FORKLIFT OR CRANE

TM 5-2420-224-20-1

Table 2-1. Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (Cont)

NOTE: Within designated interval, these checks are to be performed in the order listed.

INTERVAL DEFINITIONS

Q-Quarterly

S-Semiannually

A-Annually

Interval

Item

Item to be Inspected:

No.

Procedure: Check for and have repaired, filled, or adjusted as needed.

FORKLIFT OR CRANE

WARNING

Prior to initial use, new, extensively repaired, or altered forklift or crane must be

load tested to prevent injury to personnel.

NOTE

Forklift or crane idle for 1 month or more, but less than 6 months, will be inspected

under a Daily Inspection Criteria. Forklift or crane idle for 6 months or more will be

inspected under a Periodic Inspection Criteria.

Inspections and testing of forklift or crane will be in accordance with TB 43-0142,

dated 14 Jun 82 with Change 2, dated 4 Nov 86, Safety Inspection and Testing of

Lifting Devices.

Unit maintenance personnel, assisted by operator/crew personnel, will conduct periodic

inspections in accordance with TB 43-0142 with Change 2.

VEHICLE EXTERIOR

a. Thoroughly inspect for evidence of corrosion damage such as blistered paint,

rust-through, or other evidence of damage in accordance with TB 43-0213.

b. Check that following items are in place and in serviceable condition:

Fasteners

Hinges

Panels

Stowage Box Doors

Check all data plates to ensure legibility.

d. Inspect cab glass, doors, panels, fenders, and brackets for damage.

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