Pedestrian Tugger Operation Maintenance Repair Parts List: Big Lift LLC MANUAL NO. T15-0416 - 08-09-2018
Pedestrian Tugger Operation Maintenance Repair Parts List: Big Lift LLC MANUAL NO. T15-0416 - 08-09-2018
PEDESTRIAN TUGGER
Operation
Maintenance
Repair Parts List
T15-0416 - 08-09-2018 1
1-2 PDM0495
SECTION 1
DESCRIPTION
1-1. INTRODUCTION
This publication describes the 24 volt tow truck
distributed by Big Lift LLC. Included are operating
instructions,planned maintenance instructions,
lubrication procedures, corrective maintenance
procedures and a complete parts list with part
location illustrations.
Users shall comply with all requirements indicated in
applicable OSHA standards and current edition of
A.N.S.I. B56.1 Part II.By following these requirements
and the recommendations contained in this manual,
you will receive many years of dependable service
from your T-15 tow truck.
4 Cover 11 Plug
7 LED light
This section gives detailed operating instructions for • truck and trailer must be on level ground.All con-
the tow truck. The instructions are divided into the trols must be set to neutral.
various phases of operations, such as operating, • The tow truck and trailer must be secured to prevent
driving and stopping. Routine precautions are any accidental movement.
included for safe operation. • Trailer trains are difficult to shunt. For this reason
make sure the angle is correct when cornerning.
2-2. OPERATING PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Improper operation of the tow truck may 2-3. BEFORE OPERATION
result in operator injury, or load and/or Table 2-1 covers important inspection points on the
tow truck damage. Observe the fol- T-15 tow truck which should be checked prior to
lowing precautions when operating the operation.Depending on use, some trucks may
tow truck. require additional checks.
• The following safety precautions must be adhered to Figure 2-1 shows a sample format for an Operator
at all times. Checklist, which can be modified as necessary to fit
your operation.
• Do not operate this truck unless you have been
trained and authorized to do so. WARNING: Periodic maintenance of this truck by a
• All warnings and instructions must be read and QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN is required.
understood before using the equipment.
• Equipment must not be altered in any way.
CAUTION: A QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN
• Equipment must be inspected by a qualified person should check the truck monthly for
on a regular basis. proper lubrication, proper fluid levels,
• Do not exceed the rated capacity. Overloading may brake maintenance, motor maintenance
result in damage to the driving system and struct- and other areas specified in the SEC-
ural components. TION 3.
• Always pull, never push a trailer. WARNING: If the truck is found to be unsafe and in
need of repair, or contributes to an
• Be sure the truck has a firm and level footing.
unsafe condition, report it immediately to
• Avoid overhead wires and obstructions. the designated authority. Do not operate
• Check for obstructions when traveling with trailers. it until it has been restored to a safe
operating condition. Do not make any
• Do not handle unstable or loosely stacked loads. unauthorized repairs or adjustments. All
Use special care when handling long, high, or wide service must be performed by a qualified
loads to avoid tipping, loss of load, or striking bysta- maintenance technician.
nders.
Safety Check that warning labels, nameplate, etc., Wheels Check drive wheel for cracks or dam-
signs are in good condition and legible. age. Move truck to check load for free-
dom of rotation.
Horn Check that horn sounds when operated. Emer- Check that emergency stop switch can
gency be disengaged and reengaged.
Stop
Switch
Travel Check that speed controls on control head Battery Check the battery indicator.
controls operate in all speed ranges in forward and charge
reverse and that belly button switch func-
tions.
2-5.1. STOPPING
The stopping distance of the truck depends on the
ground conditions. The driver must take this into
account when operating the truck.
The driver must be looking ahead when traveling. If
Figure 2-2 Forward/Reverse Control there is no hazard, brake moderately to avoid moving
the load.
The pushbutton switches (See Figure 2-3), located on
the front of the control head activate the lift-lower con- There are three different ways to stop the truck:
trols and the horn. 1. Plugging: This electrical braking function con-
sists of rotating the speed control lever in the
opposite direction of travel and then releasing it
when the truck stops. Plugging is a convenient
way to slow down the truck during normal opera-
tion. If the control is not released, the truck will
accelerate in the opposite direction.
2. Emergency braking: Press the emergency brake
switch, all electrical functions are cut out and the
truck automatically brakes.
3. Regenerative braking: If the speed control lever
is released, the truck automatically brakes regen-
eratively.When the speed is below.5 MPH, the
brake applies.
2-8. PARKING
When finished with moving trailers, return the truck
to its maintenance or storage area. Turn off the key
switch and disconnect the battery. Charge battery
as necessary. Refer to battery care instructions,
SECTION 3.
The T-15 may be equipped with maintenance free or A voltage check from battery connector terminal
industrial wet cell batteries. to battery case should indicate near zero volts.
