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Operation Manual EPT20-15ET EPT20-18EA EPT20-15ETL EPT20-15EHJ EPT20-15ET2 EPT18-EHJ EPT20-ET Original Instruction Part No.508000003007 V3 08/2019...
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EP EQUIPMENT CO.,LTD. is one of the world’s With business all over the world, EP has leading companies manufacture, design material thousands of employees and hundreds of agents handling equipment and provide related service. worldwide to provide our global customers with With over 100,000 square metres plant it produces prompt local service.
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Note: After registration, please send email to info@ ep-care.com to activate your account EP EQUIPMENT CO., LTD Address: XIAQUAN, DIPU, ANJI, ZHEJIANG, CHINA Tel: + 86-571-28023920 Website: www.ep-ep.com Email: info@ep-care.com...
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Legal requirements for marketing Declaration EP EQUIPMENT CO., LTD Address: XIAQUAN, DIPU, ANJI, ZHEJIANG, CHINA We declare that the Industrial truck: according to these operation manual Type: according to these operation manual complies with the most recent version of Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC.
Table of contents A Application ..........................A1 B Truck Description .........................B1 1.1 Application ..........................B1 1.2.1 Control Handle.........................B5 1.2.2 Key ..........................B6 1.2.3 Battery discharge indicator ....................B6 1.2.4 Emergency reverse button ....................B8 1.3 Identification points and data plates ...................B8 1.3.1Truck data plate ......................B11 1.4 Standard Version Specifications ..................B12 1.4.1Performance data for standard trucks ................B12 1.4.2 Dimensions ........................B14...
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 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. Ambient temperature: during operation: 5°C to 40°C. Industrial trucks must be specially equipped and approved for continuous use in environments with temperatures below 5°C or in cold stores respectively with extreme temperatures or humidity changes.
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1.2.2 Switches control current on and off. Removing the key prevents the truck from being switched on by unauthorized personnel. (EPT20-15ET /EPT20-18EA) 1.2.3 Battery discharge indicator The LCD display (1) show the operating hours. with hour meter Without hour meter...
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The LCD display (2) show battery residual capacity. When the truck has been released via the key switch, the battery charge status is displayed. The colour of the LCD (2) represent the following conditions: Component LCD colour residual capacity Green 70-100% Standard battery residual capacity Orange...
Caution (only US) Warning (only US) Nameplate Charge LCD Mode Emergency stop switch Anti pinch hand No riding decal Hook EPT20-15ET TRUCK NAME MODEL NO. DATE OF BUILD LOAD CENTER TRUCK WEIGHT WITH BATTERY TRUCK WEIGHT WITHOUT BATTERY VOLTAGE MAX BATTERY WEIGHT...
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EPT20-15ET2 TRUCK NAME MODEL NO. DATE OF BUILD LOAD CENTER TRUCK WEIGHT WITH BATTERY TRUCK WEIGHT WITHOUT BATTERY VOLTAGE MAX BATTERY WEIGHT DRIVE OUTPUT MIN BATTERY WEIGHT LIFT HEIGHT LOAD CENTER CAPACITY MAX CAPACITY ALT CAPACITY XIAQUAN,DIPU,ANJI,ZHEJIANG,CHINA www.ep-ep.com TRUCK NAME MODEL NO.
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EPT20-18EA TRUCK NAME MODEL NO. DATE OF BUILD LOAD CENTER TRUCK WEIGHT WITH BATTERY TRUCK WEIGHT WITHOUT BATTERY VOLTAGE MAX BATTERY WEIGHT DRIVE OUTPUT MIN BATTERY WEIGHT LIFT HEIGHT LOAD CENTER CAPACITY MAX CAPACITY ALT CAPACITY XIAQUAN,DIPU,ANJI,ZHEJIANG,CHINA www.ep-ep.com EPT20-15EHJ TRUCK NAME MODEL NO.
