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EKKO EK18RF Manual

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Counter balanced Electric forklift
EK18RF & EK18RFL

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  • Page 1 SPECIFICATION Counter balanced Electric forklift EK18RF & EK18RFL...
  • Page 2 In order to meet the needs of the national environmental protection request, To reduce industrial pollution and improve productivity, we develop new series of EK18RF & EK18RFL Type Counter Balanced Electric Forklift . on the basis of absorption of the advantages of domestic & overseas battery truck, they are especially suitable for cargo loading and unloading, handling, stacking, etc.
  • Page 3 The Statement Our company production model EK18RF & EK18RFL Type 3960LBS Counter Balanced Electric Forklift is a special motor vehicle used in factory ,tourist attractions ,amusement places which is specified by “special equipment safety supervision regulations” .

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1.The General Introduction ..................1 2.Proper usage ......................2 3.Introduction of the product ................4 3.1 Overview of main components ................4 3.2Model Overview ......................4 3.3Truck schematic diagrame & Model parameters ..........5 4.Operating Mechanism diagram ................. 7 5.Operating principle ....................
  • Page 5 7.Hydraulic Schematic diagram ................14 8、Maintenance and care instructions ................ 15 8.1 Repair and Maintenance ..................15 8.2. Routine Maintenance ..................... 16 8.3 Professtional Maintenance Manual ..............16 8.4Battery maintenance, charging and maintenance ........19 9.Safety Caution ..........................28 9.1 General rule ........................28 9.2 Storage and transportation ..................

  • Page 6: The General Introduction

    1.The General Introduction EK18RF & EK18RFL Type Counter Balanced Electric Forklift uses a battery as the power source and AC motor as power to drive the truck through gear transmission, The lifting of the fork and tilt forward & backward is driven by the AC motor hydraulic drive to push the cylinder to lift and lower the cargo, Tilt the cargo forward &...

  • Page 7: Proper Usage

    c. When environment temperature at +40℃,the relative humidity can’t over 50%,at low temperature ,allow bigger relative humidity d. Firm, Flat ground 。 e. It is forbidden to use this car in corrosive environment such as flammable and explosive or acid base Proper use Please using the Counter Balanced Electric Forklift according to this specification.
  • Page 8 After the manufacturer or its successor approves the modification or change ,the capacity name plate ,Label, identification marks, operation and maintenance manual must be changed accordingly Truck damage caused by not following Instruction will lose its warranty.

  • Page 9: Introduction Of The Product

    3.Introduce of the product 3.1 Overview of main components The walking of the forklift is powered by the battery, and the DC power is converted into AC power by the frequency conversion system, which is realized by controlling the AC motor on the driving wheel. The AC motor converts high-speed and low-torque into low-speed and high-torque through a gear reducer, and finally the drive wheels perform actions.

  • Page 10: Model Overview

    This manual brings together the EK18RF & EK18RFL 3960lbs counterbalanced Electric forklift (hereinafter referred to as "forklift"). The forklift model "EK18RF & EK18RFL-18 with a rated load of 3960lbs" meets the requirements of JB/T8452-1996 "Battery Forklift Model Preparation Method", and "RF" is the product code.
  • Page 11 Model EK18RFL EK18RF Power unit Electric Electric Operation Type Rider Rider Q (lbs) Loading capacity 3960 3960 c (Inch) Load centre 19.68 19.68 x (Inch) Axle centre to fork face 11.5 11.5 y (Inch) Wheel base 48.8 48.8 Service weight with battery...

  • Page 12: Operating Mechanism Diagram

    steering type 4.Operating Mechanism diagram The Truck with battery as power producer and Use electric and hydraulic pressure to control, realize walking, fork lifting lowering, mast tilting, forward & backward and other actions. Schematic diagram of operating mechanism: 1.Instrument 2.Steering wheel 3.Grip type operating handle 4.Emergency stop switch...

