Lift Truck Frame Maintenance Guide
Lift Truck Frame Maintenance Guide
• DISCONNECT THE BATTERY CONNECTOR before doing any maintenance or repair on electric
lift trucks. Disconnect the battery ground cable on internal combustion lift trucks.
• Always use correct blocks to prevent the unit from rolling or falling. See HOW TO PUT THE LIFT
TRUCK ON BLOCKS in the Operating Manual or the Periodic Maintenance section.
• Keep the unit clean and the working area clean and orderly.
• Always use HYSTER APPROVED parts when making repairs. Replacement parts must meet
or exceed the specifications of the original equipment manufacturer.
• Make sure all nuts, bolts, snap rings, and other fastening devices are removed before using force
to remove parts.
• Always fasten a DO NOT OPERATE tag to the controls of the unit when making repairs, or if the
unit needs repairs.
• Gasoline, Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG), Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), and Diesel fuel are
flammable. Be sure to follow the necessary safety precautions when handling these fuels and
when working on these fuel systems.
• Batteries generate flammable gas when they are being charged. Keep fire and sparks away from
the area. Make sure the area is well ventilated.
NOTE: The following symbols and words indicate safety information in this
manual:
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
minor or moderate injury and property damage.
On the lift truck, the WARNING symbol and word are on orange back-
ground. The CAUTION symbol and word are on yellow background.
Frame Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS
General ............................................................................................................................................................... 1
Description ......................................................................................................................................................... 1
Repairs - General ............................................................................................................................................... 2
Covers, Panels, and Plates................................................................................................................................. 2
Front Frame Panel (Left and Right)............................................................................................................. 2
Operator Compartment Cover ...................................................................................................................... 2
Drive Unit Compartment Door ..................................................................................................................... 3
Door Pad ......................................................................................................................................................... 3
Operator Back Pad ........................................................................................................................................ 4
Side-Stance Models ................................................................................................................................... 4
Forward-Stance Models............................................................................................................................. 4
Operator Front Pad ....................................................................................................................................... 4
Caster Wheel Cover ....................................................................................................................................... 4
Load Wheels ....................................................................................................................................................... 4
Remove ........................................................................................................................................................... 4
Install ............................................................................................................................................................. 5
Overhead Guard Replacement .......................................................................................................................... 6
Remove ........................................................................................................................................................... 9
Install ............................................................................................................................................................. 9
Front Lights ................................................................................................................................................... 9
Bulb Replacement ..................................................................................................................................... 9
Assembly Replacement ............................................................................................................................. 10
Rear Work and Caution Light .................................................................................................................. 11
Caution Light ............................................................................................................................................ 11
Painting Instructions ......................................................................................................................................... 12
Safety Labels Replacement ............................................................................................................................... 13
HYSTER
APPROVED
PARTS
100 SRM 1185 Description
General
WARNING
DO NOT make repairs or adjustments unless
you have been properly trained and specifi-
cally authorized to do so. Repairs and adjust-
ments that are incorrect can create dangerous
operating conditions.
Description
The frame is available in two sizes: small chassis • Electrical System Parts
and large chassis. The small chassis is used for the • Hydraulic System Parts
N30ZDR, N35-40ZR, N30ZDRS, and N35-40ZRS • Door, Floor Plate, Access Panels, and Covers
unit and uses a smaller drive unit. The small chas-
sis frame is available with a 368.3 mm (14.5 in.) or The overhead guard fastens to the mast. A rear op-
419.1 mm (16.5 in.) battery compartment width. erator guard leg provides protection for the operator
The large chassis is used for the N35ZDR and N45ZR and unobstructed operation of the lift truck. The op-
unit and uses a larger drive unit. The large chas- erator guard leg fastens between the overhead guard
sis frame is available with a 419.1 mm (16.5 in.), and the frame. Repair procedures for major compo-
469.9 mm (18.5 in.), or 546.1 mm (21.5 in.) battery nents that fasten to the frame are in separate sec-
compartment width. tions. See each section for the system that has the
part to be repaired.
