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Mast Repair (S/N A698 AND A699) : Maintenance
Mast Repair (S/N A698 AND A699) : Maintenance
MAST REPAIR
(S/N A698 AND A699)
GLC050LX
[A967];GLP/GDP20-25LX
(GLP/GDP050LX) [B974]
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.
Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS
General ..................................................................................................................................................................... 1
Safety Procedures When Working Near Mast .......................................................................................................... 1
Forks Replacement ...................................................................................................................................................3
Remove .................................................................................................................................................................3
Install .....................................................................................................................................................................4
Checks .................................................................................................................................................................. 4
Adjustment ............................................................................................................................................................ 5
Carriage Repair ........................................................................................................................................................ 5
Standard Carriage .................................................................................................................................................6
Remove .............................................................................................................................................................6
Clean and Inspect ............................................................................................................................................. 7
Install .................................................................................................................................................................8
Integral Sideshift Carriage Prior to December, 2016 ............................................................................................ 9
Remove .............................................................................................................................................................9
Disassemble ....................................................................................................................................................11
Clean and Inspect ........................................................................................................................................... 11
Assemble ........................................................................................................................................................ 12
Install ...............................................................................................................................................................12
Integral Sideshift Carriage After December, 2016 .............................................................................................. 13
Remove ...........................................................................................................................................................13
Disassemble ....................................................................................................................................................16
Clean and Inspect ........................................................................................................................................... 16
Assemble ........................................................................................................................................................ 16
Install ...............................................................................................................................................................17
Disconnecting Attachment Hydraulic Quick Disconnect Hoses .......................................................................... 18
Connecting Attachment Hydraulic Quick Disconnect Hoses .............................................................................. 18
Two-Stage Mast With Limited Free-Lift Repair ....................................................................................................... 18
Mast .................................................................................................................................................................... 18
Remove ...........................................................................................................................................................18
Disassemble ....................................................................................................................................................19
Clean and Inspect ........................................................................................................................................... 22
Assemble ........................................................................................................................................................ 23
Install ...............................................................................................................................................................24
Header Hoses, Installation and Adjustment ........................................................................................................25
Install ...............................................................................................................................................................25
Adjustment ...................................................................................................................................................... 30
Three-Stage Mast With Full Free-Lift Repair .......................................................................................................... 30
Remove ...............................................................................................................................................................30
Disassemble ....................................................................................................................................................... 31
Clean and Inspect ............................................................................................................................................... 37
Assemble ............................................................................................................................................................ 38
Install ...................................................................................................................................................................39
Header Hose Installation and Adjustment ...........................................................................................................40
Standard ..........................................................................................................................................................40
Install ...........................................................................................................................................................40
Adjust .......................................................................................................................................................... 44
Optional Equipment, Lift Truck GLP/GDP050LX (B974) .................................................................................45
Install ...........................................................................................................................................................45
Adjust .......................................................................................................................................................... 52
Main Lift Cylinder Repair ........................................................................................................................................ 52
Lift and Tilt System Leak Check ............................................................................................................................. 52
Tilt Cylinders Adjustment ........................................................................................................................................ 52
(GLC050LX) [A967];
GLP/GDP20-25LX (GLP/GDP050LX) [B974]
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4000 YRM 1773 General
General
is worn, damaged, soft or hard, and no longer flexible.
WARNING If necessary, compare old hose to a new hose that is
the correct replacement for the hose you are
Before working on or near the mast, see the
inspecting.
section
Safety Procedures When Working Near Mast in This section has the repair procedures for the Two-
this YRM . Stage, Limited Free-Lift (LFL) and Three-Stage, Full
Free-Lift (FFL). Procedures for adjusting the carriage,
NOTE: Hoses have a service life that is determined lift chains, and mast are located at the end of this
by application and time. Install a new hose if the hose manual.
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Forks Replacement
The forks are held on the carriage by hooks. The forks
NOTE: Forks must be removed or installed by trained
are kept in position by lock pins that fit through the top
personnel only.
fork hooks and into slots in the top bar carriage. If lock
pin does not remain engaged in carriage slot, replace NOTE: Forks are to be replaced only in sets, not
with new lock pin. Always check that the lock pins for individually.
the forks keep the forks in position on the carriage. A fork can be removed from the carriage for
Replace damaged fork lock pin parts. The forks can be replacement of the fork or other maintenance. Slide
removed from the carriage by aligning the forks with the fork to the fork removal notch in the bottom bar of
the fork removal notch. The fork removal notch is in the carriage. See Figure 2. Lower the fork onto blocks
the bottom bar of the carriage. See Figure 2. so the bottom hook of the fork moves through the fork
removal notch. See Figure 3. Lower the carriage
REMOVE further so the top hook of the fork is disengaged from
the top carriage bar. Move the carriage away from the
fork or use a lifting device to move the fork away from
WARNING the carriage.
DO NOT try to remove a fork without a lifting
device. Each hook fork for these lift trucks can
weigh 45 to 115 kg (99 to 254 lb).
