Contents Contents Page Technical Specification Truck Capacity Plate ..........................1 NA Data Plate ..........................1A Standard Technical Data .......................... 2 Dimensions ............................... 3 Installation ..............................4 Floors ..............................4 Racking ............................... 4 Health and Safety Foreword ..............................5 Warnings used in this Handbook ......................5 Product Definition .............................
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Contents Contents (continued) Page Operation Operating Techniques ..........................20 General .............................. 20 Mounting/Dismounting ......................... 20 Driving The Truck ..........................20 Use of the tilt function ........................20 Travel ............................20 Steering ............................20 Starting On A Gradient ......................... 20 Turning in a Narrow Aisle ........................21 Loading ..............................
Technical Specification Truck Capacity Plate Truck Model Rated Capacity Year of Manufacture Actual Capacity Lift height to which Actual Capacity applies Reduced Capacity Lift height to which Reduced Capacity applies Load Centre Feature Approval for use in / Measurement Truck – as detailed above Normal environment –...
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Technical Specification Flexi AC Operator Handbook...
Technical Specification Standard Technical Data - Example Feature Description Units Value Model FLEXI ACiON 1200 Rated Capacity 2000 Load centre Chassis width - front 1110 Chassis width - rear 1200 Lift height See Specification Height of mast - lowered See Specification Height of mast - raised See Specification Height over guard...
100mm to 150mm each side. The Flexi AC range does not have the same operating restrictions as the lift mast can be tilted to overcome some degree of slope, the Flexi AC normally operates with a minimum of 300mm aisle clearance on each side so floor flatness is not as critical as guided alternatives. Therefore most Flexi AC installation have floors rated at category 2 or 3 depending on the lift height up to 13 metres.
Health and Safety Foreword Warnings used in this Handbook The range of lift trucks manufactured by Narrow The warnings and cautions used throughout this Aisle Limited. comply with the latest safety Handbook are described below: regulations and are equipped with the most up-to- date technology.
Health and Safety Service Product Definition Narrow Aisle Limited, Flexi ACiON trucks are built The model covered by this publication is THE with high quality components. The use of inferior NARROW AISLE LIMITED FLEXI ACiON RANGE. spare parts could result in inadequate safety and poor reliability.
Health and Safety Use Common Sense Warning Statements NEVER transport people on any part of the truck. • WARNING DO NOT use truck to lift people unless an • approved attachment is used. Additional safety This truck must only be operated by Authorised Trained Personnel considerations will apply.
Health and Safety Warning Labels Safety Precautions General Narrow Aisle Limited will only supply vehicles equipped with recommended safety devices and strongly urges that these vehicles be operated with the safety devices supplied. Flexi ACiON Operator Handbook...
Health and Safety Narrow Aisle Limited will not assume any liability for Do not overtake at aisle intersections, in areas of injuries or damage arising from or caused by the limited visibility or in dangerous locations. removal of any safety devices from their vehicles by the user.
Health and Safety Battery Charging Safe Driving On Gradients Charging installations must be sited in designated When differences in levels exist, low gradient ramps areas that are well ventilated and properly equipped. should be provided having smooth, gradual level Batteries contain sulphuric acid and generate changes at the top and bottom to prevent shocks to explosive gasses when being charged.
Technical Description If there is a need to lift the truck for loading or unloading using an overhead crane, use the following Transportation (Slinging Points) procedure: There are two distinct methods of transporting a Flexi ACiON articulated truck: Raise the battery cover, disconnect the battery •...
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Technical Description Controls Etc. Flexi ACiON Operator Handbook...
Technical Description Model Description General This Operator's Handbook is for The Narrow Aisle Limited. Flexi ACiON Range. The operation of the Flexi ACiON Range is as follows: A battery supplies power for the traction motor, hydraulic pump motor, power steering pump motor and the control panel and instruments.
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Technical Description identified by the Service Technician thereby providing the fastest solution to the problem. In this situation note the code number and controller following the error code (eg: A226 on PUMP) and discontinue use of the truck. Contact Narrow Aisle Limited or your The Emergency Stop is used as a master isolator to authorised service agent.
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Technical Description Direction Lever (10). (See Operation Section, starting When illuminated, do not look directly into the light for on page 18). extended periods. This is not deemed to be dangerous as the natural instinct is to close the eyes or look away.
Pre Use Inspection With the master code you can program all PIN codes and also the switch OFF delay. Keep your personal master code in a safe place. Other Options WARNING: If the master code is forgotten or lost, the ECS can not be reprogrammed and Keypad Entry (Electronic Code must be returned for resetting.