The frame has mounts for the following parts:
• Mast Assembly
• Steering System Parts
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Covers, Panels, and Plates 100 SRM 1185
Repairs - General
Repair is seldom required on the frame unless the The caster wheel assembly is part of the steering
truck has been structurally damaged. Most truck re- assembly. See the section Steering System 1600
pairs involve removing the system parts that attach SRM 1187 to replace the caster wheel assembly or
to the frame. Refer to the appropriate section for the the caster wheels.
system that needs repair. To separate the mast from To replace the drive wheels or tires, see the section
the frame, refer to the sections Mast, Repair 4000 Periodic Maintenance 8000 SRM 1197.
SRM 1195 and Reach Carriages 4500 SRM 1196.
To replace the load wheels in the base arms, see the
section Periodic Maintenance 8000 SRM 1197 or
Load Wheels in this section.
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100 SRM 1185 Covers, Panels, and Plates
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Load Wheels 100 SRM 1185
OPERATOR BACK PAD frame as removed, and reinstall the operator com-
partment cover.
Side-Stance Models
OPERATOR FRONT PAD
Remove the five socket head capscrews retaining pad
to the adjuster mechanism and remove the pad. Remove the operator compartment cover from the lift
truck. See Operator Compartment Cover. Remove
To install, position the back pad onto the adjuster the screws securing the pad brackets to the frame.
mechanism and loosely install the five socket head Pull the top of the pad away from the frame and then
capscrews as removed. Verify that the back pad seats lift the pad from the lower retaining clips.
properly to the adjuster mechanism and tighten to
secure as removed. To install, position the lower pad brackets into the
retaining clips. Position the upper end of the pad to
Forward-Stance Models the frame. Align the pad bracket holes and install the
screws to secure the pad in place. Install the operator
NOTE: On models with Aft Travel controls, guide compartment cover in place.
the aft travel control handle wiring harness into/out
of the frame when installing/removing the operator CASTER WHEEL COVER
back pad.
Remove the two socket head capscrews on top of the
Remove the operator compartment cover to access caster wheel cover and lift cover from the clips secur-
the screw securing the front of the operator back pad ing it to the frame.
to the frame. Remove the two screws securing the
operator back pad to the frame and remove the pad To replace, fit the bottom of the cover into the clips
from the frame. inside the opening and slide the cover into place. In-
stall two socket head capscrews to secure the top of
To install, position the back pad against the frame the cover in place.
as removed. Install the two screws securing pad to
Load Wheels
REMOVE
Slightly raise the base arms and support on blocks as
described in the Periodic Maintenance 8000 SRM
1197. Make sure the base arms and load wheels do
not support any weight.
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100 SRM 1185 Load Wheels
CAUTION CAUTION
Use a hammer and a soft punch when removing The bearings are replaced by pressing on the
bearings to avoid damage to bearings and/or outer race of the bearing only. Pressing or tap-
load wheel. ping on the inner race will damage the bearing.
Use a suitable driver when installing bearings
4. Remove the hanger bracket from the base arms to avoid damage to bearings and/or load wheel.
and inspect thoroughly. Inspect the base arms
thoroughly for damage. Replace bearings in sets to maintain proper
wheel loading and operation.
INSTALL
NOTE: Load wheel assemblies that have axle bolts
equipped with lube fittings use side-shielded bear-
WARNING
ings and must be greased. Assemblies with axle bolts
Cleaning solvents can be flammable and toxic not equipped with lube fittings use sealed bearings
and can cause skin irritation. Wear protection and cannot be greased.
when handling solvents and always follow the
recommendations of the manufacturer. 3. Install the bearings into the load wheels.
2. Apply lithium grease to the pivot contact on the b. Side-Shielded Bearings - Install one bear-
hanger brackets. Position the hanger brackets ing into the load wheel with the shielded side
into the base arms and install the load wheels facing out. Fill the cavity inside of the load
and axle sleeves into the hanger brackets. See wheel with grease. Install the other bearing
Figure 5. into the load wheel with the shielded side fac-
ing out. Position the axle sleeve into the as-
sembly.
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Overhead Guard Replacement 100 SRM 1185
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100 SRM 1185 Overhead Guard Replacement
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Overhead Guard Replacement 100 SRM 1185
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100 SRM 1185 Overhead Guard Replacement
INSTALL
Refer to WARNING (above) before performing ser-
vice to any overhead guard components.
