A fork truck engine cover convenient to disassemble

The quick-locking mechanism, which uses guide pins and locking pins in conjunction with levers and operating handles, solves the problem of cumbersome disassembly of forklift engine hoods, enabling rapid disassembly and assembly, and improving maintenance efficiency and stability.

CN224677730UActive Publication Date: 2026-08-25JIANGSU FEIDA BAOKAI ELECTRIC
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202522177803.0
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-10-15
Publication Date
2026-08-25
Estimated Expiration
2035-10-15

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Technical Problem

The process of removing the engine cover of a current forklift is cumbersome, time-consuming, and labor-intensive, which may cause delays, especially during emergency troubleshooting.

Method used

The quick-locking mechanism, which uses a guide positioning pin and a locking pin, combined with a lever linkage and an operating handle, enables tool-free quick assembly and disassembly.

Benefits of technology

It significantly reduces disassembly time from minutes to seconds, improves maintenance efficiency, adapts to different frame tolerances, and prevents cover displacement caused by vibration.

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Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of forklift accessory, disclose a kind of forklift engine cover convenient to disassemble, including installation base, the top of installation base is equipped with the positioning hole of symmetrical arrangement;Cover body, the bottom of cover body body has integrally formed and respectively corresponding with the positioning hole guide positioning pin, and positioning hole and guide positioning pin are adapted;Quick locking mechanism, quick locking mechanism includes fixed part, fixed clamping seat, hinged mounting has lever connecting rod on fixed part, lever connecting rod is hinged and is installed with lock bar, and lock bar and fixed part sliding connection, lock bar is inserted and is installed on fixed clamping seat, locking pin is inserted and installed on fixed clamping seat, lock bar is installed on fixed clamping seat by locking pin.The utility model can shorten the time of disassembly from the minute level of traditional bolt to the second level by the linkage of lever connecting rod and lock bar, in combination with tool-free operation handle, especially suitable for frequent maintenance scene of oil inspection, filter replacement.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of forklift parts technology, and in particular to a forklift engine cover that is easy to disassemble and assemble. Background Technology

[0002] Forklift engine hoods are important protective devices for key components such as the engine assembly, radiator, and air filter. Currently, most forklift engine hoods on the market use traditional bolt fastening methods.

[0003] While bolted connections are secure, routine checks of engine oil and coolant, or troubleshooting, require operators to use specialized tools (such as wrenches and sockets) to remove multiple bolts one by one. This process is cumbersome, time-consuming, and labor-intensive, significantly reducing maintenance efficiency. In particular, the tedious disassembly process can delay troubleshooting, especially during emergency fault diagnosis. Therefore, we propose a forklift engine hood that is easy to disassemble and assemble. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the technical problems raised in the background section, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0005] A forklift engine hood that is easy to assemble and disassemble includes a mounting base, the top of which is provided with symmetrically arranged positioning holes;

[0006] The cover body has an integrally formed guide positioning pin at its bottom, which corresponds to the positioning hole, and the positioning hole is adapted to the guide positioning pin.

[0007] A quick-locking mechanism includes a fixing member mounted on the cover body by screws and a fixing bracket mounted on the mounting base. A lever connecting rod is hinged to the fixing member, and a locking rod is hinged to the lever connecting rod. The locking rod is slidably connected to the fixing member. The locking rod is inserted into the fixing bracket, and a locking pin is inserted into the fixing bracket. The locking rod is installed on the fixing bracket through the locking pin.

[0008] As a technical solution for a forklift engine hood that is easy to disassemble and assemble according to the present utility model, the mounting base has oblong fixing holes for fixing at its four corner edges, and the mounting base is installed on the forklift frame through the oblong fixing holes and fasteners.

[0009] As a technical solution for a forklift engine hood that is easy to disassemble and assemble according to the present utility model, the fixing member has an integrally formed protrusion and guide hole, the fulcrum of the lever connecting rod is hinged to the protrusion, and the locking rod is adapted to and slidably connected to the guide hole.

[0010] As a technical solution for a forklift engine cover that is easy to disassemble and assemble according to the present utility model, wherein: an operating handle is installed on the lever linkage, and the operating handle is located on the outside of the cover body.

