temp. inverter

is locked for 30 seconds before activation can be attempted. Press the shutdown button (3) to deactivate the truck.

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.

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

• Ensure that there are no obstructions.

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• 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.

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

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

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• 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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NOTE

Never park the truck or leave materials in front of fire exits, fire extinguishers, etc. Do not park on a slanted surface.

2.5. Load handling

The truck has been designed for transporting materials on pallets. When transporting a load, keep in mind the following guidelines:

• Always secure a load before transporting it.

• Always drive the truck with the forks as low as possible.

• Accelerate, decelerate and steer carefully.

• Never place any part of your body between the structures of the truck and the fork carriage.

• Be especially careful when transporting a load that is wider than the truck.

• Only handle undamaged loads.

• Place the load so that its weight rests as evenly as possible on the forks.

• On slopes and ramps, place yourself above the load.

• Do not overload the truck.

• Only drive with the load lifted when stacking.

• Verify the truck’s lifting capacity from the identification plate, which is fixed to the underside of the tiller arm.

Do not exceed the truck's maximum loading capacity under any circumstances.

WARNING!

To stack:

• Drive towards the shelf or stack with the load as low as possible.

• Ensure that the forks are fully under the lowest pallet and that the load is balanced.

• Lift the load so that it is clearly above the stacking height or shelf.

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• Drive towards the stack.

• When the load is correctly aligned, lower it to the stacking level.

• Lower the forks so that they disengage and reverse from the stack.

• Make sure that the forks are clear of both the stacking level and the pallet.

To unstack:

• Drive towards the shelf or stacking level with the forks lowered.

• Stop in front of the stack and lift the forks to the appropriate level for taking the load.

• Lift the load so that it is clearly above the stacking height or shelf.

• Reverse far enough from the stacking level to permit lowering the load for safe driving.

Never leave a broken pallet or an unstable load on a shelf or stack.

WARNING!

2.6. Charging the batteries

The truck is equipped with rechargeable batteries that should be fully recharged before the truck is taken into use each day. Charging the batteries should be the responsibility of a trained professional. Lead-acid batteries contain a corrosive acid solution and can contain a considerable amount of stored electrical energy.Therefore, the responsible person or persons should be qualified and take appropriate precautions. See Section 3.1 Safety guidelines and preparation and Section 3.2 Maintenance guidelines for information on safety and preparation for maintenance tasks. See Chapter 3 Regular maintenance for information on regular battery maintenance procedures and Section 4.5.1 Battery maintenance for more information on battery maintenance.

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Adhere to the following guidelines when working with batteries:

• Do not handle a naked flame or smoke near batteries, as batteries can emit explosive gases.

• Do not place conductive tools or other objects on top of the batteries to avoid short-circuiting.

• Before charging wet lead-acid batteries, make sure that the cell caps are firmly fastened to prevent the corrosive battery solution from splashing.

• Wear protective gear appropriate for handling batteries, which contain a corrosive acid solution.

• Make sure that the area where batteries are charged is well ventilated to rapidly dissipate any produced explosive gases.

• Always charge a battery before storing it or if it is not used for a long period. Storing a battery in a low-charge state can permanently damage it.

The battery can be charged either with an external or an internal battery charger. If an external battery charger is used, follow the instructions given by the manufacturer or supplier of the charging device.When using an external battery charger, ensure that it is suitable for the battery type.

A truck with an internal charger can be charged from a normal wall socket.To charge a truck with an internal battery charger:

1. Park the truck in a reserved charging place.

2. Turn off the truck’s power from the main key switch.

3. Unplug the charging plug from the safety socket.

4. Connect the plug to a suitable mains socket.

The charging indicator on the truck’s control panel indicates the progress of charging.The indicator flashes red at the beginning of charging. It changes to yellow to indicate 80% battery charge. When the indicator turns to green, the truck’s batteries are fully charged and the charger can be unplugged. Even if the charger

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is not unplugged after charging is completed, it stops charging automatically.

A fault in the internal charger is indicated by the charging indicator as follows:

• Flashing green:Timeout alarm

The charging duration exceeds the preset maximum value. Verify that the battery has the correct capacity.

• Flashing between red and yellow: Battery current alarm

Loss of output power control. Indicates a fault in the control logic.

• Flashing between red and green: Battery voltage alarm

Loss of output power control. Indicates a fault in the control logic.

• Flashing red, yellow and green in sequence:Temperature alarm

Internal components have overheated.Verify fan operation.

• Flashing between yellow and green: Configuration alarm

An unavailable configuration has been selected.Verify selector position.

2.7.Transportation and storage

Lift the truck only from a marked lifting point. Make sure that the capacity of the lifting device is sufficient. Only tow the truck with the drive wheel lifted from the surface.

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Figure 2.6. Lifting point label

If the truck is not used for a long period, it should be stored in a cool (above 0°C) and dry place. Make sure that the storage surface is even and support the truck so that weight is taken off the drive wheel. Fully charge the truck’s battery before storage and recharge it every 2 to 3 months of storage to prevent damage. Also check the level of battery fluid regularly and add fluid if necessary. If the truck is stored for over a year, change its hydraulic fluid annually.

If the truck has been stored for several months, perform the procedures described for semi-annual maintenance (Section 3.7 Semi-annual maintenance (after 600 hours of operation)) before returning it to use. For shorter storage periods, normal daily maintenance checks are sufficient before returning the truck to use.

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