ALABAMA LIFT TRUCK TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION
EXAMINATION COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND
DETAILED SOLUTIONS LATEST UPDATE THIS YEAR
JUST RELEASED
1. A technician discovers that a forklift has severely worn steering
components during a scheduled inspection. What should happen
before the truck is returned to service?
A. The operator should drive slowly until parts arrive
B. The truck should be removed from service until repaired
C. The technician should increase the tire pressure
D. The truck should be used only for light loads
Answer: B
Rationale: A powered industrial truck with a condition adversely
affecting safe operation must be removed from service until restored to
safe operating condition. (
2. When troubleshooting an electrical forklift that will not power up,
which diagnostic procedure should generally be performed first?
A. Replace the traction motor immediately
B. Check the hydraulic oil level
C. Verify battery condition, connections, and main electrical supply
D. Replace the steering axle
Answer: C
,Rationale: Basic electrical supply checks can identify common faults
before expensive components are unnecessarily replaced.
3. Why should a lift-truck technician follow the manufacturer's
maintenance schedule rather than relying solely on operating hours?
A. Manufacturer schedules address time-based and usage-based
maintenance requirements
B. Manufacturer schedules eliminate the need for inspections
C. Manufacturer schedules apply only to tires
D. Manufacturer schedules are intended exclusively for operators
Answer: A
Rationale: Manufacturer maintenance schedules incorporate
component wear, lubrication, fluid changes, inspections, and service
intervals necessary for reliable operation.
4. A technician measures battery voltage that appears normal with no
load, but voltage drops dramatically during starting. What is the most
likely concern?
A. Excessive tire pressure
B. Weak battery capacity or high-resistance connections
C. Incorrect fork spacing
D. Low hydraulic temperature
Answer: B
Rationale: A battery can display acceptable open-circuit voltage while
failing under load because of internal deterioration or poor electrical
connections.
,5. What is the primary purpose of inspecting forklift forks for cracks,
bends, and excessive wear before continued operation?
A. To improve fuel economy
B. To increase engine horsepower
C. To prevent structural failure while carrying loads
D. To reduce transmission temperature
Answer: C
Rationale: Damaged forks can fail under load, potentially causing
dropped materials, equipment damage, or severe worker injuries.
6. Why should a technician disconnect the battery before performing
certain electrical repairs on an electric forklift?
A. To increase hydraulic pressure
B. To prevent unintended electrical energy and short circuits
C. To improve battery charging speed
D. To reset the steering controller
Answer: B
Rationale: OSHA specifically requires batteries to be disconnected
before electrical-system repairs on powered industrial trucks. (OSHA)
7. A hydraulic lift cylinder slowly lowers while the control lever
remains neutral and the external cylinder shows no visible leakage.
What should the technician investigate?
A. Internal hydraulic leakage past seals or control-valve components
, B. Tire tread depth only
C. Horn circuit resistance
D. Fork heel dimensions only
Answer: A
Rationale: Internal leakage through cylinder seals or hydraulic valves
can cause gradual load lowering without obvious external fluid leakage.
8. What is the primary function of hydraulic fluid in a conventional
forklift hydraulic system?
A. Provide energy transmission while lubricating and protecting
hydraulic components
B. Cool the battery plates exclusively
C. Inflate pneumatic tires
D. Operate the ignition switch directly
Answer: A
Rationale: Hydraulic fluid transmits pressure and energy while also
providing lubrication, cooling, corrosion protection, and contamination
control.
9. A forklift hydraulic system becomes unusually noisy during lifting.
Which condition should the technician investigate first?
A. Hydraulic aeration or insufficient fluid supply
B. Excessive fork width
C. Incorrect seat position
D. Low tire tread
EXAMINATION COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND
DETAILED SOLUTIONS LATEST UPDATE THIS YEAR
JUST RELEASED
1. A technician discovers that a forklift has severely worn steering
components during a scheduled inspection. What should happen
before the truck is returned to service?
A. The operator should drive slowly until parts arrive
B. The truck should be removed from service until repaired
C. The technician should increase the tire pressure
D. The truck should be used only for light loads
Answer: B
Rationale: A powered industrial truck with a condition adversely
affecting safe operation must be removed from service until restored to
safe operating condition. (
2. When troubleshooting an electrical forklift that will not power up,
which diagnostic procedure should generally be performed first?
A. Replace the traction motor immediately
B. Check the hydraulic oil level
C. Verify battery condition, connections, and main electrical supply
D. Replace the steering axle
Answer: C
,Rationale: Basic electrical supply checks can identify common faults
before expensive components are unnecessarily replaced.
3. Why should a lift-truck technician follow the manufacturer's
maintenance schedule rather than relying solely on operating hours?
A. Manufacturer schedules address time-based and usage-based
maintenance requirements
B. Manufacturer schedules eliminate the need for inspections
C. Manufacturer schedules apply only to tires
D. Manufacturer schedules are intended exclusively for operators
Answer: A
Rationale: Manufacturer maintenance schedules incorporate
component wear, lubrication, fluid changes, inspections, and service
intervals necessary for reliable operation.
4. A technician measures battery voltage that appears normal with no
load, but voltage drops dramatically during starting. What is the most
likely concern?
A. Excessive tire pressure
B. Weak battery capacity or high-resistance connections
C. Incorrect fork spacing
D. Low hydraulic temperature
Answer: B
Rationale: A battery can display acceptable open-circuit voltage while
failing under load because of internal deterioration or poor electrical
connections.
,5. What is the primary purpose of inspecting forklift forks for cracks,
bends, and excessive wear before continued operation?
A. To improve fuel economy
B. To increase engine horsepower
C. To prevent structural failure while carrying loads
D. To reduce transmission temperature
Answer: C
Rationale: Damaged forks can fail under load, potentially causing
dropped materials, equipment damage, or severe worker injuries.
6. Why should a technician disconnect the battery before performing
certain electrical repairs on an electric forklift?
A. To increase hydraulic pressure
B. To prevent unintended electrical energy and short circuits
C. To improve battery charging speed
D. To reset the steering controller
Answer: B
Rationale: OSHA specifically requires batteries to be disconnected
before electrical-system repairs on powered industrial trucks. (OSHA)
7. A hydraulic lift cylinder slowly lowers while the control lever
remains neutral and the external cylinder shows no visible leakage.
What should the technician investigate?
A. Internal hydraulic leakage past seals or control-valve components
, B. Tire tread depth only
C. Horn circuit resistance
D. Fork heel dimensions only
Answer: A
Rationale: Internal leakage through cylinder seals or hydraulic valves
can cause gradual load lowering without obvious external fluid leakage.
8. What is the primary function of hydraulic fluid in a conventional
forklift hydraulic system?
A. Provide energy transmission while lubricating and protecting
hydraulic components
B. Cool the battery plates exclusively
C. Inflate pneumatic tires
D. Operate the ignition switch directly
Answer: A
Rationale: Hydraulic fluid transmits pressure and energy while also
providing lubrication, cooling, corrosion protection, and contamination
control.
9. A forklift hydraulic system becomes unusually noisy during lifting.
Which condition should the technician investigate first?
A. Hydraulic aeration or insufficient fluid supply
B. Excessive fork width
C. Incorrect seat position
D. Low tire tread
