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OPERATOR’S MANUAL EPJ-25 ELECTRIC PALLET JACK ACTUAL PRODUCT MAY NOT APPEAR EXACTLY AS SHOWN WARNING Do not operate or service this product unless you have read and fully understand the entire contents of this manual. Failure to do so may result in property damage, bodily injury or death.
EPJ-25 ELECTRIC PALLET JACK—OPERATOR’S MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY PROCEDURES EXCLUSION OF LIABILITY OWNER’S PURCHASE RECORD WARRANTY CHECK SHIPMENT BEFORE ASSEMBLY AND/OR USE 5.1 LOADING SPECIFICATION 5.2 MAXIMUM INCLINES OR DECLINE GRADES 5.3 SAFETY WITH TALL LOADS EPJ-25 HAND PALLET TRUCK SPECIFICATIONS...
EPJ-25 ELECTRIC PALLET JACK—OPERATOR’S MANUAL 1.0 SAFETY PROCEDURES Do not operate this truck unless you have been trained and authorized to do so. Do not operate this truck until you have read and understood all of the safety information and instructions contained herein and on the truck.
Warranty Registration at www.bluegiant.com. For more information about Blue Giant Warranty Support, please contact your local Blue Giant Equipment dealer, representative or authorized partner near you. You may also visit www.bluegiant.com or phone 1.905.457.3900.
EPJ-25 ELECTRIC PALLET JACK—OPERATOR’S MANUAL 5.0 CHECK SHIPMENT BEFORE ASSEMBLY AND/OR USE The hand pallet truck is to be carefully checked at the manufacturer’s plant before shipment. In order to ensure that no damage has occurred during transport, the hand pallet truck should be checked upon receipt for transport damage and to ensure correct operation.
EPJ-25 ELECTRIC PALLET JACK—OPERATOR’S MANUAL 6.0 EPJ-25 HAND PALLET TRUCK SPECIFICATIONS The following data must always be specified to ensure correct processing of your spare parts order: A) Truck type (capacity) B) Serial number of the truck C) Complete Part Number...
EPJ-25 ELECTRIC PALLET JACK—OPERATOR’S MANUAL 7.0 NAME PLATE AND WARNING DECAL LOCATIONS WARNING This truck is equipped with a battery. Read and heed the following warning plus any other warnings located near or on the battery. ISSUE DATE: DECEMBER 7, 2020 REV. 1.0 (PART # 038-1074E)
EPJ-25 ELECTRIC PALLET JACK—OPERATOR’S MANUAL 8.0 LOAD CAPACITY Do not overload truck. Check name plate for load weight capacity and load center information. The load capacity depends on the load center. The load maximum capacity listed on the capacity plate assumes a uniform load whose center is at 1/2 the length of the fork and centered between the forks.
EPJ-25 ELECTRIC PALLET JACK—OPERATOR’S MANUAL 9.0 BEFORE OPERATION The table on page 10 covers important inspection points on trucks which should be checked prior to operation. Depending on use, some trucks may require ad- ditional checks. The illustration below shows a sample format for an Operator Checklist.
EPJ-25 ELECTRIC PALLET JACK—OPERATOR’S MANUAL 10.0 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE CONDITION ACTION Transmition and Check for signs of fluid leakage and/or abnormal hydraulic systems noise. Forks and frame Check for cracks and damage. Guards and load Check that safety guards are properly secured and backrest not damaged.
CONTROL HANDLE On the EPJ-25 pushing the red disconnect plunger removes all power from the truck circuits in the event of an emergency. ISSUE DATE: DECEMBER 7, 2020 REV. 1.0 (PART # 038-1074E)
EPJ-25 ELECTRIC PALLET JACK—OPERATOR’S MANUAL 11.1 OPERATION - DRIVING INSTRUCTIONS Control Handle All directional and speed controls are located on the control handle. Forward and reverse are controlled by rotating the speed control lever as shown. The lever is spring loaded to return to neutral when released. Further rotation in either direction will progress the truck from slow to maximum travel speed.
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Raise the steering arm until vertical to apply the parking brake. Fully lower forks. Remove the key from the keyhole. On the EPJ-25 push the red disconnect plunger to remove all power from the truck circuits. Steering Arm Braking Positions...
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EPJ-25 ELECTRIC PALLET JACK—OPERATOR’S MANUAL Load Handeling Handle only loads arranged for stability and always use caution. Raise and lower the load smoothly to prevent the load from falling. WARNING Always be sure the load and load center are within the capacity of the truck.
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EPJ-25 ELECTRIC PALLET JACK—OPERATOR’S MANUAL Battery Charging When 1 Green + 1 Red LEDs are lit up charging is in progress. When the 2 Red LEDs are lit up charging is complete. The figure below shows the top view of the charger base contact pins, make sure you plug in the battery accordingly.
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EPJ-25 ELECTRIC PALLET JACK—OPERATOR’S MANUAL WARNING Before installing the battery make sure that the truck key is not on. When plugging in the battery on the truck make sure that the contact pins on the battery match those on the truck.
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EPJ-25 ELECTRIC PALLET JACK—OPERATOR’S MANUAL The following operating instructions appear on the truck warning decal, which is located near the steering arm. Do not operate this truck unless you have been trained and authorized to do so, and have read and understand all warnings and instructions contained in this operator’s manual and on this truck.
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EPJ-25 ELECTRIC PALLET JACK—OPERATOR’S MANUAL Wear foot protection and keep feet clear of truck. Do not carry passengers. Observe applicable traffic regulations. Yield right-of-way to pedestrians. Slow down and sound horn at cross aisles and wherever vision is obstructed. 18 ISSUE DATE: DECEMBER 7, 2020 REV. 1.0 (PART # 038-1074E)
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EPJ-25 ELECTRIC PALLET JACK—OPERATOR’S MANUAL Start, stop, travel, steer and brake smoothly. Slow down for turns and on uneven or slippery surfaces that could cause truck to slide or overturn. Use special care when traveling without load as the risk of overturn may be greater.
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EPJ-25 ELECTRIC PALLET JACK—OPERATOR’S MANUAL Do not handle loads which are higher than load backrest or load backrest extension unless load is secured so that no part of it could fall backward. When leaving truck neutralize travel control. Fully lower lifting mechanism and set brake.
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EPJ-25 ELECTRIC PALLET JACK—OPERATOR’S MANUAL NOTES ISSUE DATE: DECEMBER 7, 2020 REV. 1.0 (PART # 038-1074E)
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EPJ-25 ELECTRIC PALLET JACK—OPERATOR’S MANUAL NOTES 22 ISSUE DATE: DECEMBER 7, 2020 REV. 1.0 (PART # 038-1074E)
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EPJ-25 ELECTRIC PALLET JACK—OPERATOR’S MANUAL NOTES ISSUE DATE: DECEMBER 7, 2020 REV. 1.0 (PART # 038-1074E)
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