Operation Manual

EPL151 HPL152
WPL201
RPL201/RPL201H
RPL202

Original Instruction Part No.508000003010

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EP EQUIPMENT CO.,LTD. is one of the world’s With business all over the world, EP has
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service. With over 100,000 square metres plant customers with prompt local service.
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Preface

Thank you for buying our products.

The manual will show you the way of correctly using the truck as well as relevant preventive
maintenance and safety operation. The truck should be operated only by well-trained professionals
and by no means by non-working personnel. Operators are supposed to read through the manual
before actually operating the truck.

Explanations on the manual

With the continuous upgradation and improvement of our company’s products, you may find a
slight difference existing between your carrier and some introductions in the manual.

All the information, specifications and illustrations in the manual are effective in times of printing
and our company maintains the right to modify the specification (s) or design (s) of our products at
any time without any beforehand notification.

Safety signs and corresponding esplations

DANGER
Means that failure to comply can cause risk to life and/or major damage to property.

WARNING
Please strictly adhere to these safety instructions to avoid personal injury or major damage to
equipment.

CAUTION
Please pay attention to the important safety instructions.

i NOTE
Pay attention to Instruction.

Internet address and QR code of

Parts manual

By entering the address http://www.ep-

care.com in a web browser or by
scanning the QR code, Login after
registration, Select “Parts purchase"
function and input part number or model
name to find the truck.

Note: After registration, please send email

to info@ ep-care.com to activate your
account
 Intended use

The lift truck is designed for transporting and stacking the loads stated in the
nameplate.
In particular we refer to:
• the safety rules of your trade association.
• In accordance with the special provisions for driving on public roads specified by national
specifications.
• Other local regulations.
The rules for the intended and approved use of industrial trucks must be followed under all
circumstances by the responsible persons, especially by the operator and service personnel.
The user, and not EP, is responsible for any danger arising from applications not authorised by the
manufacturer.
If you want to use the truck for applications not mentioned in this manual, please first contact your
authorised dealer.
No changes, particularly no modifications and additions, may be made to the truck without the
approval of the manufacturer.
Technical description
These trucks consists of robust steel chassis and is driving on a traction wheel and 2 load wheels.
Caster wheels provide for good stability even with high loads.
The truck will be stopped by a regenerative service brake and hold by an automatic electromagnetic
parking brake in it’s parking position.

The load is lifted by a hydraulic cylinder that activates a lifting shaft that transmits the lifting
movement by a push-rod to the load wheels.

The control handle is used for smooth steering and control of drive speed, lifting and lowering,
braking and the horn without changing the position of the hand. The long tiller shaft allows
effortless steering and a safe distance to the truck. A gas spring returns the control handle always
into a vertical position that activates the brake automatically.

An emergency reverse switch on the control head protects the operator from being squeezed by
the truck in confined spaces.

An electronic controller operates all electric functions and guaranties safety.

A key switch secures the truck from unauthorized use.

The ergonomic design of the truck guaranties safe and easy operation.

i NOTE
•This manual is  used for operation and  maintenance , the detail parameters, size and specificatio
ns in context is only for reference , the real parameters will depend on sale files.
•Manual pictures for reference only, the real car shall prevail, and shall not affect the manual use.
•Manual pictures only sign for one of the models in this series models.
 Obligations and responsibilities of equipment user
In the manual, “equipment user” refers to any natural person or legal person directly using or
appointing or authorizing others to use the carrier. In such special situations as renting or sales,
the “equipment user” represents the interested parties supposed to bear operation obligations
as specified by the contractual terms concluded between equipment owner and corresponding
users. Equipment users must ensure the use of the carrier only for purposes specified and timely
eliminate all the dangers that may threaten the life and health of the users themselves or any other
third party, in addition to which they must also strictly abide by accident prevention provisions,
other safety technology provisions and equipment operation, maintenance and repair guidelines,
and ensure that all the operators seriously read and completely understand the contents of the
operation instruction.

Should any violation of the operation instruction occur, the quality guarantee of our company will be
invalid automatically, and our company will assume none of the responsibilities for losses resulting
from any nonstandard operation of the equipment implemented by any client, equipment user or
any third party without the authorization of the client service department of our company.

Equipment refit
Any installation or retrofitting of any additional device that may influence or enhance the functions
of the carrier must be approved by our company in writing beforehand.
 Legal requirements for marketing

Declaration
EP EQUIPMENT CO., LTD.
Address: No.1 Xiaquan Village, Lingfeng Street, Anji, Huzhou, Zhejiang

We declare that the machine

Industrial truck: according to this operation manual

Type: according to this operation manual

complies with the most recent version of Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC.

Personnel authorised to compile the technical documents:

See EC/EU Declaration of Conformity

EP EQUIPMENT CO., LTD.

EC/EU Declaration of Conformity

The manufacturer declares that this industrial truck complies with the EC Machinery Directive
and the provisions of other applicable EC/EU directives effective at the time of sale. This can be
verified by means of the EC/EU Declaration of Conformity and the relevant certification label on the
nameplate.

The industrial truck is supplied with the EC/EU Declaration of Conformity document. This
declaration proves that this truck complies with the requirements of the EC Machinery Directive.
Unauthorised modification or additional installation of equipment to the structure of the industrial
truck may affect its safety, and will therefore invalidate the EC/EU Declaration of Conformity.

The EC/EU Declaration of Conformity must be carefully stored and made available to be presented
to the relevant authorities when necessary. If this industrial truck is sold, this declaration document
must be handed over to the new owner.
 Table of contents
Pg.
A Nameplates and alarming labels...........................................................................................A1
B Operation..............................................................................................................................B1
2.1Utilization safety specification..............................................................................................B1
2.1.1 EN standards....................................................................................................................B2
2.1.2 Conditions for application ................................................................................................B2
2.1.3 Stability ............................................................................................................................B2
2.2 Display and manipulation....................................................................................................B3
2.2.1 Control handle..................................................................................................................B3
2.2.2 Key switch .......................................................................................................................B4
2.2.3 Display instrument............................................................................................................B5
2.3 Truck use and operation......................................................................................................B8
2.3.1 Preparation for use...........................................................................................................B8
2.3.2 Truck starting..................................................................................................................B10
2.3.3 Running, swerving and braking......................................................................................B11
2.3.4 Goods picking.................................................................................................................B14
2.3.5 Parking the truck securely..............................................................................................B15
2.3.6 Drive directions...............................................................................................................B16
2.3.7 Loading...........................................................................................................................B17
2.3.8 Using the truck on a slope..............................................................................................B18
2.3.9 Truck transport...............................................................................................................B19
2.3.10 Operating the truck without its own drive system.........................................................B20
C Storage battery use and maintenance..................................................................................C1
3.1 Safety and warning..............................................................................................................C1
3.2 Storage battery charging.....................................................................................................C2
3.2.1 Precautions......................................................................................................................C2
3.2.2 Charging the battery with internal charger.......................................................................C2
3.2.3 Charging the battery with external charger......................................................................C3
3.2.4 Battery type & dimensions&Charging time.......................................................................C4
3.3 Handling of the lithium-ion battery ......................................................................................C5
3.3.1 Information on the conformity of lithium-ion batteries ......................................................C5
3.3.2 Special lithium-ion safety rules ........................................................................................C5
3.3.3 Transportation .................................................................................................................C6
3.3.4 Scrapping lithium-ion batteries ........................................................................................C6
3.3.5 Storage ............................................................................................................................C7
3.3.6 Scrapping lithium-ion batteries ........................................................................................C7
3.3.7 Disposal of Used Battery Packs ......................................................................................C7
3.4 Battery removal and installation..........................................................................................C6
D Maintenance.........................................................................................................................D1
4.1 Truck maintenance..............................................................................................................D1
4.2 Maintenance table...............................................................................................................D2
E Technical data........................................................................................................................E1
F Lithium batteries.....................................................................................................................F1
1 Information on the conformity of lithium-ion batteries............................................................F2
2 It is necessary to respect the following guidelines................................................................F2
3 Intended use..........................................................................................................................F2
4 Reasonably foreseeable misuse...........................................................................................F2
5 Accessories...........................................................................................................................F3
6 BMS (Battery Management System).....................................................................................F3
7 Nameplate.............................................................................................................................F3
7.1Safety and warning...............................................................................................................F3
8 Transportation......................................................................................................................F5
8.1 Shipping faulty batteries......................................................................................................F5
9 Instructions for disposal.......................................................................................................F6
10 Storage................................................................................................................................F6
11 Common Problems and Solutions.......................................................................................F7
G Lead-acid batteries................................................................................................................G1
1 Safety and Warnings............................................................................................................G2
2 Use of Battery........................................................................................................................G3
2.1 Pre-use Checks...................................................................................................................G3
2.2 Discharging.........................................................................................................................G3
2.3 Charging..............................................................................................................................G3
2.4 Temperature........................................................................................................................G4
3 Maintenance & Care .............................................................................................................G4
3.1 Daily Maintenance...............................................................................................................G4
3.2 Weekly Maintenance...........................................................................................................G4
3.3 Monthly Maintenance..........................................................................................................G5
3.4 Care.....................................................................................................................................G6
4 Storage...................................................................................................................................G6
5 Troubleshooting......................................................................................................................G6
A Nameplates and alarming labels

Have the nameplates of a truck fixed its main body and alarming labels pasted on its
outer cover.

