5.6
Controlling Speed
To move the truck either forward or reverse, move the multi-function
handle in the direction that you want the truck to move. Move the handle
toward the front of the truck to go forward or toward the rear of the
truck to move the truck in reverse. The further you move the handle
right or left the faster your truck will move.
CAUTION
Stop a lift truck as gradually as practical. Hard braking and
wheel sliding are dangerous and can increase wear and
can be harmful to the lift truck. This pedal is not intended
for normal braking use during operating the truck. It can
be used for emergency stopping of the truck.
Plugging / Auto Plugging (Electric Braking)
Plugging is the preferred method of stopping the ESX trucks. Plugging
allows you to change direction or stop without braking, by using the
reverse torque of the drive motor to slow the truck to a stop. As you
are traveling, move the multi function control handle towards neutral
or into the opposite direction. The amount of movement of the handle
in the opposite direction controls the distance required for the truck to
slow to a smooth, controlled stop. The maximum handle movement
will result in the shortest stopping distance.
CAUTION
Be careful when plugging. Any sudden change in direction
can cause the load to move or fall off the forks.
Controlling Speed • Braking • Plugging
Parking Brake (Emergency Brake)
The parking brakes are activated by allowing the
brake pedal to rise. This brake should never be
used as the normal stopping device for the truck.
The parking brake will automatically be applied
after the truck has come to a complete stop and
will not release until the multi function control lever
is moved into the forward or reverse direction.
The parking brake pedal must be depressed to
allow the truck to move forward or reverse or to
operate the hydraulic functions.
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