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CAUTION
Remove fork latch pins if adding a fork positioner
attachment. Damage to forks and other carriage
components can occur if fork latch pins are not
removed prior to using attachment.
NOTE: Forks must be removed or installed by trained b. Position caliper at end of heel internal radius
personnel only. (item A, Figure 4) with opening corresponding
NOTE: Forks are to be replaced only in sets, not to measured thickness of fork shank in Step a
individually. above. (e.g. for N 1.75 use N 1.75 opening).
This is typically the section of fork where wear
Move the fork and carriage so the top hook on the fork is greatest. Note that opening distance has
can engage the upper carriage bar. Raise the carriage been reduced by 10% from nominal thickness.
to move the lower hook through the fork removal
notch. Slide the fork on the carriage so both upper and c. If fork enters opening, it is mandatory to
lower hooks engage the carriage bars. Engage the replace it. DANGER OF BREAKING.
lock pin with a notch in the upper carriage bar. Furthermore, a 10% reduction in fork blade
thickness results in 20% reduction in operating
CHECKS capacity.
WARNING
DO NOT try to correct fork tip alignment by
bending the forks or adding shims. Replace bent
forks.
Never repair damaged forks by heating or welding.
Forks are made of special steel using special
procedures. Replace damaged forks. Forks are to
be replaced only in sets and not individually.
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ADJUSTMENT
NOTE: Forks must be removed or installed by trained
personnel only.
NOTE: Forks are to be replaced only in sets, not
individually.
NOTE: During adjustment of the forks, the heel of the
forks should not be touching the ground.
The forks are connected to the carriage by hooks and
lock pins. See Figure 2. The lock pins are installed
through the top fork hooks and fit into slots in the top
A. HEEL OF FORK (MUST BE 90% OF DIMENSION carriage bar. If lock pin does not remain engaged in
B) carriage slot, replace with new lock pin.
B. ORIGINAL FORK THICKNESS (DIMENSION B)
Adjust forks as far apart as possible for maximum
1. TIP ALIGNMENT (MUST BE WITHIN 3% OF support of the load. Hook forks will slide along the
FORK LENGTH) carriage bars to adjust for the load to be lifted. Raise
2. CRACKS the lock pin in each fork to slide the fork on the
3. MAXIMUM ANGLE 93° carriage bar. Make sure the lock pin is engaged in the
4. FORK REMOVAL NOTCH carriage bar to lock the fork in position after the width
5. CARRIAGE
adjustment is made.
Figure 4. Fork Check
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Carriage Repair
STANDARD CARRIAGE
WARNING
Remove
When disconnecting the lift chains, keep control of
1. Put a one-quarter capacity load on forks. The the ends. Use wire to temporarily connect the ends
load must provide carriage with stability and not of the lift chains to the mast. This procedure will
allow carriage to fall when it is disconnected from prevent the lift chains from falling from the
mast. sheaves and causing an injury or damage.
2. Lower carriage and forks onto blocks to loosen lift 4. Remove cotter pin and chain pin from each chain
chains. See Figure 3. anchor at carriage. See Figure 7. Disconnect lift
chains from carriage. Use wire to connect ends of
3. Remove four capscrews, washers, nuts, and load the lift chains to a part of the mast. Make sure
backrest from carriage. See Figure 6. chains can move freely when inner mast is raised.
1. CAPSCREW
2. WASHER
3. NUT
4. LOAD BACKREST
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WARNING
Improper welding procedures can damage the
structure of the mast or cause mast to function
incorrectly. Consult your Yale lift truck dealer for
more information before welding on the mast.
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INTEGRAL SIDESHIFT CARRIAGE PRIOR Never check for leaks by putting hands on
TO DECEMBER, 2016 hydraulic lines or components under pressure.
Hydraulic oil under pressure can be injected into
Remove the skin.
1. Lower carriage completely. Remove forks. See
Forks Replacement for removal procedures.
CAUTION
2. Remove four capscrews and load backrest from Protect the hydraulic system from dirt and
carriage. See Figure 6. contaminants when servicing the hydraulic
system.
3. Relieve hydraulic pressure to the sideshift 4. Disconnect hydraulic lines from sideshift cylinder.
cylinder by moving sideshift lever in both Put caps and plugs on open lines and cylinder
directions several times. ports.
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1. OUTER FRAME
2. LIFTING HOOK
3. LIFTING DEVICE
A. WEAR LIMIT - 0.76 mm (0.03 in.) MINIMUM AND
Figure 10. Remove Outer Frame 1.52 mm (0.06 in.) MAXIMUM.
B. CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT - 0.76 mm (0.03 in.)
Disassemble MINIMUM AND 1.52 mm (0.06 in.) MAXIMUM.
