Used Clark Propane Forklift Richmond
Power
There are many types of forklifts which are powered by propane gas. Forklifts which utilize propane are really simple to refill. The gas is stored inside a pressurized tank on the back of the truck. The propane is pushed into the engine, where it is converted into vapor and the vapor combines with air. The forklift throttle is used to control the flow of vapor. A spark plug fires up the mixture of vapor and air creating pressure which makes the pistons move. The pistons run the hydraulic pump and turn the wheels.
Forklifts that use propane are suggested for use within other buildings and warehouses because they are clean burning with low emissions.
Hydraulics
What allows a forklift to raise and move heavy stuff from one location to another is the hydraulic system. A pump, tubes and cylinders make up the hydraulic system. The pump forces dense fluid through the tubing and into the cylinders. The build up of pressure pushes a piston, that raises the forks. When the forks are lowered by the operator, the hydraulic fluid flows out of the cylinders and back into the pump.
Steering
Propane forklifts work well where maneuverability is required. Unlike a car, a forklift makes use of its back wheels to pivot, that enables the forklift to turn fast on a tight radius.
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