Product Manual B

Rev. 0213 EPT, Manual.doc

Instructions for Changing the Throttle Assembly

Estimated time: 30 minutes

Necessary tools:

5mm Allen wrench

Philips-blade screwdriver

Small Regular (flat) blade screwdriver

Only trained, authorized personnel should perform maintenance on this equipment. Lead acid

batteries present hazards to the person(s) working on, with, or in the vicinity of them. To minimize the risk of serious

personal injury, read every one of the instructions and DO NOT proceed with maintenance unless you understand

each of them.

 Lock out all potential energy sources (i.e. battery) before attempting this installation according to OSHA

lockout/tagout procedures (29 CFR 1910.147); turn off the unit and remove the key.

 DO NOT work on, with, or in the vicinity of the battery UNLESS you are wearing personal protective equipment,

particularly a face shield. Batteries contain sulfuric acid and produce explosive gases. A battery explosion could

result in loss of eyesight or serious burns.

 DO NOT smoke near the battery or expose the battery to sparks or flames.

 Charge batteries ONLY in clean, dry, and well-ventilated locations.

 DO NOT lay tools or anything metallic on top of a battery.

 Remove personal items like rings, bracelets, necklaces, and watches BEFORE beginning to work on the battery.

The battery can produce energy sufficient to weld jewelry to metal; underlying skin could be severely burned.

 Keep fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing, or eyes. Immediately rinse any

skin that has been contacted by acid. If acid gets in your eyes, rinse them thoroughly with eye wash. After

rinsing the affected area, notify your supervisor about the incident.

 DO NOT expose the unit or the charger to rain or other adverse conditions. ALWAYS return the unit to its

designated storage location when you finish using it. The designated storage location should offer protection from

the elements and should not interfere with or obstruct traffic.

 Replace defective cords or wires immediately.

 Routinely check the water level in the battery.

 Make sure the battery charger is unplugged from the 115V source BEFORE driving the unit.

 Operating the pallet truck when battery voltage is low can cause premature motor contact failure.

Turn off power to the pallet truck and remove the key.

Purpose: To repair a non-functional or malfunctioning belly switch, i.e. the batteries are fully charged, but the belly

switch does not function. The following procedure includes instructions for:

A) Replacing the entire throttle assembly, which incorporates the belly switch and throttle controls; AND

B) A method for restoring normal function to the belly switch mechanism.

Step 1: Open the throttle assembly by removing the three 5mm Allen head bolts from the underside of the handle (photo

1); then lift the base of the assembly away from the handle (photo 2).

1 2

5mm Allen screws

Throttle assembl

Handle