1. Remove upper and lower bearings from inner Figure 11. Lower Mounting Hooks Wear Limit and
frame. See Figure 12. Clearance Adjustment
Clean and Inspect 2. Clean and inspect carriage bars for damage and
1. Inspect lower mounting hooks for wear. Replace smoothness. Ensure bars are parallel and ends
hooks if they are worn beyond wear limit. Wear are flush. If carriage bars have any protruding
limit clearance range is 0.76 mm (0.03 in.) welds or damaged notches, repair by grinding,
minimum and 1.52 mm (0.06 in.) maximum. See filing, or welding.
A in Figure 11.
3. Clean bearing areas. Inspect sideshift bearings
for wear as follows:
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4. Inspect sideshift cylinder. Replace entire cylinder 2. If lube fittings were removed, install new lube
assembly if a cylinder rod is bent or scored or if fittings into outer frame. See Figure 9.
there is damage on the outside of cylinder shell
that could impair performance or cause leaks Install
under pressure. See Cylinder Repair (Mast S/N
1. If necessary, install new upper and lower sideshift
A698 and A699) 2100YRM1770 for more
bearings as follows:
information on inspecting and repairing the
sideshift cylinder.
a. To install new upper bearings, align pin on the
bottom side of bearing to notches on top
5. Clean load rollers and inspect for wear and
carriage bar and slide into place on top
damage. If any load rollers must be replaced,
carriage. See Figure 12.
make a note of the location and number of shims.
Install shims, load rollers, and snap rings. For top
b. To install new lower bearings, align the circular
rollers, install spacers. See Carriage Adjustment.
pins on backside of lower bearing to holes on
lower carriage bar and tap bearing into place
Assemble on lower carriage bar using a rubber or brass
1. Assemble sideshift cylinder. See Cylinder Repair hammer. See Figure 12.
(Mast S/N A698 and A699) 2100YRM1770 for
procedures.
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3. Use a crane with a capacity of at least 3. Relieve hydraulic pressure to the sideshift
450 kg (992 lb) to install outer frame on inner cylinder by moving sideshift lever in both
frame. directions several times.
NOTE: If lift truck is equipped with hydraulic quick The hydraulic oil is hot at normal operating
disconnect hoses, see section temperatures. Be careful when draining the oil.
Connecting Attachment Hydraulic Quick Disconnect Never check for leaks by putting hands on
Hoses. hydraulic lines or components under pressure.
5. Connect hydraulic lines, as noted during removal, Hydraulic oil under pressure can be injected into
to sideshift cylinder. the skin.
INTEGRAL SIDESHIFT CARRIAGE AFTER NOTE: Tag hydraulic lines and fittings prior to
DECEMBER, 2016 disconnecting to aid in connecting during installation.
NOTE: If lift truck is equipped with hydraulic quick
Remove
disconnect hoses, see section
1. Lower carriage completely. Remove forks. See Disconnecting Attachment Hydraulic Quick Disconnect
Forks Replacement for removal procedures. Hoses.
4. Disconnect hydraulic lines from sideshift cylinder.
2. Remove four capscrews, washers, nuts, and load
Put caps and plugs on open lines and cylinder
backrest from carriage. See Figure 6.
ports. See Figure 13.
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Figure 13. Integral Sideshift Carriage After December, 2016, Hydraulic Hose Connections
5. Remove four capscrews, four washers, and two 6. Use a crane with a capacity of at least
lower mounting hooks from lower mounting 40 kg (88 lb) to lift outer frame away from the
plates. See Figure 14. inner frame (see Figure 15). Lay the outer frame
flat on a pallet or workbench.
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Figure 14. Integral Sideshift Carriage After December, 2016, Component Parts
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5. Install the forks. See section Forks Replacement 4. Move the manual hydraulic levers forward and
in this service manual for procedures. backwards, and check the hydraulic system for
leaks.
DISCONNECTING ATTACHMENT
HYDRAULIC QUICK DISCONNECT HOSES
1. Turn the key switch or keyless switch to the OFF
position.
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6. Remove four capscrews, washers, and two 2. Remove strip bearings, shims, and O-rings.
trunnion caps from mast mounts. See Figure 18. Discard O-rings. See Figure 19.
7. Remove mast from lift truck. Put mast in a 3. Remove snap rings, shims, and load rollers from
position so the crossmembers are on the floor. stub shafts at the bottom of inner mast. Remove
snap rings, shims and load rollers from stub
Disassemble shafts top of outer mast. Make a note of each
shim arrangement and load roller location. The
1. Slide inner mast from the bottom of outer mast shim arrangements will be approximately the
approximately 30 mm (12 in.). same during assembly. See Figure 20.
NOTE: Note shim placement to aid in assembly.
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WARNING
Commercial cleaning solvents may be flammable
and toxic and can cause severe skin irritation.
When using commercial cleaning solvents, always
comply with solvent manufacturer's recommended
safety precautions.
NOTE: THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR MEASURING
CHAIN WEAR ARE SHOWN ON THE CHAIN WEAR
SCALE .
