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PERATOR’S MANUAL0 ELECTRIC POWER PALLET TRUCK

WARNINGrate or service this product unless you have read and fully

d the entire contents of this manual. Failure to do so may result in amage, bodily injury or death.

ISSUE DATE: MAY 5, 2020 REV.0 (PART # 038-927EO)

FOREWORD

As a lift truck operator, you areresponsible for a machine that is use-ful, powerful, and can be hazardous ifnot operated as described. Your BigLift LLC truck may weigh more thansome cars, depending on the model.Observing and practicing the safetywarnings in this manual cannot beoveremphasized. Just knowing thewarnings, however, is no substitutefor common sense. Focusing on thetask at hand will, in almost all cases,prevent accidents. Think of the truckas your own. In this way you will learnits capabilities and limitations.

This manual is intended to remainwith the truck at all times as a handy

reference guide to operation. Detailedmaintenance procedures are found inthe parts and service manual for thespecific truck model, and are to beperformed only by a qualified techni-cian. For further information onobtaining a complete parts and ser-vice manual, see page 21 of this man-ual.

The operator who knows his truck willlearn to spot problems as theydevelop. This is accomplished by per-forming the Daily Checks and report-ing any problems to the designatedauthority.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY SYMBOLS ..............................................................................................2

GENERAL DESCRIPTION....................................................................................2

NAME PLATE AND WARNING DECAL...............................................................2

LOAD CAPACITY..................................................................................................5

BEFORE OPERATION..........................................................................................6

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS .......................................................................8

OPERATION........................................................................................................10Forward and Reverse Travel and Speed Control ...............................10Steering..................................................................................................10Stopping.................................................................................................11Parking ...................................................................................................11Battery Charging ...................................................................................12Load Handling .......................................................................................12Moving a Disabled Truck......................................................................12

NOTICE - OBTAINING A PARTS AND SERVICE MANUAL .............................21

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SAFETY SYMBOLSWARNING and CAUTIONS are both signal words intended to alert the viewer tothe existence and relative degree of a hazard. They are both preceded by a safetyalert symbol consisting of an exclamation mark enclosed by a triangle.

A Warning indicates a hazard which could result in injury or death if proper pre-cautions are not taken.

A Caution indicates a reminder of routine safety practices.

A prohibition slash (circle with diagonal slash through it) indicates a procedure oraction that should not be performed under any circumstances, as both personalinjury and/or damage to equipment will result.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION Big Lift LLC Pallet trucks lift and trans-port loads on rigid forks.

Control for steering, braking, forwardand reverse travel, horn, lift, lower andspeed control are all located on thecontrol handle.

Trucks in this series may vary in loadcapacity, battery arrangement, andinstrumentation, depending on modeland options.

NAME PLATE AND WARNING DECALName plate and warning decal loca-tions may vary between models, butthey are always near the steering armwithin sight of the operator.

If the name plate or warning decal arelost or damaged they should bereplaced immediately. Have yoursupervisor or the designated author-ity contact Big Lift LLC AuthorizedDealer for replacement.

The name plate shows the modelnumber, serial number, and trucktype. Battery type, with voltage andminimum weight, is shown along withinformation on the load capacity andload center.

The warning decal contains warningswhich also appear, with illustrations,in the Operating Precautions sectionof this manual.

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EPJ-30 Name Plate and Warning Decal Locations - Typical

WPT Name Plate and Warning Decal Locations - Typical

R6837

R6692

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WRT Name Plate and Warning Decal Locations - Typical

This truck is equipped with a battery. Read and heed the warning decal locatednear the battery. An example is shown here:

WARNING:

R6838

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LOAD CAPACITY

Do not overload truck. Check capacity plate for load weight and load center information.

The load capacity depends on the load center. The load maximum capacity listed on the capacity plate assumes a uniform load whose center is at 1/2 the length of the fork and cen-tered between the forks. The maxi-mum load capacity is reduced when the load center exceeds 1/2 the length

of the forks or is not centered between the forks. The fork length and wheel-base must be adequate for the skid or bin to be handled.

Note that a truck undergoing speed changes is less stable than a standing truck. If you are not sure that the truck can lift a certain load, consult your supervisor or the designated author-ity.

