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Summary of Contents for Prins Tiger
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User Manual Prins Tiger 1. F ....................3 OREWORD 2. G ..............4 ENERAL AFETY EGULATIONS 3. S ................6 UMMARY OF COMPONENTS 3.1 Main components ...................... 6 3.2 Driving controls and instrument panel ................7 3.3 Switches and levers ....................12 3.4 Body components ....................
When you want to order some parts, or you have questions/remarks about your forklift truck, please contact Prins Maasdijk. Please: always be sure you know your Service number and Serial number, mentioned on the tag plates in the left and right upper corner of the steering column. Keep it always nearby when you call us.
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User Manual Prins Tiger General Safety Regulations Accidents can occur if the safety regulations are disregarded, insufficient care is taken during maintenance or when operating the machine. You must be aware of the risks entailed in certain actions. This manual describes potentially hazardous situations and the measures to be taken during operation and maintenance.
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User Manual Prins Tiger General Safety Regulations Never walk under an elevated load. This is extremely dangerous. Never carry a person on the forks or on the truck. When lowering the forks, make sure the forks are horizontal or tilted a bit backwards. Never lower the forks when they are tilted forwards.
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►Caution! • The glow indicator lamp (Diesel engine models) is only on for 2 seconds when the engine coolant temperature exceeds 50°C. • If a lamp does not light up, contact Prins Maasdijk and request an inspection. Start Hour meter also serving as diagnosis indicator The hour meter operates when the ignition switch is turned to ON.
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If lamp does not go off, the electrical system may be faulty. Please ask Prins Maasdijk immediately for inspection and repair. Prins Maasdijk, October-2013...
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►Caution! In the following cases, a malfunction may have occurred to the OPS System. Park the vehicle in a safe location and contact Prins Maasdijk to request an inspection. • If the operator leaves the seat, the OPS lamp does not light up.
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The lamp comes on to indicate a problem. If the lamp comes on when the ignition switch is on (irrespective of the engine speed), the corresponding part may be abnormal. Contact Prins Maasdijk to request an inspection. ►Caution! 1 - Brake warning lamp •...
Also, stop driving and ask Prins Maasdijk for inspection if the lamp does not go off 1-2 minutes after the engine starts, or when you race the engine for a while. (For diesel vehicles, the diagnosis lamp may be on for a while to warm up the engine after cold starting.
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Once the speed drops below the set speed while running in neutral, the travel direction is automatically switched. To change travel direction, operate the control lever after travel speed is reduced sufficiently. Ask Prins Maasdijk for changing speed setting. Prins Maasdijk, October-2013...
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User Manual Prins Tiger Summary of components ►Caution! • When the interlock has engaged, release the accelerator pedal and use the brake pedal to reduce speed. After the vehicle has stopped moving, slowly press the accelerator pedal down to start moving again. Disengaging the interlock while the accelerator pedal is pressed down could result in wheel spin.
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User Manual Prins Tiger Summary of components Key-lift interlock When the ignition switch is OFF, the lift will not descend even if the lift lever is lowered. However, if the operator sits properly in the seat and turns the ignition switch ON, the forks can be lowered even if the engine is off (Except mini lever/joy stick models).
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User Manual Prins Tiger Summary of components Mini lever (option) Control lever Lever for shifting between forward and reverse Forward – Push forward Reverse – Pull backward The speed of forward and backward traveling can be adjusted by the extent of pressing the accelerator pedal.
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User Manual Prins Tiger Summary of components Tilt lever Tilt the mast forward and backward. Forward – Push forward Backward – Pull backward Forward or backward tilting speed can be adjusted by the extent of pressing the accelerator pedal and operating the lever.
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User Manual Prins Tiger Summary of components Lift tilt lever Operation to the left and right controls lift, and forward and backward operation control tilt. Raising – Operate the lever to the right Lowering – Operate the lever to the left Forward-tilt –...
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User Manual Prins Tiger Summary of components Parking brake pedal Use the parking brake pedal when parking or stopping. 1. When engaging the parking brake, while stepping on the brake pedal, fully press down on the parking brake pedal. 2. To disengage the parking brake pedal, while stepping on the brake pedal, pull the release lever toward you.
User Manual Prins Tiger Summary of components 3.4 Body components Operator seat The operator’s seat and seat belt are provided for your safety. Get in the habit of using the seat belt whenever you sit on the vehicles. ►Caution! • The seat switch function prevents travelling and load handling operations when the operator is not seated in the seat.