WARNING
Never replace just the worn section of a chain. 1. CHAIN WEAR SCALE
Replace the complete chain. Never replace just
one chain of a chain pair. Replace both chains. Pitch Wear Limit The
Total length of
maximum
3. Clean lift chains with solvent. Inspect lift chains 20 links (pitch)
length of 20
for wear or damage. See Figure 23. A lift chain of new chain
links
becomes longer when it is worn. If a section of
chain is 3% longer than a similar section of new 12.7 mm 254.0 mm 261.6 mm
chains, the chain is worn and must be replaced. (0.5 in.) (10.0 in.) (10.3 in.)
15.9 mm 317.5 mm 327.0 mm
a. If a chain scale is available, check lift chains as (0.6 in.) (12.5 in.) (12.9 in.)
shown in Figure 23. If a chain scale is not 19.1 mm 381.0 mm 392.4 mm
available measure 20 links of chain. Measure (0.8 in.) (15.0 in.) (15.5 in.)
from the center of a pin to the center of another 25.4 mm 508.0 mm 523.3 mm
pin 20 pitches away. Compare length with the (10 in.) (20.0 in.) (20.6 in.)
chart in Figure 23.
Figure 23. Lift Chains Check
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Assemble
WARNING
The mast is heavy. The mast can weigh
approximately 380 kg (838 lb). Make sure all lifting
devices (hoists, cables, chains, slings, etc.) are
suitable and of adequate capacity to lift the mast.
Serious injury can occur if the mast falls.
2. If removed, put stub shafts through notches in Figure 24. Strip Bearings
outer mast. Using lifting device, slide inner mast
into outer mast so stub shafts are seen at top and 4. Install shims, load rollers, and snap rings to top of
bottom of outer mast. outer mast and bottom of inner mast. Check
clearance of load rollers as described in
3. Install new O-rings, shims as noted during Mast Adjustments. See Figure 20.
disassembly, and strip bearings. See Figure 24.
Apply grease to bearing surface. 5. Install new tilt rod bushing in outer mast. See
Figure 25.
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Install
1. Install lift cylinders. See service manual Cylinder
Repair (Mast S/N A698 and A699)
2100YRM1770 for procedures. Check clearance
at top of lift cylinder mounts. Add or remove
shims at the top of main lift cylinder rods until they
are even. Install washer and snap ring at the top
of main lift cylinders.
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WARNING
Always wear the proper protective equipment
including eye protection and petroleum-resistant
gloves when handling hydraulic oil. Thoroughly
wash oil from exposed areas of skin as soon as
possible.
WARNING
Never check for leaks by putting hands on
hydraulic lines or components under pressure.
Hydraulic oil under pressure can be injected into
the skin.
WARNING
Before working on or near the mast, see
Safety Procedures When Working Near Mast in
this section.
CAUTION
Disposal of lubricants and fluids must meet local
environmental regulations.
1. CLAMP
2. ALIGN MARK E FOR HOSES A AND B AT
BOTTOM OF CLAMP
3. CONNECTION TO COWL HOSES
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NOTE: The lift chains and carriage height must be NOTE: Dimension E is determined by the height of
correctly adjusted before the header hoses can be outer mast channel from the ground and the length of
adjusted. See section Lift Chain Adjustment for outer mast channel. See dimensions Y and Z in
procedures. Figure 28. To determine E use Table 2 or Table 3 to
determine pre-calculated tension mark locations.
2. Mark each hose with a single letter: A and B. See
Figure 27. 4. Place a mark on all the hoses at dimension E.
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Table 2. Standard Mast Height; Header Hose Tension Mark Location Lift Truck Models GLP/GDP20-25LX
(B974)
Tension Marker from Carriage End Di-
Lift Height Channel Length (Reference)
mension "E"
mm in. mm in. mm in.
3292 129.6 2090 82.3 2353 92.6
3792 149.3 2340 92.1 2598 102.3
Table 3. Standard Mast Height; Header Hose Tension Mark Location Lift Truck Models GLP050LX (B967)
Tension Marker from Carriage End Di-
Lift Height Channel Length (Reference)
mension "E"
mm in. mm in. mm in.
2032 80.0 1440 56.7 1705 67.1
3292 129.6 2090 82.3 2308 90.1
3792 149.3 2340 92.1 2554 100.
5. Lift carriage off the ground approximately 10. Put the clamps over the hoses and attach the
76 mm (3 in.). Place blocks under carriage for clamps to upper brackets. DO NOT tighten the
support. hardware.
6. Install carriage brackets to carriage. Tighten NOTE: To make alignment of dimension E easier, use
capscrews to 18 N•m (159 lbf in). See Figure 29. a crane with a capacity of at least 907.2 kg (2000 lb) to
raise carriage high enough to install a safety chain.
7. Install hoses to carriage brackets with the clamps See .
and tighten capscrews to 18 N•m (159 lbf in). See
11. Align dimension mark E, which is determined
Figure 29.
using Figure 28, at bottom of clamps. Tighten
8. Apply a thin coat of multipurpose grease with hardware to 8 N•m (71 lbf in). See Figure 27.
molybdenum disulfide to hose sheave stubshafts
12. Connect header hoses to the truck hoses.
before installing hose sheaves. Place the hose at
the location of the hose sheave. See Figure 27.
