H-7505 - Forklift Uline - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL H-7505 Uline

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OPERATING PRECAUTIONS

SAFETY SYMBOLS

WARNING and CAUTION are both signal words intended to alert the viewer to the existence and relative degree of a hazard. They are both preceded by a safety alert symbol consisting of an exclamation mark enclosed by a triangle.

A warning indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death if proper precautions are not taken.

A caution indicates a reminder of routine safety practices.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING! Do not operate this truck unless user has been trained and authorized to do so and has read all warnings and instructions in this manual and on this truck.

WARNING! Do not operate this truck until user has checked its condition. Give special attention to the wheels, horn, battery, controller, lift system, brakes, steering mechanism, guards and safety devices.

WARNING! Operate the truck only from the designated operating position. Wear foot protection. Do not carry passengers.

WARNING! Observe applicable traffic regulations. Yield right of way to pedestrians. Slow down and sound horn at cross aisles and wherever vision is obstructed.

WARNING! Start, stop, travel, steer and brake smoothly. Slow down for turns and on uneven or slippery surfaces that could cause the truck to slide or overturn. Use special care when traveling without load as the risk of overturn may be greater.

WARNING! Always look in the direction of travel. Keep a clear view. When load interferes with visibility, travel with load or lifting mechanism trailing.

WARNING! Use special care when operating on ramps. Travel slowly and do not angle or turn. Travel with the lifting mechanism downhill.

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

WARNING! Do not handle loads that are higher than the load backrest or load backrest extension unless load is secured so that no part of it could fall backward. Before lifting, be sure load is centered, forks are completely under load and load is as far back as possible against load backrest.

WARNING! When leaving truck, neutralize travel control, fully lower lifting mechanism, set brake and shut off power when leaving truck unattended.

MOVING A DISABLED TRUCK

WARNING! Do not attempt to move a disabled truck. Notify supervisor or proper authority.

GENERAL INFORMATION

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

H-7505 pallet trucks lift and transport loads on rigid forks.

Controls for steering, braking, forward and reverse travel, horn, lift, lower and speed control are all located on the control handle.

NAMEPLATE AND WARNING DECAL

Nameplate and warning decal are always near the steering arm, within sight of the operator. (See Figure 1)

Figure 1 Warning Decal Nameplate

If the nameplate or warning decal are lost or damaged, they should be replaced immediately. Have supervisor or designated authority contact Uline for replacement.

Nameplate shows the model number, serial number, truck type, battery type, voltage, minimum weight and information on load capacity and load center.

The warning decal contains warnings that also appear in this manual.

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 half the length of the fork and centered between the forks. The maximum load capacity is reduced when the load center exceeds half the length of the forks or is not centered between the forks. The fork length and wheelbase must be adequate for the skid or bin to be handled. (See Figure 2)

NOTE: 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 supervisor or the designated authority.

Figure 2 Fork Length 1/2 Fork Length Load Center

OPERATION

BEFORE OPERATION

The operator checks table below covers important inspection points on trucks that should be checked prior to operation. Depending on use, some trucks may require additional checks.

WARNING! Periodic maintenance of this truck by a qualified technician is required.

WARNING! A qualified service technician should check the truck monthly for proper lubrication, proper fluid levels, brake maintenance, motor maintenance and other areas.

WARNING! If the truck is found to be unsafe and is in need of repair or if it contributes to unsafe conditions, report immediately to the designated authority. Do not operate the truck until it has been restored to a safe operating condition. Do not make any unauthorized repairs or adjustments. All service must be performed by a qualified service technician.

OPERATION CONTINUED

OPERATOR CHECKS
ITEM PROCEDURE
Transmission 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 raise and lower operation to their maximum 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 position when released and that brake applies.
Battery Disconnect	Check that battery can be disconnected and reconnected. Check for connector damage.
Battery	Check battery for any signs of leakage, damage to the box, battery bulge or damage to the terminal.
Handle	Check for signs of loosening at handle base.

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

The steering arm and control handle provide controls for steering, forward and reverse speed control, braking, raising and lowering the forks and sounding horn.