[0011] As a technical solution for a forklift engine cover that is easy to disassemble and assemble according to the present utility model, wherein: the locking rod is provided with a locking hole corresponding to the locking pin, and the locking hole is adapted to the locking pin.

[0012] As a technical solution for a forklift engine cover that is easy to disassemble and assemble according to the present utility model, the locking rod is installed on the fixed bracket through the locking hole and the locking pin.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has at least the following beneficial effects:

[0014] 1. This utility model, through the linkage of lever and locking rod, combined with tool-free operating handle, can reduce the disassembly time from minutes to seconds compared to traditional bolts, making it particularly suitable for frequent maintenance scenarios such as oil checks and filter replacements.

[0015] 2. This utility model uses a combination of guide positioning pins to prevent misalignment and locking pins to prevent loosening, so as to avoid vibration causing the cover to shift. Combined with elongated oval fixing holes, it allows for installation position adjustment, adapts to different frame tolerances, and reduces assembly difficulty. Attached Figure Description

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort. Among them:

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the assembled structure of this utility model.

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the quick-locking mechanism of this utility model in its separated state.

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the quick-locking mechanism of this utility model.

[0020] Figure 4 This is an exploded structural diagram of the quick-locking mechanism of this utility model.

[0021] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0022] In the diagram: 1. Mounting base; 101. Positioning hole; 102. Oblong fixing hole; 2. Cover body; 201. Guide positioning pin; 301. Fixing component; 3011. Protrusion; 3012. Guide hole; 302. Lever connecting rod; 3021. Operating handle; 303. Locking rod; 3031. Locking hole; 304. Fixing bracket; 305. Locking pin. Detailed Implementation

[0023] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0024] It should be noted that all directional indicators (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.) in this utility model embodiment are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of each component in a certain specific posture (as shown in the figure). If the specific posture changes, the directional indicator will also change accordingly.

[0025] Meanwhile, the meaning of "and / or" or "and / or" appearing throughout the text is that it includes three options. Taking "A and / or B" as an example, it includes option A, option B, or an option that satisfies both A and B.

[0026] Furthermore, in this utility model, descriptions involving "first," "second," etc., are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. Additionally, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but only on the basis of being achievable by those skilled in the art. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, such a combination of technical solutions should be considered non-existent and not within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

[0027] Reference Figures 1-4 A forklift engine hood that is easy to install and remove is provided. This forklift engine hood includes a mounting base 1, and the top of the mounting base 1 is provided with symmetrically arranged positioning holes 101.

[0028] The cover body 2 is made of glass fiber reinforced nylon injection molding. The bottom of the cover body 2 has an integrally formed guide positioning pin 201 that corresponds to the positioning hole 101. The positioning hole 101 and the guide positioning pin 201 are adapted to each other. In application, the positioning hole 101 and the guide positioning pin 201 cooperate to achieve precise alignment between the cover body 2 and the mounting base 1, avoid installation offset, and improve assembly efficiency.

[0029] The quick-locking mechanism includes a fixing member 301 mounted on the cover body 2 by screws and a fixing bracket 304 mounted on the mounting base 1. A lever connecting rod 302 is hinged to the fixing member 301, and a locking rod 303 is hinged to the lever connecting rod 302. The locking rod 303 is slidably connected to the fixing member 301. The locking rod 303 is inserted into the fixing bracket 304, and a locking pin 305 is inserted into the fixing bracket 304. The locking rod 303 is mounted on the fixing bracket 304 through the locking pin 305. In application, the linkage between the lever connecting rod 302 and the locking rod 303 replaces the traditional bolt fastening, realizing quick disassembly and assembly with "one press and lock". It can be operated without tools. At the same time, it cooperates with the fixing bracket 304 and the locking pin 305 to prevent the cover body 2 from shifting due to vibration.

[0030] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 The mounting base 1 has elongated oval fixing holes 102 at its four corner edges for fixing. The mounting base 1 is installed on the forklift frame through the elongated oval fixing holes 102 and fasteners. In application, the design of the elongated oval fixing holes 102 allows the mounting base 1 to be finely adjusted on the frame to adapt to different vehicle models or assembly errors and improve compatibility.

