PHT-800# Powered Hand Truck Unit shown with Solid Rubber Wheels F89503 Instruction Manual © Valley Craft Industries, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
PHT-800# Notice to Purchaser All Statements, technical information, and recommendations related to Valley Craft’s products are based on information believed to be reliable, but the accuracy or completeness is not guaranteed. Before using this product, you must determine if it is suitable for your intended application or situation. You assume all risks and liability associated with such use or implementation.
PHT-800# Table of Contents Safety Safety Overview.................................................4 Safety Message Conventions.........................5 Material Safety Data..........................................6 Production Description Specifications......................................................7 Features.................................................................7 Operation Loading/Unloading Drum..............................8 Driving the PHT...............................................
PHT-800# Safety Read and understand all safety information and become familiar with all safety symbols contained in this section before moving, operating, or performing maintenance on this equipment. Safety Overview The following general safety precautions must be observed during all phases of operation, service, and repair of this equipment. Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific safety messages elsewhere in this manual may impair the protection provided by the equipment.
PHT-800# Safety Message Conventions Three types of safety notices may be contained in this manual: Danger, Warning, and Caution notices. Those notices precede the procedural step or portion of the text that presents the safety hazard. ! DANGER DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. This signal word is to be limited to the most extreme situations.
PHT-800# Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) provides information on the safe use, handling, and potential hazards of a product. This information assists with the proper response in the event of an emergency. Valley Craft Industries, Inc. maintains material safety data sheets (MSDS) on all our products.
PHT-800# Product Description Valley Craft’s Powered Hand Truck is a battery powered, 4-wheel drum truck designed to reduce operator strain and fatigue when moving drums. Specifications The Powered Hand Truck specifications are shown below in Table 1. Table 1. Specifications Dimensions 60”L x 24-1/2”W x 20”H Weight 150 lbs. Load Capacity 800 lbs. Features The Powered Hand Truck offers a state-of-the-art design with many advanced features.
PHT-800# Operating Procedures NOTE: Only trained and authorized personnel are permitted to use the Powered Hand Truck. • Loading/Unloading Drum 1. Make sure the chime hook is in the up position. 2. Position the Powered Drum Truck near the drum you wish to load, with the shoes placed securely against the base of the drum. 3. Tip Drum Truck frame up, against the drum to engage the chime hook. 4. Ensure that the chime hook is securely latched against the drum. 5.
PHT-800# Operating Procedures Continued • ! Driving the Powered Drum Truck 1. Ensure the drum is secured to the truck. 2. On the control panel, turn the key switch to the on position. 3. Check that the forward/reverse switch is in the proper position for the direction you want to go. NOTE: An audible horn will sound when the truck is in reverse. 4. With both hands on the handles, twist the throttle to move the truck.
PHT-800# Operating Procedures Continued • Adjusting the brake bands Valley Craft’s Powered Hand Truck is equipped with a band braking system on both drive wheels. When the hand brake is activated, both brake bands clamp down on the drive wheel hubs, causing the truck to slow and stop. Over time, with use and wear, the band brake tension may need to be adjusted to ensure proper stopping power. To adjust the brakes: 1. Unload the drum truck. 2.
PHT-800# Maintenance and Adjustments Maintenance and Adjustment Procedures To keep your Powered Drum Truck operating properly, timely maintenance and adjustments are required. These procedures should be performed only by qualified personnel who are familiar with the equipment. Maintenance and adjustment procedures are shown in Table 1.
PHT-800# Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Procedures The Powered Hand Truck is a quality product that is designed and manufactured to provide prolonged service under normal operating conditions. If troubleshooting is required, it should be performed only by qualified personnel who are familiar with the equipment. Troubleshooting procedures are shown in Table 2. Table 2: Troubleshooting Procedures Problem Possible Cause Drum Truck will not run. Hand Brake not stopping truck.
PHT-800# Replacement Replacement Procedures Occassionally, it will be necessary to replace a part that has been damaged or worn. Many parts on Valley Craft’s Powered Hand Truck are replaceable. If replacement of a part is required, it should be performed only by qualified personnel who are familiar with the equipment. See Pages 14, 15, 16, 17, & 18 for available replacement parts. Identify the part number you need. Contact Valley Craft Customer Service at 1-651-345-3386 or email: customer@valleycraft.com.
PHT-800# Parts Breakdown CONTROL BOX F69046A6 SEE FOLLOWING PAGE FOR PARTS LIST 14 Z41322A7 - Rev B
PHT-800# Parts Breakdown CONTROL BOX F69046A6 ITEM NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION Default/QTY.
PHT-800# GENERAL AND BRAKE COMPONENT PARTS F89503 & F89484 SHARED PARTS A 13 12 40 17 39 19 DETAIL A SCALE 1:6 16 Z41322A7 - Rev B
PHT-800# PARTS BREAKDOWN BRAKE COMPONENTS F89503 & F89484 SHARED PARTS ITEM NO. PART NUMBER 1 F69044A4 2 Z00590A6 6 Z00591A7 7 Z00592A8 8 Z50007A7 9 F69046A6 11 Z10251A6 12 F62177A2 13 Z30012A2 14 F51829 17 F51830 19 F69047A7 20 F30013A7 21 F30014A6 24 F69048A8 26 F69050A0 27 F69049A9 33 Z11618A3 34 F60039B2 35 Z51674A4 39 F69051A1 40 Z10069A6 42 Z10076A7 DESCRIPTION PHT-800#-FRAME WLD TRANSAXLE-.
PHT-800# PARTS BREAKDOWN GENERAL F89503 Hard Rubber Wheel Option 6 8 7 20 1 21 34 10 9 35 11 NOT SHOWN; KEY FOR DRIVE WHEELS 24 29 2 27 14 33 F89484 Pneumatic Wheel Option (Shared parts with F89503, except for wheels) 44 41 18 Z41322A7 - Rev B 42 26
PHT-800# ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC Z41322A7 - Rev B 19
Warranty and Limitation of Liability Valley Craft Industries, Inc. products are warranted for a period of one (1) year from date of shipment from Valley Craft’s plant to be free from defects in material and workmanship under correct use, normal operation and proper application. However, parts of other than Valley Craft manufacture are subject ONLY to the original manufacturer’s warranty.
Valley Craft Industries, Inc. designs, develops and manufactures Professional Grade material handling and storage solutions, including a broad array of proprietary and custom products. Since developing the first hand truck with a brake in 1953, Valley Craft Industries, Inc. has grown to become a world class manufacturer known for its expertise in producing rugged and versatile hand trucks, carts, trailers, portable lifts, hydraulic drum handling devices, and storage equipment.