Control handles on all models have a "belly button" reversing switch that reverses the direction of the truck upon contact with the operator. (See Figure 3)

FORWARD AND REVERSE TRAVEL AND SPEED CONTROL

All directional and speed controls are located on the control handle.

Forward and reverse are controlled by rotating the speed control lever. (See Figure 3) The lever is spring-loaded to return to neutral when released. Further rotation in either direction will progress the truck from slow to maximum travel speed.

Horn Button Lift Button Display Lowering Handle Safety Reverse Switch Travel Switch Handle Figure 3

OPERATION CONTINUED

To change directions or to stop the truck, rotate the speed control lever in the opposite direction. The truck will come to a stop, and then (unless the controls are returned to the center neutral position) accelerate in the opposite direction.

STEERING

Moving the control handle (which connects to the steering arm) right or left will turn the truck right or left. When maneuvering around corners, make square turns and be sure there is adequate clearance.

STOPPING

Stop the truck as gradually as possible. Unnecessary rapid stopping could be hazardous. Load could become unstable.

To stop the truck's movement (forward or reverse), raise the control handle to the up position or push the control handle all the way down. In both positions, the electric brake will deactivate and the brake will apply. To release the brake, move the control handle to the operating position. (See Figure 4)

Driving Position Brake Off Brake On Brake On Figure 4

NOTE: The steering arm gas spring automatically raises the steering arm to the upright position when the steering arm is released.

CAUTION! If the control handle does not raise immediately to the upright position when released, the truck should be placed out of service until it can be inspected by a qualified service technician.

PARKING

When parking the truck, do not obstruct traffic lanes or aisles.

1. Park the truck in its designated parking area.
2. Raise the steering arm until upright to apply the parking brake.
3. Fully lower forks.
4. Turn key switch to off position.
5. Remove key for added security.
6. Pull out battery disconnect.

LOAD HANDLING

WARNING! Only handle loads arranged for stability. Always use caution. Raise and lower load smoothly to prevent load from falling.

WARNING! Always be sure load and load center are within the capacity of truck. If in doubt, check nameplate.

1. Approach the load slowly.
2. Move the truck slowly into position so that the forks are within pallet or skid, the load is centered over the forks and the load is as far back as possible.
3. Raise the forks to lift load.
4. Lead the truck by the control handle with the load trailing except when in confined areas. Ramps should be traveled with operator uphill of truck when empty and operator downhill of truck with load on forks.
5. Always look in the direction of travel. Move slowly and check clearances when approaching obstructions.
6. Do not make sudden starts and stops. Operate truck smoothly and gradually.
7. Travel slowly and squarely around corners. Remember that the trailing load wheels do not follow the turn path of the drive wheel. Instead, they tend to cut the corner.
8. Line up the truck with the unloading area.
9. Stop the truck and check the load alignment with surrounding objects.
10. Be careful not to damage or move adjacent loads and objects.
11. Lower the forks until the load is resting on its own.
12. Move the truck back until forks are clear of pallet.

CHARGING THE BATTERY

WARNING! Before installing the battery, turn key to OFF position.

WARNING! Before removing the battery, ensure that the truck is completely powered down.

NOTE: When one green and one red LEDs are lit, charging is in progress. When two red LEDs are lit, charging is complete. Figure 5 shows the top view of the charger base contact pins; make sure to plug in the battery accordingly. If the battery is not fully charged after more than five hours, contact Uline Customer Service at 1-800-295-5510.

NOTE: If pallet truck is not used for a long period of time, charge it no less than every 60 days.

BATTERY CHARGING

NOTE: When plugging in the battery on the truck, ensure the contact pins on the battery match those on the truck.

NOTE: With a lithium battery, it is possible to have some attenuation when used in a low temperature environment. The operating temperature for the lithium battery is between 41–104°F.

1. Lift the battery out of the vehicle. (See Figure 5)

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1. Insert the battery into the charging base. (See Figure 6)

Figure 6

1. The charge indicator lights up. (See Figure 7)

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PRÉCAUTIONS D'UTILISATION

SYMBOLES DE SÉCURITÉ

MANUTENTION DES CHARGES

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