Operator Manual

You Must be Trained

IT'S THE LAW, YOU MUST BE TRAINED AND CERTIFIED

Federal law states that only properly trained operators
are permitted to operate a powered industrial truck and
that your employer must train you and certify that you
are qualified to operate this powered industrial truck.
It’s the law, you must be trained and certified to operate this truck. (OSHA §1910.178, Rev. 1999)
(OSHA § 1910.178, Rev. 1999)
Do not operate this truck in your work place until you have
You or others around you can be seriously injured or even killed if
you don't use this truck correctly. been trained and certified by your employer.

Read and obey all warnings and instructions in this Manual* and
on the truck.
A dockboard can move or drop while you are on it. Or you could
drive off a dock. Falls from docks or dockboards can cause
serious injury or even death. Make sure you are safe.
You could be killed or seriously injured if you are not
Inspect your truck before starting work, make sure it is in good adequately trained for lift truck operation!
working order.
* Additional copies of this Operator Manual and all Truck Labels can be obtained
from Crown Equipment Corporation, New Bremen, Ohio 45869 U.S.A.

All rights reserved under International

and Pan American copyright conventions
Copyright 2007 Crown Equipment Corp.

1 Warning You Must be Trained 2

Protect Yourself
Know the Hazards Know the Hazards

LOOK WHERE YOU ARE GOING AVOID FALLS AND TIPOVERS
Always be alert to the area around you and watch Tipovers and falls are very serious accidents, you can
where you are driving. Be careful that you don't get be crushed or even killed. The best way to prevent
pinned or crushed between the truck and a fixed injury is to know where you are at all times and follow
object such as a wall or post. the rules or safe truck operation.
• Be extremely careful when working around docks,
dockboards and trailers.
• Stay away from the edge of docks and ramps.
• Make sure dockboards are secure.
USE YOUR TRUCK CAREFULLY
• Check that trailer wheels are chocked.
• Watch your hands and your feet. A foot or hand
caught between the truck and a fixed object will be • Travel with the forks close to the ground and tilted
crushed or even cut off. up. Watch for overhead obstructions. Perform all
truck movements smoothly and at a speed that will
• Keep to the side of the truck while traveling power give you time to react in an emergency.
unit first. Make certain the truck won't hit the back
of your leg or foot. Don't let the truck run over • An unloaded truck can tip over also. You must be
your foot. just as careful using an unloaded truck as you are
using a loaded one.
• If traveling forks first, keep both hands on the
control handle and be careful when changing
USE YOUR TRUCK SAFELY
direction of travel. Keep your feet clear of the truck. WARNING
• Keep your hands and feet away from all moving
• Keep your truck under control at all times. Operate Stay clear of all parts such as masts, chains, forks or wheels. Make
at a speed that allows you to stop safely. Be even moving parts.
sure the load backrest is in place, if your truck has
more careful on slippery or uneven surfaces. Do not Moving parts can that option.
run over objects on the floor. cut or crush hands,
feet, arms or legs.
• Never stand on or under the forks, or allow anyone
• Perform all truck movements smoothly and at a else to stand on or under them. The only way to lift
speed that will give you time to react in an people is with an approved platform. Never ride on
emergency. the truck or let anyone else ride. There is no safe
place to sit or stand.
• Before you leave your truck, lower the forks to the
floor and shut the truck off with the key or
disconnect the battery.

3 Protect Yourself Protect Yourself 4

Contents What's in it for You?
Warning 1 WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
The better you understand your truck and how to use
You Must be Trained 2
it, the better and safer operator you can be. Here are
Protect Yourself 3 some guides to using this manual.
Contents 5
What's in it for You? 6 Capacity & Load Center QUICK LOCATORS
Know the Hazards
In addition to the "Contents" page
Your Walkie Lift Truck 7 you can use page headings to find
Lift Truck Parts 9
Center of evenly
distributed load
WHAT IS YOUR TRUCK CAPACITY?
Capacity is the load (including pallet or container) that
SAMPLE CAPACITY PLATE
The information shown
topics. Some pages also have a
can be lifted to a given height at a given load center. See on this sample plate
does not apply to this
picture of the truck in the corner
showing features or functions
the capacity plate on your truck. Make certain you use
Capacity & Load Center 11 600mm
(24 in.) Max the correct units of measure. truck.

covered on that page.