13. Use rubber clamps and hose clamps to attach
hoses to main lift cylinders and just below the
9. The sheave(s) and stubshafts must be
middle crossmember on the outer mast. Make
assembled, and the hose(s) must be routed onto
sure hoses DO NOT stretch or fold while tilting
the sheave(s) before hose(s) are attached to the
mast fully forward and backward.
mast. Tighten the hose clamp hardware to
8 N•m (71 lbf in) and the sheave assembly
14. With no load on forks, check head hose
capscrews to 66 N•m (49 lbf ft). See Figure 29.
adjustment by operating mast through full lift
Install clamps to main lift cylinders. Tighten
cycle two times.
capscrews and nuts to 25 N•m (221 lbf in).
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WARNING
Always wear the proper protective equipment
including eye protection and petroleum-resistant
gloves when handling hydraulic oil. Thoroughly
wash oil from exposed areas of skin as soon as
possible.
Completely lower forks to relieve hydraulic
pressure before disassembling any part of the lift
pump or disconnecting any hoses.
The hydraulic oil is hot at normal operating
temperatures. Be careful when draining the oil.
CAUTION
Protect the hydraulic system from dirt and
contaminants when servicing the hydraulic 1. CAPSCREW
system. 2. WASHER
3. RETAINER CAP
2. Position a drip pan under the area of the hydraulic 4. BUSHING
fittings. Disconnect the hydraulic line at the 5. LUBE FITTING
lowering control valve on the outer mast. See
Figure 32. Figure 30. Mast Mounts, Outer Mast
3. Remove tilt cylinder rod end from outer mast. See WARNING
manual Cylinder Repair (Mast S/N A698 and The mast is heavy. The mast can weigh
A699) 2100YRM1770 for procedures. approximately 907 kg (2000 lb). Make sure all
lifting devices (hoists, cables, chains, slings, etc.)
NOTE: Allow the mast to tilt forward enough to gain are suitable and of adequate capacity to lift the
access to the mast mount capscrews. mast. Serious injury can occur if the mast falls.
4. Remove capscrews and washers that hold
retainer caps and bushings to mast mounts. See NOTE: If only the main lift cylinders, tilt cylinders, or
Figure 30. free-lift cylinder need to be repaired, the mast does not
need to be removed from lift truck. See Cylinder
Repair (Mast S/N A698 and A699) 2100YRM1770 for
WARNING procedures. For header hose installation and
adjustment procedures, see section
The mast is heavy. The mast can weigh
Header Hose Installation and Adjustment.
approximately 907 kg (2000 lb). Make sure all
lifting devices (hoists, cables, chains, slings, etc.) 1. Clean area around hydraulic fittings for main lift
are suitable and of adequate capacity to lift the cylinders. Disconnect fittings at main lift cylinders
mast. Serious injury can occur if the mast falls. and put caps on open lines. Disconnect free-lift
chains from chain anchors. See Figure 32.
5. Use the crane to lift the mast assembly from the
See Figure 33 for lift truck GLP/GDP050LX
lift truck. Position the mast across wooden beams
(B974), equipped with optional mast.
on the floor with the carriage side up.
2. Disconnect header hoses.
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Figure 33. Three-Stage Full Free-Lift (FFL) Optional Mast for Lift Trucks GLP/GDP050LX (B974)
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12. Disassemble the chain sheaves as necessary for Cleaning solvents may be flammable and toxic and
repair and cleaning. Remove the hydraulic lines can cause severe skin irritation. When using
and fittings from the weldments as necessary. cleaning solvents, always follow the solvent
manufacturer's recommended safety precautions.
CLEAN AND INSPECT
6. Clean the mast weldments with steam or solvent.
1. Inspect the chain sheaves and load rollers for
wear or damage. DO NOT use steam to clean the
lift chains, sheaves, or load rollers. The bearings WARNING
in the sheaves and load rollers are sealed and
Incorrect welding procedures can damage the
lubricated.
structure of the mast or cause the mast to operate
incorrectly. Obtain information from your Yale lift
truck dealer before welding on the mast.
WARNING
Cleaning solvents may be flammable and toxic and 7. Inspect the sliding surfaces for wear or damage.
can cause severe skin irritation. When using Inspect the load roller contact surfaces for wear
cleaning solvents, always follow the solvent or damage. Inspect all welds for cracks.
manufacturer's recommended safety precautions.
WARNING
Never replace only the worn section of a chain.
Replace the complete chain. Never replace only
one chain of a chain pair. Replace both chains.
WARNING
Be careful when cleaning with steam. Steam can
cause serious burns. Wear protective clothing,
gloves, and eye protection. Never expose your
skin to steam.
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Legend for Figure 35. intermediate mast weldment into the outer mast
weldment so the stub shafts are seen at the top
Pitch Wear Limit The and bottom of both weldments.