[0031] Reference Figures 2-4 The fixing part 301 has an integrally formed protrusion 3011 and guide hole 3012. The fulcrum of the lever connecting rod 302 is hinged to the protrusion 3011. The locking rod 303 is adapted to and slidably connected to the guide hole 3012. In application, the protrusion 3011 and the guide hole 3012 cooperate to ensure that the locking rod 303 slides along a fixed trajectory, prevents the mechanism from jamming during the locking process, and improves the smoothness of operation.

[0032] Reference Figures 2-4 An operating handle 3021 is installed on the lever link 302, and the operating handle 3021 is located on the outside of the cover body 2. In application, the operating handle 3021 is located on the outside of the cover body 2, which makes it convenient for personnel to operate directly by hand without bending over or using tools.

[0033] Reference Figures 2-4The locking rod 303 has a locking hole 3031 corresponding to the locking pin 305. The locking hole 3031 is adapted to the locking pin 305. The locking rod 303 is installed on the fixed bracket 304 through the locking hole 3031 and the locking pin 305. In application, the locking hole 3031 and the locking pin 305 cooperate. After the locking pin 305 is inserted, a mechanical interlock is formed to prevent the locking rod 303 from accidentally coming out and to ensure the stability of the cover body 2 under driving or vibration conditions.

[0034] The disassembly and assembly principle of this utility model is as follows: Disassembly process: First, pull out the locking pin 305 and put it away. Then, lift the operating handle 3021 from the inclined position to the vertical position. At this time, the lever connecting rod 302 drives the locking rod 303 to retract into the guide hole 3012. Finally, lift the cover body 2 vertically upward. At this time, the guide positioning pin 201 disengages from the positioning hole 101, and the whole process takes a short time.

[0035] Installation process: First, hold the cover body 2 with both hands, align the guide positioning pin 201 with the positioning hole 101 on the mounting base 1 and lower it. Then, gently press the cover body 2 until it is in full contact with the mounting base 1, and move the operating handle 3021 from the vertical position to the tilt position. The locking rod 303 will automatically slide into the fixed card seat 304. Finally, pass the locking pin 305 through the fixed card seat 304 and the locking hole 3031 until locking is completed.

[0036] It should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solution of this utility model and are not intended to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can be made to the technical solution of this utility model without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solution of this utility model, and all such modifications or substitutions should be covered within the scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A forklift engine hood that is easy to disassemble and assemble, characterized in that: include: Mounting base (1), the top of which is provided with symmetrically arranged positioning holes (101); The cover body (2) has an integrally formed guide positioning pin (201) at the bottom of the cover body (2) that corresponds to the positioning hole (101) respectively, and the positioning hole (101) is adapted to the guide positioning pin (201); A quick-locking mechanism includes a fixing member (301) mounted on the cover body (2) by screws and a fixing bracket (304) mounted on the mounting base (1). A lever connecting rod (302) is hinged on the fixing member (301), and a locking rod (303) is hinged on the lever connecting rod (302). The locking rod (303) is slidably connected to the fixing member (301). The locking rod (303) is inserted into the fixing bracket (304). A locking pin (305) is inserted into the fixing bracket (304). The locking rod (303) is mounted on the fixing bracket (304) through the locking pin (305).

2. The forklift engine hood that is easy to disassemble and assemble according to claim 1, characterized in that: The mounting base (1) has elongated oval fixing holes (102) at its four corner edges for fixing. The mounting base (1) is installed on the forklift frame through the elongated oval fixing holes (102) and fasteners.

3. The forklift engine hood that is easy to disassemble and assemble according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixing member (301) has an integrally formed protrusion (3011) and guide hole (3012). The fulcrum of the lever link (302) is hinged to the protrusion (3011). The locking rod (303) is adapted to and slidably connected to the guide hole (3012).

4. The forklift engine hood that is easy to disassemble and assemble according to claim 1, characterized in that: An operating handle (3021) is mounted on the lever link (302), and the operating handle (3021) is located on the outside of the cover body (2).

5. The forklift engine hood that is easy to disassemble and assemble according to claim 1, characterized in that: The locking rod (303) has a locking hole (3031) corresponding to the locking pin (305), and the locking hole (3031) is adapted to the locking pin (305).

6. The forklift engine hood that is easy to disassemble and assemble according to claim 5, characterized in that: The locking rod (303) is mounted on the fixed bracket (304) through the locking hole (3031) and the locking pin (305).