Wave Operator Manual - Crown Equipment Corporation
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1. WORK ASSIST VEHICLE Operator Manual Vehicle CROWN You amp Your Vehicle Load Wavee Vehicle Operation Handling Maintenance Welcome to your Wave Operator Manual This manual has been designed to provide you with specific information regarding the safe operation of the Wave work assist vehicle As you will see in this manual we ve made it easy to use and understand as well as informative Be aware though that only trained and certified operators are permitted to use the vehicle This manual is only one part of a complete operator training program that includes live presentations hands on training and practice on the vehicle all of which must be provided by an authorized trainer before you are permitted to operate any Wave vehicle T F See isiisee8 ar TATE i Know the Hazards EACH WARNING LABEL ON YOUR VEHICLE IS IMPORTANT Read and obey all of them to protect yourself and others Do not operate this vehicle unless you are trained and authorized You or people around you could be seriously injured or even killed if you don t use this vehicle correctly Read the Manuals You amp Your Vehicle Load Vehicle Wavee Vehicle Operation Handling Maintenance _ Table Of Contents Pade What s In It For You Protect Yourself amp Others You Must be Trained 5 Be A Safe Operator 6 Platform Safety 9 Im You amp Your Wave Vehicle 11 Your Work Ass2. PEDESTRIANS HAVE THE RIGHT OF WAY Watch out for people around you Don t drive too close to them Be careful at intersections Use your horn Check around you before changing direction Look in the direction you are traveling AVOID FALLS AND TIPOVERS Make certain your path is clear of debris holes or any objects that could cause you to fall or your vehicle to tip over Don t run over anything on the floor Continued Travel Uae LLLLILLL3 E SERRE Ba LLILILLET IL LALLILILLTAU ks B EHBNEEE LIBI mie CASTER SWING The front of the vehicle may move a couple of inches to one side or the other when you begin traveling or change direction of travel This is caused by the swing of the casters and usually does not require steering correction ul ih eee Will d HORN Sound the horn as needed and when you come to a crosswalk or intersection IT S NOT SAFE TO OPERATE ON RAMPS OR GRADES You could lose steering control Operate your vehicle on level surfaces only SLOW DOWN FOR SPILLS OR WET FLOORS Powder or liquid spills can cause slippery floors Slow down or you could lose control of steering and braking Be careful and allow for a longer stopping distance Traveling TUNING You can turn your vehicle even when you are not traveling Squeeze the steering control in the direction you want the front or load end of the vehicle to turn Squeeze the right side o
3. Troubleshooting IRIS Service Support Telephone Number 36 Vehicle MET Celie Vehicle Maintenance Daily Safety Check CHECK YOUR VEHICLE BEFORE STARTING WORK You must make sure your vehicle is safe both for you and for people around you IF ANYTHING DOESN T LOOK OR FEEL RIGHT DON T DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE REPORT THE PROBLEM TO YOUR SUPERVISOR WALK AROUND YOUR VEHICLE amp CHECK IT OVER e Make sure the batteries are charged See page 34 for battery charging and servicing information e Check that all wheels are in good condition e Look into and under the vehicle for signs of leaks e Turn the key to ON See that the beeper and all display lights are working Try the horn e Make sure the power disconnect works e See that all options are working if your vehicle is so equipped e Check your vehicle for any damage that could be a hazard to you or to people around you TEST DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE IN AN UNCONGESTED AREA e Make certain the service panel door is closed e Check raise and lower Platform should not elevate above 20 inches with gates open e Make sure the steering is smooth e Drive the vehicle slowly in both directions e Drive through the full speed range in forward and reverse In forward and with platform lowered the speed should be slower with gates closed e Check stopping distance in forward and reverse Caution travel speed load weight and floor conditions can affect s