Capacity Plate 13 Load
Center WHAT IS LOAD CENTER?
Load center is the distance from the load backrest
KNOW YOUR LOAD
Do not exceed the capacity shown on your truck's
PLE "KNOW THE HAZARDS"
SAM
or vertical face of the fork to the center of an evenly capacity plate. Be careful when handling long, high
Power On & Off 15 distributed load. or wide loads. Do not handle unstable loads.

EXCEEDING TRUCK CAPACITY CAN CAUSE AN ACCIDENT Watch for and read these special
Brake Zones 16 LOADS MUST BE EVENLY DISTRIBUTED
Know the capacity of your truck as shown on your
capacity plate. Pay attention to: blocks. You will find information
Your truck cold tip over if a load is shifted to the front
or side of a pallet or container. Make sure your load is
• Weight of load about possible safety hazards and
Display 17 evenly distributed and centered over the forks.
• Load Center
how to avoid them.
•Lift height
Capacity with Equally Distributed Loa d Max. Grad e
2040(4500) 5

Raising/Lowering, & Tilt 19

%
uck
645(1422)
ight with Max. Battery Hour Rat e
6 HYDRAULIC OPERATIONS CAN AFFECT STABILITY HOW-TO-DRAWINGS
v Truck Weight Less Battery 5% Max. AMP Hr .
600
Be careful when using attachments such as
On many pages you will find
325(712)
sideshift. Remember that anytime the forks move,
Steering & Travel 21 Battery Weigh t

Min 85(185) Max 320(710)

D.C. V oltage
24 the load moves also. This can affect stability.
Truck Data Number Battery Typ e
Perform all hydraulic operations smoothly. pictures as well as text to help you
LE

1234567890123456 E
MP

understand how to use your truck

Load Tire Tread Width

Traveling & Plugging 23

Model Number
SA

WP2300XX 490(19.2)
Serial Number Truck Type
CENTER THE LOAD
A1234567 Your truck could tip over, in any direction, if a
safely and productively.
E
This truck as released conforms to the mandatory requirements of ANSI/ITSDF B56.1
Crown Equipment Corporation New Bremen, Ohio 45869 USA load is shifted to the front or side of a pallet or
Daily Safety Check 25 container. Make certain your load is centered and
evenly distributed.

Be a Safe Operator 27
Battery Maintenance 31 11 Capacity & Load Center Capacity & Load Center

Warning Labels 38

5 Contents What's in it for You? 6

Your Walkie Lift Truck
WALKIE LIFT TRUCKS
Your walkie lift truck can be used to lift, move and BUILT TO STANDARDS
stack loads. It is designed to travel short distances This truck was designed and
and operate in areas with limited space. built to current industry and
government standards and
YOUR LIFT TRUCK IS NOT AN AUTOMOBILE guidelines. For more
information see the following:
With a load it may weigh more than 3 automobiles.
• You don't steer the same. • American National
• You don't brake the same. Standards Institute
• You don't accelerate the same. (ANSI / ITSDF) B56.1
• Occupational Safety
and Health Act (OSHA)
FORK FUNCTIONS, STANDARD AND OPTIONAL §1910.178 Rev. 1999
Standard fork or hydraulic functions are: Raising and
Lowering the forks plus Tilting the mast. Included • Underwriters Laboratory
may also be accessories like Sideshift or Carton (UL) 583
Clamp. Your company has selected the features • National Fire Prevention
needed in your work area and should train you how Association (NFPA) 505
to use them.