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User Manual Prins Tiger Summary of components Seat belt To fasten your seat belt, pull it out of the retractor and insert the tab into the buckle. You will hear a click when the tab locks into the buckle. Pull on the belt to make sure the buckle is securely latched.
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User Manual Prins Tiger Summary of components 3. Return the seat and arm rests to their normal position. ►Caution! Working on the engine without firm locking of the hood may be hazardous Forks Lift each fork stopper and unlock so that the forks can be shifted left and right.
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User Manual Prins Tiger Summary of components Cabin (option) Canvas cabin 1. Front glass 2. Front wiper 3. Side panel 4. Upper panel 5. Rear glass Half cabin 1. Front glass 2. Front wiper 3. Rear glass Full cabin 1. Front glass 2.
User Manual Prins Tiger Summary of components LPG-version Important information about properties of LPG LPG normally contains a substance that gives it a noticeable odor in concentration of 1/200 or more in air. If a large amount of the LPG is leaking from the tank of the system, it can be detected by the smell.
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User Manual Prins Tiger Summary of components 4. Regulator 5. Filter 6. Solenoid valve LPG TANK AND RELATED PARTS Outflow valve This valve controls the flow of LPG fuel from the LPG tank to the regulator To open the valve – Turn it counterclockwise To shut the valve –...
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User Manual Prins Tiger Summary of components ►Caution! Never depress the accelerator pedal completely. It will send an extra amount of LPG and its heat of vaporization may freeze the regulator and damage the engine. Starting the engine (Gasoline / LPG engine models)
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User Manual Prins Tiger Summary of components CHANGING THE LPG TANK ►Caution! Under no circumstances what so ever may the LPG tank replacement be performed near a lighted cigarette, lighted match, gas stove burner, electric heater, motor or any other electric appliance that emits sparks, flame or any type of fire (referred to collectively as “fire”...
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4. Do not try to start engine until all gas smell is gone. ►Warning! If any gas leakage is found, immediately report to the supervisor for repair by a qualified mechanic of Prins Maasdijk. Tag vehicle “out of service” ►Caution!
User Manual Prins Tiger Pre-operation check Item Inspection Pre-operation checks and weekly inspections are the Previously Correct responsibility of the forklift user. detected Be sure to perform a pre-operation check before malfunctions beginning work to insure safety. Exterior Vehicle body, oil leakage, water leakage, loose parts, exterior ►Warning!
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User Manual Prins Tiger Pre-operation check Hub nut inspection (inner and outer tire) Check the tightness of the hub nuts. Avoid uneven torque and tighten all nuts uniformly. Refer to service data for proper torque. Lamp inspection (Rear view mirror are optional)
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User Manual Prins Tiger Pre-operation check ►Warning! When the engine is hot, it is very dangerous to remove the cap. Coolant level check must always be performed when the engine is cold. Checking hydraulic oil level Always stop the engine and lower the forks to the ground before checking the level of the hydraulic oil, while the vehicle is on level ground.
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User Manual Prins Tiger Pre-operation check Adding engine oil 1. To supply oil, remove the filler cap and pour oil through the filler port. Never let the oil level exceed the F line. 2. The oil to be supplied must be appropriate for the season.
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2. Depress the inching and brake pedal and check that there is no destruction or abnormal resistance ►Caution! Ask Prins Maasdijk for inspection when any abnormality is found 1 – Inching and brake pedal Prins Maasdijk, October-2013...
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User Manual Prins Tiger Pre-operation check Inspection of OPS lamp Sit on the seat, start the engine, and check that the OPS lamp is not lighted. In the following circumstances, a malfunction to the OPS system may have occurred. Park the vehicle at a safe location and contact your dealer.
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3. Push the horn button to check if the horn sounds normally. 4. If any abnormality is found, ask Prins Maasdijk for inspection WHILE TRAVELING SLOWLY Clutch disengagement and slipping Press the inching pedal and check clutch engagement while moving.
User Manual Prins Tiger Weekly maintenance Inspect the items below in addition to the pre-operation items. Have necessary adjustments or replacements performed at your dealer. Please inspect the vehicles thoroughly to insure safety and pleasant working conditions. Weekly (40-hours) inspection items Air cleaner –...
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User Manual Prins Tiger Weekly maintenance How to wash the element 1. Soak the element in water containing neutral detergent for approximately 30 minutes and then wash. Use care not to scratch the filter paper. 2. After washing, rinse the element with clean water (water pressure less than 2.8 kg/cm...
