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Werk I, Aschaffenburg Werk I, Aschaffenburg Werk III, Kahl am Main Werk III, Kahl am Main Linde Heavy Truck Division Ltd., Merthyr Tydfil Linde Heavy Truck Division Ltd., Merthyr Tydfil https://www.besttruckmanuals.com/...
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For repairs, be sure to use only o For repairs, be sure to use only o riginal LINDE parts. Only riginal LINDE parts. Only 4 4...
Plates and labels Plates and labels Identification plates Identification plates 1. 1. Identi Identificati fication plate on plate 2. 2. Man Manufa ufactur cturer er 3. 3. EC EC ma mark rk (this plate certifies that the machine (this plate certifies that the machine conforms to European regulations conforms to European regulations...
Table of contents Description Page Driving Page Page Plates a nd labe ls ............. 3 Fu se s ................32 Instr uction s for use ............20 Tech nica l spec ific ation s ..........6 Checking the electrolyte level, and topping up Start ing ................
Technical description Description T 16, T 18 and T 20 pallet trucks are high-performance Hydraulic system Built-in charger* machines, designed for intensive use. A compact motor pump unit, consisting of a motor, pump, tank, filter and descent valve, supplies the two lifting jac ks...
General view T 16-18-20 1. Battery plug handle 2. Battery cover opening handle 3. Electric control unit 4. Motor-pump assembly 5. Battery cover 6. Battery 7 . H or n 8. Load wheels 9. Forks 10.
Indicators Description Combination hour meter / If the hour meter has to be replaced, make a note of the NOTE: service hours recorded by the defective meter, in the place A potentiometer at the rear of the housing allows the cut- Discharge limiter/indicator provided for this purpose adjacent to the hour meter, and off threshold to be adjusted for any special operating...
Safety rules Before operation This instruction manual, and the VDMA booklet “Directive s Definition of terms relating to safety Use of materials governing the use of handling trucks in conformity with specifications and regulations” supplied with the truck, The terms DANGER, CAUTION, ATTENTION and NOTE Materials must always be used in conformity with the must be given to the relevant persons, a nd in particular to are used in this manual to indicate a particular risk or to...
Before operation Periodic inspection of trucks Checks prior to initial operation Daily checks prior to operation * Check forward and reverse controls The head of the establishment concerned must conduct IMPORTANT Check lift and lower controls periodic general inspections of the truck, or arrange for Before each shift, it is essential for the following operational Check operation of indicators these to be conducted, in order to ensure early detection...
Before operation Daily checks and tasks prior to operation Checking forward/reverse and raise/lower ATTENTION Checking horn operation Please contact your local representative if you controls Press the horn button (4) on the control module. detect any anomaly in the steering mechanism. Th e ho rn s ou nd s.
Before operation Daily checks and tasks prior to operation Checking the battery charge state Opening the battery cover Stop the machine, lower the forks. Before the start of the shift, check that the battery is Switch off and remove the key. correctly charged.
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Before operation Daily checks and tasks prior to operation DANGER Connect / disconnect the battery plug CAUTION Charging and servicing of the battery must be Never connect or disconnect the connector while carried out in conformity with the instructions current is flowing through the circuit - this may To disconnect supplied with the battery and the charger (if cause violent sparking and damage the con-...
Commissioning Daily checks and commissioning checks Charging the battery with the built-in char- WARNING: IMPORTANT Do not disconnect the battery connector while The truck will operate only if the plug is replaced correc tly. ger ( from 07/2000 ) charging (green light flashing). Charger electrical specifications Every day the truck is used normally, or every two days in Problems while charging...
Before operation Daily checks and tasks prior to operation Recharging the battery with an external CAUTION Checking the condition of battery cables, In order to avoid any sparks, always connect the charger terminals and connector. battery connector before switching on the char- ger, and disconnect it after switching off the charger.