4. Be even more careful while using the Hand Sensor Override ose Braking HAND BRAKE While traveling rotate the twist grip in the opposite direction of travel to slow or stop the vehicle The farther you rotate the grip past center the quicker the braking Return the grip to center as soon as your vehicle comes to a stop FOOT BRAKE Lift a heel from either floor pedal to apply the brake PARKING BRAKE The parking brake is automatically applied after the vehicle stops moving or if there is loss of power In an emergency push the Power Disconnect Button This will cut power to the vehicle and apply the parking brake i Know the Hazards WATCH OUT FOR PEOPLE AROUND YOU Don t drive too close to them Know the distance it takes to stop In an emergency push the Power Disconnect Button to stop your vehicle Travel s a f EL A1 DIRECTION AND SPEED l mma Rotate the top of the 1 H0 twist grip in the direction B QON you want to travel The 2 HHH farther you rotate the Wi LL grip from the center position the faster your vehicle will travel TRAVEL OR TRAVEL SPEED WILL BE AFFECTED BY e Position of travel speed rabbit turtle switch e Elevated height e Position of gates e Direction of travel e Hands and feet not in travel position e Hand Sensor Override e Someone or something on the motor cover e Battery charger plugged in
5. CRUSHED Come to a complete stop before leaving your vehicle While the vehicle is moving keep your hands on the e controls and your heels on the pedals Any part of your body caught between the vehicle and a solid object will be crushed or even cut off If you must use a hand to stabilize a load make certain you will not be pinned or crushed AVOID TIPOVERS Never overload your vehicle Distribute loads evenly Watch out for overhead obstructions like pipes or electrical conduits Stay away from the edge of docks or drop offs Be sure your path is clear of debris holes or anything that could cause a tipover KEEP YOUR VEHICLE UNDER CONTROL Don t drive on ramps or grades You could lose steering control Be extra careful and drive slowly over spills or wet floors Don t drive over things in your path THIS PLATFORM IS NOT INSULATED You could be burned or even killed if you or your vehicle comes too close to electrical devices or wires Know what voltages you may be exposed to and what the safe working distance is Ha ex GS VA VE SE CR WA WA A EE A A EE EE A AR SE SS fn DP AD 4 4 4 4 4 4 Page 8 Protect Yourself Protect Yourself Page 9 Protect Yourself Platform Safety KEEP YOUR FEET ON THE FLOORBOARD Don t climb on any part of the vehicle or use any other item to stand on USE THE GATES Close the gates behind you when you are elevated Protect yourself from falls ST
6. POSITION LIGHT A yellow light here along with a beep means your hands and feet are not in the travel position If the vehicle won t drive when you move the twist grip check for this light The hand sensor override see page 17 can affect the operation of this light FAULT LIGHT This yellow light will come on and the vehicle will stop when a fault is sensed Try restarting the vehicle If the light comes on again shut the vehicle off and notify your supervisor BEEPS EVENTS amp FAULT CODES When you hear beeps and see lights flashing on the battery display it means the vehicle has sensed an event or a fault that you may need to do something about For example One beep along with the last three bars on the display flashing means that you do not have your hands or feet in the travel position See page 36 for information on other codes and steps for troubleshooting your vehicle EN S TRAVEL SPEED SWITCH When working in an open area with few people around you have the option of selecting faster travel speeds by pushing the top of the switch by the rabbit symbol Push the bottom of the switch by the turtle to select slower travel speeds HAND SENSOR OVERRIDE SWITCH If you need a hand free to steady a load you can turn the hand sensors off by pushing the bottom of the switch by the off symbol A light in the override switch will come on to remind you the sensors are turned off Push t