Pre Use Inspection Pre Use Inspection Operator Responsibilities The following instructions should be read in Always ensure that the truck is in good working order conjunction with the other sections of this handbook. before commencing work. Before operating a truck the USER AND OPERATOR should be familiar with all sections of this publication.
Operation a direction, the Travel Direction Lever must first be returned to the neutral (centre) position. Operating Techniques There are two braking systems on the Flexi ACiON General articulated truck: The Flexi ACiON articulated truck is designed to For precise speed control and braking during the operate in stacking aisles that are narrower than normal operation of the truck, use the electronic those for conventional fork lift trucks.
Operation Stacking / De-stacking Downhill slope There are two methods of stacking/de-stacking loads. When travelling down the slope use the right foot to The relationship between the aisle width and the load apply the Service Brake Pedal and so control the size will determine which of the two methods should speed.
Operating Conditions with a modified driving technique. Floor Surface The Flexi AC articulated truck is designed to give Floor and road surfaces must be of adequate load sufficient stability to handle loads in a dynamic capacity and free from potholes.
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Operation Creep speed microswitch reduces traction to • creep speed at maximum free lift or at 2000mm - if fitted Parking Brake switch cuts off power to steering • and traction when applied. Service Brake Pedal switch cuts off power to •...
Maintenance Maintenance Operator Maintenance General Daily Maintenance This section contains a MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE These checks must be carried out before putting the and the instructions for maintenance and inspection. truck into operation. Industrial trucks are thoroughly examined, tested and Check battery electrolyte level (just above plate •...
Maintenance Putting a Truck in Storage Routine Maintenance To prevent problems, the lift truck must be correctly serviced and maintained during storage. All routine maintenance must be carried out by fully trained Service Engineers from Narrow Aisle Components that need extra care during storage are Limited or their authorised agents, or Engineers who electric motors, hydraulic components and electric have been trained by Narrow Aisle Limited to carry...
Maintenance If another lift truck is used to tow the disabled lift • Moving a Disabled Lift Truck truck, that lift truck must have an equal or larger capacity than the disabled lift truck. Install approximately ½ of a capacity load on the forks WARNING of the lift truck that is being used to tow the disabled lift truck.
Maintenance Battery Maintenance CAUTION Do not attempt to fit Charger Connection (21), to Correct operation of the battery charger is important. the Truck Connection (22), or serious damage will Follow the instructions of the charger manufacturer. be done to the truck electronics. Never fully top up battery cells just before a charge When replacing the battery onto the truck, the battery cycle.
Maintenance Battery Servicing and Charging WARNING Ensure that battery vent plugs are replaced after Safety Precautions charging. CAUTION WARNING Never connect the Charger Connection (21) to the Keep all flames and lit cigarettes away from the Truck Connection (22). You can damage the battery, especially during or soon after charging, traction control circuit.
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Maintenance Charging Procedure Drive truck to charging area 16. Pressurise the top-up bottle using the hand pump Lower forks and select Neutral until water starts to flow into the cells. Turn Keyswitch to ‘O’ NB: Do not overpressurise. Operate Emergency Stop button (5) 17.
Optional Extras Press the ‘Menu’ button • CCTV 2. Ca1 (Mirror) Control To select a normal / mirror image, follow the Installation instructions below: Do not install the unit in an extremely hot or Press the ‘Menu’ button • • humid environment or in a place subject to direct Select ‘CA1’...
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Optional Extras Activates printer after PRINT has been pressed Resets total weight to zero or target CLEAR weight preset load value Deletes incorrect numeric key entry Timotex Supaweigh XL Clears printer memory (press within 15 seconds of end of printing). SUPAWEIGH LIFT TRUCK SCALE - SINGLE Supaweigh Function Keys WEIGHT DISPLAY FOR ELECTRIC TRUCKS...
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Optional Extras NOTE: Your managers have set the InfoLok Impact Sensor to suit the truck duties and working environment. Timotex Supaweigh XL (Cont) PLEASE DRIVE SAFELY AT ALL TIMES. To clear the totalled weight on the top line of the display, press CLEAR.
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Daily Check Sheet Daily Pre-Shift Checks Feature Checks Required Tyres Visual. Check for damage, swarf, embedded materials Wheel Nuts Visual to ensure all wheel nuts in place Parking Brake Functional check, efficient operation / security Foot / Service Brake Functional check. Operate brakes in forward / reverse Steering System Steer in both directions –...
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Daily Check Sheet Truck Serial Number Date Comments Sign Date Comments Sign Flexi ACiON Operator Handbook...
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