Should any nameplate or alarming label lose or be damaged, please conduct

replacement immediately or contact with the sales department or corresponding agent
of our company when necessary.

Such truck-related information as product model, serial number, manufacturing date,

rated load lifting capacity, lifting height, load centre distance and dead weight are all
shown in the nameplates.

Lithium label

Nameplate Battery nameplate

Anti-pinch label Do not rest on the pallet label Instructions label

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Do not rest on the side arms

Hoisting
Remove the load before hoisting the pallet truck.
Disconnect the power supply.
Attach slings in the positions identified by the hook symbol.

DANGER
Personnel must not stand below or near the truck when the pallet truck is being lifted.

WPL201 HPL152

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RPL201/ RPL201H/RPL202

EPL151

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 B Operation
2.1Utilization safety specification

Applicable environment Don’t use the truck in Don’t use the truck in non-
temperature: -10 °C - 40 °C rainwater. position.

i NOTE
The ruck can by no means be used under the temperature lower than 5 °C for a long time,
or in refrigeratory or under the condition that such environmental factor as temperature or
humidity changes extremely before special equipment is additionally installed and the permit
of the manufacturer is acquired.

Avoid the use of the truck by Don’t use the truck on Don’t carry goods on
non-working personnel. slippery road surfaces. steep slope to prevent
Don’t ride on the truck. (such as road surfaces with goods from sliding off.
Don’t carry or lift people by the oil stain or residual snow or
truck. those frozen ones )

i NOTE
Conditions of operation road surface: the truck should run on solid, flat, level and paved road
surfaces (including both running and lifting)

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Don’t leave the truck before Don’t use the truck when any Don’t place any part
it is parked as regulated. non-working personnel is in the of your body in any
dangerous area. moving part of the truck
Don’t be distracted when using to avoid being clamped.
the truck.
Don’t be distracted when using
the truck.

2.1.1 EN standards

Continuous sound level: ＜ 74 dB(A)

according to EN 12053 as stipulated in ISO 4871

The continuous sound level is a value averaged according to standard regulations, taking
the sound pressure level into account when driving, lifting and idling. The sound pressure
level is measured at the ear.

Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)

The manufacturer confirms compliance with the limit values for electromagnetic emission
and interference immunity as well as testing of static electricity discharge according to EN
12895 and the references to other standards contained therein.

Electrical or electronic components and their arrangement may only be modified after
written approval by the manufacturer has been obtained.

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2.1.2 Conditions for application

Working condition requirements:

- Indoor use and outdoor use.
- The walking, lifting and lowering devices, harness and components are IP55 dust and water-
resistant
- The truck's maximum operation altitude is up to 2000m.
- Trucks can only be operated in adequately illuminated working areas to avoid injuries. In case
of insufficient light, an additional lighting equipment is needed to ensure that the driver can see
properly.
- If you must travel on an incline, the gradients should be below A% at full load, or below B%
without a load.(For the value of A and B, refer to the Gradability in technical data)

2.1.3 Stability

Stability is guaranteed if your truck is used properly in accordance with its intended
purpose. Common reasons for a loss of truck stability include:
• Emergency stops or sharp turns
• Driving with a raised load or a load handling device
• Turning the vehicle around on or driving across a slope
• Driving up or down a slope with the load pointing downhill
• Driving with a wide load
• Carrying a swinging load
• Driving near the edge of a ramp or up steps
• Tilting the mast forward while carrying a
raised load
• Driving on uneven surfaces
• Overloading the truck
• Carrying bulky loads in strong winds
• When carrying liquid, its centre of mass inside the container may shift due to
inertial force (such as when pulling away, braking or turning)

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 2.2Display and manipulation

2.2.1 Control handle

1.Control handle A

Lowering button
Lower loading parts

Lifting button
EPL151/RPL201/ Lift loading parts
RPL201H
Horn button
Send out sound warning signals
Driving switch
Controls travel direction and speed

Emergency reverse button

Tortoise speed button Through touching the button, truck
(Not for RPL201/RPL201H)
drives away from operator.
Display instrument (Not for RPL201/RPL201H/RPL202)
Display the electric quantity of the truck

Key switch
Connect and interrupt control current

2.Control handle B
Lowering button
Lower loading parts
Lifting button
Lift loading parts

Horn button
Send out sound warning signals
Display instrument
Display the electric quantity of the truck
Driving switch
Controls travel direction and speed WPL201
Emergency reverse button
Through touching the button, truck drives
away from operator.
Tortoise speed button

Key switch
Connect and interrupt control current

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3.Control handle C

Lowering lever
Pull and hold the manual lower switch (2).The
forks will lower to the minimum height until they
stop by themselves.
Power switch button
Start the truck
HPL152 "Horn" button
Activates the horn.
Emergency reverse switch
Press the emergency reverse switch. The
vehicle will begin to travel in the opposite
direction.
Drive switch
Select the required driving direction and speed.

2.2.2 Key switch

1.Key switch A

Connect and interrupt control current.

• When the key rotates to gear “OFF”, the

control current of the truck will be interrupted;

• When the key rotates to gear “ON”, the

control current of the truck will be connected.

RPL201/RPL201H/RPL202/EPL151

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2.Key switch B

Connect and interrupt the control

current.

• When pulling out the induction key, the

control current of the truck will be interrupt-
ed;
• When inserting the induction key, the control
current of the truck will be connected.

i NOTE
Pulling out the key switch of a forklift
before leaving can prevent the forklift
from starting accidentally.

WPL201

2.2.3 Display instrument

• LED (1) displays the remaining charge;

• LED (2) displays remaining charge
percentage;
• LED (3) displays Interlock switch status 1 70％ 2
indication;
• LED (4) displays the total running time 3 4
normally. If fault, display the fault code.
• LED (1) displays the remaining charge.when
EPL151
1st block and 2nd block blinks alternatively,
it indicates low power needs to be charged
• LED (2) displays remaining charge
percentage;
• LED (3) flashing, it indicates travel forward
properly;
• LED (4) flashing, it indicates travel backward
properly;
• LED (5) flashing, it indicates lifting properly;
• LED (6) flashing, it indicates lowering
properly;
• LED (7) always on, it indicates interlock
switch opened, LED(7) flashing, it indicates
interlock switch closed, the display start
timing.
• LED (8) displays the total running time
normally. If fault, display the fault code. RPL201/RPL201H/RPL202

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 右视图
Right
Error Code
2 = Traction
Controller controller
1
number 6 = Steering
controller

2 Error code note

Note: Consult the service manual

• LED (1) displays the remaining charge;

• LED (9) indicate the the acceleration status
of the accelerator.
• LED (2) indicate fault warning;
• LED (3) indicate charging status,when 1
charging, it turns into a battery;
• LED (4) indicate emergency reverse switch
status; 9
• LED (5) indicate truck stop or walk, if the 2
truck stop display"P", if the truck travel 3
display"N";
• LED (6) indicate turtle speed status; 4
• LED (7) indicate rise and fall indication.
• LED (8) indicate the operating hours. 5
i NOTE 6
Low Voltage Protection 8
7
The car has low voltage protection function.
WPL201
When the battery power of forklift truck is 7%-
15%, the display screen shows L1. At this
time, the forklift truck can not lift goods, but it
can run normally. When the battery power is
less than 7%, the display screen shows L2. At
this time, the forklift can not be lifted and the
driving speed becomes slower.
LCD (1) displays the state of charge; 1 2
DISPLAY DESCRIPTION
Continuous red Charge is charging
Continuous green Battery charging is
complete

The LCD (2) remain green light lit under

normal, flashing show the failure state of
truck.
HPL152

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The LCD display (3) show battery residual
capacity. HPL152
3
The color of the LCD (3) represent the
following conditions:

Residual
Component LCD color capacity

Green 30-100%
Continuous
15-30%
Yellow
Standard Slow
battery flashing red
7-15%
residual light(Flashing
capacity period 2s)
Quick flashing
red light
0-7%
(Flashing period
1s)

i NOTE
After the red light starts flashing, the battery will enter the low-voltage protection state.
According to the battery state, The truck will appear accidental power-off protection. Please
charge the battery after restarting to avoid damage to the battery.