HOW TO DRIVE YOUR TRUCK

Forks First
When traveling forks first, use both hands to
operate the control handle.
Hand on
Watch your feet if you change direction of travel. the control

Power Unit First

When traveling power unit first, stay to one
side of the truck and slightly ahead of the
power unit. Use the hand closest to the truck
to operate the control handle. Walk on the side
Feet clear of the truck
Watch your feet.
Stay out of the path of the truck.

7 Your Walkie Lift Truck Your Walkie Lift Truck 8

Lift Truck Parts

Mast

Control Handle

Load Back Rest

(optional)

Display Horn Button (underside, hidden in view)

High Travel Speed Switch
Key Switch Forward/Reverse Rockers
Lower Button (two speed)
Forks
Emergency Reversing Button
Battery
Raise Button
Load Wheels Forward/Reverse Rockers
Power Unit Tilt Switch
Horn Button (underside, hidden in view)
Drive Wheel

9 Lift Truck Parts Lift Truck Parts 10

Capacity & Load Center
Know the Hazards
Center of evenly
distributed load
WHAT IS YOUR TRUCK CAPACITY?
Capacity is the load (including pallet or container) KNOW YOUR LOAD
that can be lifted to a given height at a given load Do not exceed the capacity shown on your truck's
center. See the capacity plate on your truck. Make PLE
SAM
600mm capacity plate. Be careful when handling long, high
(24 in.) Max certain you use the correct units of measure. or wide loads. Do not handle unstable loads.
Load
Center
WHAT IS LOAD CENTER? EXCEEDING TRUCK CAPACITY CAN CAUSE AN ACCIDENT
Load center is the distance from the load backrest Know the capacity of your truck as shown on your
or vertical face of the fork to the center of an evenly capacity plate. Pay attention to:
distributed load. • Weight of load
• Load Center
• Lift height
LOADS MUST BE EVENLY DISTRIBUTED
Your truck could tip over if a load is shifted to the HYDRAULIC OPERATIONS CAN AFFECT STABILITY
front or side of a pallet or container. Make sure Capacities given on your capacity plate are for loads
your load is evenly distributed and centered over that are centered and level. Be extra careful when
the forks. tilting a load. (This also applies to other accessories
or attachments your truck may have, such as
sideshift, carton clamp, etc.)

CENTER THE LOAD

Your truck could tip over, in any direction, if a
load is shifted to the front or side of a pallet or
container. Make certain your load is centered and
evenly distributed.

11 Capacity & Load Center Capacity & Load Center 12

 Capacity Plate
CAPACITY PLATE INFORMATION
The capacity plate is located on the power unit cover.
It contains:
• Serial number
• Capacity information (load, load center and lift height)
• Truck type (a fire safety rating)
• Truck Weight, Less Load, with Max Battery,
and Attachment 5 %
• Attachment information (if any)
READING YOUR CAPACITY PLATE
Capacity may be reduced as lift height C increases.
For example: On the sample plate, 1130kg (2500 lb) can be
SAMPLE CAPACITY
lifted to 3045mm (120 in). But above 3045 (120), to 4140 (163),
capacity is reduced from 1130kg (2500 lb) to 1000 kg (2200 lb).
Know the Hazards
PLATE
The information Capacity is reduced as load center A increases.
shown on this For example: On the sample plate, 1135kg (2500 lb) can be
sample plate does lifted if the load center is 600 mm (24in). But if the load center TRUCK WEIGHT
not apply to your is increased in 685 (27), capacity is reduced from 1135 (2500) to Dockboards, elevators and some floors have limited
truck. capacity. Check your capacity plate for the weight
1000 (2200).
of your truck. Remember to add the weight of the
Caution: You may not increase capacity load you have on the forks. Make certain you use the
if load center is less than shown on your correct units of measure.
capacity plate.
TRUCK TYPE
P LE Some truck types are not permitted in areas where
SAM there are fire hazards. Watch for marked areas. For
example: You must not drive a type E or ES truck into
an area restricted to EE or EX trucks.
Note: ANSI/ITSDF B56. 1 requires that
all data be shown first in Metric units ATTACHMENT DATA
and then USA units.
If an attachment on your truck does not match the
information given on your capacity plate, don't
OTHER LIFT HEIGHTS AND LOAD CENTERS operate your truck. Your capacity plate may be
Contact Crown for capacities at lift heights or load centers not wrong. Report the problem to your supervisor.
given on your capacity plate.

