Thursday, April 28, 2016

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.)



For more information email or call us today (800)331-0839.


Thursday, April 21, 2016

Uline H-1043, H-1366, H-1193, H-1484 Parts Support

We now have prepackaged load wheel kits for your Uline Pallet Jacks! These wheel kits contain two load wheels, bearings, axles, and fasteners. Everything you need to replace your load wheels!

Keep your jack rolling with a new set of load wheels.

Did you know...

A pallet jack does not consume oil, even after a few years it won't be necessary to add oil. The only way a pallet jack loses fluid is through broken seals. 

Part # GWK-1043-LW

Load wheel kit

















Part # UE H-1043-BK100

Hydraulic unit seal kit
















What other replacement parts do you regularly stock?

Thursday, April 14, 2016

Steer Wheels and Axle Inspection Lift-Rite L-50

For your Big/Joe Lift-Rite L-50 manual pallet jack we recommend inspecting the steer wheel and axle before each use. Steer wheels should be free of flat spots and large pieces of embedded material.
Indicators for when steer wheel replacement is necessary:

  • Chips in the wheel
  • Not turning freely
  • Rubs traverse
  • Worn more than 1/4"

Note:
If the steer wheel rubs the bottom of the traverse, check for the correct installation of the snap ring underneath the traverse. Replace if it is worn more than 1/4" from the normal outside diameter.

Removal

Steer wheels - Turn the jack on its side and remove the hubcap. Remove the snap ring for the newer style or the roll pin for the older style that fastens the steer wheels to the axle. 
(10 mins.)

Steer wheel axle - Turn the jack on its side and remove the steer wheel. Drive out the roll pin that fastens the axle to the stem of the hydraulic unit and slide the axle out. (15 mins.)

Installation

Steer wheel axle - Slide the axle into the stem of the hydraulic unit and fasten with roll pin. Install the steer wheels. (10 mins.)

Steer wheels - Slide the wheels onto the axle and secure with fasteners (snap rings for the newer style or roll pins for the older style). (10 mins.)



Line drawings available for this unit. Email or call us for your parts (800)331-0839.




Thursday, April 7, 2016

CAT NPP 60 Electric Pallet Jack Parts Support

For your CAT NPP 40 electric lift truck we have replacement load and caster wheel assemblies available. Wheel assemblies are complete with bearings.

Did you know...

Interrupting a charge cycle on your forklift battery cause damage and waste one of your charge cycles.

Part # CT 1029602-A

Load wheel assembly














Part # CT 1009309

Caster wheel assembly

















What other parts do you regularly stock for your electric lift trucks?



Thursday, March 31, 2016

Seal kits for repairing your hydraulic unit

Looking to rebuild the hydraulic unit on your manual pallet jack?

Below are outlined the differences between a super seal kit, standard and slim seal kit. 




















Super seal kits contain all parts that are included in a standard seal kit, as well as the most commonly needed parts beyond the standard seal kit to do a complete hydraulic unit rebuild.

Standard seal kits have all of the parts included in the manufacturers' standard seal kit.

Slim seal kits include only the most essential and commonly replaced seals. A cost saving option if you know what you need. A Standard or Super seal kit is a better choice if a complete hydraulic unit rebuild is necessary.


Rebuild hydraulic unit program also available. Email or call us today (800)331-0839!









Thursday, March 24, 2016

Prime Mover SMX45 Electric Low-Lift Pallet Truck

For your Prime Mover SMX45 electric lift truck we have prepackaged load wheel kits that include all the necessary hardware for wheel replacement.

Did you know...

Under inflated tires cause poor performance which can cause accidents. Keep a gauge handy and check your forklift tire pressure once per week.

Part # GWK-SMX45-LW

Load wheel kit














Part # PR 313799-001

Battery charger, 24 v














What other high wear items would you like to see us make for this unit?

Thursday, March 17, 2016

BT Prime Mover PMX Walkie Pallet Truck

For your BT Prime Mover PMX walkie pallet truck we have load wheel assemblies, axles and drive tires available. 

Did you know...

In 1906 battery powered lift trucks were introduced. The use of powered lift trucks increased greatly due to the labor shortages caused by the war.



Load wheel assembly















Poly drive tire




















How often do you exchange load wheels on your electric lift truck?

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