If the controller detects a battery failure, flashes of LCD（3） represent battery failure information
until the failure is remedied. Details of failure information are shown as below:
• Under-voltage of single cell battery: The green light repeats in a cycle of flashing once in 1
second, pausing for 2 seconds and then flashing twice, pausing for 3 seconds.
• Over-voltage of single cell battery: The green light repeats in a cycle of flashing once in 1
second, pausing for 2 seconds and then flashing three times, pausing for 3 seconds.
• Short circuit protection: The green light repeats in a cycle of flashing once in 1 second, pausing
for 2 seconds and then flashing four times, pausing for 3 seconds.

• Over-current protection: The green light repeats in a cycle of flashing once in 1 second, pausing
for 2 seconds and then flashing five times, pausing for 3 seconds.
• Battery temperature is too high: The green light repeats in a cycle of flashing twice in 1 second,
pausing for 2 seconds and then flashing three times, pausing for 3 seconds.
• Battery temperature is too low: The green light repeats in a cycle of flashing twice in 1 second,
pausing for 2 seconds and then flashing four times, pausing for 3 seconds.
• Contactor-related failures: The green light repeats in a cycle of flashing three times in 1 second,
pausing for 2 seconds and then flashing four times, pausing for 3 seconds.
• The yellow light flashes rapidly in 1 second when other failures happen.

CAUTION
When powered off, if the green light of power indicator is always on, it means that the battery
is in a balanced state, which is a normal phenomenon.

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 2.3 Truck use and operation

2.3.1 Preparation for use

The following are inspection and preparation operations that must be implemented before the truck
is put into daily use.

Table 1. Table of daily inspections by operators

Operator's Daily Checklist

Date Operator
Truck No. No.
Department

Runtime
Meter Reading

Daily Check Items O.K.(√) Remark

Check for Fluid Leakage

Check for scratches, deformation or cracks.

Check Decal Condition
Check the smooth movement of the wheels.
Check the function of the emergency brake
by activating the emergency stop switch.

Check, the tiller arm- switch braking function

Check the lifting and lowering functions by
operating the buttons.
Check if all bolts and nuts are tightened
firmly.
Check the vertical creep of the truck.(if
equipped)
Check the lithium-ion installation, making
sure not to damage the battery cables.

Recharge the lithium-ion battery

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Table 1: Table of Daily Inspections by Operators is only a sample table for the daily inspections of
operators, and it can be adjusted according to specific requirements.

WARNING
The truck should be regularly maintained by qualified maintenance engineers or technicians
that have passed the training of and also been authorized by the manufacturer.

i NOTE
Precautions in the run-in period

After being put into use, the truck should operate under a low load at the initial stage and
satisfy the following requirements, especially before its operation time reaches 100h:

•Prevent the new storage battery from discharging excessively during its initial use.

•Implement complete preventive maintenance as specified.

•Avoid emergency braking, starting or swerving during the use of the truck.

•Implement oil fluid replacement and lubrication before the time specified.

•Limit the loading weight at 70%-80% of the rated loading.

WARNING
Should it be necessary to repair the truck for any fault or the truck be found with any unsafe
condition, please immediately report to designated competent department, and please don’t
use the truck before potential faults or hazards are eliminated. All the repairs or adjustments
should be implemented under authorization, and all the services must be executed by
qualified maintenance technicians.

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2.3.2 Truck starting

1. Release the emergency stop switch

2.Press the button to start the truck

HPL152

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2.Open the key switch to start the truck

WPL201 RPL201/RPL201H/RPL202/EPL151

2.3.3 Running, swerving and braking

1.Running
Rotary button
Running area Control the running direction and
speed of the truck using the drive
switch (1). (the large the rotary angle,
the faster corresponding speed)
Running area

Backward
1
Forward

i NOTE
When using the truck on a ramp or a uneven road, please lift the leg of the forklift to prevent
its bottom from colliding with the road surface.

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 2 2
1

i NOTE
WPL201 EPL151/RPL202
Keep the handle in the vertical state, and press tortoise speed button (1) and drive switch(2)
at the same time, then the vehicle will move at a low speed.

We distinguish between two travel modes for RPL202/RPL201/RPL201H:

Pedestrian mode: Push the side arms in, fold up the operator platform. Operate the drive switch
and press creep speed button(for RPL202) at the same time. The truck can travel at the low speed.

CAUTION
In pedestrian mode make sure you have sufficient distance from the truck.

Rider mode: Push the side arms out, fold down the operator platform. The truck can be operated at
maximum travel speed.

i NOTE
It's forbidden to operate the truck which you don't push the side arm out at the rider mode.
2.Swerving
Rotate the operation hand shank leftward or
rightward as required.

Rightward swerving

Leftward swerving

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3.Braking
Braking area
Mechanical operating brake
The truck is braked when the operating handle
is released.
The mechanical brake engages when the tiller
is positioned in Braking area.

Braking area

Emegency reverse switch

Braking can be accomplished by changing
the direction of travel.
Press the reverse switch in the opposite
direction until the truck comes to a stop,
then release the drive switch.

Emergency stop switch

Press the emergency stop switch, and then
all the electrically propelled functions will be
interrupted.

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2.3.4 Goods picking

1.Lifting
WPL201 RPL201/RPL201H/EPL151/RPL202

Keep pressing the lifting button until

2.Lowering reaching the required lifting height

Lower the pallet forks to the bottom

through pressing the lowering button.

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Lifting
Press lowering lever(2) to the bottom. Lift
the forks by moving the control shaft (1) up
and down until the desired lifting height is
achieved.Reset the lowering lever(2).

Lowering
Set forks to the lowest position by pulling
lowering lever(2) upward.

WARNING
Goods failing to be arranged and fixed
may result in accidents.

i NOTE
To avoid shortening the service life of HPL152
the oil cylinder, try not to lift the pallet
forks to the highest state for every lifting
operation.

2.3.5 Parking the truck securely

Lower the forks to the bottom;

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 Turn off the key switch or pull out the key;

Press the emergency stop switch to cut off storage battery connection;

WARNING
•Should it be necessary for operators to leave the truck, even for just a moment, the truck
should also be well parked as specified.
•Never park the truck on a slope;
•The forks must be lowered to the bottom.

2.3.6 Drive directions

The drive directions of the truck are forward (1)

and reverse (2).

1
2

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2.3.7 Loading

•Approach the load carefully.

•Adjust the height of the forks until they
can be easily inserted into the pallet.
•Insert the forks under the load.
•If the load is shorter than the forks,
position the forks so that the front of
the load overhangs them by a few
centimeters, to avoid interference with
the load immediately ahead. F R
•Raise the load a few centimeters above
its support.
•Back the truck away from the stack or
any neighbouring loads, gently and in a
straight line.

Transporting loads
Always carry loads in the forward
direction of travel (R) in order to have
the best visibility.

WARNING
When carrying a load on a slope, always
ascend or descend with the load uphill.
Never drive sideways across a slope or
perform a U-turn.

i NOTE
Since visibility is reduced when travelling
in this direction, drive only at very slow
speed.
Unloading
Carefully drive the truck to the desired
location.
Carefully drive the truck to the unloading
area.
Lower the load until the fork arms are
free from the pallet.
Back the truck away in a straight line.
Raise the forks to proper height.

CAUTION
If the field of vision is poor, ask a guide
for assistance.

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2.3.8 Using the truck on a slope

i NOTE
Incorrect use of the truck on slopes
places stress on the traction motor,
brakes and battery.
Be particularly careful near slopes:
Never attempt a slope with a gradient
greater than that specified in the truck’s
data sheet. Make sure that the ground
is dry with a non-slip surface and that
the route is clear.