The care and maintenance of the battery is very Typically, however, the sum of the voltages at both
important to obtain efficient truck operation and terminals will equal battery volts. This leakage
maximum battery life. voltage will discharge the battery. As battery
cleanliness deteriorates, the usable charge of the
battery decreases due to this self discharge.
Although a leakage voltage reading of zero volts
may not be possible, a cleaner battery will have
more usable charge for truck operation and not affect
operation of electronic devices on the unit.
Proceed as follows:
Truck does not travel forward or a.Check all wiring. A loose connec- Tighten all loose connections before
reverse. All other functions operate tion may be the cause of malfunction. further troubleshooting.
normally.
b.Defective main controller (20, Fig- Check for proper operation and
ure 7-1). replace if necessary.
c.Defective potentiometer (21, Figure Check and replace potentiometer if
5-1). defective.
To clear the diagnostic history file, select: Faults- For suggestions about possible causes of the various
>Clear Fault History. faults, refer to Table 4-3 Troubleshooting Chart.
You will be asked to confirm your actions. Use the 4-2.8 PROGRAMMER DIAGNOSTICS
"plus" arrow (+) for yes to clear the menu and the
With a programmer, diagnostics and troubleshooting
"minus" arrow (-) to cancel your selection and not
is more direct than with the LED alone. The program-
clear the Fault History.
mer presents complete diagnostic information in
4-2.6 TEST THE FAULT DETECTION CIRCUITRY plain language - no code to decipher. Faults are
displayed in the Diagnostic Menu, and the status of
1. Put the vehicle up on blocks to get the drive wheel the controller inputs/outputs is displayed in the Test
off the ground. Menu.
2. Engage the emergency brake switch (1, Figure The following 4-step process is generally used for
10-1) and turn off key switch (5). diagnosing and troubleshooting an inoperative
3. Using an inline fuse holder fitted with a 10 amp vehicle using the programmer:
fuse and alligator clips, connect the controller's M
1. Visually inspect the vehicle for obvious problems:
and B- terminals.
2. Diagnose the problem:
4. Disengage the emergency brake switch (1, Figure
10-1) and turn on key switch(5). 3. Test the circuitry with the programmer:
5. Leave the key switch on and remove the in-line 4. Correct the problem.
fuse wire. The vehicle status should continue to Repeat the last three steps as necessary until the
remain off. vehicle is operational.
Refer to the Table 4-3 for suggestions covering a
wide range of possible faults.
9 Hardware Failsafe Motor voltage out of range 2. Short in motor or in motor wiring.
3. Controller failure.*
1. Improper sequence of throttle and
KSI, push or inhibit pot.
6 HPD Fault HPD (High Pedal Disable)
2. Misadjusted throttle pot.
1. Main contractor welded or stuck open.
9 Main Fault Main contactor fault
2. Main contactor driver fault.
9 Main OFF Fault Main contactor driver Off fault Main contactor driver failed open.
9 Main ON Fault Main contactor driver On fault Main contactor driver failed closed.
3. MOSFET failure.
1. Speed limit pot wire(s) broken or
Speed limit pot wiper out of shoted.
7 Speed POT Fault range
2. Broken speed limit pot.
1. Throttle input wire open or shorted.
PotLow and /or PotWiper out of 2. Throttle pot defective.
7 Throttle Fault range
3. Wrong throttle type selected.
1. Battery voltage <17 volts.
2 Undervoltage Fault Battery voltage too low 2. Bad connection at battery or controller.
1. Misadjusted throttle.
6 Wiring Fault HPD fault present >10 sec. 2. Broken throttle pot or throttle
mechanism.
5-1. CONTROL HEAD 1. Engage the emergency break switch and turn off
key switch.
5-1.1 CAP ASSEMBLY REMOVAL
2. Remove four screws, lift up cap assembly and
disconnect harness from harness.
5-1.7 HORN SWITCH REPLACEMENT 4. Position the new switch in bracket and
secure with two pins.
1. Remove the cap assembly as described in para-
graph 5-1.1. 5. Position horn switch assembly in cover and
secure with three screws.
2. Remove three screws, bracket and springs.
6. Install the cap assembly as described in para-
3. Remove two pins and defective switch from
graph 5-1.2.
bracket.
5-2.1 REMOVAL
1. Engage the emergency break switch and turn off
key switch.
2. Pull up the charger cable and remove cap from the
cable. Let cable back down into back cover.
3. Remove four screws.
4. Remove front cover and back cover.
5-2.2 INSTALLATION
1. Pull up the charger cable through the back cover
Install the cap.
2. Install front cover and back cover with four
screws.
3. Disengage the emergency break switch and
turn on key switch.
6-1. DRIVE WHEEL 4. Remove the screw, nut, Axle, inner hub and outer
hub. Remove the inner tire from the outer tire.
1. Engage the emergency stop switch and turn off
key switch. 5. Inspect inner tire and replace if necessary.
