MIL-T-83809(84)
Order of precedence. In the event of a conflict between the text of this specification and the
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references cited herein (except for associated detail specifications, specification sheets or MS stan-
dards), the text of this specification shall take precedence. Nothing in this specification, however, shall
supersede applicable laws and regulations unless a specific exemption has been obtained.
3.
REQUIREMENTS
. The truck shall be a commercial, order selector, high lift rider (in accordance with
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ANSI B56.I) electric powered forklift. The forklift shall be equipped with standard instruments, compo-
nents, and accessories normally required for the safe and effective operation of the truck. The truck shall
be complete with all components that are standard with the contractor's products, whether stipulated
herein or not, together with such accessories, and options, as maybe specified herein. The truck shall be
equipped with all other components and parts not specifically mentioned but necessary to provide a
functional machine and shall conform in quality to that normally provided to the commercial industry.
3.1.1 First article. The supplier shall furnish one truck for examination and testing to prove that his
production methods and choice of design detail will produce trucks that comply with the requirements of
this specification. Examinations and tests shall be as specified in Section 4 and shall be subject to
surveillance and approval by the Government. Approval of the first article truck by the activity concerned
shall not relieve the supplier of his obligation to furnish trucks conforming to this specification. The
approved first article truck shall be presented for acceptance as the last unit for delivery under the
contract after being rehabilitated to a new condition.
ESIGN
3.1.2
3.1.2.1 Design. The truck shall be designed for 3000 pounds minimum capacity at 24 inch load center,
up to the maximum lift height of the truck. The load center is measured from the forward vertical load
carrying surface of the forks.
3.1.2.2 Safety. The truck shall conform to the applicable requirements of ANSI B56.1 and Occupational
Safety and Health Standards requirements of 29 CFR, Chapter XVII, Part 1910.178.
The truck shall operate in any ambient temperature from O°F to
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110°F.
3.1.2.4 Lubrication. Lubrication means shall be provided for all moving parts that require periodic
lubrication. The types of lubrication shall be selected from and in accordance with SAE J754. Grease
lubrications fittings shall conform to SAE J534.
3.1.2.5 Maintainability. All maintenance and servicing functions shall be capable of being performed
using common hand tools or special tools (see 3.8) furnished by the contractor. Provision shall be made
for adjustment, servicing, and replacement of ail electrical assemblies and components, hydraulic system
components, battery, wearing parts of lift and tilt mechanism, brakes and components, wearing parts of
steering assembly, tires, wheels, and horns without removal of any major parts other than covers. There
shall be no interference with servicing or draining of oils and lubricants to or from any assembly or
components by frame members or other obstructions. Drain holes with removable drain plugs shall
provide for complete drainage without disconnection of lines. All drain plugs shall be the magnetic type.
3.1.2.6 Fluid level indicator. All fluid level indicators shall be located where they are readily accessible
without danger of injury to the operator. if a panel must be opened to reach a level indicator, it shall open
without the need of tools, and shall be hinged to stay on the truck when open.
3.1.2.7 Dissimilar metals. Unless protected against electrolytic corrosion, dissimilar metals shall not be
used in intimate contact. Dissimilar metals are defined in MIL-STD-889.
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