Fortis 2009

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A Complete Line of Lift Trucks


The Safe Choice Philosophy

We have the unmatched ability at Hyster Company, to meet and exceed our customers’ needs. Tough product. Unsurpassed nationwide parts and service support. “THE SAFE CHOICE” is our continuing commitment to be the most trusted material handling equipment partner in the marketplace.

With a commitment that runs both deep and broad, Hyster truly is

“THE SAFE CHOICE in lift trucks.”


Value Proposition Statement

• Productivity • Serviceability• Ergonomics • Dependability• Cost of Operations

Hyster Company offers a complete line of lift trucks with over 120 different lift truck models configured for gasoline, LPG, diesel, or electric power. Available in the broadest capacity range in the industry - from 2,000 to 105,000 lbs. - each Hyster lift truck is designed to meet your standards to include the following:


Productivity

Pacesetter VSM™• Industrial On-board

Computer– Optimizes performance and

dependability

• Controlled Power Reversal– Reduces tire spin and

increase tire life– Reduces fuel consumption– Manages direction change– Fully adjustable to your

application

• Maximizes Uptime– Monitors and protects key

truck functions


Productivity

Superior Ergonomics• Increased Driver Comfort

– Less heat, noise, and vibration

– Increased foot space– Full-suspension seat

(option)• Precise, Effortless Operation

– Auto-Deceleration System (DuraMatch™ Transmissions)

– TouchPoint Mini-Levers – Smaller steering wheel:

more precise w/ less fatigue


Productivity

Move 6.6% More Loads per Hour


Serviceability

Reduced Service Requirements• Engine-coolant change interval extended from

2,000 to 4,000 hours

• Hydraulic-oil change interval extended from 2,000 to 4,000 hours

Easy Access• Rear-opening one-piece hood

• Opens 85°

• Easy-removal one-piece floor plate

• No tools required


Serviceability

Speed Pre-shift Checks • Pre-shift checks located on same side of truck

• Fewer checks required, including:– Bake fluid– Coolant fluid (when you order Premium Monitoring

System)

Pacesetter VSM™ Saves Time and Money• Easy to use on-board diagnostics

– Fast & accurate trouble-shooting– Facilitates first time fixes

• Monitors key truck functions– Immediately alerts driver to service needs– Protects powertrain


Serviceability

Performance PlusParts Guarantee • Offered on all Fortis® Line of Lift

Trucks

• Hyster dealers offer off-the-shelf availability of all Xpect parts

– All parts routinely required in the first two years of truck operation

• If not available, the Performance Plus parts will be rush shipped to dealer location within 24 hours of time (1 Business Day) of order placement or the parts will be supplied free of all charges.


Productivity

Hyster® Tough Trucks – Easy to Service


Ergonomics

Superior Driver Comfort• Less Heat, Noise, and Vibration

• Isolated drivetrain

• Low-noise hydraulic pump

• Better cooling

• Insulated hood

• Comfortable Reverse Travel

– Swivel seat (option)

– With integrated horn

• Rear-drive handle with horn button (option)

• Full-suspension seat (option)

• 20% more foot space

• Infinite-adjustment steer column


Ergonomics

Precise, Effortless Operation • Auto-Deceleration System

– Automatically slows truck whendriver’s foot off of throttle

– Reduces brake use up to 50%• Improved Brake Pedal Design

– Reduces pedal effort– Improved pedal position– Reduces fatigue

• TouchPoint, Mini-Levers (option)– Fully adjustable armrest– Minimizes strain

• Smaller Steering Wheel– More responsive steering – Only 4 turns lock-to-lock– Less Shoulder stress

• EZXchange LP Tank Bracket (option)


Ergonomics

Easy Entry / Exit Design • Optimized Step Design Minimizes

Strain

• Large open step

• Positioned for maximum comfort (lowered by 3 inches)

• Increased Shoulder Clearance

– Redesigned overhead guard

– More room for larger operators

• Easy right-side Access

– With Manual-Cowl or Mini-Levers Controls


Dependability

Rugged Powertrain • Computer-controlled Engine

and Transmission– Monitors and protects truck

from abuse and damage

• Stronger, Larger, More robust Clutch Packs

– Provide 3x the life of standard packs

• 15% Stronger Gears and Shafts• Options to Increase

Dependability– Powertrain Protection System– Premium Monitoring System


Dependability

Superior Cooling Capability • Improved Cooling Airflow

– High-volume tunnels– Lower temperatures maximize

component life• Improved Radiator Construction

and Mounting– Long-term durability with no leaks– 100% shock mounted

• Combi-Cooler Radiator– Standard on DuraMatch

transmissions– Designed for heavy-duty

applications– Integrated “air-to-oil” transmission

cooler– Best-in-class cooling capacity


Dependability

Reliable Electronics • Pacesetter VSM

– Electronic “brain” of the truck– Proven reliability in heavy industrial

applications• CANbus Wiring

– Reduces complexity• Hall-Effect Sensors / Switches

– Solid-state components last the life of the truck

– No moving parts, no wear, and no adjustments

• Sealed Connectors– Keep out water and debris– OK to power wash entire truck– Ingress Protection Rating = 66


Dependability

Hassle-Free Hydraulics • O-Ring Fittings

– Leak-free O-ring face seals– Vastly superior to flare fittings

• Superior Filtration– 10-micron high-efficiency filter– High-flow in-tank filter increase

hydraulic life– Filters all oil before entering

reservoir• Longer-life Hydraulic Components

– Positioned away from heat sources

– Increases life of hoses, seals, and valves

VS.


Cost of Operations

High-Efficiency Powertrain • Extends Brake Life up to 60%

– Auto-Deceleration System (DuraMatch Transmissions)

• Increase Tire Life up to 50%– Pacesetter VSM manages direction changes

reducing tire spin• Controlled Ramp Roll-Back• Excellent fuel economy without

compromising performance– 2.2L Mazda engine or Yanmar 2.6L Diesel

engine– GM Severe Duty 4.3L V6 with port fuel

injection– Cummins 3.3L QSB Turbo Diesel– Controlled Power Reversal and Auto-

Deceleration System saves fuel• Long Life Brakes

– Optional Oil-Cooled Wet Disc Brakes


Cost of Operations

Reduce Downtime • Superior Cooling

– Industry leading cooling capacity• Reliable Electronics

– CANbus wiring– Hall-effect switches– Sealed Electrical connectors– High-intensity LED’s– Dash display sealed against debris

and moisture• Dependable Hydraulics

– Long-life O-ring face-seal hydraulic fittings

– High-performance filter keeps system running clean


Cost of Operations

Superior Serviceability • Minimizes Service Time

– Reduces Periodic Maintenance– Fewer unscheduled repairs

• Easy Service Access– Cowl-to-counterweight– Daily checks on same side of truck– Uncluttered layout

• Active system Monitoring– Protects truck systems– Reduces downtime

• State-of-the-art Diagnostics– Quick and easy repairs– Minimizes “parts swapping”

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