Ascending slopes
Always ascend slopes travelling in the
reverse direction, with the load facing
uphill. Without a load, it is recommend
to ascend slopes forwards.
Descending slopes
Travel down slopes must always be
forwards, with the load uphill. Without
a load, it is recommended to descend
slopes forwards. In all cases, travel at a
very low speed and brake very gradua-
lly.

DANGER
Risk to life and/or risk of major
equipment damage.
Never park the truck on a slope.
Never make a U-turn or take shortcuts
on a slope. On a slope, the operator
must drive very slowly.
Starting on a slope
If you have to stop and then start on
slope, proceed as follows:
•Stop on the slope by pressing the
accelerator in the opposite direction
until the machine comes to a standstill.
•Return the accelerator to the neutral
position, then release the accelerator
control button to apply the parking
brake.
•To restart, press the accelerator button
for the desired direction.
•The truck will move.

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 i NOTE
Incorrect use of the truck on slopes
places stress on the traction motor,
brakes and battery.

2.3.9 Truck transport

•Place the truck on a wooden pallet.

•Fix the truck to the pallet to prevent
loosening.

i NOTE
Only use haulage equipment with
sufficient load capacity.
•The load weight includes the net
weight of the truck(including battery
weight) and the wooden pallet.
•The pallet or wooden box should be
large and strong enough to withstand
the weightof the truck.
• Pay attention to the fork blades
when lifting the truck onto the pallet, to
prevent injuries caused by the forks.

Follow the prescribed steps and park

the vehicle correctly.

Make sure the forks are aligned with

the pallet, move slowly and stop after
inserting the forks as far into the
pallet as possible.

CAUTION
Operate on open, level ground and pay
attention to ground conditions when
lifting and lowering the pallet to prevent
the truck from tipping.

When transporting the truck, make

sure it is fully secured and take
precautionary measures against bad
weather.

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2.3.10 Operating the truck without its own drive system

If the truck has to be moved after a failure

has rendered it immobile, proceed as
follows:
Set the emergency stop switch “OFF”.
• Set the key switch “OFF” and remove the
• key.
• Prevent the truck from rolling away.
Remove the cover.
Screw in two screws(1), M4*35mm)until the
truck
can be moved (no braking action).

Tighten two screws(1), the truck can be

moved (no braking action) for RPL201/
RPL201H/RPL202.

After setting down the truck at the WPL201/HPL152/EPL151

destination, unscrew two screws(1).

Braking action is restored.

WARNING
This operating mode is not permitted
when negotiating inclines and gradients.

RPL201/RPL201H/RPL202

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 C Battery use and maintenance
3.2 Battery charging

3.2.1 Precautions

•The truck must be parked within a shady and ventilated room;

•Avoid the existence of any metal object in the surface of the storage battery;
•All the cable and plug connection parts should be inspected in terms of obvious damages
before charging;
•The charger to be connected or disconnected must be under the state of not connecting
to the circuit;
•The safety provisions related to the storage battery and the manufacturer of charging
station must be strictly abode by.

Charging environment:
Lithium battery must be charged above 0°C, as excessively low charging temperature is likely to
result in the short circuit of battery cell.

3.2.2 Charging the battery with internal charger

Charge maintenance-free or lithium battery
through a built-in charger
•Inspect whether relevant charging power plug
requirements are satisfied according to
“3.2.1 precautions”;
•Park the truck securely as described 2.3.5;
•Connect the specialized connector(1) to a
proper power supply outlet, then plug it into
the socket on the truck to start charging. WPL201/EPL151/HPL152

i NOTE
The charging voltage is single-phase,
ranging from 100V to 240V, please don’t
exceed the voltage range mentioned
above.

1
WPL201

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Charging indicator(1)
NO. LED status Phenomenon Cause Remedy Description

1 Red light is on Trouble free / Charging

2 Green light is on Trouble free / End of charging

Current/
Return to factory
3 voltage Indicator failure Charger failure
maintenance
changes
No The power input
Charger
indicator light line is in good
No change in failure,return
4 contact with the Charger failure
current/voltage to factory
socket and the
maintenance
charger
The power input
Check if the input
cable is not in
5 Red light flashes power line is in
good contact
good contact
with the socket
Storage
battery fails. Eliminate battery
6
(battery reverse failure
Yellow light is on connection)
Storage battery
Eliminate battery
7 fails.(battery is
failure
not connected)
Ambient Ambient
8 temperature is temperaturedrops
too high to normal
Storage battery
Yellow light flashes voltage exceeds Eliminate battery
9
32.5V（65V for failure
WPL201)
return to factory
10 Charger failure
maintenance

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3.2.3 Charging the battery with external charger
•Inspect whether relevant charging requirements are satisfied according to “3.2.1
precautions”;
•Park the truck securely as described 2.3.5;
•Remove the battery；(see section 3.4)
•Plug into charging stand and charge;
•The LED light on the charging stand comes on.

A fully charging time see described in paragraph 3.2.4.

EPL151 WPL201

i NOTE
Correctly plug the battery into the
charging stand.

i NOTE
LED light mode on the charging stand
• Charging:red LED light
• Fully charged:green LED light
• Charging fault:flashing yellow LED light
• Battery fault:steady yellow LED light
HPL152
Charge the storage battery through
an external charger
•Inspect whether relevant charging
requirements are satisfied according
to “3.2.1 precautions”;
• Park the truck securely as described
2.3.5;
•Pull out the storage battery plug
(1) and have it connected with the
charger joint (2), so as to facilitate
charging through connecting to the
charger.

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3.2.4 Battery type & dimensions&Charging time
All the batteries are maintenance free.
Battery types & dimensions are as follows:

Voltage/ Rated Charger Charging

Tuck type battery type Dimensions
capacity Internal External time

WPL201 Li-ion 48V/30Ah 245×160×380 15A 15A 2h

RPL201/
Li-ion 24V/160Ah 550×190×500 / 50A/100A 3h/1.6h
RPL201H

EPL151 Li-ion 24V/55Ah 175×124×407 10A 20A 5.5h/2.5h

HPL152 Li-ion 24/20AH 193x81x300 10A 10A 2h

Li-ion
RPL202 24V/160Ah 550 x 190 x 500 / 50A/100A 3h/1.6h
(optional)

RPL202 lead-acid 24V/280Ah 621 x 281 x 625 / 30A/50A 9.5h/6h

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 3.3 Battery removal and installation

Park the truck securely as descirbed in

paragraph 2.3.5 and turn off the power before
removal and installation of the battery.

Battery removal and installation steps:

• Just hold the handle and pull the battery out.
• Install in reverse order.

WPL201, EPL151

• Open the battery cover;

• Unplug the battery;
• Attach the hooks to the battery handle or
strap;
• Carefully lift the battery out of the truck;
• Install the battery in reverse order.

RPL201/RPL201H/RPL202
• Just hold the handle and pull the battery out.
• Install in reverse order.

WARNING
Before removing the battery, make sure
the vehicle is completely powered off.

HPL152

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 D
Maintenance
4.1 Truck maintenance

Only through regularly implementing truck maintenance work can the sustainable and reliable use
of the forklift be ensured.
Only those receiving professional training and approved as qualified can be competent in various
equipment care maintenance operations. If you intend to independently implement maintenance,
you are recommended to have your maintenance personnel receive on-site training from the
service representative of the equipment supplier.

Safety announcement:
• Tyre replacement: please implement tire replacement using the tires designated by the
manufacturer, as unqualified tires may influence the properties and stability of the products.
• It is improper to clean the truck using inflammable liquid.
• Ensure that the power supply has been completely disconnected before actual maintenance
operation.

Long-term parking:
• If required to be parked for over one month, the truck must be placed in a dry and frost-free
environment.
• Clean the truck carefully.
• Coat any unpainted metal parts with a thin layer of oil or grease.
• In case that the truck is out of use for a long time, the storage battery should better be taken out.
• Recharge the lithium-ion battery every 2 months. Please observe the above instructions.
• Raise and chock the truck: the wheels must not touch the ground in order to prevent irreversible
deformation of the tyres.