Load Center

R6693

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BEFORE OPERATION

The table on page 7 covers importantinspection points on trucks whichshould be checked prior to operation.Depending on use, some trucks mayrequire additional checks.

The illustration below shows a sampleformat for an Operator Checklist,which can be modified as necessaryto fit your operation.

Periodic maintenance of thistruck by a QUALIFIED TECH-NICIAN is required.

A QUALIFIED SERVICETECHNICIAN should check thetruck monthly for proper lubri-

cation, proper fluid levels,brake maintenance, motormaintenance and other areasspecified in the parts and ser-vice manual maintenance sec-tion.

If the truck is found to beunsafe and in need of repair, orcontributes to an unsafe condi-tion, report it immediately to thedesignated authority. Do notoperate it until it has beenrestored to a safe operatingcondition. Do not make anyunauthorized repairs or adjust-ments. All service must be per-formed by a qualifiedmaintenance technician.

Sample of Operator Check List

WARNING:

WARNING:

WARNING:

R6235

Electric TruckDaily Operator Check-Off List

Date Operator

Truck No. Model No.

Dept.

Check

Tires

Load Wheels

Horn

Lift Lower Control

Need MaintenanceO.K. ( )

Shift

Hour MeterReading Drive Hoist

Attachment Operation

Forward & Reverse Controls

Steering

Electrical Brakes

Hydraulic Leaks, Cylinders,Valves, Hoses, Etc.

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Operator Checks

ITEM PROCEDURETransmission and hydraulic systems

Check for signs of fluid leakage.

Forks Check for cracks and damage.Guards and load backrest Check that safety guards are properly secured

and not damaged.Safety signs Check that warning labels, nameplate, etc.,

are in good condition and legible.Horn Check that horn sounds when operated.Steering Check for binding or looseness in steering

arm when steering.Travel controls Check that speed controls on control handle

operate in all speed ranges in forward and reverse and that belly button switch functions.

Wheels Check drive wheel for cracks or damage. Move truck to check load wheels for freedom of rotation.

Hydraulic controls Check operation of lift and lower to their maxi-mum positions.

Brakes Check that brakes actuate when steering arm is raised to upright position, and when lowered to horizontal position.

Deadman/Parking brake Check that steering arm raises to upright posi-tion when released and brake applies.

Battery disconnect Check that battery can be disconnected and reconnected. Check for connector damage.

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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

The steering arm and control handleprovide controls for steering, forwardand reverse speed control, braking,raising and lowering the forks, and

horn. Control handles on all modelshave a “belly-button” reversing switchwhich reverses the direction of thetruck upon contact with the operator.

Control Handle

R6694

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Walkie/Rider Pallet Trucks have agrab bar which also contains lift, lowerand horn controls.

Detailed operating instructions are inthe Operation section of this manual.

A battery disconnect is mounted nearthe steering arm. Pulling the discon-nect removes all power from truck cir-cuits in the event of an emergency.

Grab Bar

R6803

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OPERATION

Forward and Reverse Travel andSpeed Control

Control Handle

All directional and speed controls arelocated on the control handle.

Forward and reverse are controlled byrotating the speed control lever asshown. The lever is spring loaded toreturn to neutral when released. Fur-ther rotation in either direction willprogress the truck from slow to maxi-mum travel speed.

To change directions or to stop thetruck, rotate the speed control lever inthe opposite direction. The truck will

come to a stop and then, unless thecontrols are returned to the centerneutral position, accelerate in theopposite direction.

Steering

Moving the control handle (which con-nects to the steering arm) right or leftwill turn the truck right or left. Whenmaneuvering around corners, makesquare turns and be sure there is adequate clearance.

R6694

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Stopping

Stop the truck as gradually as possi-ble. Unnecessary rapid stopping couldbe hazardous. Load could becomeunstable.

To stop the tucks movement (forwardor reverse), raise the control handle tothe up position or push the controlhandle all the way down. In both posi-tions, the electric brake will deactivateand the bake will apply. To releasethe brake, just move the control han-dle to the operating position.

NOTE: The steering arm gas springautomatically raises thesteering arm to the uprightposition when the steeringarm is released.

