Key points for the use and maintenance of electric forklifts in rainy season to reduce equipment failures

In the rainy season, high humidity in the air and high water accumulation on the road make it a high-risk period for electric forklift failures. Doing a good job in operation specification control and daily maintenance can effectively reduce problems such as circuit short circuit and component corrosion, reduce the probability of equipment failure, and ensure operation efficiency and safety.

Precautions for the use of electric forklifts in rainy season

Safety inspection before operation. Before each departure, it is necessary to check the sensitivity of the braking system and the wear of the tire pattern to confirm that the tire grip meets the operation requirements. At the same time, check whether the lights and wipers can work normally to ensure a clear field of vision in rainy days. Also check whether the car body shell is cracked or damaged to avoid hidden dangers caused by rainwater seeping into the internal structure of the equipment.

Operational specifications for the operation process. When encountering water on the road surface, it is necessary to judge the depth of water accumulation first. When the water level exceeds one-third of the wheel hub, it is forbidden to force passage to prevent water accumulation from entering the battery compartment and motor compartment and causing short-circuit failures. During driving, the speed of the vehicle should be appropriately reduced to avoid emergency braking and sharp turns to prevent the vehicle from slipping and rollover. When the open-air operation encounters heavy rainfall, the vehicle should be transferred to the sheltered area as soon as possible to avoid prolonged rain.

Daily maintenance points of electric forklift in rainy season

Moisture-proof maintenance of the circuit system. After the daily operation, dry the water stains on the surface of the car body in time, and focus on checking whether the battery terminals and motor wiring are damp or oxidized. If rust is found, it should be cleaned up in time to avoid poor contact. The garage where the vehicle is parked should be kept ventilated and dry. Do not park the vehicle in a humid and closed space for a long time. You can also regularly use dry compressed air to blow away dust and moisture at the circuit interface to reduce the risk of moisture.

Anti-rust treatment of car body and parts. During the rainy season, the lubrication frequency of transmission parts such as chains and bearings should be appropriately increased. Before each lubrication, the moisture on the surface of the parts should be dried to avoid rust caused by moisture being wrapped in lubricating oil. For the location of paint peeling on the surface of the car body, anti-rust paint should be reapplied in time to avoid long-term erosion of rain that causes rust spots to expand and affect the structural strength of the car body.

Power unit special project maintenance. Check the seal of the battery compartment once a week to confirm that the sealing strip is not aging and cracking to prevent water from seeping into the compartment. If there are water stains on the surface of the battery, wipe it with a dry rag to keep the surface dry to avoid leakage and running electricity. At the same time, check the electrolyte level of the battery regularly to ensure that the parameters are within the normal range.

Implementing the above points of use and maintenance can effectively reduce the failure rate of electric forklifts in the rainy season, prolong the service life of the equipment, and also ensure the safety of personnel during operation and reduce unnecessary operation and maintenance costs.