Discharge can damage the battery

If the battery is not used for a long period of time, it can become damaged through discharge.
• Before a long period of inactivity, the battery must be fully charged.
• To ensure a long battery life, we recommend charging the battery every 14 days when it is not
being used.
Restoring the truck to operation
•Thoroughly clean the truck.
•Clean the battery. Grease the pole screws using pole grease and reconnect the battery.
•Recharge the battery.
•Check if the hydraulic oil contains condensed water and change if necessary.
•Follow the daily checklist.

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Safety tests to be performed at intervals and after unusual incidents
The truck must be inspected at least annually (refer to national regulations) or after any unusual
event by a qualified inspector. The manufacturer offers a safety inspection service which is
performed by personnel specifically trained for this purpose.
A complete test must be carried out on the technical condition of the truck with regard to safety.
The truck must also be examined thoroughly for damage.
The operating company is responsible for ensuring that faults are rectified immediately.

Spare parts:
Only original spare parts have been certified by our quality assurance department. To ensure
safe and reliable operation of the Pallet truck, use only the manufacturer's spare parts. Used
parts, oils and fuels must be disposed of in accordance with the relevant environmental protection
regulations. For oil changes, contact the manufacturer’s specialist department.
Tyre replacement
Any repairs or maintenance to the truck must be performed only by trained and authorized techni-
cians. Remove and install the tyre see the service manual.

Troubleshooting
If the fault cannot be rectified after carrying out the remedial procedure, notify the Manfacture's se-
vice department, as any further troubleshooting can only be performed by specially trained and
qualified service personnel.

Fault Probable Cause Action

Truck does –Battery connector not plugged –Check the battery connector and
not start. in connect if necessary.
–Key switch in “0” position –Set key switch to “I”
–Incorrect CanCode code –Check code
–Battery charge too low –Check battery charge, charge battery
–Faulty fuse if necessary
–Truck in charge mode –Check fuses.
–Interrupt charging

Load cannot –Charging capacity below 15％ –Charging the battery

be lifted –Truck not operational –Carry out all measures listed under
–Hydraulic oil level too “Truck does not start”
low –Check the hydraulic oil level
–Faulty fuse –Check fuses.

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 4.2 Maintenance table
50-hour/7-Day maintenance
Check the functions of the operation switches and display
Check alarm system functions
Check the emergency switch functions
Check steering system functions
Check the drive wheel and load wheel for worn or damage
Check the functions of hydraulic system
250-hour/2-month maintenance
8 Inspect where there is any damage in the cables and whether the
terminals are reliable
9 Inspect whether there is any screw losing or slipping out
10 Inspect whether there is any abrasion or damage in the oil pipes
11 Inspect where is any leakage in the hydraulic oil
500-hour/3-month maintenance
After operating for 500 hours in total, the truck should also be maintained according to the
following procedures in addition to the 250-hour maintenance mentioned above
12L Inspect or add the gear grease(for WPL201 and EPL151)
13L Inspect and lubricate using the lithium-based lubrication grease the
lubrication mouths in moving parts
14 Inspect and lubricate using the lithium-based lubrication grease the
bearing between the driving engine and the gear box
After operating for 1000 hours in total, the truck should also be maintained according to the
following procedures in addition to the 250-hour maintenance and 500-hour maintenance
mentioned above
15 Inspect and fasten the controller and other electrical apparatus elements
16 Inspect whether there is any abnormal sound or disclosure of the gear
box
17 Inspect the abrasion situations of the driving wheel/bearing wheel/
universal wheel and please timely replace seriously abraded ones
18 Inspect whether all the oil pipes, pipelines and joints are reliably
connected and whether all the sealing elements are reliable
19L Inspect the level of the oil liquid, and if the level fails to reach the
minimum one as required, please timely add hydraulic oil with the same
specifications
20 Inspect the air gap of the electromagnetic brake, and if the air gap is
larger than 0.4mm, please replace the friction plates.
21 Inspect where is any abrasion or damage in the link mechanism

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 After operating for 1000 hours in total, the truck should also be maintained according to the
following procedures in addition to the 250-hour maintenance, 500-hour maintenance and
1000-hour maintenance mentioned above
22 Inspect the running, lifting and lowering speed, braking distance and other
operation performances of the truck Inspect and add gearbox lubrication grease
23L Inspect and replace gearbox gear oil (for RPL201/ RPL201H、RPL202
WPL201)
24 Inspect where there is any damage in the oil cylinders and whether
corresponding installations are reliable
25L Clean the oil tank and replace the hydraulic oil
26 Inspect and replace the hydraulic filter
27 Inspect whether the bearing capacity reaches the rated load and implement
corresponding adjustment through the flood valve adopted in the hydraulic
station
28 Inspect whether all the labels are clear and intact

HPL152

WPL201 EPL151/HPL152/WPL201

RPL201/RPL201H/ RPL201/RPL201H/RPL202
RPL202
EPL151

Table 1 Lubricants

Code Type Specification Amount Position

Anti-wear hydraulic oil L-HM32 0.48 L((WPL201/EPL151/

Hydraulic
A Low temperature anti-wear HPL152)1.25(RPL201/
L-HV32 System
hydraulic oil (cold storage) RPL201H/RPL202)

110 grams(EPL151/
C Grease 3#(MoS2) - Gearbox
HPL152/WPL201)

1500ml(RPL201/RPL201H/
D Heavy duty gear oil 85W-90 GL-5 Gearbox
RPL202)

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 E
Technical data

Standard Version Specifications

Technical specification details in accordance with VDI 2198. Technical modifications and
additions reserved.

Performance data for standard trucks

Distinguishing mark
1.1 Manufacturer EP EP EP
1.2 Model designation RPL201H RPL201 RPL202

1.3 Drive unit Electrics Electrics Electrics

1.4 Operator type standing Pedestrian Pedestrian
1.5 rated capacity Q kg 2000 2000 2000
1.6 Load center c mm 600 600 600
distance
1.8 Load distance x mm 916/982 937/1003 916/982 937/1003 980 1000

1.9 Wheelbase y mm 1418 1438 1418 1438 1531 1551

Weight
2.1 Service weight kg 630 630 755
(include battery)
2.2 Axle loading, kg 1020/1610 1020/1610 1090 / 1665
laden driving side/
loading side
2.3 Axle loading, kg 500/130 500/130 620 / 135
unladen driving
side/loading side
Types,Chassis
3.1 "Tyre type driving Polyurethane Polyurethane Polyurethane
wheels/loading
wheels"

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3.2 Tyre size, driving mm Ф230x75 Ф230x75 Ф230 x 75
wheels(diameter×width)

3.3 Tyre size, loading mm Ф85x70 / Ф85x70 / Ф85 x 70 /

wheels(diameter×width) Ф83x115 Ф83x115 Ф83 x 115
3.4 Tyre size, caster mm Ф130x55 Ф130x55 Ф130 x 55
wheels(diameter×width)
3.5 Wheels, number driving, mm 1x,2/4(1x,2/2) 1x,2/4(1x,2/2) 1 x +2 / 4
caster/loading (x=drive
wheels)
3.6 Track width, front,driving side b10 mm 510 510 510

3.7 Track width,rear,loading side b11 mm 370/430/515 370/430/515 370 / 515

Dimensions
4.4 Lift height h3 mm 120 120 120
4.9 Height drawbar in driving h14 mm 1150 / 1470 1150 / 1470 1170
position min./max.
4.15 Lowered height h13 mm 85 85 85
4.19 Overall length l1 mm 1860 1930 1860 1930 1954 2024
4.20 Length to face of forks l2 mm 710 710 804
4.21 Overall width b 1 / mm 730 730 730
b2
4.22 Fork dimensions s/ e/ l mm 55×170×1170 55x170x1150 55 x 170 x 1150

55×170×1220 55x170x1220 55 x 170 x 1220

4.25 Distance between fork-arms b5 mm 540/600/685 540/600/685 540 / 685
4.32 Ground clearance, center of m2 mm 30 30 30
wheelbase
4.34.1 Aisle width for pallets 1000 × Ast mm 2523 1984 2590
1200 crossways
4.34.2 Aisle width for pallets 800 × Ast mm 2372 2184 2448
1200 lengthways
4.35 Turning radius Wa mm 1700 1700 1790
Performance data
5.1 Travel speed, laden/ unladen km/ h km/h 9.0 / 12.0 5.5 / 6 5.5 / 6
5.2 Lifting speed, laden/ unladen m/ s 0.050/0.054 0.050 / 0.054 0.050 / 0.054