7. Passengers EVENLY DISTRIBUTED LOAD Make certain the load weight is evenly distributed over the surface of the deck b gt Er pee p ME a H1 Bar FH jas H F T L ej ee es MTS ert Load Handling Load Handling Load Tray CAPACITY KG LBS 135 300 90 200 CAPACITY Don t put more than 90kg or 200 lbs on 115 250 the load tray mA OWENS One Operator No Passengers EVENLY DISTRIBUTED LOAD Make certain the load weight is evenly distributed over the surface of the tray VERTICAL TRAY ADJUSTMENT Hold the load tray at the side edge with both hands to support the tray when released from its present heisht position Tip the tray up until it is free to slide up or down on the mast When you have it positioned at the best work height return the tray to a level latched position TRAY STORAGE Tilt the load tray up and slide it down the mast as far as it will go Move the tray back against the mast until it is latched E Ut S 2 TF WT JT tt LI Load Handling Vehicle Maintenance Vehicle Maintenance Section Contents Page amp Service Panel IEF Location 32 Push Drive Switch 33 Power Disconnect Button 33 Raise amp Lower Override Switches 33 sume Battery Maintenance 34 Batteries amp Charger 35 To Charge The Batteries 35 Troubleshooting The Battery Charger
8. can be pushed If it does not release contact your supervisor No one may ride anywhere on the vehicle while it is being pushed Pushing speed must not exceed 2 MPH Abnormal Charge O Charging O Charge Complete POWER DISCONNECT PEE travel HUM Us D mE wi operator is on eed Pushing speed must not exceed 2 MPH to prevent A i rive r Raise Press this button ur to cut power to the ase Lowe vehicle and shut it down Call Product Suppor 888 300 4283 wave RAISE amp LOWER OVERRIDE SWITCHES The switch on the lower left determines whether the operator platform or this service panel has control of raise amp lower If the left switch is on BASE the right switch will control raise and lower The Raise amp Lower buttons on the platform won t work until the left switch is placed back on PLATFORM If the Lowering button does not work the platform can be lowered by following the instructions for operating a manual lowering valve Both the valve and the instructions are located under the load deck Know the Hazards 4D AP 4 4 4 A Ad DON T LET THE OPERATOR GET HURT Before you use the Raise Lower override switches warn the operator to keep hands and feet inside the operator area P 4 Don t push the vehicle until the operator is off the platform and the area is clear Vehicle MET Cele Vehicle Maintenance Battery Maintenanci BATTERIES amp CHARGER e Don t cha
9. in the power off position e Vehicle may have options added to prevent unauthorized use POWER DISCONNECT Press the red Power Disconnect Button immediately if your vehicle isn t working risht Don t use the vehicle Report the problem to your supervisor POWER ON OR OFF The Power Disconnect Button has two positions e Button up power on e Button down power off Press and release the button to change positions To complete key on power must be on button up before the key is turned on tnet Power On amp Off HAND SENSORS You must be in the travel position with a hand on each of the controls unless you are using the Hand Sensor Override HAND SENSOR OVERRIDE This feature See page 14 allows you to turn the hand sensors off and have a hand free to steady a load on the tray The switch will light when the hand sensors are turned off Avoid injury Be careful where you place your hand or arm i Bo TRAVEL POSITION LIGHT This yellow light will come on if you do not have your hands and feet in the travel position However when you use the hand sensor override this light will not come on when your hands are out of position FOOT SENSORS You must be in the travel position with both foot pedals down to travel raise or lower TRAVEL POSITION e Hands on the controls e Heels on the pedals Any part of your body outside the operator area can be pinned or crushed
10. AY CLOSE TO YOUR WORK Avoid long reaches Be careful with tools or when transferring merchandise Watch out for people below and in the next aisle FALLS ARE VERY SERIOUS ACCIDENTS Keep your feet on the platform floor Don t climb on any part of the vehicle or use anything else to stand on Keep gates closed when elevated FALLING OBJECTS CAN INJURE OTHERS Keep your vehicle close to your work Make sure loads are stable Watch out for people below you You amp Your Wavee Vehicle You amp Yo ur Wave Vehicle Section Contents Page MEN Your Work Assist Vehicle 11 This Is Your Wave 11 It s Not Like An Automobile 11 How To Drive Your Vehicle 11 GiveYour Body A Break Vehicle Parts BP IKE Display Panel 13 Battery Charge Display 13 Travel Position Light 13 Fault Light 13 Beeps Events And Fault Codes Switch Panel IMP Travel Speed Switch 14 Hand Sensor Override Switch 14 You amp Your Wavee Vehicle You and Your WAVE THIS IS YOUR WAVE Use your WAVE Work Assist Vehicle for moving and stocking materials or maintenance at low heights Use on dry level floors in temperatures above freezing IT S NOT LIKE AN AUTOMOBILE e You don t steer the same e You don t brake the same e You don t accelerate the same HOW TO DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE e Face the front or load end of the vehicle e Keep your heels on the pedals and hands on the controls e Travel with gates ope