Before operation Daily checks and tasks prior to operation The operations described below apply to lead-acid batte- ATTENTION We recommend measurement every week or two. Keep ries with liquid electrolyte. a record of the values measured in the service booklet for Use only demineralised water for topping up.
Before operation Daily checks and tasks prior to operation Removing/replacing the battery Changing the battery using a hoist Changing the battery using a gantry (front exit model) ATTENTION Fully lower the fork. The battery is a heavy and fragile component Remove the battery cover.
Instructions for use Starting Indication of direction of travel The T 16, T 18 and T 20 pallet trucks are designed to be used inside non-dangerous atmospheres; the ambient Connect the battery plug. Tilt the til ler into are a ( 1) The discharge indicator (2) lights up.
Driving Forward travel Reverse travel Safety reverse button Gradually press the lower part of the accelerator control Gently press the upper part of the accelerator control with In order to protect the driver from being trapped between (1) with the thumb (rotation of accelerator control in the thumb (rotation of accelerator control in direction 3).
Driving Starting on a slope Steering Turning angle A robust and ergonomic tiller equipped with two grips Turning angle ..........180° When it is necessary to stop and then r estart on an incline, directly steers the traction wheel proceed as follows: The turning radius (Wa) depends on the fork length.
Braking, Raising, Lowering, Horn Operation Mechanical brakes LBC * automatic braking (Linde Brake Con- Raising the forks trol) Press the control switch (4) on the tiller. Releasing the tiller applies the brake. Lowering the forks The braking is progressive, depending on the position of Release the accelerator butterfly valve the tiller in tilt areas (1) and (2).
Load handing ATTENTION Loading Transporting the load Before lifting a load, ensure that its weight does Carefully approach the load Always carry loads in the forward direction of travel in not exceed the truck’s capacity. Adjust the height of the fork arms until they can be easily order to have the best visibility.
Load handing Unloading Before leaving the truck Carefully drive the truck to the desired location ATTENTION Raise the fork platform to the appropriate height Always stop the truck on level ground and away Carefully advance the load into the unloading area from traffic lanes.
Jacking and towing Slinging the truck Jacking the truck Transporting the truck When transporting the truck, ensure that it is properly CAUTION For certain servicing tasks, it is necessary to raise the chocked and protected against bad weather. Use only slings or hoists of adequate capacity, truck and protect all parts coming into con tact with the Storage...
See the table of recommended lubricants. Check for leaks in hydraulic system This work can be carried out by your local LINDE Clean hydraulic filter representative under a service contract. If you prefer to Check level and specific gravity of battery electrolyte...
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Inspection and maintenance schedule Maintenance After Operation / Interval Prior to Daily first initial use checks required 50 hours Checks prior to initial operation (see page 12) ......•...
Inspection and maintenance schedule Maintenance Every 500 hours Every 1000 hours Every 2000 hours Operation / Interval every 6 months every year every 2 years Check the braking system ..........•...
Maintenance as required Maintenance Cleaning the truck If, in spite of all precautions, water finds its way into the Check the free rotation of the wheels, and remove any object which might interfere with them. motors, the truck must be run to prevent the formation of Replace any worn or damaged wheels rust, so that it dries under its own heat.
Maintenance as required Maintenance Opening the front cover Pull the flexible cover clear to access the reduction gearbox and the motor Unscrew the 2 screws (1) holding the cover. To close, position the lower locking pins (2) in the holes Pull the cover towards the back.
Maintenance as required Maintenance The operations described below apply to lead-acid batte- ATTENTION Remove the filler plug for each cell as described above. Using an acid hydrometer, carefully measure the specific ries with liquid electrolyte. Use only demineralised water for topping up. gravity in each cell.
Maintenance as required Maintenance Checking the condition of battery cables, Cleaning the battery and battery compart- Battery in sealed box terminals and connector ment Check that there is no electrolyte in the bottom of the box Check that cable insulation is undamaged, and that the CAUTION by connecting the suction bulb supplied with the battery connections show no sign of overheating.
