Contact Kit for Electric Lift Truck

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is included in contact kit 5118698-01 and what is its amperage rating?
A: This is a 100 ampere contact kit designed to service and maintain DC magnetic contactors in electric lift trucks. The kit contains replacement contact sets compatible with 100A rated contactors. This is a wear item used when main and auxiliary contacts show erosion or pitting from electrical arcing.

Q: What equipment types and brands use this 100 amp contact kit?
A: Contact kit 5118698-01 is compatible with 100 ampere DC magnetic contactors used in Yale, Crown, Toyota, Raymond, and similar electric forklifts and material handling equipment. Verify that your equipment uses a 100A contactor before ordering. Contact kits are not interchangeable across different amperage ratings.

Q: When should this contact kit be used?
A: Contact kits are used when electrical contacts in a DC contactor become burned, pitted, or corroded, resulting in poor electrical connection or intermittent power supply symptoms. When contacts show visible erosion or the equipment exhibits erratic electrical behavior, replacing contacts using this kit restores reliable switching performance.

Q: Is this a universal contact kit or equipment-specific?
A: This kit is designed for 100 ampere contactors across multiple brands and models. However, contact configurations and dimensions vary between manufacturers. Verify the contact size, quantity, and mounting style match your specific contactor before ordering to ensure proper fit and function.