13 Capacity Plate Capacity Plate 14

Power On & Off Brake Zones
BRAKING ZONES
Move the control handle all the way down or all the
KEY SWITCH way up to apply the brake (see Brake Zone Label).
Turn the truck on by placing the control handle vertical
and turning the key to ON (green dot). When you let go of the control handle it will
automatically go to the upper braking zone.
Turn the truck off by turning the key to OFF (red dot).
BRAKE OVERRIDE ZONE
Always turn the key to off when leaving the truck.
If you must move your truck while in a confined area,
Note: You may be required to log on with your personal this feature allows you to override the brake and
PIN number. If your truck has that option, your company drive slowly while the handle is in the Brake Override
will assign you a number and instruct you in its use. portion of the upper Brake On zone.
With the handle in the Brake Override zone, put the
POWER DISCONNECT forward/reverse rocker in neutral, and then move it to
Pull up on the battery connector to disconnect the the direction you want to travel.
battery and cut all power.
Watch your feet. Make sure you don't get pinned
Always disconnect the battery any time the truck isn't between the truck and a fixed object. Stay out of the
working right. The key switch does not cut all power to path of travel.
the truck. Report the problem to your supervisor.

Know the Hazards

MAKE SURE YOUR BRAKE WORKS
Test the brake on your truck at the start of each shift.
Know the distance it takes to stop before starting
work.
If at any time the stopping distance is too long for
you to stop safely, don't use the truck. Report any
problem to your supervisor.

BE CAREFUL WHILE USING BRAKE OVERRIDE

Hands or feet caught between the truck and a fixed
object will be crushed or even cut off. Stay out of the
path of travel.

15 Power On & Off Brake Zones 16

Display

BATTERY CHARGE DISPLAY

The green bars show battery charge status. Have the
battery changed or recharged if the yellow light is
flashing. See the message panel at low battery charge
warning.

MESSAGE PANEL
Displays truck information such as: hours of operation,
event codes along with instructions, battery
charge and other data.

This page
SERVICE & OPTION BUTTONS left blank
See your Service Manual for instructions. intentionally.
EVENT CODE LIGHT (OPERATOR CORRECTABLE)
The display shows the code for a detected event
which the operator can correct. See the display for
instructions.

EVENT CODE LIGHT (SERVICE REQUIRED)

The display shows the code for a detected event
which requires service. Contact your supervisor or
service department.

17 Display 18
Right Header
Raising/Lowering, & Tilt Left Header

TO RAISE
Push the Raise Button and release when the forks are
at the desired height

TO LOWER
Push the lower button all the way for fast lowering.
Push the button part way for a slower lowering speed.
This page
left blank
Release the button when the forks are at the desired
height.

intentionally
TO TILT
Push the top of the Tilt switch to tilt the tip of the
forks up.
Push the bottom of the Tilt switch to tilt the tip of the
forks down.

19 Raising/Lowering, & Tilt 20

Steering and Travel

STEERING
You control steering by moving the control handle from
side to side.
For example: This picture shows the directions the
truck can turn when the control handle is moved to the
approximate position shown.

Know the Hazards

POWER UNIT SWING
Be careful turning while traveling forks first. The power
unit will swing wide in the opposite direction. Make
sure you have clearance, and watch out for people in
the area.

SLOW DOWN FOR SPILLS OR WET FLOORS

Powder or liquid spills can cause slippery floors.
Slow down or you could lose control of steering
and braking. Be careful and allow for a longer
stopping distance.
Don't run over objects on the floor.

21 Steering and Travel Steering and Travel 22

Traveling & Plugging

TRAVEL HORN
Move either Forward/Reverse Rocker in the direction Push the switch on the underside of either grip to
you want to travel. sound the horn. Use it to warn pedestrians and other
drivers.
The farther you move the rocker from the neutral
position, the faster the truck will move. Use your horn when you come to an intersection or a
crosswalk.

