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Foreword The present operation manual are designed to provide sufficient instruction for the safe operation of the industrial truck. The information is provided clearly and concisely. Our trucks are subject to ongoing development. No guarantee of particular features of the truck should therefore be assumed from the present operation manual.
A Application The truck described in these operation manual is designed for transporting loads. It must be used, operated and maintained according to the information presented in this operation manual. Any other uses exceed the design scope and can lead to injury to persons or damage to equipment and property.
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Intended use The truck is designed for transporting and stacking the loads indicated in the load capacity diagram. Especially: • In accordance with the safety rules of your industry association • Other local regulations In all cases, the people in charge, particularly operators and service personnel, must comply with the specific approved rules for the use of industrial trucks.
B Truck Description 1.1 Application The truck is intended for transporting goods on a level floor. It can pick up pallets that are open to the ground or trolleys. Permissible application temperature range of truck -10°C to 40°C. Lithium-ion battery operation application 0°C to 40°C.
1.2 Truck assemblies Control handle Forks Control lever Emergency stop switch Lift cylinder Lowering lever Driving wheel Load wheels Battery Box REV. 05/2020...
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1.2.1 Control handle Fig1113-00006OM Fig1113-00006OM Item Control / Display Function "Horn" button Activates the horn. Press the lift button and hold. The forks will be lifted "Lifting" button to its maximum height and stop on its own. Pull the lowering lever and hold. The forks will be Lowering lever lowered to its minimum height and stop on its own.
1.2.2 Key switch Connect and interrupt the control current. Key switch • When pulling out the key switch, the control current of the truck will be interrupted; • When inserting the key switch, the control current of the truck will be connected.
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• Under-voltage of single cell battery: The green light repeats in a cycle of flashing once in 1 second, pausing for 2 seconds and then flashing twice, pausing for 3 seconds. • Over-voltage of single cell battery: The green light repeats in a cycle of flashing once in 1 second, pausing for 2 seconds and then flashing three times, pausing for 3 seconds.
1.3 Standard version specifications Technical specification details in accordance with VDI 2198. Technical modifications and additions reserved. 1.3.1 Performance data for standard trucks Distinguishing mark Manufacturer Model EPL1531 designation Drive unit Battery Operator type Pedestrian rated capacity 1500 Load center distance Load distance 950(880)
C Safety 1.1 Before operation Before using the truck, inspect the work area. It should be neat, well lit, adequately ventilated, and free from hazardous material. Aisles and roadways should be unobstructed and well ma- rked. Operators must know the classification for the truck and use the truck only in permissible areas.
1.3 Travel The truck is designed for operation on smooth, dry surfaces such as warehouse and factory floors, loading docks or paved areas. Under all travel conditions operate the truck at a speed that will permit it to be brought to a stop in a safe manner. Avoid running over loose objects on the roadway surface.
Be especially cautious when driving the truck on ramps or bridge plates. Be sure to maintain a safe distance from each edge. Before driving the truck over a ramp or bridge plate, verify that its position is secured to prevent movement. Never exceed the rated capacity of a ramp or bridge plate.
1.5 EMC-Electromagnetic compatibility Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) is a key quality feature of the truck. EMC involves • Limiting the emission of electromagnetic interference to a level that ensures the troublefree operation of other equipment in the environment. • Ensuring sufficient resistance to external electromagnetic interference so as to guarantee proper operation at the planned usage location under the electromagnetic interference conditions to be expected there An EMC test thus firstly measures the electro-magnetic interference emitted by the truck and secondly checks it for sufficient resistance to...
D Transport and Commissioning 1.1 Using the truck for the first time The truck must only be operated on battery current! To prepare the truck for operation after delivery or transportation, the following operations must be performed: • Check the equipment for completeness. •...
E Operation 1.1 Safety regulations for the operation of pallet trucks Driving permission: The fork lift truck must only be operated by persons who have been trained in the operation of trucks, who have demonstrated to the user or his representative their capability of moving and handling loads, and who have expressly been charged by the user or his representative with the operation of the truck.
The truck is equipped with a static-return-to-neutral function. If the control handle is held in its working range (M) when the truck is turned on, the travel function will not operate. The control handle must then be returned to either end position and then moved back into its working range to enable travel.
Counter-current braking: • While driving, switch the controller to the opposite direction. • The truck is decelerated by counter-current braking until it starts moving in the opposite direction. In case of emergency, the service brake must be used to brake the truck. Braking using the service brake: •...
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Take care not to disturb any adjacent loads, or those which may be to the side or in front of the load being handled. Loads should be laid out as follows: Line up loads with a small space between each one and its neighbour to avoid any fouling. CAUTION Only transport loads that have been positioned and secured in accordance with regulations.
Unloading Carefully drive the truck to the desired location. Carefully drive the truck to the unloading area. Lower the load until the fork arms are free from the pallet. Back the truck away in a straight line. Raise the forks to mid-height. CAUTION Take care not to disturb any adjacent loads, or those which may be to the side or in front...
1.5 Using the truck on a slope NOTE Incorrect use of the truck on slopes places stress on the traction motor, brakes and battery. Be particularly careful near slopes: • Never attempt a slope with a gradient greater than that specified in the truck’s data sheet.
1.6 Hoisting the truck This section explains the attachment of lifting equipment to the truck for the purpose of hoisting. Many methods of rigging to a crane or hoist are possible. Explanation of such methods as well as operation of lifting equipment is outside the scope of this manual. Both the attachment of lifting equipment to the truck and the hoisting operation itself must be performed by personnel experienced in hoisting.
Battery Maintenance & Charging 1.1 Safety regulations for handling acid batteries The truck must be parked and rendered safe before any operations on batteries are under taken.Operational application temperature Fire protection measures: Smoking and naked flames are not permitted when handling batteries.
NOTE A fully charged battery will provide approximately 2 hours of continuous use. Capacity will be reduced when used in low-temperature environments. 1.4 Battery removal and installation Park the truck securely(See Parking the truck securely ) and turn off the power before removal and installation of the battery.
1.5 Daily maintenance • When it is displayed in the display instrument that the electric quantity is insufficient, please charge timely without any excessive discharging. Please refer to 2.2.3 display instrument for details. • Maintain clean the surface of the battery. 1.6 Storage If batteries are taken out of service for a lengthy period they should be stored in the fully charged condition in a dry, frost-free room.
Transportation Before transporting any lithium-ion battery, check the current regulations on the transport of dangerous goods. Comply with these when preparing the packaging and transport. Train authorised staff to dispatch lithium-ion batteries. NOTE It is recommended that the original packaging is kept for any subsequent dispatch.
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Pallet Truck Maintenance Operational safety and environmental protection • The servicing and inspection operations contained in this chapter must be performed in accordance with the intervals indicated in the service checklists. • Only use original spare parts that have been certified by our quality assurance. Used parts, oils and fuels must be disposed of in accordance with the applicable environmental protection regulations.
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