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Used to indicate standard equipment. Used to indicate optional equipment. Our trucks are subject to ongoing development. Jungheinrich reserves the right to alter the design, equipment and technical features of the truck. No guarantee of particular features of the truck should therefore be inferred from the present operating instructions.
Table of contents Correct use and application of the truck Truck description Description of application ..............B 1 Description of assemblies and functions ..........B 2 Description of truck ................B 3 Technical data of standard version ............. B 4 Types of hoist frame ................
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Operation Safety instructions for floor conveyor operation ........E 1 Description of the operating controls and indicators ......E 2 Dashboard switches ................E 4 Operating console switches ..............E 4 Information and service indication ............E 5 Information indication ................E 5 LED warning indicators ...............
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Operating safety and environmental protection ........F 1 Safety regulations applicable to truck maintenance ......F 1 Servicing and inspection ..............F 3 Maintenance check list for EFG 213/215/216k/216/218k/218/220 ..F 4 Lubrication plan for EFG 213/215/216k/216/218k/218/220 ....F 7 Consumption type materials ..............F 8 Description of servicing operations .............
A Correct use and application of the truck The „Guidelines for the Correct Use and Application of Industrial Trucks“ (VDMA) are included in the scope of delivery for this truck. The guidelines are part of these oper- ating instructions and must always be heeded. National regulations are fully applica- ble.
Also closed-ground pallets can be picked up. Vehicle types and maximum load capacity: Model max. load capacity *) Load centre EFG 213 1300 kg 500 mm EFG 215 1500 kg 500 mm...
Description of assemblies and functions Item Designation t Overhead guard t Driver's seat t Counterweight t Batteries t Drive axle t Fork carrier t Hoist frame t Steering system...
Description of truck Steering system (8): Low steering forces of 15 N and a good transmission ratio with 5 revolutions of the steering wheel enable comfortable and quick steering. The number of wearing parts has been minimised by means of the rack steering offering the advantage of a compact steering unit.
Technical data of standard version Designation 216(k) 218(k) Height with hoist frame retract- 2000 2150 2000 2000 2000 mm Free lift Length of lift 3000 3300 3000 3000 3000 mm Height with hoist frame 3550 3850 3550 3585 3585 mm extended Height above protective roof 1960 1960...
EN standards Continuous sound level: 66 dB(A) according to EN 12053 as stipulated in ISO 4871 The continuous sound level is a value averaged according to standard regulations, taking the sound pressure level into account when driving, lifting and idling. The sound pressure level is measured at the ear.
Location of instruction labels and identification plates Warning and information labels, such as capacity diagrams, attachment points and identification plates, must be readable at all times or be replaced, if necessary. Item Designation Label Fit locations Label Warning in case of overturn Label Driving with lifted load, forward inclination of mast with lifted load not permitted Label Lifting Label Forward-reverse...
Truck identification plate Item Designation Item Designation Type Manufacturer Serial No. Min./max. battery weight in kg Rated capacity in kg Drive power in kW Battery: Voltage V Load centre distance in mm Empty weight without battery in kg Year of manufacture Manufacturer logo Option In the event of queries relating to the truck or spare part orders, please state the serial...
Example for determination of maximum load capacity: In case of a load centre D of 600 mm and a maximum lifting height H of 3600 mm the maximum load capacity Q is 1105 kg. Capacity label Fork tines (basic device) The fork arm load diagram indicates the carrying capacity Q of the truck in kg.
C Transportation and commissioning Transportation by crane Only use lifting equipment with sufficient carrying capacity (loading weight = own weight + battery weight; see identification plate of the truck). – Park the truck and render it safe (refer to chapter E). –...
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To lash down the fork lift truck with the lifting mast installed use the eyes on the top cross beam of the mast and the trailer coupling pin. Lashing and wedging with the lifting mast installed To transport the fork lift truck without lifting mast perform lashing across the overhead guard front.
Approximate centre of gravity First commissioning Commisioning and instruction of the driver must only be carried out by personnel with appropriate training. If several trucks are delivered it must be assured that only load suspension devices, hoist frames and basic trucks with identical series number are assembled.
Moving of the truck without own drive If the truck must be put on tow, proceed as follows: – Connect tow-bar or tow to the trailer coupling of the recovery vehicle and to the truck to be recovered. – Remove battery plug (refer to chapter D). –...