11. If it s not working risht or something is broken report the problem to your supervisor Don t use the vehicle e n an open area check all vehicle operations Make certain everything is working risht especially before operating around other people DRIVE CAUTIOUSLY BE ALERT e Keep the gates closed when you are elevated e Drive with the gates open when the platform is lowered You may need to get off the vehicle quickly to avoid injury e Don t climb on the rails or any other part of the vehicle e Keep your entire body inside the operator area no matter how slow the vehicle is moving A hand or foot caught between the vehicle and a solid object will be crushed or even cut off e Avoid sudden movement of controls Learn to use them smoothly at a moderate even rate Sudden control changes can cause loads to shift or fall Make sure loads are secure e Always be alert to the area around you and watch where you are driving You could be pinned or crushed by objects intruding or poking into the operator area e Always check that you can clear overhead objects e Check clearances before raising or lowering e Be extra careful if you must use your vehicle in an area where there is a risk of falling objects e Make sure you have a clear view in the direction you re traveling Look where you re going and slow down in congested areas e Slow down and be extra careful on wet or slippery floors e
12. TO DRAWINGS On many pages you will find pictures as well as text to help you understand how to use your vehicle safely and productively Page 3 You amp Your Vehicle Vehicle Load Wavee Vehicle Operation Handling MET Eres Protect Yourself and Others Section Contents Page GENE You Must Be Trained 5 AMoving Vehicle Can Be Dangerous 5 You Must Be Trained Be A Safe Operator o Make Sure You Are Ready To Drive 6 Make Sure Your Vehicle Is Ready 6 Drive Cautiously Be Alert 6 Watch Out For Other People 7 Avoid Falls and Tipovers 7 When Leaving Your Vehide 7 Know The Hazards 8 Platform Safety 9 9 Keep Your Feet On The Floorboard 9 9 Use The Gates Stay Close To Your Work Standing or riding on any load area could cause a fall Do not operate this vehicle unless you are trained and authorized Stay off all You or people around you could be load areas 179 seriously injured or even killed if you CA PAC TY don t use this vehicle correctly Read the Manuals KG LBS 135 300 Obey all warnings and instructions in the Manuals and on the vehicle Inspect your vehicle before using it Make sure it is in good working order Stop vehicle fully before getting off Watch out for people around you 115 250 Falling objects can injure others ge Make sure loads are stable G Tipovers are very serious accidents ED m Make certain your path is clear of debris holes or
13. ad isn t too heavy for where you re driving e Don t drive onto an elevator unless it is authorized Check the capacity or load limit and make sure there are no people present Keep vehicle gates open Enter load first WHEN LEAVING YOUR VEHICLE e Stop the vehicle and lower the platform completely before getting off e Turn the vehicle off Remove the key if necessary to prevent unauthorized use Protect Yourself coins Be A Safe Operator t Know the Hazards a 4 fy P 4 4 4 4 4 A WATCH OUT FOR PEOPLE AROUND YOU Pedestrians always have the right of way They can t control your vehicle Start out slowly and don t drive too close to them Be careful at intersections Check around the vehicle and under the platform before lowering or driving THERE IS NO SAFE PLACE FOR PASSENGERS Never allow anyone to stand or ride anywhere on your vehicle FALLING OBJECTS CAN INJURE PEOPLE BELOW YOU Be careful when handling tools or merchandise Work close to racks or shelves when transferring loads Make sure loads are stable E FALLS ARE VERY SERIOUS ACCIDENTS Keep the gates closed when you are elevated Don t climb on any part of the platform Never add anything to the platform to stand or climb on Don t climb down from an elevated platform Have someone lower the platform using the override controls on the service panel or the manual lowering valve under the load deck yx HANDS AND FEET CAN BE PINNED OR