HIGH TRAVEL SPEED

For high travel speed, turn the travel speed switch
to the high speed position ( ), and move either
Forward/Reverse Rocker to the maximum travel speed Know the Hazards
position.
LOOK WHERE YOU'RE GOING
Always be alert around you and watch where you
are walking. You could be pinned or crushed if
you are caught between the truck and walls, racks
PLUGGING or other fixed objects.
Plugging is another way to slow down or stop your
truck. While the truck is moving, in either direction, Driver distractions can cause accidents resulting in
move either Forward/Reverse rocker through neutral injury or even death.
to the opposite direction of travel. • Don’t use cell phones or similar devices while
operating the truck.
Plugging will not hurt your truck.
• Travel in the direction where you have the
best visibility.
REVERSING BUTTON
If you accidentally hit the reversing button while WATCH YOUR FEET AND HANDS
working in close quarters, the truck will move in the A foot or hand caught between the truck and a
direction of the forks until the button is released. wall, post or any fixed object will be crushed or
even cut off.
Be careful. The reversing button cannot prevent all
injuries. Keep your feet clear of the wheels.

23 Traveling & Plugging Traveling & Plugging 24

Daily Safety Check

CHECK YOUR TRUCK BEFORE STARTING WORK 2. Test drive your truck in an uncongested area.
You must make sure your truck is safe to use. • Test the hydraulic functions.
• Check that steering is smooth and easy.
1. Walk around your truck and check it over
• Operate the truck slowly in both directions.
• Check to make sure the battery is charged, water
level is OK and vent caps are in place, unless a • Operate through the full speed range in both forward
sealed, maintenance-free battery has been selected. and reverse.
Don't use an open flame to check the battery.
• Check braking distance in forward and reverse at
• See that all wheels are in good condition. a slow speed. Load size and floor conditions can
affect these distances.
• Check that both forks are secure and not bent,
cracked or badly worn. • Know the distance it takes to stop before you start
working. If the braking distance is too long to stop
• Inspect lift chains for damage.
safely, don't drive the truck.
• See that the load backrest is in place and secure, if
your truck has that option. If anything doesn't look, work or feel right, don't use the truck. Report
the problem to your supervisor.
• Look under the truck for signs of hydraulic leaks.
• Test the horn. You can get checklist forms from your Crown dealer (part no. OF-3772).
Used properly, this checklist can alert service people to needed repairs.
• Make sure the power disconnect works.
• Check that all controls work smoothly.

25 Daily Safety Check Daily Safety Check 26

Be a Safe Operator
USE CAUTION, BE ALERT
• Watch where you're walking. Don't let any part of
The most MAKE SURE YOU ARE READY
• Do not use this truck unless you are trained
your body get pinned or crushed between the truck
and a fixed object.
and certified.
important • Be certain you understand how your truck works and
• Stay to the side of the truck when traveling power
unit first. Make sure the truck won't hit your leg or
the hazards that go with it. Don't drive the truck if run over your foot.
you have any doubts.
component • Know the capacity of your truck. Make certain you
• When traveling forks first, keep both hands on the
control. Be careful when changing direction. Keep
use the correct units of measure. your feet clear of the truck.
is you. • Some trucks are not allowed in areas where there are
fire hazards. Be certain your truck is the correct fire
• Travel in the direction that gives you the best
view. Look where you are going and slow down in
safety type for the area. congested areas.
• Make sure your hands and shoes are clean and dry,
• Slow down for wet or slippery floors. Don't run over

