Load handling

2.3.2.6. Brake release button (option)

The brake release button is located on the top of the tiller arm head.The brake release can be used to remove the driving restriction when the tiller arm is in the upright or the bottom position.This can be useful in confined spaces.The brake release is intended to be used in special situations and should not be used constantly.

2.4. Driving the truck

Before attempting to drive a truck, make sure that the daily maintenance checks have been carried out.

To power up the truck:

• Ensure that the charging plug is in the safety socket.

• Ensure that the tiller arm is in the upright position.

• Ensure that no controls or buttons are depressed.

• If the key is not in place, insert it into the key switch and turn it clockwise.

• Lift the key upwards to turn on the main power of the truck.

If, after the above procedure, the status LED is constantly illuminated, the truck is powered up and ready to be used. If the truck is equipped with a display unit, it activates and shows the accumulated operating time in hours and the charge level of the battery. Before starting to use the truck, check that the battery level is sufficient.

2.4.1. Driving instructions

Always use care when driving a truck. Even without a load, the truck is heavy and can cause damage or injury if driven carelessly. Adjust your driving speed to the conditions. Reduce speed when operating in confined spaces or when transporting heavy or unstable loads.

To start driving the truck:

• Power up the truck, check that the status LED is constantly illuminated and that the battery charge level is sufficient.

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• Take hold of the tiller arm handles and lower the tiller arm to the driving position.

• Ensure that there are no obstructions.

• Turn the accelerator carefully in the desired direction.

The truck should start to slowly move in the selected direction. Turn the accelerator further to increase the truck’s speed. Reduce the deflection to reduce the speed and release the accelerator to the neutral position to stop.

If you wish to reduce speed more rapidly, turn the accelerator control to request movement in the opposite direction. If you keep the accelerator held after the truck has stopped, it begins to move in the requested direction at the set speed.

Use the tiller arm to steer the truck.When driving the truck in the direction of the tiller arm, walk beside it and hold the tiller arm handle with one hand.When driving in the opposite direction, walk behind the truck and keep both hands on the tiller arm handles.

2.4.2. Safety guidelines for driving

Before operating the truck, ensure that you have the appropriate training and skills. If you have little prior experience with this type of truck, take time to practise driving and operating it in a safe environment before actually using the truck.

Keep the following guidelines in mind when driving a truck:

• Always adjust your driving speed to the situation. Consider the load, visibility, the environment, other persons and any obstructions.

• Reduce your speed in confined spaces, near edges, at intersections, on ramps, on rough or slippery surfaces and when driving near other persons.

• Accelerate and decelerate smoothly to avoid the load slipping or tipping.

• Use smooth motions while steering the truck, especially when it is loaded to reduce the risk of the load or truck overturning.

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• When possible, keep both hands on the tiller arm handles.

• Be especially careful when driving on slanted or uneven surfaces.

• Do not drive over objects.

• Be careful when driving with a load that reduces your visibility.

Use an assistant if necessary.

• Always drive at a speed that enables you to stop the truck safely.

2.4.3. Stopping and parking the truck

The speed of the truck is electrically controlled through the motor. In addition to acceleration, the motor is used to reduce the truck’s speed.

To slow down the speed of the truck while it is being driven, reduce the deflection of the accelerator by moving it back towards the neutral position.The truck's speed decreases until it travels at the speed that corresponds to the accelerator’s deflection. Return the accelerator control to the neutral position to decelerate completely and bring the truck to a standstill.To reduce the speed more rapidly, turn the accelerator against the direction of movement to request traction in the opposite direction.

When you wish to park the truck or otherwise leave it stationary, stop it first and then release the tiller arm to the upright resting position.The truck has an electrical parking brake, which engages automatically when the truck comes to a standstill and when the accelerator is not deflected. Releasing the tiller arm to the upright position also disables the drive.

The electrical parking brake remains engaged when the truck’s power is turned off.You should always turn off the truck’s power when leaving the truck standing or unattended for any length of time.

When the truck is not being used, it should be parked in a reserved parking place. Lower the fork carriage and release the tiller arm to the upright position.Turn off the truck by pressing down the key switch. For additional security, remove the key from the key switch. Ensure that the truck cannot move by itself or be accessed by unauthorised persons.

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