Section 7.Component Procedures

Lift CylinderHydraulic Components

Lift Cylinder

Removal

Hot oil under pressure may be present. Be certain truck is safely blocked and pressure is released . Some spillage of hydraulic oil may occur.

1.Park the truck on a level surface and apply the brake.

2.Fully extend the cylinder to inspect the rod for gouges or pits. If gouges or pits are detected, remove the cylinder for repair. Lower the fork carriage.

3.Raise the fork carriage enough to place a block under the assembly. Lower the fork carriage onto the block. The assembly will rest on the block with slack in the lift chain.

7.Remove the lift chain by first removing the cotter pin, then the chain pin and washer.

8.Remove the adjustable guide screws and nuts from the inner mast crosstie.

4.If the cylinder does not fully collapse on its own, hold down the lower button and have a second person pull down on the chain to force the cylinder all the way down.

5.If equipped with the optional keypad, press the red OFF ( O ) key. Place the Main ON/OFF Switch in the OFF position. Disconnect the battery connector from the truck.

6.Remove the forks.

Hot oil under pressure may be present. Make sure the truck is safely blocked and the pressure is released. Some spillage of hydraulic oil may occur.

9.Disconnect the hydraulic hose from the base of the hydraulic cylinder. Place a shallow receptacle under the cylinder to catch any spillage of hydraulic oil that may occur.

10.Remove the two captivating bolts from the upper cylinder bracket. See Figure7-84.

11.Remove the hydraulic cylinder from the truck.

Disassembly/Assembly

Contact your local authorized Raymond Sales and Service Center for information on installing a seal kit.

7-78Publication: 1146947, Revised: 12 Jan 2017