?
and your clothing is proper for the job.
things. Watch out for rough floors.
MAKE SURE YOUR TRUCK IS READY • Travel with the forks close to the ground and tilted
• Inspect your truck before using it (see pages 25 up. Place the load against the load backrest or
and 26). If it's not working right, or something is vertical face of the forks.
broken, report the problem to your supervisor. • Look where you are going before you change
Don't use the truck. direction of travel.
• In an open area, test the braking. Check at a slow • See that you have room to drive and turn. Watch out
travel speed first, then a faster one. Know the for power unit swing when traveling forks first.
distance it takes to stop before you start work.
• Slow down when making turns.
• Avoid sudden movement of controls. Learn to use
them smoothly at a moderate, even rate.
• Check clearances before raising or lowering
the forks.
• Be extra careful if you must use your truck in an area
where there is a risk of falling objects.
• Never ride on your truck.
Continued next page…

27 Be a Safe Operator Be a Safe Operator 28

Be a Safe Operator continued

WATCH OUT FOR OTHER PEOPLE AVOID FALLS

• Slow down. Yield or stop for pedestrians. Use your • Stay away from the edge of docks and ramps.
horn when you come to a crosswalk or intersection.
• Check that bridgeplates and dockboards are secure.
• Be careful that you don't pin or crush someone. Be certain that either the trailer wheels are chocked
For example: Never drive your truck toward anyone or the trailer is locked to the dock. Check capacities.
standing in front of a fixed object. Be sure your truck, with load, isn't too heavy for
• Never allow anyone to ride on your truck. where you are driving.
• Keep others away from your truck while you're • Make sure the load you are moving is stable. Spread
working. Don't ever allow anyone on or under the the forks as far as you can and center the load. Insert
load or forks. the forks as far under the load as you can. Be even
• Don't let anyone use your truck unless they are trained more careful with long, high, or wide loads. They
and certified. can be less stable.
• Watch out for power unit swing when traveling • Use forward tilt only when you have the load over a
forks first. stack or close to the floor. Use minimum fork tilt to
• Never lift anyone with the forks unless they are using pick up or place a load. When lifting or lowering
an approved platform. Even then use extreme caution: outside a rack, keep the load backrest vertical or
• Use a securely attached and approved safety tilted back slightly.
platform.
• Don't take your truck onto an elevator unless you are
• Make certain lifting mechanism is authorized. Check the capacity or load limit and
operating properly. make sure there are no people present. Enter forks
• Make certain truck is in neutral and brake is applied. first and set the brake.
• Lift and lower slowly.
• Watch for overhead obstructions. BE CAREFUL TRAVELING ON RAMPS AND GRADES
• Be sure you can see and hear the person • Stay out of the path of the truck.
being lifted. • With or without a load, drive with the forks pointed
• Never transport anyone on the platform from one downgrade.
location to another.
• If a load requires that you travel with the forks
upgrade, be even more careful. Operate the controls
WHEN LEAVING YOUR TRUCK from the side of the truck.
• Lower the forks to the floor and turn the truck off.
• Avoid parking on inclines. But if you must, block the • Slow down and don't turn on ramps or grades.
wheels of your truck.

29 Be a Safe Operator Be a Safe Operator 30

Battery Maintenance
Know the Hazards
BATTERY Batteries can produce explosive gas. Do not smoke,
use open flame, or create an arc or sparks near this
battery. Ventilate well when in an enclosed area and
TRUCK BATTERIES CAN BE DANGEROUS
when charging.

Your truck has a single industrial battery. This battery contains Sulfuric Acid which causes
severe burns. Do not get in eyes, on skin or clothing. In
case of contact, flush immediately and thoroughly with
Your truck battery produces a gas that can explode.
water. Get medical attention if your eyes are affected.
It also contains acid that could burn or disfigure you.
EXTERNAL CHARGER • Do not try to install, remove, charge or service your
To use an external charger, follow the directions on truck battery unless you are trained and authorized.
the charger provided. • Never smoke or use an open flame around batteries.
• Your company should provide an area where it is
safe to work on batteries. Use that area for all
battery work.
• Use protective equipment such as gloves, eye
shields, aprons etc.