D Battery - Servicing, recharging, replacing Safety regulations governing the handling of lead-acid batteries Before undertaking any operations on the batteries, park the truck and render it safe (refer to chapter E). Servicing staff: Recharging, servicing and replacing of batteries must only be per- formed by qualified personnel.
In dependence on the application, the truck is equipped with different battery types. The following table shows which standard combinations are possible, similar to DIN 43535, with indication of the capacity. EFG 213/215 48 V - 4PzS - Battery 440L Ah 48 V - 4 PzV - Battery 400 Ah...
Opening the battery hood with support system (optional) If the truck is equipped with a support system, the battery hood can only be opened when the safety straps are swivelled downwards. – In case of the automatic support system, lock the stop knob (2) and swivel the straps downwards.
Open battery hood Park the truck and render it safe (see chapter E). – Release lock of the steering column (1) push steering column forward and secure it in this position. Pay special attention when locking and unlocking the hood of the control valve. With Multi-Pilot (option): –...
Charging the battery – Open the battery hood. The battery and the charger must only be connected or disconnected with the battery charger switched off. The surface of the battery cells must be exposed to provide sufficient ventilation. Met- al objects must not be placed on the battery. Prior to starting the recharging operation, check all cable connections and plugged connections for visible damage.
Removing and installing the battery – Open battery hood – Pull out side door (6,7). Batteries with exposed terminals or connectors must be covered with a rubber mat to prevent short-circuits. When changing the battery with the aid of a lifting gear ensure that the lifting gear is of adequate capacity (the battery weight is indicated on the bat- tery identification plate at the battery trough).
Closing battery cover With Multi-Pilot (option): – Pull control valve cover forward and simultaneously unlatch it by pressing lever (8). Control valve cover moves back by itself. With Solo-Pilot: – After closing the battery cover, swivel control valve cover to the back until it engages.
E Operation Safety instructions for floor conveyor operation Driving permission: The floor conveyor must only be operated by personnel that have been adequately trained and have proved to the persons in charge or their rep- resentatives their ability to handle the truck correctly and who have been explicitly en- trusted with the operation of the truck.
Description of the operating controls and indicators Item Operating control or in- Function dicator t Steering the truck with 5 steering wheel turns Steering wheel from left to right. t Indication of the important drive and lift parame- Information and service indication ters, warnings, information about operation faults and service indicators.
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Truck with Multi Pilot (option) Dual-pedal control (option) Vehicle with Solo Pilot and control levers...
Information and service indication On the LCD of the information and service indicator the following data are displayed: Operating data, battery loading status, operating hours and service and diagnostic data. Six LEDs, (24) to (29), are positioned above the indicator for indicating warning messages.
LED warning indicators Six lit LED warning indicators show the following states: Item Function Lighting switched on (green LED) Parking brake applied (red LED) Driving direction forward (mast direction) (green LED) Driving direction backwards (rear weight direction) (green LED) Brake fluid level too low (red LED) Direction indicator (green LED) Keyboard assignment Item...
Plain text alarm messages in the display The alarm indication of the vehicle is displayed in the display of this menu. From the „driving programs“ display you can changeover to the alarm indication with the „q“ (33) key. Indication of driving programs The driving behaviour of the truck is changed by selctiing single driving programs.
Display indicators The display shows operating data and error messages. The following driving param- eters can be set via the user menu (only with gray key). Here, the time between maximum actu- A C C E L E R A T I O N ation of the drive switch and 100% posi- tion control of the electronics is set.
Changing truck parameters The truck behaviour is changed by changing the truck parameters. This must be ob- served when bringing the truck into service! Parameters must only be changed when the truck is at standstill and not performing any lifting movements. –...
Commissioning the truck Before starting or operating the truck, or before lifting any loads, the driver has to make sure that nobody is within the danger area. Checks and actions before routine start-up – Visual inspection for damages of the whole truck (especially tires and load carrying devices).
Adjusting the steering column – Release steering column lock (4) and push or pull steering column to the de- sired position. – Tighten steering column lock again. Provide operatability – Unlock master switch (10). To do this: Push rocker (s) in and pull it upward (r) until you notice that the master switch locks in.
Safety belt Fasten safety belt before using the industrial truck. The belt protects you from serious injuries! Protect safety belt from dirt (e.g. cover during standstill) and clean it in regular inter- vals. Thaw out and dry frozen belt lock or belt winder to prevent them from freezing up again.