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5.3 Lowering speed, laden/ fpm m/ s 0.067 / 0.054 0.067 / 0.054 0.067 / 0.054
unladen

5.8 Max. gradeability, laden/ % 8 / 16 8 / 16 8 / 16

unladen
5.10 Service brake type Electrom Electrom Electrom
agnetic agnetic agnetic
Electric-engine
6.1 Drive motor rating S2 60 min hp kW 2.5 1.6 1.6
6.2 Lift motor rating at S3 15% hp kW 2.2 2.2 2.2
6.3 The maximum allowed size in. mm 550×190×500 550×190×500 621 x 281 x
battery 625

6.4 Battery voltage/nominal V/ Ah 24 / 210 24 / 160 24 / 280

capacity K5

6.5 Battery weight lb. kg 70 70 255

Addition data
8.1 Type of drive control AC AC AC
10.5 Steering type electronic electronic electronic
10.7 Sound pressure level at the dB <74 <74 74
driver’s ear (A)

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 RPL201/RPL201H

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RPL202

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Distinguishing mark
1.1 Manufacturer EP EP EP

1.2 Model designation EPL151 HPL152 WPL201

1.3 Drive unit Electrics Electrics Electrics

1.4 Operator type Pedestrian Pedestrian Pedestrian

1.5 rated capacity Q kg 1500 1500 2000

1.6 Load center c mm 600 600 600

distance

1.8 Load distance x mm 883/946 883/946 1000

1.9 Wheelbase y mm 1105/1168 1105/1168 1268

Weight
2.1 Service weight kg 165 130 250
(include battery)
2.2 Axle loading, laden kg 574/1091 558/1172 685/1565
driving side/loading
side
2.3 Axle loading, kg 130/35 84/46 185/65
unladen driving
side/loading side
Types,Chassis
3.1 "Tyre type driving PU/ PU PU/ PU Polyurethane
wheels/loading
wheels"

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3.2 Tyre size, driving mm Ф210x70 Ф210x70 Ф250x102
wheels(diameter×width)

3.3 Tyre size, loading mm 2x Ф78x60 2x Ф78x60 2×Ф82x85/

wheels(diameter×width) (Ф78x88) (Ф78x88) Ф82×115

3.4 Tyre size, caster mm Ф74x48 / Ф74x48

wheels(diameter×width)
3.5 Wheels, number driving, mm 1×,2/4(1× 2/2) 1x,4(1x,2) 1×,2/4(1× 2/2)
caster/loading (x=drive
wheels)
3.6 Track width, front,driving side b10 mm 438 / 441

3.7 Track width,rear,loading side b11 mm 390 390 370/(515)

Dimensions
4.4 Lift height h3 mm 115 115 140
4.9 Height drawbar in driving h14 mm 700 / 1170 638/ 1275 716 / 1240
position min./max.
4.15 Lowered height h13 mm 80 80 82.5
4.19 Overall length l1 mm 1523 1518 1592
4.20 Length to face of forks l2 mm 375 381 423
4.21 Overall width b 1 / mm 600 548 645 / 625
b2
4.22 Fork dimensions s/ e/ mm 50/150/1150 50/150/1150 55×170×1170
l
4.25 Distance between fork-arms b5 mm 540 540 540(685)
4.32 Ground clearance, center of m2 mm 30 30 27
wheelbase
4.34.1 Aisle width for pallets 1000 × Ast mm 1584 1612 1850
1200 crossways
4.34.2 Aisle width for pallets 800 × Ast mm 1784 1812 2050
1200 lengthways
4.35 Turning radius Wa mm 1330 1358 1428
Performance data
5.1 Travel speed, laden/ unladen k m / km/h 4/4.5 3.5/4 5 / 5.5
h
5.2 Lifting speed, laden/ unladen m/ s 0.022/0.025 100mm/per 0.028/0.04
time

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5.3 Lowering speed, laden/ fpm m / 0.034/0.023 Hand down 0.04 / 0.022
unladen s

5.8 Max. gradeability, laden/ % 5/16 5 / 10 8 / 16

unladen
5.10 Service brake type Electroma Electroma Electrom
gnetic gnetic agnetic
Electric-engine
6.1 Drive motor rating S2 60 hp kW 0.65 0.75 0.75
min
6.2 Lift motor rating at S3 15% hp kW 0.8 man-up 0.84
6.3 The maximum allowed size in. mm 175*124*407 193*81*300 245×160×380
battery

6.4 Battery voltage/nominal V/ Ah 24V*1/40Ah 24 / 20AH 48/30(Li-ion)

capacity K5

6.5 Battery weight lb. kg 13*1 5*1 14

Addition data
8.1 Type of drive control DC DC DC
10.5 Steering type mechanical mechanical mechanical
10.7 Sound pressure level at d B <74 <74 <74
the driver’s ear (A)

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 EPL151

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Lithium-ion battery

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1 Information on the conformity of lithium-ion batteries
The manufacturer of the lithium-ion battery declares that: the lithium-ion battery
conforms with the provisions of the following EU directive 2014/30/EU
in accordance with EN12895.
These batteries has been certified according to EN 62619:2017 for safe use and according to
UN38.3 for safe transport.

2 It is necessary to respect the following guidelines:

•Read the documents provided with the battery carefully.
•Only persons who have been trained to work with lithium-ion technology are permitted to work on
the batteries (for example After-Sales Service Centre technicians).
•Do not drop it or allow anything to fall on it.
•Do not expose the battery unit to humidity or water ( ＞ 80%).
•Protect the battery from solar irradiation.
•Do not physically machine or modify the battery.
•Do not open the battery. Electrical risk. Only the After-Sales Service Centre technicians can open
the battery.
•Do not place lithium-ion batteries on or near flames or hot heat sources (> 65°C). This may cause
the batteries to overheat or burst into flames. This type of use also impairs the performance of the
batteries and reduces their service life.
•It is forbidden to take out the battery in the charging state state.
•It is forbidden to use and store the battery at low power (the use and storage of power loss will
cause the early loss of battery system capacity and accelerate the service life of the battery pack);
•During the charging process, liquid and metal substances are not allowed on the charger, and it is
forbidden to use the charger in a high temperature and high humidity environment;
•It is forbidden for unqualified personnel to dismantle and overhaul the battery system and
supporting charger and other devices; the battery system is a dangerous product, and maintenance
and replacement can only be performed by professionals;
•Before the vehicle is started, power on through the button switch. After the vehicle is stopped, the
battery system must be powered off and stopped through the button switch, which can be judged
by the state of the display screen. If the time is too long, the battery will be over-discharged. In
severe cases, it will affect the battery performance);
• The battery should be fully charged for the first time;
• After each use, it should be charged in time (the initial state of charging should keep the
battery system temperature below 40° C to ensure the smoothness of charging);
• Have class D fire extinguishers or inert gas, carbon dioxide, powder or foam fire
extinguishers near the zone in which the lithium-ion batteries are used.
• Do only use in trucks manufactured by EP and if the battery type is released for that
truck.

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3 Intended use
• Operational application temperature 0° C-40° C, humidity ＜ 80%;
• Charging application temperature 5° C-40° C;
• The battery's maximum operation altitude is up to 2000m;
• Do not pull out the battery for emergency stopping, use instead the emergency switch (see page
B14).
• The truck shall not be used in a potentially explosive atmosphere or in an especially dusty
environment.

4 Reasonably foreseeable misuse

•Never short circuit the battery terminals.
•Do not reverse the battery polarity.
•Do not overcharge.

DANGER
Failure to comply with these safety instructions can result in fire and explosion or the leakage
of harmful materials.
5.Accessories
Do not use a charger that is not released by EP for lithium-ion battery.

WARNING
Should such issues as failing to abide by the operation manual, failing to use the original parts
for maintenance or damaging caused by users themselves occur, the quality guarantee will be
invalid automatically!

6.BMS (Battery Management System)

The battery is permanently monitored by the BMS (Battery Management System).
This provides the communication with the truck.
The BMS continually monitors items such as the cell temperature, the voltage and the charge
status of the cells.

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7.1Safety and warning
•Abide by the operation manual!
•All the operations related to the storage battery must be implemented under the
instruction of professionals!

Always wear protective clothing (e.g. safety goggles and safety

gloves) when working on cells and batteries.

•No smoke and fire!

•Avoid the existence of open fire, fiery metal wire or sparks around the storage
battery, otherwise explosion or fire disaster may occur!