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User Manual Prins Tiger Weekly maintenance Battery electrolyte check 1. The battery electrolyte should be between the upper and lower levels (10 to 15 mm from the top of the plates). 2. If the electrolyte level is below the lower level,...
User Manual Prins Tiger Self-servicing Changing tires ►Caution! • Use proper safety precautions when jacking the vehicle. Never get under the forks or frame. • In the case of a wheel with a divided rim, do not loosen the rim bolts and nuts when loosening the hub nuts.
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►Caution! • Use the fuse having the same capacity as that of the installed one. • If the replaced fuse is blown again, ask Prins Maasdijk for inspection. • Ask Prins Maasdijk to replace the GLOW or ALT fuse, if necessary.
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User Manual Prins Tiger Self-servicing Air purge of the fuel system (Diesel engine models) When fuel has been completely depleted or when maintenance has been performed on the fuel system, be sure to perform air purge in the following sequence.
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1. Try to smell leak. 2. Look for leak. 3. Touch possible leak. See Prins Maasdijk upon finding leak and have them repair tank immediately. ►Caution! Never perform do-it-yourself welding or other repair work for it might cause explosion or fire.
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User Manual Prins Tiger Self-servicing 4. Wet the hose and the LPG tank and regulator connections with soap water or neutral detergent. Look for gas leak. 5. Press the fuel test bar fitted to the regulator a few times toward the outside of the vehicle.
User Manual Prins Tiger Periodic maintenance Periodic inspection and maintenance are If operation time exceeds 250 hours within 6 necessary to keep your forklift truck running weeks use the number of hours as the guide for smoothly. The designated number of hours in the performing periodic inspection.
User Manual Prins Tiger Periodic maintenance 7.2 Periodic maintenance table Inspection method I: Inspect and correct and replace as required T: Tighten C: Clean L: Lubricate M: Measure and correct and adjust as required Inspection period Every 6 weeks Months...
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User Manual Prins Tiger Periodic maintenance POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEM Differential ← ← Oil leakage ← ← Oil level Loose bolts Torque convertor and transmission ← ← Oil leakage ← ← Oil level ← ← Operating mechanism function and looseness ←...
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User Manual Prins Tiger Periodic maintenance BRAKING SYSTEM Brake pedal ← ← Play and reserve ← ← Braking effect Parking brake ← ← Operating force ← ← Braking effect ← ← Linkage and cable looseness and damage Brake pipe and hose ←...
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User Manual Prins Tiger Periodic maintenance HYDRAULIC SYSTEM Cylinder ← ← Cylinder mounting looseness and damage ← ← Rod and screw and rod end deformation and damage ← ← Cylinder operation ← ← Natural drop and natural forward tilt ←...
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User Manual Prins Tiger Periodic maintenance SAFETY DEVICES, ETC. Head guard ← ← Welded portion cracking ← ← Deformation and damage Back rest ← ← Mounting looseness ← ← Deformation, cracking and damage Lighting system ← ← Operation and mounting condition Horn ←...
User Manual Prins Tiger Service data Adjustment value table Item Models 1.5 ton 1.8 ton 2.0-2.5 ton 3.0 ton 3.5 ton series series series series series Fan belt tension (10 kg 8-13 (0.31- ← ← ← ← (22 lb) pressure mm (in) 0.51)
User Manual Prins Tiger Service data Item Models 1.5-1.8 ton 2.0-2.5 ton 3.0-3.5 ton series series series Single 118-196 (12-20) 294-588 (30-60) ← Front tire [87-145] [217-434] Hub nut tightening wheels Double 177-392 (18-40) 177-392 (18-40) 294-588 (30-60) (kg-m) torque...
User Manual Prins Tiger Engine specifications Engine 1DZ-III Fuel type diesel diesel 2.0 – 2.5 – 3.0 1.5 – 1.8 – 2.0 – Truck series 1.5 – 1.8 ton 3.5 ton 3.0 – 3.5 ton 2.5 ton ← ← Displacement (I) 2.486...
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User Manual Prins Tiger Wheels and tires Tiger XL 1 – Right front screen double tire 2 – Left front screen double tire 3 – Front tire 295x50-15 complete 4 – Rim 295x50-15 5 – Front tire 295x50-15 6 – Rim double tire (option) 7 –...
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