14. anything that could cause the vehicle to tip over One Operator No Passengers Keep gates closed while elevated Stay off railing and load areas Don t use other objects to stand on Keep your feet on the platform floor You could be struck or crushed by You can be crushed by going under the lowering platform a rack Look where you re driving Keep your entire body away Stay off ramps or grades from area under platform You could lose steering control Operate on level surfaces only While servicing block the platform so it won t fall or accidentally lower A DANGER This platform is not insulated You could be burned or even killed Stay clear of all if you or your vehicle comes too close moving parts to electrical devices or wires 90 200 ium Moving parts can Know what voltages you may be cut or crush hands exposed to and what the safe feet arms or legs working distance is Vehicle does not have brakes Push steering or travel control when switch is in Push position Do not push vehicle while operator is on platform Pushing speed must not exceed 2 MPH to prevent damage to vehicle Protect Yourself A MOVING VEHICLE CAN BE DANGEROUS You or others around you can be seriously injured or even killed if you are not careful or don t know how to use this vehicle correctly YOU MUST BETRAINED Only trained and certified operators are permitted to use this vehicle This manual is
15. beep travel position light off display gt U You must perform the drive code an optional feature Slow beeping fault light flashing display gt C AM TH Unplug battery charger Turn key off then on to start vehicle Slow beeping fault light flashing display gt A I Remove hands from controls Restart the vehicle Keep hands off controls until display shows battery charge about 2 seconds OTHER THINGS THAT CAN CAUSE FLASHES amp BEEPS There are some problems that will shut your vehicle down completely Both the beeps and the flashing fault light will pulse continuously Try to restart the vehicle If the signals continue shut the vehicle off and notify your supervisor There are some minor problems that will not shut your vehicle down but will cause the vehicle to beep twice and the battery display to flash for a short time You may continue operating your vehicle Report the event to your supervisor at the end of your shift PRODUCT SUPPORT TELEPHONE NUMBER If you ve tried all the troubleshooting tips and still can t get your vehicle working properly call the Product Support Telephone Number 1 888 300 9283 wave Vehicle MET Cele Crown New Bremen Ohio 45869 USA Printed in U S A 2006 PF14649
16. er Try plugging the charger in a second time If the red light still comes on unplug the charger and notify your Supervisor e A yellow light means the charger is working e A green light means charging is finished Unplug the extension cord The vehicle is ready to use e f none of the lights come on the charger is not getting power Make sure the AC outlet is working and the extension cord is OK Know the Hazards 4D Lf Lf AD 4 4 4 A P BATTERIES CAN BE DANGEROUS They produce fumes that can explode They also contain acid that can burn or disfigure you e Don t service any batteries unless you are trained and authorized e Never smoke or use open flames around batteries e Use protection such as gloves eye shields etc e Do battery work in a safe area provided by your company P AP AP AP AP AW AW Gm Page 35 Vehicle MET CILE TIT Vehicle MET Cele Troubleshooting IF YOUR VEHICLE DOESN T WORK HERE ARE A FEW THINGS TO CHECK FOR YOURSELF BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE No beep battery display is off s key turned on Make certain Push Drive switch is in the Drive position No beep battery display lights flash and go out One of the disconnect switches has been pushed No beep battery display is on Check that Platform Base switch is in the Platform position One beep travel position light on display C0088 You don t have your hands or feet in the travel position One