•Explosion or fire disaster is likely to occur; avoid short circuit!

•Keep the battery away from all fire sources, heat sources and flammable or
explosive materials.

•Don’t knock over the storage battery!

•Using lifting and delivery devices as specified. Prevent the storage battery cell,
interface and connection cable from being damaged by the lifting hook!
•If the materials leak out, do not inhale the fumes. Wear safety
gloves.

•Dangerous voltage!
•Avoid hot plugging!
•Notice: the metal part of the storage battery cell is electrified, so don’t place any
external object or tool on the battery cell!

Do not place the battery on top of conductive objects.

•Don’t trample on the battery to prevent it from fierce shaking or shacking!

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 8 Transportation
Before transporting any lithium-ion battery, check the current regulations on the transport
of dangerous goods. Comply with these when preparing the packaging and transport. Train
authorised staff to dispatch lithium-ion batteries.

i NOTE
It is recommended that the original packaging is kept for any subsequent dispatch.
A lithium-ion battery is a special product.
Special precautions should be taken when:
• Transporting a truck equipped with alithium-ion battery
• Transporting only the lithium battery
A class 9 danger label must be affixed to the packaging for transport.
It is different if the battery is transported on its own or in a truck. An example of a label
appears in this supplement(see figure below). Refer to the latest current regulations before
dispatch as the information might have changed since this supplement was written.
Special documents must be sent with the battery. Refer to the applicable standards or
regulations.

For UN3480 Lithium Ion Batteries

For UN3481 Lithium Ion Batteries packed with

Equipment or Lithium batteries built into
Equipment

WARNING
Do not pack higher than 1.2 m above the floor of the container and secure properly.

i NOTE
"Overpack" is the name for the outer packaging of the dangerous goods.

i NOTE
Recharge the lithium-ion battery before transporting it taking account of the transport mode (
boat, road). Excessive discharge on arrival could damage the performance of the
battery.
8.1 Shipping faulty batteries
To transport these faulty lithium-ion batteries, contact the manufacturer's customer service
department. Faulty lithium-ion batteries must not be transported independently.

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9 Instructions for disposal
• Lithium ion batteries must be disposed of in accordance with the relevant environmental
protection regulations.
• Used cells and batteries are recyclable economic goods. In accordance with the
mark showing a crossed rubbish bin, these batteries may not be disposed of as
domestic waste. Return and / or recycling must be ensured as required by the
Batteries Legislation.
• The method of battery recovery and reuse can be discussed with our company.
We reserve the right to change the technology.

10 Storage
Before a long period of inactivity, the battery must be fully charged.
We recommend that batteries are stored at a height between 60 and 120 cm.
•Store the battery in a dry place at a temperaturebetween 0 and 40° to preserve its
service life. This area must not be hermetically sealed to allow air renewal;
•If the battery system needs to be placed on hold for a long time, it would better keep the battery
in the semi-electric state and charge the battery every 2 months to ensure that the battery
system is in the semi-electric state;
•The positive and negative terminals of the battery system are prohibited from contacting with
metal objects during storage.

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11 Common Problems and Solutions
During the use and maintenance of the lithium-ion battery, the battery or battery system may
have one or more of the following abnormal conditions, please organize the professional
engineers and technicians to perform the necessary processing according to the instructions in
this manual; if you have any questions about the status or solutions, please contact ep dealer
or after-sales service department of the company to obtain professional technical support.
• If the battery is found to have abnormal mechanical characteristics such as swelling, cracked
casing, melted casing, and distortion of the casing before and during installation, stop using
the battery immediately, place it in open and well-ventilated space, and contact the after-sales
service.
• If abnormalities such as looseness, cracks, cracks in the insulation layer, burn marks, etc. of
the battery's pole pressing bolts, conductive strips, main circuit wires and connectors are found
before and during the installation, stop using the battery immediately, check the reason for
analysis and give it a fix;
• If the polarity of the positive and negative terminals of the battery is found not match the polarity
identification before installation, please stop using the battery immediately and contact the after-
sales service department to replace the battery or obtain other solutions;
• If there is fire or smoke happens to the battery, move it to the open air immediately, evacuate
people in time, and pour a large amount of cold water onto the battery to cool it down and put
out the fire.
• If the battery is found to emit smoke before and during installation, immediately stop using the
battery and bury it with sand, and notify the after-sales service department of the company for
record and obtain technical support;

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Lead-acid battery

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1 Safety and Warnings
When operating on battery, you must wear protective glasses and protective clothing!
Electrolyte contains sulfuric acid and is highly corrosive. If it accidentally comes into contact
with the skin, wash immediately with plenty of water, if the situation is serious, immediately
seek medical advice.
The battery will produce hydrogen during charging, which may produce an explosive mixture.
Smoking or ignition is prohibited near the battery that is being charged or just completes
charging, there should not be flame or a hot wire, otherwise there may be fire or explosion
hazards!

CAUTION
To avoid accumulation of hydrogen gas, keep the battery cover open during charging, charge
the battery at a cool, well-ventilated place.
Dumping of battery is prohibited. Only use proper lifting equipment to lift or transport the
battery.

WARNING
•It is necessary to add water regularly, other-wise may cause damage to the battery due to
water loss.
•The water must be added after the battery is fully charged, adding water before charging can
cause electrolyte overflow.
•The amount of water to be added must be strictly controlled, excessive adding of water may
lead to electrolyte overflow.
•Only distilled water can be added, the adding of tap water or mineral water is prohibited.
•As for the decrease of battery capacity, or even damage to the battery due to failure to
comply with the above provisions, the quality assurance will automatically void.
As for failure to comply with instructions for use, maintenance without using original parts,
user corruption, or viola-tion of provisions when adding electrolyte and other circumstances,
the quality assurance will automatically void.
Accessories
•Do not use a charger that is not released by EP for lead-acid battery.

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2 Use of Battery
2.1 Pre-use Checks
Check if the battery status is normal and also check for mechanical failures;
Connect the battery connectors, make sure the contact is solid, the electrodes are connected
properly, otherwise may cause damage to the battery, truck or charger;
Check if the electrode bolt of each battery interface is tightened;
Check electrolyte fluid level. It must be ensured that the electrolyte level is higher than the upper
edge of overflow outlet or separator;
Charge the battery according to the instructions on the operation manual;
Refill the electrolyte with distilled water to make the electrolyte level reach standard level.

2.2 Discharging
Do not close or cover the ventilation openings with objects;
When connecting or disconnecting the battery connector (such as, plug), the power supply must be
disconnected first;
In order to meet or exceed the rated batt-ery service life, the battery should avoid excessive
discharge during runtime (capacity less than 20% of the rated capacity);
Re-charge the battery immediately after discharging without delay.

2.3 Charging
When charging, only DC can be used. Connect the battery with proper charger for specification
and size to avoid overload of circuit and interface, and to avoid electrolyte foaming or overflow from
the cell;
The charger purchased separately must be checked by the after-sales service department of our
company before it can be used;
When connecting the battery with the charg-er, the circuit switch should be at “OFF” position, make
sure the connection is correct. It is prohibited to connect the battery with live charger.
Before battery charging, make sure the elec-trolyte temperature is within the range of
10 ° C~ 45 ° C;
When charging, the cover or cover plate of the battery compartment must be opened or removed
to ensure that the gas generated during charging can be smoothly discharged.
When the concentration of the electrolyte and battery voltage remain constant (for more than 2
hours), it indicates that the charging is completed.

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2.4 Temperature
Rated temperature of electrolyte is 30 °C.
If the temperature is too high, it will reduce the service life of the battery; too low may reduce the
battery capacity.
When the temperature reaches the limit temperature of 55 ° C, it is prohibited to run the battery.

3 Maintenance & Care

3.1 Daily Maintenance
Charge the discharged battery;
Visual inspection for excessive dirtiness and mechanical damage after the charging.

3.2 Weekly Maintenance

Control the electrolyte fluid level. Check the electrolyte fluid level when the charging is about
to complete. If necessary, add distilled water into the electrolyte when the charging is about to
complete to make the fluid level reach the rated standard.

CAUTION
Lower fluid level may reduce the battery capacity, and thus reduce the service life of battery.
Higher liquid level may lead to electrolyte overflow when charging, which may cause
corrosion to the battery compartment or even the vehicle.

