Practical notes on safety brake operation of electric forklifts are core prerequisites to avoid workplace accidents and ensure stable long-term operation of handling equipment, which applies to all types of indoor and outdoor logistics, warehousing and industrial operation scenarios.

First, pre-operation inspection of safety brake system is a non-negligible daily step. Operators need to check the brake pedal travel before starting the equipment to confirm it is within the normal range, observe if there is abnormal leakage of hydraulic or pneumatic brake components, and test the parking brake function on a slight slope to make sure the equipment will not slide automatically. Do not start operation if any abnormality is found, arrange professional maintenance personnel to troubleshoot hidden dangers first.

Second, standard operation habits can effectively extend the service life of the safety brake system. Operators should avoid frequent emergency braking during normal driving, especially when the equipment is fully loaded, excessive emergency braking will not only cause excessive wear of the brake friction plates, but also easily lead to cargo dumping and rollover risks. When driving on wet and slippery roads or ramps, you should decelerate in advance, use the brake gently instead of stepping on the brake pedal sharply.

Third, regular maintenance and calibration of the safety brake system is necessary. According to the equipment use frequency and working environment, arrange regular inspection of brake friction plate wear, brake line tightness, and brake force balance. For electric forklifts that work more than 8 hours a day, it is recommended to check the brake system status once every two weeks, and carry out a comprehensive performance calibration every 3 months to ensure that the braking response speed and braking distance always meet the safety operation standards.

It should be noted that the safety brake system is the core safety guarantee for forklift operation, unauthorised modification of any components of the brake system is strictly prohibited, all maintenance and replacement work must be completed by trained professional technicians.

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