Maintenance every 500 hours Maintenance Checking and adjusting the brake control Checking and adjusting the belt tension Check the truck braking. If it proves to be unsatisfactory, With the truck lifted about 20 cm off the ground and then put Tighten the bolt (2) fitted with its washer (3).
Maintenance every 500 hours Maintenance Checking the hydraulic fluid level Checking for leaks in the hydraulic system Lower the forks to their full extent Inspect the hydraulic system: pipes, flexible hoses and Remove the front cover cover unions between the pump motor and the pressure The fluid level (1) must be between the min.
Maintenance every 500 hours Maintenance ATTENTION Cleaning the electrical panel Cleaning and checking contacts for wear Before commencing any work on the electrical - Disconnect the battery connector. Disconnect the battery connector. equipment, the battery connector must be - Remove the front cover. Clean the contacts using compressed air, and check disconnected.
Maintenance every 500 hours Maintenance Inspection / replacement of the traction NOTE Checking miscellaneous joints Always replace brushes as a complete set. motor brushes Inspect and lubricate the various pivots: We recommend leaving this operation to your local Use oil or an aerosol lubricant. representative.
Maintenance every 1000 hours Maintenance Inspection / replacement of the pump motor Clean the hydraulic filter Checking the mechanical fixing of compon- brushes ents Put the lifting system into the down position. Clean the screen in the breather cap (1). Remove the pump motor unit.
Maintenance every 2000 hours Maintenance Changing the hydraulic fluid Remove the pump motor unit. Lower the fork arms to their full extent. Remove the two semi-circular collars (2). To check the fluid level. Detach the reservoir (1). The fluid level (7) must be between the min. and max. Drain the fluid.
Recommended lubricants / Technical specifications Maintenance Unit Part / lubricant Capacity / adjustment value Hydraulic system Hydraulic fluid 1.25 l Hydraulic system Filter element Efficiency: 150 µ Hydraulic system Max. pressure 170 bar(start of opening) Reduction gear Grease Life lubricated Driven wheel Wheel nuts Torque setting :...
Circuit diagram RESISTANCE CONTROL Mark Item Position Mark Item Position 2Y30 Lowering solenoid valve Control logic 10-22 Suppression diode 12,14-17, Potentiometer 20-22 24,27,30 Motor speed sensor Suppression circuit 14,23-24 Horn 26-27, Traction motor fuse 29-30 Control fuse Pump motor fuse Battery OPTION.INBUILT CHARGER 1K11 Forward travel contactor...
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Circuit diagram PULSE CONTROL LTM Mark Item Position Mark Item Position Lowering solenoid valve Traction pulse control 3-9,13-26 Suppression diode 15,17,31,34, 1 B1 Travel control potentiometer 23-25 Motor speed sensor Current meter shunt Suppression circuit 31-32 Horn Suppression capacitor 34-35,36-37 Fuse, traction motor OPTION COLD STORE Control current fuse...
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Circuit diagram PULSE CONTROL LTM WITH LBC BRAKING Mark Item Position Mark Item Position Traction pulse control 3-7, 9-21 Hour meter-battery discharge Circuit L.B.C. 22-34 limiter connector 1 B1 Travel control potentiometer 17-19 Lowering solenoid valve Current meter shunt Suppression diode 11, 13, 34-37 Tachometer Tachometer...
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Circuit diagram PULSE CONTROL LDC Mark Item Position Mark Item Position Traction pulse control 4-9,12-26 1 B1 Travel control potentiometer 24-26 Motor speed sensor OPTION COLD STORE Current meter shunt Horn Fuse, traction motor Resistor Control current fuse Resistor Pump motor fuse OPTION.
Index Checking the electrolyte specific gravity ...... 32 Checking the forward/reverse and lift/lower controls 13 Check ing the horn operation ........13 Checking the hydraulic fluid level ........ 35 Automatic disconnection of charging in the event of a Checking the mechanical fitting of components..38 Gener al infor mation ............