Checking the battery condition,

electrolyte level and specific gravity

• Inspect battery for cracks, raised plates and

electrolyte leaks.
• Unscrew the battery cover and check the
electrolyte level.
• If the battery has an inspection tube, then the
electrolyte level should be at the base of the
tube. If there is no inspection pipe, then the
electrolyte level should be 10-15 mm higher
than the plate.
• If the electrolyte level is excessively low, it
can only be filled up with distilled water.
• Remove any sediment from the electrodes
and lubricate with non-acidic lubricating
grease.
• Retighten the electrode holder.
• Use a hydrometer to check the electrolytes.
The specific gravity should be
between1.24-1.28.

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There are two types of battery filler cap used
on battery cell: proper
合适的电 electrolyte
解液液位
liquid leveL
1) Filler cap with buoy
Battery
电瓶
Add distilled water, red buoy will float until
while rod appears under the red scale.

WARNING
Add only distilled water.
Before adding distilled water, check if the buoy can move up and down properly to prevent
the buoy from failing to float up and resulting in excessive filling.
2) Filler cap without buoy
When adding water, stop filling when the electrolyte level is higher than the protective plate
for 15~20 mm.

CAUTION
Please operate the electric watering device in accordance with its operating manual.

3.3 Monthly Maintenance

Before the charging is completed (while the charger is still energized), measure and record
the voltage of battery cell the entire battery;
After the charging is completed, measure and record the electrolyte concentration and
temperature of the battery cell.
How to tell if the battery is normal
As for a normal set of fully charged batteries, the voltage of each of the battery cell should be
around 2.08V, specific gravity of electrolyte should be around 1.28;

CAUTION
After being fully charged, if the voltage of battery cell is lower than 1.85V or the specific
gravity of electrolyte is less than 1.05, then that battery cell has been damaged and needs to
be replaced.
As for a group of normal batteries, when the battery is discharged for 80% (the instrument
alarms and prompts low battery, you should recharge in a timely manner), the open circuit
voltage should be around 1.93V, specific gravity of electrolyte (under 30°C) should be around
1.14.

CAUTION
And you can identify if the battery is fully discharged according to the specific gravity of
battery electrolyte when the instrument alarms, and identify if the capacity indicated on the
instrument is accurate.

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3.4 Care
1. Keep it clean
Battery surface should be clean and dry to prevent the occurrence of leakage currents;
Battery cables, terminals and connectors mu-st be tightened and clean, a small amount of
special grease should also be applied.

WARNING
•Do not use a dry cloth or fabric to clean the surface of the battery, so that to prevent the
occurrence of static electricity, resulting in explosion;
•Unplug the power plug;
•Wipe clean with a damp cloth;
•Please wear goggles, rubber boots and rubber gloves.

2.Make sure that the cable insulation is not da-maged and the connection layer has no signs
of heating.
3. Make sure that the "+" and "-" output terminals are not sulfated (with white salt).

Slight sulfation: clean top of the element with a damp cloth.

Severe sulfation: the battery must be remov-ed for powerful cleaning; the battery base should
also be cleaned.
Very severe sulfation (or a large amount of electrolyte overflow): please contact the after-
sales service department as soon as possible.
DO NOT arbitrarily discharge acidic wast-ewater after cleaning, dispose such water in
accordance with national laws and regulations!
4 Storage
When the battery is not used for a long time, the battery should be filled up and stored in a dry,
frost-free space.
Regular equalizing charge may help extend the service life of battery and ensure that the
capacity won't be reduced.

5 Troubleshooting
Upon battery or charger failure, please promptly notify the after-sales service department.
Refer to battery failure analysis to facilitate troubleshooting and elimination.

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Battery Fault Analysis
Fault Negative Phenomena Cause Handling Methods
Insufficient 1. Low static voltage 1. Charger voltage and current 1. Adjust and repair the
Battery 2. Low density, cannot meet are set too low charger
Charge the requirements after being 2. Insufficient initial charge 2. Battery supplemental
charged 3. Charger failure charge
3. Short working time 3. Battery needs to be
4. When running, the instrume- replaced in severe
nt displays quick drop of situations
capacity
Electrolyte - In case of high intensity: 1. Initial adding of electrolyte 1. Replace the battery
has been 1. Electrolyte density is not with excessive high or low electrolyte
improperly less than 1.300g/cm3 after density 2. Battery needs to be
added to charging 2. Liquid level reduces, adding replaced in severe
2. Battery static voltage is errors, failed to add pure water situations
the battery
higher in accordance with provisions,
3. Initial capacity is good, but but mistakenly adding dilute
reduced after a period of use acid
4. Electrolyte is turbid 3. Initial adding of liquid is
impure (containing impurities
- Low density: and with odor)
1. Electrolyte density is still
lower than the specified
value after charging
2. Battery capacity is low

- Adding impure liquid:

1. Battery capacity is low
2. Electrolyte is turbid and of
abnormal color
3. Battery with severe self-
discharge

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Battery Fault Analysis
Fault Negative Phenomena Cause Handling Methods
Electrode 1. Battery capacity drops 1. Insufficient initial charge 1. Over-discharge method
plate sulfation during normal discharge 2. Long time of storage under 2. Repeated charging
2. Density drops to be lower the state of discharge method
than normal value 3. Long-term insufficient 3. Water treatment method
3. Voltage drops quickly when charged
discharging 4. Electrolyte density is too high
4. Start charging under high 5. Electrolyte level is too low,
voltage the upper part of electrode
5. Bubbles generated during plate is exposed outside of
charging the electrolyte
6. Coarse crystallization of 6. Impure electrolyte
PbSO4 7. Internal short circuit

Excessive 1. There is gray-brown 1. Brown precipitation is due to 1. Clean up the precipitation

shedding substance rising from the excessive large charging 2. Adjust the density
of active bottom when charging current 3. Battery needs to be
substances 2. Battery capacity reduced 2. White sediment is due to replaced if necessary
over-discharge
3. Battery electrolyte is impure

Battery 1. Color of battery filling cap 1. Charger voltage and current 1. Adjust and repair the
overcharged becomes yellow, and then are set too high charger
red 2. Charging time is too long 2. Adjust the charging
2. Battery casing deformation 3. Frequent charging system
3. Battery spacers 4. Less discharging, but much 3. Battery needs to be
carbonization, deformation charging replaced in severe
4. Positive electrode corrosion, 5. Charger failure situations
broken
5. Electrode pole rubber
bushing raised, aged and
cracked
6. Frequent water-adding,
electrolytic turbidity during
charging
7. Evenly shedding of active
substances from electrode
plate
8. Positive electrode plate
detonation

Battery Over- 1. Low static voltage 1. Go on using the battery 1. Supplementary charging
discharge 2. Electrolyte density is still despite of insufficient charge 2. Repair the vehicle
low after charging 2. Battery pack short circuit 3. Battery needs to be
3. Positive and negative 3. Small current long time replaced in severe
electrode plates curved or discharge situations
fractured

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Battery Fault Analysis
Fault Negative Phenomena Cause Handling Methods
Battery 1. Low static voltage below 2V 1. Electrode plate deformed and Battery needs to be replaced
Short 2. Electrolyte density is too low short circuit
Circuit 3. High temperature during 2. Spacer missing or broken
charging during assembly
4. Truck is with short working 3. Positive electrode active
time substances shedding, short
circuit at bottom
Broken 1. Abnormal and unstable 1. Poor welding during assembly 1. Battery needs to be repaired
circuits voltage upon external of electrode pole or electrode 2. Battery needs to be
connection with load plate replaced if necessary
2. Current fails to input when 2. External short circuit
charging 3. Large current discharge
4. Poor wiring connection or
disconnected
5. Electrode plate corrosion
Battery 1. Negative voltage values Wrong connections of positive 1. Reverse charging is
Reverse 2. Electrolyte density is lower and negative electrodes during allowable
Electrodes than 1.20g/cm3 after charging 2. Battery needs to be
charging replaced in severe situations
3. Positive and negative
electrode lugs, colors of
electrode plates are
reversed
Battery 1. Filling hole leaks 1. Tank, filling cap with poor 1. Repair
Leaks 2. Leaks at sealing seams of heat sealing 2. Battery needs to be
tank and filling cap 2. Electrode lug rubber ring replaced if necessary
3. Drainage problems
4. Marks of bumps on external 3. Sealing compound cracked
surface of tank 4 External impact due to
negligence during use

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