Most of the parts you'll need to keep an eye on are found in the underbelly of the unit. We want to give you practical instructions on how to safely to get to the underside of your pallet jack for two reasons. First, let's get rid of a potential excuse to put off the inspection for lack of know-how. Second, because the breaking toes, twisting of wrists or damaging of the pallet jack defeats the goal to support your bottom line. (No one wants a Worker's Comp Claim).
The best way to turn over your pallet jack and expose the undercarriage keeps you and your equipment safe. We've created a line of instructional 'How To' videos and below you'll find a link to one on safely flipping over a manual pallet jack.
YouTube - How to flip your jack.
Once you have it turned over and still have full use of all your fingers and toes the next question is "What should I be looking for?"
Start with the Pallet Jack Wheel Inspection (Load and Steer)
Measure the Wheel diameters. Are they worn down 0.25” or more from new? (I.e. 3” diameter load wheel worn to 2.75” or 7” diameter steer wheel worn to 6.75”)
Is there excessive debris embedded in the wheel tread or chunks of the polyurethane tread material missing?
Are there strings or other material wound around the axle preventing the wheel from turning freely?
Do you see visible cracking of the steer wheel hub around the bearing?
Always replace both load wheels or steer wheels even if only one wheel meets the
criteria for replacement.
Inspect the entry rollers. If they do not turn freely or are visibly damaged, replace.
We recommend performing the above inspection every 6 months
Be sure to check out Generic Parts Service YouTube channel for more 'How To' Videos:
Remove load wheels
Install load wheels
Replace the load wheels on a pallet jack
Turn the manual jack back upright
Replace the steer wheels on a manual pallet jack
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