17. f the steering control The front of the vehicle will turn to the right A Ed Ld dE EER Your turning speed will vary depending on how far you squeeze the steering control f Know the Hazards WATCH OUT FOR PEOPLE AROUND YOU e Look before turning e Avoid sudden vehicle movement e Don t drive too close to them e Know the distance it takes to stop Forward Traveling While traveling forward Squeeze the steering control in the direction you want the front of the vehicle to turn Release the control when the vehicle is turned and pointed to the direction you want to travel T El JAL AL HEEL ITAL Note Turns will become larger as travel speed increases or the load weight increases Reverse Traveling Turning While traveling in reverse Squeeze the steering control in the direction you want the front of the vehicle to turn Release the control when the vehicle is turned and pointed to the direction you want to travel ett tT TTT LLITTTTLIT PEC CETTE LL BEBBERERUE LaL ee es E IL The front of the vehicle will swing wide when you turn See that you have room to drive and steer Watch out for people around you Turns will become larger as travel speed increases or load weisht is increased Push either the Raise button or the Lower button to raise or lower the platform Release the button when you get to the desired height RAISE am
18. he top of the switch by the hand symbol to turn the sensors on CONGESTED AREAS CAN BE DANGEROUS Slow down and keep your vehicle under control Don t use high travel speed in crowded or busy areas Pedestrians always have the right of way HANDS AND ARMS CAN BE CRUSHED Make certain your hand or arm won t be pinned or crushed when you have the hand sensor turned off Vehicle Operation Vehicle Operation Section Contents Page QUE 16 Key On amp Off 16 Power Disconnect 17 Hand Sensors 17 Hand Sensor Override 17 Travel Position Light 17 Foot Sensors Braking ME Hand Brake 18 Foot Brake 18 Parking Brake 18 19 Tavel 19 Direction And Speed 20 Caster Swing 20 Horn Turning MM When Not Traveling 21 Forward Traveling 22 Reverse Traveling 23 EM Raising amp Lowering 24 Motor Cover Interlock Rail Guidance BM In amp Out Of Aisles 25 Vehicle Operation Power en T1628 KEY ON Turn key vertical to the green dot Check that beeper and all display lishts are working Don t put your hands on the controls until beeping stops KEY OFF Turn key horizontal to the red dot Always turn the key off when leaving your vehicle Remove the key if necessary to prevent unauthorized use SOME THINGS THAT WILL PREVENT KEY ON e Hands placed on controls too quickly e The Power Disconnect Button on either the platform or the service panel see page 33 is
19. ist Vehicle 12 Vehicle Parts 13 Display Panel 14 Switch Panel Vehicle Operation 5 Power On amp Off 16 Braking 18 Travel 19 Turning 21 Raising amp Lowering 24 Rail Guidance 25 I Load Handling 27 Vehicle Capacity 28 Load Deck 29 Load Tray Vehicle Maintenance BEIC Daily Safety Check 31 Service Panel 32 Battery Maintenance 34 Troubleshooting 36 Service Support Telephone Number 36 Page 2 You amp Your Vehicle Vehicle Load Waves Vehicle Operation Handling Maintenance What s In It For You WHAT S IN IT FOR YOU The better you understand your vehicle and how to use it the better and safer operator you can be Here are some guides to using this manual SECTION TAB Along with the table of contents you can use the colored tabs to quickly find the major sections PAGE TOPIC You will find the topic of each page here Some eater Raising amp Lowering topics require more than one page PAGE SUBTOPIC You will find the subtopics here INSTRUCTIONS On many pages the various topics are numbered to help guide you through the page A Know the Hazards sm MM NOTES Extra information on topics will be placed in note blocks KNOW THE HAZARDS Watch for and read these special blocks You will find information about possible safety hazards and how to avoid them HOW
20. n when lowered Close the gates behind you when elevated e Keep your entire body within the operator area e Stop your vehicle and lower completely before getting off e Gates Open When Lowered e Gates Closed When Elevated Hands On Controls GIVE YOUR BODY A BREAK Take advantage of stop time by flexing your arms and legs Staying alert will help you be a better and safer driver Heels On Pedals Steering p Key Switch Control Travel Speed Switch Hand Sensor Override Switch Power Disconnect Button Travel Twist Grip Raise Button Lower Button e Horn Button Data Label Operator Manual Platform Floorboard Foot Pedals Located Under Load Deck Manual of Responsibilities amp Service Manual see page 5 Manual Lowering Valve Batteries amp Gates Load Tray Storage i Compartments uu Load Deck Motor Cover Located Under Platform Located Behind Pull Down Cover Service Panel Power Disconnect Button Raise Lower Override Switches e Push Drive Switch Battery Charger Plug amp Display Hour Meter optional Service Support Telephone Number You amp Your Wavee Vehicle Display Panel You amp Your Wavee Vehicle BATTERY CHARGE DISPLAY When you see the yellow battery light flashing it s time to have the batteries charged The green lights show how much charge is left TRAVEL
