Electrical forklifts have become a widely adopted material handling equipment for most modern industrial facilities, warehousing spaces and manufacturing workshops, thanks to their low noise output, zero local exhaust emission and lower long-term operation cost compared with traditional internal combustion counterparts. Proper management and operation rules for these equipment can not only extend their service life, but also effectively reduce workplace safety risks and improve overall operation efficiency.

Before starting any operation task with an electrical forklift, operators must complete a full pre-shift inspection process. The inspection covers remaining battery level, responsiveness of brake and steering system, intact condition of forks and lifting hydraulic structure, as well as the normal function of warning lights and horn. Operators should also check the surrounding working space to clear potential obstacles, and confirm no unrelated pedestrians stay in the planned operation route. It is also necessary to confirm the actual weight of the goods to be transported does not exceed the rated load of the forklift, to avoid unbalanced tipping risks during moving.

During the operation process in your facility, operators should strictly follow the site speed limit rules, keep a safe distance from surrounding storage racks, fixed equipment and walking staff. When moving with goods, avoid lifting the cargo to an overly high height to block the front view of the operator. When passing through passages or doorways with limited height, operators need to confirm the overall height of the lifted goods does not exceed the maximum clear height of the passage. For ramp operation, avoid turning on the slope surface, and keep the cargo facing upward when driving on an ascending ramp.

Daily routine maintenance for electrical forklifts also plays a key role in stable long-term usage. Operators should charge the equipment in designated, well-ventilated areas, follow the official guidance for battery charging steps, and avoid over-discharging the battery pack for a long time. After finishing the daily shift, park the forklift in the designated storage area, lower the forks completely to the ground, and cut off the power supply. If you need professional support for electric forklift configuration, usage training or after-sales service for your facility, Jian Shu New Energy, which focuses on BYD electric forklift products, is ready to provide you with targeted solutions. You can send your specific demands to our contact mailbox: [email protected] for further communication.