Total length of
maximum
20 links (pitch) NOTE: The load rollers must be in place before strip
length of 20
of new chain bearing can be shimmed.
links
12.7 mm 254.0 mm 261.6 mm 3. Apply multipurpose grease with 2 to 4%
(0.5 in.) (10.0 in.) (10.3 in.) molybdenum disulfide to bearing surfaces and
15.9 mm 317.5 mm 327.0 mm install strip bearing and shim on channels of outer
(0.6 in.) (12.5 in.) (12.9 in.) mast. See Figure 31. Check the clearance of the
19.1 mm 381.0 mm 392.4 mm strip bearings as described in
(0.8 in.) (15.0 in.) (15.4 in.) Carriage Adjustment.
25.4 mm 508.0 mm 523.3 mm
(1.0 in.) (20.0 in.) (20.6 in.) 4. Install the load rollers and the shims on the outer
mast weldment and at the bottom of the
NOTE: THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR MEASURING intermediate mast weldment. Before doing the
CHAIN WEAR ARE SHOWN ON THE CHAIN WEAR next step, adjust the intermediate mast weldment
SCALE (YALE P/N 580037684) and check the clearance of the load rollers as
described in Carriage Adjustment.
1. CHAIN WEAR SCALE
ASSEMBLE WARNING
Be careful when removing or installing snap rings.
These snap rings can come loose during removal
WARNING and installation with enough force to cause an
The mast is heavy. The mast can weigh injury. Always use the correct snap ring pliers, and
approximately 907 kg (2000 lb). Make sure all wear eye and face protection during removal or
lifting devices (hoists, cables, chains, slings, etc.) installation
are suitable and of adequate capacity to lift the
mast. Serious injury can occur if the mast falls. NOTE: The clearance check and adjustment in Step 5
is only an initial setup. The final check and adjustment
NOTE: The shims for the load rollers keep the is done after the mast is installed on the lift truck.
weldments parallel and provide correct clearance.
During assembly, the shim arrangement will be 5. Install the main lift cylinders. See Cylinder
approximately the same as before disassembly. Check Repair (Mast S/N A698 and A699)
the clearance and adjust the shims for wear or for 2100YRM1770 for procedures. Push the
changes caused by repairs. The strip bearings are intermediate mast weldment to engage the lift
also adjusted by using shims. See cylinders. Check the clearance at the top of the lift
Carriage Adjustment in this section for the adjustment cylinder mounts. Add or remove shims at the top
procedures. of the main lift cylinder rods until they are even.
Install the snap ring and washer at the top of the
NOTE: When the mast has header hoses, see section lift cylinders.
Header Hose Installation and Adjustment.
1. Apply multipurpose grease with 2 to 4% 6. Install lowering control valve housing and
molybdenum disulfide to hose sheave stub shaft lowering control valve to outer mast weldment.
and install hose sheave to intermediate mast. Tighten the nuts to 18 N•m (159 lbf in). Connect
Install chain sheave to intermediate mast. the hydraulic lines and fittings between the
lowering control valve housing and main lift
2. Put outer mast on floor with carriage side up. cylinders. See Figure 32.
Connect a crane with a capacity of at least See , , for lift truck GLP/GDP050LX (B974),
907 kg (2000 lb) to the center of the intermediate equipped with optional mast.
mast weldment. Fit the lower stub shafts of the
intermediate mast weldment into the notches in
the top of the outer mast weldment. Slide the
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10. Connect main lift chains to chain anchors at the 3. Install mast on drive axle. Install capscrews and
main lift cylinder mounts. Put lift chains over chain washers that hold retainer caps and mast
sheaves and connect them to the chain anchors assembly to drive axle. Tighten capscrews to
at the bottom of the inner mast weldment. 115 N•m (85 lbf ft).
11. Install the free-lift cylinder in the mounts on the 4. Install tilt cylinder rod end to outer mast. See
inner mast. See Cylinder Repair (Mast S/N Cylinder Repair (Mast S/N A698 and A699)
A698 and A699) 2100YRM1770 for procedures. 2100YRM1770 for procedures.
12. Install the hose sheave for the free-lift cylinder. 5. Connect hydraulic line to lowering control valve.
Tighten the capscrew for the hose sheave to See Figure 32.
66 N•m (49 lbf ft). Install the hydraulic hose and
tubing for the free-lift cylinder. See Figure 33 for lift truck GLP/GDP050LX
(B974), equipped with optional mast.
13. Connect the free-lift chains to the chain anchors
at the crossmember. Attach a wire between the 6. Install the carriage and forks. See sections
end of the lift chain and the bottom of the mast to Carriage Repair and Forks Replacement.
control the lift chain during mast installation.
7. Check tilt cylinder adjustment. Operate mast and
check tilt cylinders for leaks. See section
INSTALL Cylinder Repair (Mast S/N A698 and A699)
1. Lubricate bushings with chassis lube and install 2100YRM1770 for procedures. Check lift chains
them into the mounts at bottom of outer mast. as described in Lift Chain Adjustment.
See Figure 30.
NOTE: The load rollers and sheaves have sealed
bearings and do not need additional lubrication.