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1.3.1 Truck data plate For queries regarding the truck or ordering spare parts please quote the truck serial number. Item Description Item Description PRODUCT NAME BATTERY VOLTAGE MODEL TYPE RATED DRIVE POWER SERIAL NO. MAX BATTERY WEIGHT MANUFACTURE DATE MIN BATTERY WEIGHT LIFT HEIGHT RATED CAPACITY UNLADEN MASS...
Standard Version Specifications Technical specification details in accordance with VDI 2198. Technical modifications and additions reserved. 1.4.1 Performance data for standard trucks distinguishing mark Manufacturer Model designation EPT20-15ET EPT18-EHJ EPT20-15EHJ Electrics Drive unit Electrics Electrics Operator type pedestrian pedestrian pedestrian...
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distinguishing mark Manufacturer Model designation EPT20-15ET2 EPT20-18EA EPT20-ET Drive unit Electrics Electrics Electrics pedestrian Operator type pedestrian pedestrian rated capacity 2000 1500 1800 Load center distance Load distance (lowering/lifting) 874/962 883/946 891.7 94 5 Wheelbase 1202/1261 1246.8 84.4 (lowering/lifting) 1248/1336 Weight Service weight (include battery)...
C Safety 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.
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.
D Transport and Commissioning Truck transport Place the truck on a wooden pallet. NOTE Only use haulage equipment with sufficient load capacity. • The load weight is greater than the net weight of the truck (including battery weight). The load weight does not just include the net weight of the truck, it also includes the wooden pallet.
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. • If necessary, install the battery. Make sure that the battery cable is not damaged. Charge the battery.
E Operation 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 briefly 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.
Take care not to disturb any adjacent loads, or those which may be to the side or in front of the load being handled. Raising and Lowering the Forks 1.3.3 EPT20-15ET2 / EPT20-ET/ EPT20-15ET /EPT20-18EA Lifting Press “Lift” button(18) until the height you need. Lowering Press “Lower”...
1.3.4 Parking the truck securely lowering the forks. • Press or Pull out(for EPT20-15EHJ )emergency stop switch. • Remove the key. • It is forbidden to park on the slope for a long time. • Using the truck on a slope NOTE Incorrect use of the truck on slopes places stress on the traction motor, brakes and battery.
NOTE Individual trucks are assembled and ready to use. Semi-electric pallet trucks purchased in crate require some assembly. EPT20-15ET2 / EPT20-ET/EPT20-15ET / EPT20-18EA Unscrew the four fastening M5×20 screws (1) on the back of Control Handle (3),and remove the Upper Cover (2).
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EPT20-15EHJ / EPT18-EHJ Insert handle shaft into corresponding holes and drive in one cotter pin on one side only(see arrow 2). NOTE Insert handle pin without the handle and verify that the center hole is facing you (see arrow 1). Before this step, make sure to feed the chain on the outside of the piston stem roller (see Figure 01302...
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Pull down on the handle to release the tension on the safety pin. Carefully remove the safety pin. Connect the both electrical plugs. Figure 01307 Figure 01308 Test all the features of the semi-electric pallet truck before this step. The handle should be pumped with full strokes to prime and eliminate air in the system.
Operator daily checklist At the beginning of each shift, inspect your truck by using the EP Operator’s Daily Checklist. If necessary, refer to the Maintenance section of this manual for details on how to carry out this inspection. Check for damage and maintenance problems. Any necessary repairs must be completed before the truck is operated.
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Operator's Daily Checklist Date Operator Truck No. Department Runtime Meter Reading Daily Check Items O.K.(√) Remark Check for Fluid Leakage Check Forks and Chassis Check Battery Connector Check Decal Condition Check Control Handle Pivot Check Operating Controls Perform Operational Check REV.
Charging the battery Safety regulations for Charging the battery Power plug • Before charging, check all cables and plug connections for visible signs of damage. • Before start and finish charging make surepower is turn OFF. • It is essential to follow the safety regulations of the bat- tery and charging station manufacurers.
Park the truck securely(See Parking the truck securely ) and turn off the power before removal and installation of the battery. Battery removal and installation steps: EPT20-15ET a: Remove two screws (1), take off the cover. b: Remove four screws (2).
