Product Description
Pivot pin
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What function does the YL 585004001 pivot pin serve?
A: The YL 585004001 is a pivot pin that provides the rotational axis for steering or load linkage assemblies on Yale electric lift trucks. This is a critical structural component that must be replaced when wear or fracture compromises directional control or load stability.
Q: Which Yale electric lift truck models use the YL 585004001?
A: The YL 585004001 pivot pin is used in multiple Yale electric pallet jack and reach truck models. Verify your specific equipment serial number and model designation to confirm pivot pin diameter, length, and load rating match your application.
Q: What material is the YL 585004001 pivot pin made from?
A: Yale pivot pins are typically hardened steel with zinc plating or equivalent corrosion protection for warehouse environments. The hardened surface resists galling and wear from repeated pivot motion under load, extending service intervals beyond soft steel alternatives.
Q: What symptoms indicate the YL 585004001 needs replacement?
A: Symptoms include excessive play or looseness in steering assemblies, clunking sounds during turns, visible radial movement at pivot points, or sudden loss of directional control. These conditions create safety hazards and must be corrected immediately.
Q: How often should the YL 585004001 pivot pin be inspected?
A: Perform visual inspection and play checks on pivot pins every 250 operating hours or quarterly, whichever is shorter. High-use warehouse equipment may require replacement every 1000 to 2000 hours depending on load weight and operating surface conditions.