  • Page 13: Operating Principle

    5.Operating principle Please familiarize yourself with the functions of the switches/buttons on the dashboard before operating the forklift. 5.1 Operation handle diagram 1. Tilt Forward button 2.Tilt backward button 3.Left shifter button 4.Right Shifter button 5.Horn button 6.Safety switch buttton 5.2Start, Traveling and stop Insert the key into the key switch, turn it to the right, and turn the emergency stop switch in the direction indicated by the arrow above the...

  • Page 14: Lifting & Lowering

    5.3 Lifting & Lowering Step on the foot switch when driving, lower the fork to the ground completely, hold the handle lever (must hold down the safety switch) and move to the B direction until it reaches your desired lifting height. If the fork is on the shelf, first carefully move the truck with the pallet rack or separate the truck from the shelf.

  • Page 15: Fork Shift Left & Right

    5.4 Fork shift left & right Step on the foot switch, press the button(3) on the handle joystick, and the fork moves to the left. Step on the foot switch, press the button(4) on the handle joystick, and the fork moves to the right.

  • Page 16: Emergency Situations

    5.7 Emergency situations During operation, if the forklift has an abnormal failure, the power supply needs to be cut off quickly, please press the red emergency stop switch. 5.8 The use of Horn and reversing Horn For the safety of driving, the truck equipped with Horn .To remind others when driving, Press the horn button on the joystick and the horn will ring to warn pedestrians.

  • Page 17: Operation

    5.Parameter adjustment key (Enter) 6.Turtle speed indicator 7.Parking indicator light 8. Fault indicator 9. Lifting lock indicator 10.foot switch indicator light 11.Battery warning light 5.10Operation （1）How to move heavy objects on a cargo pile Slowly drive the forklift to the object to be moved, make the fork parallel to the ground, lift the fork to a height where it can be inserted into the cargo, insert the fork and move it forward slowly, when the fork is fully inserted into the cargo Stop the car and manipulate the lifting handle to lift the heavy object to a...

  • Page 18: Electrical Schematic Diagram

    6.Electrical Schematic diagram...

  • Page 19: Hydraulic Schematic Diagram

    Hydraulic Schematic diagram...

  • Page 20: 8、Maintenance And Care Instructions

    8.Maintenance and care instructions The spare parts of the truck ,especially the safety devices are not allowed to change without permission. The driving speed of the truck must never be changed. All parts supplied by the original manufacturer are subject to strict quality inspection.

  • Page 21: Routine Maintenance

    the approval from the manufacturer. When replacing wheels, ensure that the truck is levelled as delivery state(wheels must be replaced in pairs, i.e. replace right wheel together with left one). Lifting chain and rollers: Chain and rollers will be worn quickly without good lubrication.
  • Page 22 A= Every 250 work hours, but at least once every three months B = Every 500 work hours, but at least once every six months C = Every 2000 work hours, but at least once every 12 months Additional operations should be performed in trial run period: (In initial 50 –...
  • Page 23 Time interval(Month)● Maintain list Check the air gap of the electromagnetic brake ● Brake Check the operation switch to show the function of ● the device and components Check alarm system and safety device ● Check the cable for damage and the terminal is ●...

