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5.5.1 Replacing the operator’s platform gas spring
The gas spring of the operator’s platform can be replaced either with the platform in place or with the platform removed completely from the truck frame. Instructions for replacing the operator’s platform gas spring are provided below, but the same instructions can be applied also while working with the platform removed.
1. Remove the rubber mat from the operator’s platform by pulling it from one corner.
2. Lift the operator’s platform up.
3. Open the locking spring using a screwdriver. Also remove the ball joint if needed.
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4. Carefully lower the operator’s platform.
5. Pull the gas spring out through the hole in the operator’s platform.
6. Push the new spring into place, making sure that the spring’s head is positioned correctly into the slot inside the operator’s platform.
7. Carefully lift the operator’s platform, making sure that the new spring does not fall out. 8. Tighten the gas spring locking spring and install the ball joint if it was removed earlier. 9. Lower the operator’s platform. 10. Attach the rubber mat to the operator’s platform.
© Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks 2013. All rights reserved. Revision: C Document ID: 615026 46 (214)