8. Lubricate sliding surfaces and load roller surfaces
along the full length of the channels as shown in
Figure 36. Apply chassis lube only to surfaces
indicated in Figure 36.
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Standard
Install
WARNING
Before working on or near the mast, see
Safety Procedures When Working Near Mast in NOTE: PARTS OF MAST OMITTED FOR CLARITY.
this section. THREE-FUNCTION MAST SHOWN.
NOTE: The carriage height must be correct before A. HEADER HOSE A
header hoses can be adjusted. See B. HEADER HOSE B
Lift Chain Adjustment for carriage adjustment
procedures. 1. ALIGN MARK G FOR HOSE A AND B AT
BOTTOM OF CLAMP
NOTE: This procedure is for the four-function option. 2. CLAMP
The three-function option will only have hoses A and 3. ALIGN MARK E FOR HOSES A AND B AT
B. BOTTOM OF CLAMP
4. CONNECTION TO COWL HOSES
1. Mark each hose with a single letter: A and B. See
Figure 37. Figure 37. Three-Stage FFL Header Hose
Arrangement
2. Determine dimensions E, G, and H. See
Figure 38 and Table 4, Table 5, and Table 6.
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3. Clamp the end of hose (the smaller fitting) that 4. Mark all hoses with dimensions E, G, and H. All
attaches to the carriage in a vise (DO NOT clamp measurements are made from carriage end of
on threads). Pull on the other end until hose is hose (the smaller fitting).
straight. DO NOT apply enough force to stretch
the hose. See Figure 38. 5. Attach hose to carriage bracket with clamp.
Tighten hardware for clamps to
18 N•m (159 lbf in). Apply grease to surface of
hose guide that contacts hoses. See Figure 39.
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6. Place hoses over the top of free-lift chains and 12. Connect header hoses to cowl hoses. See
under the hose guides. See Figure 39. Attach the Figure 37.
hose guides to the lower crossmember and
tighten mounting hardware to 33 N•m (24 lbf ft). 13. Use rubber clamps and strap clamps to attach
Make sure bracket is between crossmember and header hoses to main lift cylinders. Make sure
hose guide. Put clamps over hoses and attach header hoses do not stretch or fold while tilting
the clamps to free-lift bracket (DO NOT tighten the mast fully forward or backward.
the hardware). Align marks for H with top of
clamp. 14. With no load on the forks, check the header hose
adjustment by operating the mast through the full
NOTE: To make the alignment of dimension E easier, lift cycle two times.
use a crane with a capacity of at least 907 kg (2000 lb)
to raise carriage high enough to attach a safety chain. 15. When properly adjusted, the header hoses will
See Safety Procedures When Working Near Mast. not be so tight that they compress when they
pass over the sheaves nor will they be so loose
7. Align the mark for dimension E at the bottom of that they touch the load backrest or any
the clamp to create the proper hose tension. crossmember that is next to a sheave. If the
Tighten hardware to 8 N•m (71 lbf in). Install hose header hoses require additional adjustment, see
guards. Tighten capscrews that mount the guards Adjust.
to 66 N•m (49 lbf ft).
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WARNING
Before working on or near the mast, see
Safety Procedures When Working Near Mast in
this section.
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Figure 40. Header Hose Arrangement for Three-Stage Full Free-Lift Mast (Sheet 1 of 3)
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Figure 40. Header Hose Arrangement for Three-Stage Full Free-Lift Mast (Sheet 2 of 3)
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Figure 40. Header Hose Arrangement for Three-Stage Full Free-Lift Mast (Sheet 3 of 3)
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Figure 41. Header Hose Measurement for Three-Stage Full Free-Lift Mast
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3. Clamp the end of the hose (the smaller fitting) 9. Preassemble hoses onto upper sheave and
that attaches to the carriage in a vise (DO NOT stubshaft weldment with spacer, washer and
clamp on the threads), and pull on the other end capscrew. Position hose so female end of hoses
until the hose is straight. DO NOT apply enough are toward back of the mast.
force to stretch the hose.
10. Using a nut, install sheave assembly onto mast in
NOTE: These marks will be used to pretension the upper corner. Tighten to 53 N•m (39 lbf ft). See
header hose during installation. Figure 40.
4. Place a mark on hoses (2) at dimensions E and G
11. Route male end of hoses (2) through hose guide
(all measurements are made from the carriage
and up the back of the free-lift cylinder.
end of the hose [the smaller fitting]). See
Figure 40 and Table 7. 12. Align mark E with bottom of clamp located on
mounting plate on the inside of the mast. Using
5. Attach the hoses to the carriage bracket with
two capscrews, install clamp to plate. Tighten
clamps. Apply spray lubricant to the surface of the
capscrews to 8 N•m (71 lbf in).
hose guide that contacts the hoses.