BEFORE CHARGING YOUR TRUCK BATTERY

• See that cells of serviceable batteries are filled
to the proper level. Never use an open flame to
check batteries.
• Make sure the truck key switch is turned OFF and
all controls are in the off or neutral position.
• Read the battery charger instructions.
Be sure the charger is turned OFF before
connecting the battery to the charger. Otherwise
you might create a spark which could cause a
battery to explode.

31 Battery Maintenance Battery Maintenance 32

Battery Maintenance continued Notes
WHEN YOU INSTALL OR CHANGE BATTERIES
• Turn the truck OFF and disconnect the battery.
• Make certain you use the correct size and weight
battery. Never operate a truck that has an
underweight or undersized battery installed.
• Never let anything metal touch the top of the cells.
You could cause sparks or do damage to the battery.
Use an insulator (such as plywood) when necessary.
USING A ROLLER STAND
When using a roller stand to install or remove a battery,
make sure the roller stand is the same height as the
rollers in the truck's battery compartment. Also make
sure the roller stand is at least as long as your battery.

AFTER INSTALLING YOUR BATTERY

• Replace the battery side cover/retainers. Make certain
the side covers on both sides of the truck are in place.
• Connect the battery. Turn the truck ON and check
truck operation.

Know the Hazards

BATTERY SIZE IS IMPORTANT
WARNING Make certain you use the correct size, weight and
Minimum battery size allowed type of battery. Never operate a truck that has an
000 mm (00.00 in.) wide underweight or undersized battery installed.
000 mm (00.00 in.) long
Undersize battery can affect truck
handling and stability. You could have
an accident.
BATTERY COVERS/RETAINERS MUST BE IN PLACE
Use U.L. classified Type EO battery.
The battery could slide out if all side covers are not in
place. Check that both side covers are installed before
operating your truck.

33 Battery Maintenance continued 34

Notes Notes

35 Notes Notes 36
Notes Warning Labels
EACH WARNING LABEL
ON YOU TRUCK IS IMPORTANT
Read and obey all of them to
protect yourself and others.

WA R N I N G
Stay clear of all
moving parts.
Moving parts can
cut or crush hands,
WARNING feet, arms or legs.
07

WARNING
CAUTION
Connect charger
properly or truck
can be damaged.
It's the law, you
Make certain must be trained and
charger is plugged
Falling objects or lowering forks can certified to operate
into the battery
connector, not the
cause injury or death. this truck.
truck connector. Never stand under the forks. (OSHA § 1910.178, Rev. 1999)
47

While servicing, block the forks so You or people around you could
be seriously injured or even
WARNING
they won't fall.

killed if you don’t use this truck

Minimum battery size allowed correctly.
XXX mm (XX.XXin.) wide
XXX mm (XX.XX in.) long
WA R N I N G
Obey all instructions & warnings 04
Undersize battery can affect truck in the operator manual and on
handling and stability. You could have
the truck.
an accident.
Use U.L. classified Type E battery
Inspect your truck before
starting work, make sure it's in
WARNING good working order.
Riding on this
truck could Standing or riding on the forks can * Additional copies of the
cause serious cause a fall. You can be seriously Operators Manual and Truck
injury. injured or killed.
Labels can be obtained from
Never stand or ride on forks Crown Equipment Corporation
No Riding. for any reason. New Bremen, OH 45869 USA
04

Batteries can produce explosive gas. Do not

smoke, use open flame, or create an arc or sparks near
this battery. Ventilate well when in an enclosed area
and when charging.
This battery contains Sulfuric Acid which causes
severe burns. Do not get in eyes, on skin or clothing. In
DANGER case of contact, flush immediately and thoroughly with
water. Get medical attention if your eyes are affected.

All rights reserved under International

and Pan American copyright conventions
Copyright 2007 Crown Equipment Corp.

37 Notes Warning Labels 38

 5500 SERIES

This operator manual

has information for

all models of series

SHC 5500 plus some

options and accessories.

Some of the illustrations

and information may not

apply to your truck.

The most important component is you.

New Bremen, Ohio 45869 USA © 2008 600062-A Printed in U.S.A.