21. one part of a complete training program The program also includes watching the Training Video reviewing the Crown Manual of Responsibility along with hands on training and practice on the vehicle You must successfully demonstrate understanding of the material presented and be able to safely operate the vehicle before your training is completed CROWN MANUAL OF RESPONSIBILITY The User shall ensure that the vehicle is operated and maintained according to the Crown Manual of Responsibility A copy of the Manual of Responsibility along with the Service Manual is stored in a tube under the load deck Return the manuals to the tube after use Page 5 Protect Yourself LIN S THE MOST IMPORTANT PART OF Be A Safe Operator E THEVEHICLE IS YOU MAKE SURE YOU ARE READY TO DRIVE e Don t use this vehicle unless you are trained and authorized e Know how your vehicle works and the hazards that so with it Don t drive the vehicle if you have any doubts e Find the Data Label on the mast Make certain you understand all the information on it Such as capacities total weight of vehicle vehicle type and serial number This vehicle may not be permitted in areas where there are fire hazards Check with your supervisor e Make sure your hands and shoes are clean and dry Also make sure that your clothing is proper for the job MAKE SURE YOUR VEHICLE IS READY e nspect your vehicle before using it see page 31
22. ook where you are going before you change direction of travel See that you have room to drive and turn Continued next page DEVELOP SAFE WORK HABITS Continued Ba A Safe Operator WORK SAFELY AND LOOK OUT FOR PEOPLE AROUND YOU WATCH OUT FOR OTHER PEOPLE e Slow down Yield or stop for pedestrians Alert others when you approach them Watch out for other vehicles in the area Sound the horn when you come to a crosswalk or intersection e Be careful you don t pin or crush someone For example Never drive your vehicle toward anyone standing in front of a fixed object e Never allow passengers anywhere on your vehicle e Make certain the area around and under you is clear of people before lowering or traveling e Keep others away from your vehicle while you re working Don t ever allow anyone under the load or platform e Watch out for front end swing while turning e Don t let anyone drive your vehicle unless they are trained and authorized AVOID FALLS AND TIPOVERS e Stay away from the edge of docks and drop offs e Watch where you re going Always check that your path is clear of debris overhead obstructions or holes in the floor that could cause your vehicle to tip over e Don t overload your vehicle or handle unstable loads Make sure the load weight is evenly distributed e Some floors and elevators have weight limits Make certain your vehicle including operator and lo
23. p LOWER WILL BE AFFECTED BY e Hands and feet not in travel position e Position of gates e Low battery charge e Someone or something on motor cover e Position of service panel switches MOTOR COVER INTERLOCK This feature will cut out raise lower and travel if someone or something is pushing down on the motor cover which is located below the platform Ye e Watch out for people below and around you e Falling objects can injure others Make sure loads are stable and secure e Close the gates whenever you raise the platform e f raise or lower wont stop press the Power Disconnect RAIL GUIDANCE OPTION By adding a guide wheel option to your vehicle and guide rails at the floor you can operate in narrow aisles without steering your vehicle Travel speeds may change as you enter or exit guided aisles IN amp OUT OF AISLES Drive straight into and out of aisles Do not approach or leave at an angle Do not try to steer while you are in a guided aisle Your company should train you how to enter exit and drive in aisles with rail guidance STAY ALERT You must be just as careful and alert while driving ina guided aisle as you are when driving with manual steering e Make sure there is nothing in your path on the floor or sticking into the aisle e You must take control of steering as you leave a guided aisle e Stop and check for people and other vehicles before exiting or entering any aisle Ca
