying people or freely sliding on landslides to avoid serious accidents.

Clear line of sight: When the operator's line of sight is obstructed, it is strictly prohibited to carry out the operation to ensure safety.

Ground conditions: Do not use the transport vehicle on muddy or uneven ground. When using, pay attention to the passage and environment to avoid colliding with others, equipment, or other items.

Storage regulations: When the handling vehicle is not in use, the forks should be lowered to the lowest position empty and stored in a designated location to keep the vehicle clean and safe.

Regular maintenance: The operators of the transport vehicle need to regularly maintain it, and department managers should arrange regular inspections or repairs to ensure good vehicle performance.

Damage handling: Damaged handling vehicles must be repaired or scrapped in a timely manner, and it is strictly prohibited to work with problems to ensure operational safety and production efficiency.

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