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No matter what mount is used, you must ensure accessory cables
are routed away from pinch points and are not outside of the lift
equipment's perimeter. Secure the cables and/or communication
cables to prevent excess cable from being snagged on racking or
other equipment.
All accessories (UIM, BDI or CAN communion cable) connect to the
battery at the CAN 1 port as shown in the photo below. This is a black,
12 pin Deutsch style connector that is keyed to match the black con-
nector end of the accessory's communication cable. The CAN 2 gray
port is used for the pilot and return from the charger.
NOTE:
Always match the connector's key orientation before fully insert-
ing into the CAN 1 port. Although they are keyed to prevent incorrect
connection, with enough force, these keys can be overridden, causing
damage, and preventing battery operation.
7.3.1 UIM Hard Mount
The UIM hard mount is designed to be installed on a pillar that supports
the forklift 's overhead guard; refer to the photo below.
If not already completed, secure the UIM to the mount using the
supplied hardware.
Once a suitable location is found, attach the mount to the pillar using
the provided hardware. The mount acts as a clamp, sandwiching the
truck's pillar in-between the two mounting plates. Tighten the hard-
ware, in a staggered pattern, continuing to go back to previous bolts
and further tighten until all hardware is secure.
The UIM mount has a tilt function to allow the screen to be easily visi-
ble no matter the angle of the truck pillar. Loosen the tilt knob and po-
sition the UIM to the desired angle before tightening the tilt knob back
to secure the setting.
7.3.2 BDI Hard Mount
The BDI hard mount is designed to be bolted either to the counter-
weight lid or any other convenient location on the forklift truck, as
shown in the photo below. Find a location where the operator can
easily view/access the BDI, and a fastener can be used to attach the
mount. Depending on the forklift and application, this may be on the lift
equipment or battery counterweight.
Remove the existing fastener or locate a fastener that matches an
empty location. With a washer at the head of the fastener, position
it through the hole in the BDI mount and thread into place. Securely
tighten to prevent the BDI from moving during operation. The BDI 2.0
mounted to counterweight lid is shown above.
7.3.3 UIM/BDI Magnetic Mount
The magnetic mounts provide versatility to finding a suitable mounting
location on the forklift truck. Depending on the application, the mag-
netic mount can be attached to the battery or counterweight.
Once a potential mounting location is found, verify its use by installing
the mount and then testing its holding power. The type and thickness
of metal will determine the holding power of the magnets. The mount
should be installed in a location that will not allow vibrations to dislodge
the UIM/BDI during normal operations. Cable ties may be used to aid in
applications where the surface is uneven, and vibrations could dislodge
the accessory.
7.3.4 Truck CAN Communication
In applications where the forklift is set from the factory with lithium
integration (communication between battery and truck via CAN), a
communication cable facilitates the state of charge being displayed on
the truck's dash. This eliminates the need for a separate battery UIM or
BDI. If there is a fault on either the battery or the truck, the codes will
be displayed on the user screen of the truck.
One end of the CAN communication cable will connect to the lithium
harness on the forklift truck and the other, into the CAN 1 port on the
battery. Route this cable to prevent pinching or chafing on the truck
components – including the battery compartment lid.
CAN enabled fork trucks require the communication speed (also known
as "baud rate") to be the same on both truck and battery. It is import-
ant that the battery and truck are set to the same communication baud
rate for safety and proper operation. For questions relating to baud
rate selection, contact the local Deka representative or Navitas Product
Support.
7.4 Power Cables
Although every application will differ as to what power cables are used
and how they will be mounted, there are some best practices
to consider.
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