24. pacity Evenly Distributed Load Load Handling What Is Vehicle Capacity Load Deck Load Tray Operator Platform Capacity Evenly Distributed Load Vertical Tray Adjustment Tray Storage Load Handling Load Handling Vehicle Capacity WHAT IS VEHICLE CAPACITY Capacity is the maximum weight that can be carried or lifted Your vehicle has three separate capacities Operator Platform Load Deck and Load Tray For both the Deck and the Tray load weight must be evenly distributed over the surface This will give your vehicle better stability and reduce breakage due to improper loading LOAD DECK Capacity is limited to 115kg or 250 lbs LOAD TRAY Capacity is limited to 90kg or 200 lbs OPERATOR PLATFORM Capacity is limited to one person including tools weighing not more than135kg or 300 lbs CAPACITY KG LBS 135 300 90 200 115 250 O O One Operator No Passengers Know the Hazards _f AD D 4 4 4 A 4 e Exceeding any of your vehicle s capacities could cause an accident e Do not handle unstable loads e There is no safe place for passengers anywhere on the vehicle No passengers P 4 EP ty 4 4 T Load Handling Load Handling Load Deck CAPACITY Don t put more than 115kg or 250 lbs on the load deck CAPACITY KG LBS 135 300 90 200 sim 115 250 ES WEN s One Operator No
25. rge or service the batteries unless you are trained and authorized See the Service Manual for instructions e Charge batteries in areas designated for that use Do not expose the vehicle to moisture or snow while charging Don t try to charge a frozen battery e Wear protective eyewear gloves and clothing when servicing the batteries Batteries can produce explosive gas Do not smoke use open flame or create an arc or sparks near this battery Ventilate well when in an enclosed area and when charging This battery contains Sulfuric Acid which causes severe burns Do not get in eyes on skin or clothing In case of contact flush immediately and thoroughly with water Get medical attention if your eyes are affected LIE ETITI om TT LLLE seen Continued next page Vehicle EAE aa Vehicle Maintenance coninued Battery Maintenance TO CHARGE THE BATTERIES e Turn the truck off or push the Power Disconnect Button e Use an extension cord less than 25 ft long with a wire size of 16 AWG or heavier e Plug one end of the extension cord into the charging socket on the service panel e Plug the other end of the extension cord or the optional retractable cord into a 120 volt AC outlet e Check the charging display on the service panel Abnormal Charge D Charging Charge Complete TROUBLE SHOOTING THE BATTERY CHARGER e A red light means something is wrong with the charg
26. topping distance e Know the distance it takes to stop before you start working If the stopping distance is too long to stop safely don t drive the vehicle e f your vehicle is equipped with optional alarm or flashing lights make certain they are working CHECK THE AREA WHERE YOU LL BE WORKING Report any hazards or unsafe conditions to your supervisor Vehicle MET Cele V PN NP venicie Maintananra LIT TTE IE EISE Service Panel LOCATION The Service Panel is behind the hinged door at the front of your vehicle Do not operate vehicle with the service panel door down Battery Charging Display See pages 34 amp 35 for instructions Control Circuit Fuse Hour Meter optional Replace with proper type and size fuse ABC 15 O Abnormal Charge O Charging Replace Fuse With Type ABC 15 O Charge Complete Vehicle does not have brakes Push steering or travel control when switch is in Push position Do not push vehicle while operator is on platform Pushing speed must not exceed 2 MPH to prevent damage to vehicle Drive Platform eRaise eBase Lower Call Product Support 1 888 300 9283 wave Charging Socket or Pullout Cord optional Continued next page Vehicle MET Crees continued Service Panel PUSH DRIVE SWITCH If for some reason your vehicle won t drive o put this switch in the PUSH position This should release the brake so the vehicle
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