  • Page 24: Battery Maintenance, Charging And Maintenance

    8.4 battery maintenance, charging and maintenance. Any operation of the battery must be guaranteed to stop the vehicle and put it in a safe position. 8.4.1 maintenance personnel. Battery charging, maintenance and replacement must be operated by qualified professionals. You must carefully read the manual, supply preparation and charging requirements before preparing for the operation.
  • Page 25 8) If the accumulator will not be in use for a long time, it should be recharged and discharged once every month and it should be fully recharged every time. 9) During recharging or using, the liquid level of electrolyte lowers because of water evaporation, so pure water should be added.
  • Page 26 Check whether there is water in the battery box, and if the water is found, absorb it immediately. In addition, batteries should not be stored with electrolyte. If you want to store used and fully charged batteries for a short period of time, you must charge them every month during the storage period to compensate for battery self-discharge and prevent vulcanization or elimination of battery plates.
  • Page 27 the electrolyte concentration and shorten the battery Service life. Note that the electrolyte level should not be too high to prevent the electrolyte from overflowing during charging and discharging, causing short circuit failure. After adjusting the liquid level, the battery should be charged for more than 0.5 hours so that the added distilled water can mix with the original electrolyte evenly.
  • Page 28 t-electrolyte temperature when measuring density 8.4.6 Storage, transportation, and installation of batteries The truck must be stopped on a level ground. To avoid short circuits, the exposed terminals and terminals of the battery must be covered with insulating covers. When the battery is pulled out, the connectors and cables of the removed battery must be properly placed so that they cannot obstruct the access of the battery.
  • Page 29 8.4.7 Charging (1) Initial charging (Our company's products generally have been charged before the initial charging, users do not need to perform this operation) The quality of the initial charge has a greater impact on the battery, and it must be operated by personnel with certain experience.
  • Page 30 0.25I5A is used for the second stage of initial charge (30A for D-600 battery); During the charging process, the temperature of the electrolyte should not exceed 45°C. When it is close to 45°C, the charging current should be halved, or the charging should be suspended;...
  • Page 31 The charger matched with the battery can automatically adjust the charging current according to the state of charge of the battery until the battery is fully charged. (For observation of the charging status, please refer to the manual of the charger) In order to understand the condition of the battery in time, it is recommended to establish a charge and discharge record for each battery, so as to provide a useful basis for judging whether the battery fails in the future.
  • Page 32 The equalizing charging method is simple and can be operated according to the charger manual. Normally used batteries shall be equalized and charged every 2 to 3 months. Batteries that have not been used for a long time should be balanced and charged before use.

  • Page 33: Safety Caution

    9.Safety Caution 9.1 General rule 9.1.1 The operator must have a forklift operation qualification which proved by the relevant departments of the training before driving truck.。 9.1.2 The operator must read the instructions before use all of the content, after fully understand operation method can drive Truck.

  • Page 34: Check Before Using

    ○ Such as discontinued for a long time, battery should be added once every 15-day electricity. 9.3 Check before using 9.3.1 New car if there is any damage in transportation, please don't be put into use, and promptly get in touch with the supplier, do proper processing. 9.3.2 New cars in the factory run parts has been filling lubricating oil.
  • Page 35 9.4.5 Safe operation and environmental protection：inspection and maintenance must be performed in accordance with the time intervals on the maintenance list. Parts of the vehicle cannot be changed without any permission, especially safety devices. The operating speed of the truck is not allowed to change. All original spare parts have been verified by quality assurance department.
  • Page 36 9.4.10Distance between truck: keep an appropriate distance, avoid the front vehicle suddenly stop. 9.4.11headroom: When the headroom is below the cargo or mast, it is forbidden to use the vehicle. 9.4.12Using in the elevator and loading platform maneuvering: if there is sufficient loading capacity, won’t affect the operation of the vehicle, and being agreed by the operator of the vehicle, then the elevator and loading platform can be used for vehicle transport.
  • Page 37 The goods on the forks must face uphill. It is forbidden to turn back, move diagonally or park on the ramp. The operator must slow down when going through the ramp and prepare to brake at any time. 9.4.17 Load capability on ground: when the vehicle is in operation, make sure the load pressure of the body weight or wheels on the ground does not exceed the load capacity of the ground .

  • Page 38: Service Manual

    10.Service Manual 1.1 Troubleshooting Fault Cause Treatment The truck cannot The battery connector is not Check the battery connector， move connected connected if necessary Electric lock switch on “OFF” Electric lock switch turns to position “0”position Emergency Stop Switch not Open the Emergency stop switch open Check the battery charge，If it is...

  • Page 39: Preparation Before Repair

    direction connecting cable are not lever and the connecting cable. well-contacted. The vehicle travels The related cable is not Check the battery indicator light and very slow well-connected related cable Controller is damaged. Change the controller The car suddenly The handle which control the started Repair or change forward or back is no reset.

  • Page 40: After-Sales Service

    — Check the horn. Several electromagnetic brake tests need perform immediately after the test 11.After-sales service If there is a fault that cannot be eliminated by professional service personnel, please contact our after-sales service personnel in timer This manual final interpretation retained by manufacturers.

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