CAUTION: If the control handle doesnot raise immediately tothe vertical position whenreleased, the truck shouldbe placed “OUT OF SER-VICE” until it can beinspected by a qualifiedrepair technician.

Parking

When parking the truck, do notobstruct traffic lanes or aisles.

1. Park the truck in its designatedparking area.

2. Raise the steering arm until verti-cal to apply the parking brake.

3. Fully lower forks.

4. Turn keyswitch to off position.Remove key for added security.

5. Pull out battery disconnect.

Steering Arm Braking Positions

R6620

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Battery Charging

Refer to DOC 245 for battery safetyand maintenance.

NOTE: Battery charging instructionsare contained in the servicemanual.

Load Handling

Handle only loads arranged forstability and always use cau-tion. Raise and lower the loadsmoothly to prevent the loadfrom falling.

Always be sure the load andload center are within thecapacity of the truck. If in doubtcheck the nameplate.

1. Approach the load slowly.

2. Move the truck slowly into posi-tion so that the forks are withinpallet or skid, and the load is cen-

tered over the forks and as farback as possible.

3. Raise the forks to lift load.

4. Lead the truck by the control han-dle with the load trailing exceptwhen in confined areas. Rampsshould be traveled with operatoruphill of truck when empty, oroperator downhill of truck withload on forks.

5. Always look in the direction oftravel. Move slowly and checkclearances when approachingobstructions.

6. Do not make sudden starts andstops. Operate truck smoothlyand gradually.

7. Travel slowly and squarelyaround corners. Remember thatthe trailing load wheels do not fol-low the turn path of the drivewheel. Instead they tend to cutthe corner.

8. Line up the truck with the unload-ing area.

9. Stop the truck and check the loadalignment with surroundingobjects.

10. Be careful not to damage ormove adjacent loads and objects.

11. Lower the forks until the load isresting on its own.

12. Move the truck back until theforks are clear of the pallet.

Moving a Disabled Truck

Do not attempt to move a disabledtruck; notify your supervisor or properauthority.

WARNING:

WARNING:

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The following operating instructions appear on the truck warning decal, which islocated near the steering arm.

Do not operate this truck unless youhave been trained and authorized to doso, and have read and understand allwarnings and instructions contained inthis operator’s manual and on this truck.

R6695

R6696

Do not operate this truck untilyou have checked its condi-tion. Give special attention towheels, horn, battery, control-ler, lift systems, brakes, steer-ing mechanism, guards andsafety devices. If you have anyquestions, notify your supervi-sor or proper authority.

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R6697

Walkie Pallet Trucks: Operatetruck only from walking position.

R6839

Walkie/Rider Pallet Trucks:Keep feet within limits of truck.

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R6699

Wear foot protection andkeep feet clear of truck.

R6701

Do not carry passengers.

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R6702

Observe applicable traffic regulations. Yield right-of-way to pedestrians.Slow down and sound horn at cross aisles and wherever vision isobstructed.

R6703

Start, stop, travel, steer and brake smoothly. Slow down for turns and onuneven or slippery surfaces that could cause truck to slide or overturn. Usespecial care when traveling without load as the risk of overturn may begreater.

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R6704

Always look in direction of travel. Keep aclear view, and when load interferes withvisibility, travel with load or lifting mecha-nism trailing (except when climbingramps.

R6705

Use special care when operating on ramps; travel slowly, and do not angleor turn. Travel with lifting mechanism downhill.

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R6706

Do not handle loads which are higherthan load backrest or load backrestextension unless load is secured so thatno part of it could fall backward.

R6707

Before lifting, be sure load is centered,forks are completely under load, andload is as far back as possible againstload backrest.

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R6708

Keep hands out of lifting mechanism.

R6709

When leaving truck neutralize travel con-trol. Fully lower lifting mechanism andset brake. When leaving truck unat-tended also shut off power.

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NOTES

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NOTICE - OBTAINING A PARTS AND SERVICE MANUAL

A complete parts and service manual covering this truck is available from Big LiftLLC. To order, obtain the serial number of your truck and contact your Big JoeAuthorized Dealer.

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