Traverse Inspection Lift-Rite L-50 and L-50 CHEP (4 way)

If you own or use a Lift-Rite L-50 manual pallet jack, we recommend a traverse inspection before each use. Often, wear can occur on the bearing shoulder (the point where the shoulder bolt attaches to the lifting link) and cause egg-shaped or oblong damage to the traverse requiring replacement.

Removal
Turn the jack onto its side and remove the steer wheel assembly (see Steer Wheels and Axle). Remove the snap ring under the traverse and turn the jack upright. Be careful lowering the stem of the hydraulic unit onto the ground. Pump the jack up to gain access to and remove the bolt that fastens the lift ram to the frame. Pull the hydraulic unit away from the frame and out of the traverse. Remove the shoulder bolts and the traverse.(15-25 mins.)

Installation
Attach the traverse to the lifting link with its shoulder bolts. Slide the hydraulic unit into the traverse, with the washers and lower thrust bearing already in position on the stem of the hydraulic unit. Position the lift ram and ball under the A-Frame. Tighten the bolt onto the ram to hold the ram in place. Turn the jack onto its side, and install the snap ring onto the stem of the hydraulic unit to hold the traverse in place. Install the steer wheel assembly (see Steer Wheels and Axle). (15-25 mins.)

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