Forklift Stalling While Driving：A Safety Guide for Every Operator

A must-read for forklift drivers! Do you do this in your daily work? Slamming on the accelerator to force a start, "throttle" the engine before shutting down... These common actions are quietly damaging your forklift! If a forklift suddenly stalls, it will not only interrupt the work process and delay the construction period, but also pose a safety hazard while driving. If a forklift suddenly stalls, it will not only interrupt the work process and delay the construction period, but also pose a safety hazard while driving. Whether you are a novice forklift operator or an experienced maintenance technician, you need to have a clear understanding of the common causes of forklift stalls, emergency response methods, and daily prevention techniques. Today, we will show you the correct operating guidelines for diesel forklifts, which can save you tens of thousands of dollars in repair costs at a critical moment!

Must-do self-checks before starting

1.Three fluid checks

✔️Coolant level (between the scale lines)

✔️Oil dipstick (clean and recheck)

✔️Fuel gauge (keep a quarter of the fuel for emergency use)

2. Electrical system check

��Battery electrolyte should be 10-15mm above the plate.

��Full vehicle lighting test (turn signals/headlights/hazard lights).

3. Mechanical component inspection.

��Tire pressure (refer to tire pressure markings).

��Appearance inspection (for signs of oil/water leaks).

Correct Cold Start Techniques

Golden Steps:

① Apply the parking brake → ② Return the gear to neutral → ③ Power on and perform a self-test

④ Fully depress the clutch with your left foot → ⑤ Lightly press the accelerator 1/3 of the way → ⑥ Start within 5 seconds

��Winter Must-Read: Manually start the fan in temperatures below -20°C to prevent the water pump from freezing!

⚠️Three fatal mistakes

❌ Using an open flame to heat the oil pan (highly likely to cause a fire)

❌ Starting the car more than three times in a row (battery over-discharged, resulting in failure)

❌ Force-starting the car with a trailer (transmission gears cracked)

Safe Stall Tips

Special Precautions for Diesel Engines:

Idle for 3 minutes after operation (turbocharger cooldown)

Turn off the air conditioner before shutting down the engine (to protect the compressor)

Strictly avoid stalling by "accelerating the throttle" (this can cause carbon deposits in the cylinder)

Emergency Treatment for Sudden Stalls

Don't panic if you encounter a sudden stall while driving! Follow these steps to troubleshoot:

1️⃣ Check the oil level (check if the fuel gauge is malfunctioning)

2️⃣ Bleed air (loosen the oil pump bleed screw)

3️⃣ Check the oil line (pinch the oil line to check for blockage)

4️⃣ Replace the filter (recommended mandatory replacement every 500 hours)

A forklift stall may seem like a minor malfunction, but it can impact operational efficiency, pose safety risks, and even shorten the service life of the forklift. Whether it's emergency response to a sudden stall or routine preventative maintenance, mastering the correct methods makes it easy. We hope this article will help operators, maintenance personnel, and business managers avoid stalling and maintain efficient and safe operation. If your forklift has a special flameout situation, please contact us and discuss solutions together!