Product Description
Starter (heavy duty)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is heavy duty starter 3476620901-HD compatible with standard starter SKU 34766-20901?
A: Starter 3476620901-HD is a heavy duty variant with reinforced solenoid and upgraded brush materials. It is backward compatible with equipment specified for base model 34766-20901, but verify voltage and amperage ratings on your equipment nameplate before ordering.
Q: What forklift equipment does starter 3476620901-HD fit?
A: This heavy duty starter is designed for electric and IC powered forklifts from Crown, Toyota, Raymond, Yale, Hyster, Jungheinrich, Linde, Clark, Mitsubishi, CAT, and BT. Confirm your equipment voltage (12V, 24V, or 36V) and amperage requirements match this SKU.
Q: What is the expected lifespan of starter 3476620901-HD in warehouse use?
A: Under normal multi-shift warehouse conditions, this heavy duty starter is rated for 5000 to 8000 start cycles, typically 2 to 3 years of operation. Life expectancy is shorter in cold start environments or with extended idle periods between shifts.
Q: What symptoms indicate starter 3476620901-HD needs replacement?
A: Replace the starter if you experience slow cranking, grinding noise during start, solenoid clicks but starter does not engage, or complete failure to crank. These indicate internal brush wear or solenoid failure. Starters cannot be repaired and must be replaced as an assembly.
Q: How is starter 3476620901-HD different from starter 34766-20901-HD?
A: Starter 3476620901-HD and 34766-20901-HD are both heavy duty variants, but SKU formats differ. These may be alternate part number formats for the same or similar components. Verify your equipment nameplate and contact us to confirm which exact SKU your forklift requires.