FRONT LIGHTS
1. BRACKET
Two front (head) lights are mounted by their brackets 2. RETAINING CAPSCREW AND NUT
to the front of the overhead guard. 3. SCREW
4. LENS RETAINER
5. LENS
Bulb Replacement
Figure 8. Lens Removal
1. Remove the four screws securing the lens re-
tainer and lens to the assembly. Hold the lens
in place until all screws have been removed
then remove the lens and retainer. Replace as
required. See Figure 8.
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Overhead Guard Replacement 100 SRM 1185
Assembly Replacement 3. Remove the bracket from the overhead guard and
replace, if necessary.
1. Disconnect the wiring harness from the light as-
sembly connector. 4. Install bracket to overhead guard, if removed.
2. Remove the nut and washers from the capscrew 5. Position the light assembly to the bracket and in-
securing the headlight assembly to the bracket. stall capscrew and attaching hardware. Tighten
Slide the capscrew from the bracket and remove slightly to allow for adjustment.
the headlight. See Figure 9.
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100 SRM 1185 Overhead Guard Replacement
Rear Work and Caution Light 8. Position the cage onto the studs of the light as-
sembly. Install nuts and washers onto studs.
The rear work and caution lights are options that
mount to the overhead guard near the rear of the 9. Remove blocks from the wheel and return to ser-
truck. Several configurations of these assemblies are vice.
available and connect to the options harness. To re-
pair the light assemblies, perform the following pro-
cedures. Some repairs may not require total disas-
sembly. Perform only the steps necessary to safely
complete the required service. See Figure 10.
Caution Light
1. Move the lift truck to a safe, level area and com-
pletely lower the mast. Turn the key switch to
the OFF position and attach a DO NOT OPER-
ATE tag to the control handle. Block the drive
wheel to prevent unexpected movement.
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Painting Instructions 100 SRM 1185
Painting Instructions
2. Use sandpaper to remove the top surface of
WARNING paint and rust from the metal. All metal sur-
Some frames and components are painted with faces where the paint has been removed to the
polyurethane paint. Welding, burning, or other bare metal must be primed. Apply primer BE-
heat sufficient to cause thermal decomposition FORE applying the paint.
of the paint may release isocyanates. These
chemicals are allergic sensitizers to the skin 3. Protect all surfaces that will not be painted. DO
and respiratory tract irritants. Overexposure NOT paint:
may occur without odor warning. When heat All Plastic Covers
must be applied, use good industrial hygiene Steering Handle
practices, including removal of all paint (prime Dash Display
and finish coats) to the metal around the area Control Handles
to be heated. Use local ventilation, and/or sup- Labels and Information Plates
plied, air-respiratory protection. Operator Pads
Tires and Load Wheels
Cleaning solvents may be flammable and/or Chains and Hoses
toxic and may cause skin irritation. Always Battery Connectors
wear proper eye and skin protection. All Switches
Cylinder Rods
Always use solvents and paints in an area with Pumps and Motors
adequate ventilation. DO NOT use solvents or Wiring Harnesses or Connectors
paints near heat, fire, or electrical equipment
that can make sparks. Follow the paint manu-
facturer’s instructions and precautions. CAUTION
Protect electrical components, wiring, and
electrical contacts from overspray.
CAUTION
DO NOT put tape on cylinder rods to protect 4. Paint the surfaces using Hyster approved paints.
from paint. Use a thick layer of multipurpose Follow the proper paint scheme for your lift truck
grease to protect cylinder rods. Cylinders can model (refer to the Parts Manual for specific in-
be damaged if operated with tape on the cylin- formation on paint for your lift truck).
der rod.
5. Install new safety labels. See Safety Labels Re-
1. Clean the surface to be painted. Use a solvent placement.
on surfaces to be painted to remove grease and
oil before sanding. DO NOT use solvent to clean
new paint. Make sure all oil and grease is re-
moved.
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100 SRM 1185 Safety Labels Replacement
3. Exposed adhesive face must be free from all for- Figure 11. Operator Compartment Label
eign matter before positioning label or plate on Placement
surface.
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Safety Labels Replacement 100 SRM 1185
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100 SRM 1185 Safety Labels Replacement
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