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c: Remove battery cable (3) as shown in figure. d:Rotate control handle (4) to the extreme position. e:Pull electrical panel (5) a little out. f:Turn the electrical panel (5) to the direction as shown in picture until it does not cover battery at all. g:Loosen the screws of battery clamp.
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EPT20-15ET2 a: Remove four screws(1), take out the cover(2). b: Remove wire harness,battery cable. Take out the battery(3). EPT20-ET a: To toggle lock switch (1), open the cover (2) . b: Remove sleeves and cables. c: Remove battery bracket (3) and batteries (4). REV.
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EPT20-18EA a: Remove two screws(1), take out the cover(2). b:Remove hose and wire harness(3)battery cable(2) . Remove four screws(3), take out the controller board (4). c:Put battery in or remove battery. REV. 08/2019...
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EPT20-15EHJ /EPT18-EHJ a: Lift the forks by moving the control shaft (1) up and down to the highest.And Rotate the control shaft (1) a few degrees to the left or right. b: Remove two screws(2), take out the cover(3). c: Remove wire harness, battery cable. Take out the battery(4). EPT18-EHJ WARNING Well place cables to avoid be damaged when you remove and install battery.
Battery maintenance Do not deep charge battery: If you discharge the energy of battery completely till the pallet trucks do not move any more, • you will shorten the life time of the battery. As soon as the signal for charging appears that is no more lifting or reduced travelling speed, •...
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. •...
Settings When repairing or replacing hydraulic, electric or electronic components or assemblies, always note the truck specific settings. Servicing and inspection Thorough and expert servicing is one of the most important requirements for the safe operation of the industrial truck. Failure to perform regular servicing can lead to truck failure and poses a potential hazard to personnel and equipment.
1.3.1Maintenance Checklist ● Maintenance interval Brake Check brake plate clearance ● Electrics Test instruments, displays and control switches. ● ● Test warning and safety device. ● Make sure wire connections are secure and check for damage. ● Test micro switch setting. Check relays.
1.3.2 Lubrication Points Lubricant Improper operations may constitute hazards to the operator's health and life, as well as to the surrounding environment. When storing or adding lubricant, use clean containers. It is strictly forbidden to mix different types and specifications of lubricants with each other (except for those can be mixed under clear statement).
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Table 2 Sliding Surface Lubrication Table Code Position Model Steering Bearing For EPT20-15ET Drive Wheel Load Wheel Mounting Shaft Long Shaft Steering Bearing For EPT20-15ET2 (1) Pin Roll For EPT20-ET Long Shaft For EPT20-ET REV. 08/2019...
1.3.3 Maintenance Instructions Prepare the truck for maintenance and repairs All necessary safety measures must be taken to avoid accidents when carrying out maintenance and repairs. The following preparations must be made: • Park the truck securely (See Parking the truck securely).
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How to add grease • Prepare the truck for maintenance and repairs (See Maintenance Instructions ). • Remove the front panel. • Add grease of the correct grade (See Lubrication point ). • Add transmission oil every 500 operating hours(800-1000 operating hours for EPT20-18EA), or at least annually.
Decommissioning the industrial truck If the truck is to be decommissioned for a long period, it must be parked in a frost-free and dry location. On decommissioning the truck must be jacked up so that all the wheels are clear of the ground. This is the only way of ensuring that the wheels and wheel bearings are not damaged.
Safety checks to be performed at regular intervals and following any unusual incidents Carry out a safety check in accordance with national regulations. EP has a special safety depart- ment with trained personnel to carry out such checks. The truck must be inspected at least annually (refer to national regulations) or after any unusual event by a qualified inspector.
H Troubleshooting If the fault cannot be rectified after carrying out the remedial procedure, notify the Manfacture's se- vice department, as any further troubleshooting can only be performed by specially trained and qualified service personnel. Fault Probable Cause Action Truck does –Battery connector not plugged –Check the battery connector and not start.
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