2. Jack up the truck so the drive wheel is off the 6. Install new drive wheel in reverse order of
ground; then securely block the truck to prevent removal.
movement. 7. Disengage the emergency stop switch and turn
3. Remove the nut, and drive wheel assembly from on key switch.
transmission.
7-1. ELECTRICAL CONTROL PANEL 3. Tag and disconnect main harness from controller.
4. Remove two screws,t wo lock washers and
7-1.1. MAINTENANCE
remove controller from bracket.
NOTE: Erratic operation of the truck may be caused
by defective controller components. Before 7-1.4. CONTROLLER INSTALLATION
removing the electrical panel, perform trou- 1. Position controller on bracket and secure with two
bleshooting procedures per SECTION 4, to screws and two lock washers.
determine corrective action to be taken.
2. Reconnect main harness to controller.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside the con- 3. Install the compartment covers as described in
troller. No attempt should be made to open the paragraph 5-2.
controller. Opening the controller may damage it and
4. Disengage the emergency brake switch and turn
will void the warranty.
on key switch.
The controller is programmed at the factory specifi-
cally for the truck model on which it is equipped. It is 7-1.5. CHARGER REMOVAL
important to replace the controller with the correct 1. Engage the emergency brake switch and turn off
preprogrammed unit to assure proper performance key switch.
settings intended for that particular truck. See Figure
2. Remove the compartment covers as described
7-1 for the preprogrammed controller number.
in paragraph 5-2.
It is recommended that the controller exterior be 3. Tag and disconnect main harness from charger.
cleaned periodically, and if a hand held programmer is
available, this periodic cleaning provides a good 4. Tag and disconnect remaining two charger leads
opportunity to check the controller’s diagnostic from the batteries.
history file. It is also recommended that the 5. Disconnect remaining three charger leads from
controller’s fault detection circuitry be checked the winding roll.
whenever the vehicle is serviced. 6. Remove four screws, four lock washers, four
7-1.2. CLEANING flat washers and two hoops. Remove charger
from bracket.
1. Engage the emergency brake switch and turn off
key switch.
2. Remove the covers as described in paragraph 5-2. 7-1.6. CHARGER INSTALLATION
3. Remove any dirt or corrosion from the bus bar 1. Position charger on bracket and secure with
area. The controller should be wiped clean with a four screws and four lock washers, four flat
moist rag. Allow it to dry before reconnecting the washers and two hoops.
battery.
2. Reconnect the two charger leads to the batteries.
4. Make sure the connections to the buss bars are
tight.Use two well insulated wrenches for this task 3. Reconnect the three charger leads to the winding
in order to avoid steering the buss bars. roll.
1. Engage the emergency brake switch and turn off 5. Install the compartment covers as described in
key switch. paragraph 5-2.
2. Remove the covers as described in paragraph 5-2. 6. Disengage the emergency brake switch and turn
on key switch.
7-1.9. KEY SWITCH REMOVAL 3. Tag and disconnect main harness from LED indica-
tor.
1. Engage the emergency brake switch and turn off
4. Cut the glue holding the LED indicator in place
key switch.
and remove the indicator.
2. Remove the compartment covers as described in
paragraph 5-2.
3. Tag and disconnect main harness from key switch. 7-1.14. LED INDICATOR INSTALLATION
4. Remove mounting nut and key switch from the 1. Position LED indicator on the bracket and glue
bracket. it in place.
7-1.10. KEY SWITCH INSTALLATION 2. Reconnect main harness to LED indicator.
1. Position key switch on the bracket and 3. Install the compartment covers as described in
secure with its mounting nut. paragraph 5-2.
2. Reconnect main harness to key switch. 4. Disengage the emergency brake switch and turn
on key switch.
3. Install the compartment covers as described in
paragraph 5-2. 7-1.15. EMERGENCY DISCONNECT REMOVAL
4. Disengage the emergency brake switch and turn 1. Engage the emergency brake switch and turn off
on key switch. key switch.
7-1.11. BATTERY INDICATOR REMOVAL 2. Remove the compartment covers as described in
paragraph 5-2.
1. Engage the emergency brake switch and turn off
key switch. 3. Tag and disconnect cables from emergency brake
switch.
2. Remove the compartment covers as described in
paragraph 5-2. 4. Insert a tool through the shaft of emergency brake
switch and then unscrew the knob from the shaft.
3. Tag and disconnect main harness from battery
indicator. 5. Remove the two screws and remove the
emergency brake switch from the bracket.
7-1.16.
8-1. HOOK
Two hooks are available for option to the tow truck.
Following is an illustrated parts breakdown of assemblies and parts associated with the PDR Lift Truck.
Figure 9-6 Control Head Assembly - Used from serial number 427102395
Figure 9-8 Control Head Covers - Used from Serial Numbers 425131535
Figure 9-9 Emergency Reverse Switch Assembly - Used up to serial number 427102394