13. Connect hoses (1) and (2) at back of free-lift
6. Place the hoses over the top of the free-lift chains
cylinder.
and under the hose guard bracket. Attach the
hose guard to left and right hose guard brackets, 14. Install strap clamp 75 mm (3.0 in.) above fittings
tighten the capscrews to 18 N•m (13 lbf ft). on back side of free-lift cylinder.
Make sure the right and left hose guard brackets
are secured properly to the free lift cylinder. If 15. Route hoses (2) over bracket in upper corner of
necessary tighten capscrews to 66 N•m (49 lbf ft). mast. Secure hoses using clamp and two
Also ensure the hoses are routed to the outside of capscrews. Align mark G at bottom of clamp.
the roller located on the inside (mast side) of the Tighten capscrews to 8 N•m (71 lbf in).
free lift cylinder assembly. See Figure 40.
16. Install upper and lower clamps to main lift
NOTE: The header hose configuration on this model cylinder.
lift truck is composed of two hoses, the free lift header
hose and the main lift header hose. 17. Connect header hoses to cowl hoses.
7. Hang hoses over hose sheave on free-lift cylinder 18. Use the rubber clamps and strap clamps to attach
crosshead with dimension D in front. Align mark D the hoses to the main lift cylinders. Make sure the
with bottom of clamp and using two capscrews hoses do not stretch or fold while tilting the mast
attach to carriage bracket. Tighten capscrews to fully forward and backward.
8 N•m (71 lbf in). See Figure 40.
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1. MAST
2. CARRIAGE
3. FORK
4. HEEL OF FORK IS
12.0 +3.0/−6.0 mm (0.47 +0.12/−0.24 in.) ABOVE
FLOOR LEVEL
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Mast Adjustments
LOAD ROLLER ADJUSTMENT the clearance and adjust shims after repairs have
been completed.
NOTE: Shims are installed on both sides of the load
rollers. Do not add or remove shims from the stub 1. The load rollers control the alignment of the mast
shafts. To change the position of the roller on the stub uprights. See Figure 44. The alignment conditions
shaft, move the shims from one side of the load roller are given on a list below with the most important
to the other. condition first.
During assembly, the shim arrangement will be
approximately the same as before disassembly. Check
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NOTE: USE SHIMS TO KEEP CARRIAGE AND MAST UPRIGHTS PARALLEL, TO GIVE APPROXIMATELY
EQUAL SPACE BETWEEN BOTH SIDES OF CARRIAGE AND UPRIGHTS, AND TO GIVE ZERO CLEARANCE
AT POINT OF TIGHTEST FIT.
a. The mast uprights must be parallel to each c. The number of shims under a load roller must
other. be approximately the same as the stub shaft in
the opposite side of the upright. This ensures
b. Use shims to adjust load rollers so there is the uprights will be approximately in the center.
zero clearance between load roller and
channel at point of tightest fit. 2. Perform the following steps to adjust the mast
load rollers:
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a. Use a crowbar to move mast uprights from d. Measure distance between channels of mast
side to side to measure movement. Measure uprights on top and bottom. Change shims to
movement in a minimum of three different keep distance equal between top and bottom
positions of each mast upright. so mast uprights are parallel. Also make sure
the mast uprights are parallel within
b. Separate mast uprights and change shim 1.5 mm (0.060 in.).
arrangements as required. Assemble uprights.
Slide upright all the way to the top and bottom 3. Adjust strip bearings. See Figure 45. Insert shims
to find the tightest fit. under strip bearing. Adjust clearance until there is
less than 0.8 mm (0.030 in.) at the tightest fit. See
c. Repeat Step a and Step b until there is zero Figure 44.
clearance at the point of the tightest fit.
MAST SIDE KICKING ADJUSTMENT shims will need to either be added or removed
from the top of the left main lift cylinder. For main
To adjust the mast for side kicking, do the following: lift cylinder shim locations see Figure 45 .
1. Place the lift truck on a level surface and apply 4. If shims are to be added, use the smallest shim
the parking brake. size available on the cylinder being adjusted. See
the Parts Manual for shim sizes and part
2. Raise the mast and visually inspect it as it
numbers.
reaches its full height.
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4000 YRM 1773 Carriage Adjustment
Carriage Adjustment
1. Install the load rollers on the carriage. Install the 3. Remove the carriage from the mast. Adjust the
shims for the rollers in the same sequence on the shim arrangement for each load roller for
stub shaft as before disassembly. clearance between the load roller and the inner
mast weldment. Repeat Step 1 and Step 2 until
there is zero clearance at the point of tightest fit.
WARNING
The mast is heavy. The mast can weigh 4. Keep the shim arrangement between the middle
approximately 907 kg (2000 lb). Make sure all and bottom load rollers on the same side of the
lifting devices (hoists, cables, chains, slings, etc.) carriage approximately equal. Also keep the shim
are suitable and of adequate capacity to lift the arrangement on each side of the carriage
motor. approximately equal. The carriage must be
parallel with the inner mast weldment within
2. Use a crane to raise the carriage up the inner ±1.50 mm (±0.06 in.).
mast weldment. Find the tightest fit between the
load rollers and the inner mast weldment.
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