Section 1 Description; Introduction; General Description; Nameplate - Big Joe PPT 45 Series Operation, Maintenance, Repair Parts

1-1. INTRODUCTION

This publication describes the PPT 45 lift truck
manufactured by Big Joe Manufacturing Company,
Lincolnwood, Illinois 60646. Covered in this manual are
operating instructions,
instructions, lubrication
maintenance procedures and a complete parts list with
parts location illustrations.
By following the recommendations contained in this
manual, you will receive many years of dependable
service from your Big Joe lift truck.

1-2. GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The self-propelled PPT 45 truck, Figure 1-1, lifts and
transports payloads up to 4500 pounds on rigid forks.
The forward and reverse motion is controlled by either
of two control levers mounted on the control head.
Stopping and turning is controlled by the steering arm.
Lift and Lower is controlled by pushbuttons located on
the control head. The battery-powered lift truck is quiet
and without exhaust fumes.
The reversible DC motor propels the lift truck in forward
or reverse direction throughout the available speed
Logo Plate
And Insert
PPT0104-901336
Section 1
DESCRIPTION
planned maintenance
procedures, corrective
No Rider
Decal
Operationing
Instructions
Big Joe Logo
S/N Location
Figure 1-1. PPT 45 Orientation
range. The PPT 45 lift truck can be driven with forks
raised or lowered. The lift truck must be operated and
stored in an area where it will be protected from the
elements.

1-3. NAMEPLATE

The nameplate (Figure 1-2) is the key for identifying
many of the features of your lift truck. It provides
information such as:
• Model number
• Serial number
• Maximum capacity, load center, and maximum
lift height
• If applicable, alternate capacity, load center,
and maximum lift height
• Truck weight without battery
• Minimum weight of battery
• Battery voltage
Refer to Figure 1-1 for serial number location, if the
nameplate becomes lost or illegible.
Access Panel
Caution Decal
3 places
Name
Plate
Big Joe Logo
I-7001
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