SkyTrak 6036 Service Manual - Manual (Page 56)

Section 5. Wheel Assembly, Tires, and Axle
5-11 Model 6036/6036T S/N 9B0499 and Before
Caution !
The use of non-original equipment replacement
parts is not recommended as their use may
cause unit failure and affect vehicle safety. An
identification tag on the axle housing contains
the axle assembly number, the serial number
and the build date. Supply all of the informa-
tion on this tag when referring to components
of the axle assembly. Refer to Spicer
® Dana
Maintenance Manual for Models PS/PR-7036
for gear set identification instructions.
• Be extremely careful when working on
components using snap rings or spring-
loaded retention devices.
Do not attempt carrier and differential removal
and installation and differential and pinion
disassembly and assembly without thoroughly
understanding instructions in Spicer
® Dana
publications and correspondence which applies
to your forklift. Refer to paragraph 5.3.
• Wear safety glasses at all times when
working on forklift and forklift components.
• If it becomes necessary to disassemble any
parts inside the carrier, it is suggested that
the entire axle be removed from the forklift
and held tight in a stand or rack with carrier
pinion positioned up.
• When removing axle assembly, make sure
forklift is properly supported; an improperly
supported vehicle can cause serious injury or
death.
• If axle assembly is still in the forklift, be sure
carrier, differential and pinion assemblies are
securely supported before they are separated
from the axle housing.
• A serious or fatal injury can occur if you lack
proper training, if you fail to follow recom-
mended procedures, if you do not use proper
5.2 AXLE ASSEMBLY
The axle assembly rotates and turns the wheels.
Both front and rear axles consist of a differential
carrier assembly, a left and right axle steering
joint, and a left and right wheel end, Fig. 5.6. The front axle wheel ends contain service brakes. If
the forklift has a turbocharged engine both the
front and rear axle wheel ends contain service
brakes.
Warning !
tools and safety equipment, if you assemble
components improperly, if you use incompat-
ible components, if you use worn-out or
damaged components, or if you use compo-
nents in a nonapproved application.
• Some manufacturers may require the assem-
bly of brake components on Dana axles that
use materials containing asbestos fibers.
Breathing asbestos dust may be hazardous
to your health and may cause serious
respiratory or other bodily harm. Follow
O.S.H.A. standards for proper protective
devices when you work with asbestos
materials.
• Before you use silicone rubber sealant (RTV)
and lubricating grease and oils, become
familiar with and follow all safety recommen-
dations provided product manufacturer and
supplier. When working with these products
follow industrial hygiene practices (before
eating, thoroughly wash hands and face). Do
not eat, drink or smoke in areas where there
is potential for significant exposure to these
materials.
• When discarding materials observe all local,
state, and federal laws and regulations for
approved disposal procedures.
• Wear industrial strength safety goggles or
glasses whenever you work on the forklift or
forklift components.
• It is impossible to know, evaluate and advise
the service trade of all conceivable ways in
which service might be done or of the pos-
sible hazardous consequences of each way.
Accordingly, whenever you use a service
procedure or tool which is not recommended
you must first satisfy yourself thoroughly that
neither personal or vehicle safety will be
jeopardized by the service method you
select.