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Safety belt instructions Before starting the industrial truck, pull belt out of the winder slowly, place it over your thighs tight to your body and close the lock. The belt must not be twisted when fas- tening it! When operating the industrial truck (e.g. driving, lifting, lowering, etc.), the driver must be seated with the back at the backrest.
Automatic/Mechanical Support System (optional) Never use the truck without functional support system. Have the support system checked after each accident by authorised specialist per- sonnel. Do not modify the support system. With loaded driver’s seat, the dimension 90 mm between strap (1) and seat must be observed to ensure safe working con- ditions.
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Operating Instructions for the (Automatic) Support System Before travel starts, the function of the support system must be checked. The stop knob (2) must not be locked. – Sit down – Turn the switch key to "On". After having released the parking brake, both safety straps on the left and right side close and lock automatically.
Working with the floor conveyor Safety regulations applicable when driving the truck Driving lanes and work areas: Only lanes and routes that are specially allocated for truck traffic may be used. Unauthorised persons must stay away from work areas. Loads may only be stored at places specially provided for this purpose. Driving conduct: The driving speed must be adapted to the prevailing local condi- tions.
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Towing of trailers or other vehicles is only allowed occasionally and on paved, lev- el driveways with a maximum deviation of +/-1% and a maximum speed of 5 km/h. Permanent trailer operation is not permitted. While towing, loads are not allowed on the forks. The maximum trailer load given for the fork lift truck for braked and/or unbraked trail- ers must not be exceeded.
Driving During operation in electromagnetic fields beyond the admissible limit values uncon- trolled driving motion can occur. Press EMERGENCY STOP (master switch) immediately, decelerate truck with the service brake and pull the parking brake. Determine the cause of the malfunction and inform the supplier`s service, if neces- sary.
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Forward motion (single-pedal) Make sure that the driving area is free from obstacles. – Release parking brake (3). – Push direction switch (39) at the Multi pilot or at the Solo pilot (14) in forward direction. – Slowly actuate driving pedal (6) Forward motion (dual-pedal) Make sure that the driving area is free from obstacles.
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Backward motion (single-pedal) Make sure that the rear driving area is free from obstacles. – Switch driving direction switch (39) on the Multi Pilot or at the Solo pilot (14) backward (R). – Slowly press accelerator pedal (6) un- til the desired speed is reached. Backward motion (dual-pedal) Make sure that the rear driving area is free from obstacles.
Decelerating the truck The braking effect of the truck is mainly dependent on the road surface. This must be taken into account by the driver for his driving behaviour. Decelerate the truck care- fully so that the load does not slip. When driving with trailed loads the resulting longer braking path must be kept in mind.
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Reverse brake (single-pedal): – Switch driving direction switch (39) or (14) to opposite driving direction while driv- ing. The truck is decelerated generatorically by means of the drive current control system until the truck starts to travel in the opposite direction. Depending on the truck type, the driving direction switch can be located –...
Operating the lifting device and at- tachments (control lever) The control lever must only be operated while the driver is sitting on his seat. The driver must be instructed in the opera- tion of the lifting device and attach- ments! Lifting/lowering fork carrier –...
Operating the lifting device and at- tachments (Multi Pilot) The Multi Pilot must only be operated while the driver is sitting on his seat. The driver must be instructed in the opera- tion of the lifting device and attach- ments! Push the Multi Pilot to the respective di- rection according to the hydraulic func- tion.
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Additional Control I (Integrated side shifting device) – Press key (47) on the Multi Pilot to push fork carrier to the left. – Press key (48) on the Multi Pilot to push fork carrier to the right. Additional control II The Multi Pilot can be turned for the op- eration of a hydraulic attachment.
Picking up, transporting and setting down of loads Before a load unit is taken up the driver has to make sure, that it is correctly palettised and that the load capacity of the truck is not exceeded. Observe capacity label! Adjusting fork tines The fork tines must be adjusted so that both tines have the same distance to the...
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– Drive the truck with the fork tines as far as possible below the load unit. The fork tines must be under the load with at least two third of their lengths. – Pull parking brake (3). Lift fork carrier until the load is lying freely on the fork tines.
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When moving loads the hoist frame must be inclined backward and the fork tines must be lowered as far as possible. Transporting a load If the load is stacked so high that the view in forward direction is impeded, you have to drive backward.
Safe parking of the truck If the truck is left unattended, even for only short periods of time, it must be rendered safe. – Driving the truck on even ground. – Pull parking brake (3). – Lower forks completely and incline hoist frame forward.
