Transportation And Commissioning; Instructions For Use - EP Equipment EX 15L Manual De Uso Y Mantenimiento

4.0 TRANSPORTATION AND COMMISSIONING

Place the truck on a wooden pallet. Follow the prescribed steps and park the
vehicle correctly.
Make sure the forks are aligned with the pallet, move slowly and stop after
insertingthe forks as far into the pallet as possible.
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.
The pallet or wooden box should be large and strong enough to withstand the
weight of the truck.
Pay attention to the fork blades when lifting.
CAUTION: Operate on open, level ground and pay attention to ground conditions when
lifting and lowering the palletto prevent the truck from tipping.
When transporting the truck, make sure it is fully secured and take precautionary
measures against bad weather.
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:
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Check the equipment for completeness.
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If necessary, install the battery. Make sure that the battery cable is not
damaged.
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Charge the battery.
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Put the truck into operation in the stipulated manner. When the truck is
parked, the surface of the tyres may flatten. The flattening will disappear
after the truck has been operated for a short time.
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Check for fluid leakage.
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Check forks and chassis.
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Check battery connector.
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Check decal condition.
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Check control handle pivot.
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Check operating controls
Break-in period precautions
Fasten wheel screws again at 50 hours of operation.
Within the first 100 hours in particular, the following requirements should also be met:
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Excessive discharge of a new battery during initial use must be prevented. It should generally be charged promptly when at 20%.
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The specified preventive maintenance must be done thoroughly.
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Avoid sudden braking, driving quickly or sharp turns.
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Change oil or lubricant promptly according to the instructions.
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Limit the load weight to 70-80% of the rated load.

5.0 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Safety Regulations for the Operation of pallet Trucks
Driver authorization: The pallet truck may only be used by suitably trained personnel, who have demonstrated to the proprietor or his representative that they can
drive and handle loads and have been authorized to operate the truck by the proprietor or his representative.
Driver's rights, obligations and responsibilities: The driver must be informed of his duties and responsibilities and be instructed in the operation of the truck and
shall be familiar with the operator manual. The driver shall be afforded all due rights. Safety shoes must be worn with pedestrian operated trucks.
Unauthorized Use of Truck: The driver is responsible for the truck during the time it is in use. He shall prevent unauthorised persons from driving or operating the
truck. It is forbidden to carry passengers or lift personnel.
Damage and Faults: the supervisor must be immediately informed of any damage or faults to the pallet truck. Trucks not safe for operation (e.g. wheel or brake
problems) must not be used until they have been repaired
Repairs: The driver must not carry out any repairs or alterations to the pallet truck without the necessary training and authorisation to do so. The driver must never
disable or adjust safety mechanisms or switches.
Hazardous area: A hazardous area is defined as the area in which a person is at risk due to truck movement, lifting operations, the load handler (e.g. forks or
attachments) or the load itself. This also includes areas which can be reached by falling loads or owering operating equipment. Unauthorized persons must be kept
away from the hazardous area. Where there is danger to personnel, a warning must be sounded with sufficient notice. If unauthorized personnel are still within the
hazardous area the truck shall be brought to a halt immediately.
Safety Devices and Warning Signs: Safety devices, warning signs and warning instructions shall be strictly observed.
Operating the truck
Turning the truck on and off
Switching the truck on
Insert the key (3) into the key hole and switch on the power supply;
Make sure the emergency stop button (2) is not pressed;
Tilt the control handle to the drive positio M;
Rotate the drive switch (1) to drive the truck forward or backward.
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.
Switching the truck off
To turn the truck off, remove the key from its slot. Press the emergency stop switch.
Driving, steering, braking
Driving
Operators must be familiar with all safety procedures that apply to truck operation before driving. Read and
understand all safety information in Section C before operating the truck. Tilt the control shaft into the driving
range (M) and set the controller to the desired direction (V or R).
Steering
Steering the truck is done using the control handle. Manually moving it to the left or right will swivel the drive
wheel. The truck then turns in forward or reverse according to the handle direction.
Emergency stop
Push the emergency stop switch. All of the electrical functions are switched off.
Braking
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