While you are researching linde e 18 (series 386) 1800kg counterbalance forklift in and around Sandown PO36 check the state of the forks on any second hand forklift you look at. Bent forks may need to be replaced. The best way to check this is simply to put the mast in a vertical position and lower the forks to the floor. Once at the floor use a tape to check that both fork tips are the same height from the ground.

While trying to find linde e 18 (series 386) 1800kg counterbalance forklift in and around Sandown PO36 if you are looking at a used or second-hand forklift it is worth testing the hydraulic pumps before purchase as repairs can be expensive. Many forklifts have an internal chain-driven hydraulic pump that makes a clacking sound if there are major problems with it.

Whilst you are searching for linde e 18 (series 386) 1800kg counterbalance forklift in and around Sandown PO36 you may need to be aware that an employee was awarded compensation to help pay for a specially adapted house for him to live in and round-the-clock care costs after the forklift truck he was driving fell onto him causing spinal and head injuries. It was found that his employer had permitted him to operate the forklift truck without any training or a valid licence.