The driver must make sure not to exceed the maximum permissible trailer load prior to coupling the trailer. Maximum trailer load Dead weight Pulling force Trailer loads Truck (kg) (kg) EFG 213 2800 12700 8400 EFG 215 2990 12700 8970 EFG 216k...
Temperature monitoring If one of the temperature switches emits the appropriate signal, the performance of the truck will be reduced in relation to the temperature development: while driving in the low-speed mode, with the hydraulic function „Half lifting speed“ being activated, with the control function „Permanent performance adjustment“...
F Maintenance of the truck Operating safety and environmental protection The checks and servicing operations in this chapter must be performed in accordance with the intervals as indicated in the servicing checklists. Modifications of truck assemblies, especially of the safety installations, are not per- mitted.
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Work on the electric system: Work on the electric system of the truck must only be performed by personnel specially trained for such operations. Before commencing any work on the electric system, all measures required to prevent electric shocks have to be taken. For battery-operated fork-lift trucks, the truck must also be depowered by removing the battery plug.
Servicing and inspection Thorough and expert servicing is one of the most important preconditions for safe op- eration of the floor conveyor. The neglect of regular servicing intervals can lead to a breakdown of the floor conveyor, thus representing a potential hazard to personnel and operation.
Maintenance check list for EFG 213/215/216k/216/218k/218/220 Maintenance intervals Standard = W M M M 1 6 12 24 Chassis/ 1.1 Check all load bearing elements for damage superstruct.: 1.2 Check all bolted connections 1.3 Check tow bar 1.4 Check overhead guard for damages and proper fixing 1.5 Check safety belt for damages and function...
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Maintenance intervals Standard = W M M M 1 6 12 24 Hydr. system: 6.1 Check all connections for leakage and damage 6.2 Check aeration and deaeration filters at the hydraulic tank 6.3 Check the oil level 6.4 Check hydraulic cylinders for leakage, damage and secure attachment 6.5 Check the hose line for correct functioning and damage 6.6 Change filter cartridge...
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Maintenance intervals Standard = W M M M 1 6 12 24 Electr. Check the instrument and indicators for correct system: functioning Check all cables for secure connection and damage Check the cable runs for correct functioning and damage Check functioning of warning devices and safety circuits Check contactors and replace wearing parts, if necessary Check the fuses for correct amperage...
Lubrication plan for EFG 213/215/216k/216/218k/218/220 t - D g - E s - E b b b b - N a a a a Slide faces Filler neck gear oil Grease nipple Drain plug gear oil Filler neck brake fluid...
Consumption type materials Handling operating agents: Operating agents must always be used with regard to their proper usage and according to the manufacturer specifications. Improper handling is injurious to health, life, and environment. Consumption type ma- terials must be stored in adequate containers. They might be inflammable and, there- fore, must not come into contact with hot components or open fire.
Description of servicing operations Preparation of the truck for servicing and maintenance operation All required safety measures must be taken to prevent any accidents in the course of the servicing and maintenance operations. The following preparatory operations must be performed: –...
Check hydraulic oil level The load lifting device must be completely lowered. – Prepare truck for maintenance and service operations. – Unscrew air cleaner with level plunger (2). – Visual check of hydraulic oil level on the level plunge (3). The reading of the hydraulic oil level must be at the upper mark (4) when the tank is sufficiently filled.
Check the transmission oil level Gear oil must not run into the ground. To prevent this, put an oilpan underneath the gear box. – Park the truck and render it safe (see chapter E). – Unscrew oil filler screw (5). –...
6.10 Checking the brake fluid Brake fluid is poisonous and must only be stored in closed original containers. – Park the truck and render it safe (see chapter E). – Remove floor mats. – Unscrew fixing screw and remove bot- tom plate (8).
6.12 Checking the electric fuses – Preparation of the truck for servicing and maintenance operation. – Open rear cover. – Unscrew cover (11). – Check fuses according to table for correct rating and damage. In order to prevent damage to the electric system, only fuses with the respectively specified ratings must be used.
6.13 Recommissioning the truck Recommissioning of the truck following the performance of cleaning or maintenance work is permitted only after the following operations have been performed: – Check the horn for proper functioning. – Check the main switch for correct function. –...
Recommissioning the floor conveyor – Thoroughly clean the floor conveyor. – Grease floor conveyor according to lubrication plan – Clean the battery. Grease the terminal screws using pole grease and reconnect the battery. – Recharge the battery (see chapter D). –...
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