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Crown PC 4500 Series User Manual

Crown PC 4500 Series
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Crown PC 4500 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCrown
ModelPC 4500 Series
CategoryForklifts
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Essentials

Operator Training and Certification

Legal requirement for trained and certified operators to prevent injury or death.

Protect Yourself From Hazards

Understanding Truck Hazards

Information on driving hazards, avoiding falls, and safe truck operation.

Manual Navigation and Safety Highlights

Quick Locators and How-to-Drawings

Using page headings, pictures, and drawings for guidance.

Know the Hazards Sections

Special blocks highlighting potential safety hazards and avoidance.

Understanding Your Rider Pallet Truck

Truck Operation Modes

How to drive with power unit first or forks first, and while walking.

Safe Driving Practices

Advice on posture, awareness, and giving your body breaks.

Pallet Truck Components

Key Controls and Features

Identification and function of key switch, handle, power disconnect, etc.

Truck Capacity and Load Safety

Capacity Plate Information

Details found on the capacity plate: capacity, truck type, weight, etc.

Know Your Load and Truck Type

Importance of not exceeding capacity and understanding truck fire safety ratings.

Truck Display and Power Operations

Understanding the Display Panel

Battery display, message panel, event codes, and navigation buttons.

Powering the Truck On and Off

Procedures for using the key switch and power disconnect.

Steering and Travel Control

Steering Mechanics and Speeds

Steering angles for different travel speeds and modes.

Travel Safety Precautions

Warnings about power unit swing and slippery floors.

Coasting Operation and Safety

Coasting Procedure

How coasting works and its adjustment by service personnel.

Coasting Safety Guidelines

Specific precautions and hazards when coasting.

Braking System and Checks

Applying Brakes and Parking Brake

How to apply service and parking brakes.

Essential Brake System Check

Test brakes at shift start, know stopping distance, report issues.

Lifting and Lowering Loads

Raise and Lower Functions

Using RAISE and LOWER buttons and preset lift height.

Hand and Arm Safety During Lifting

Warning about keeping hands and arms away from backrest to avoid crushing.

Traveling and Speed Control

Travel Speed Settings

High travel speed and maneuvering speed settings.

Plugging for Deceleration

Method to slow down by reversing rocker through neutral.

Critical Travel Safety

Keep feet/hands in operator area, look where driving, avoid crushing.

Optional Remote Control Operation

Remote Control Features

Go Button, horn, brake buttons, and status light functionality.

Remote Control Safety Precautions

Emphasizes staying alert, avoiding hazards, and operator caution.

Remote Control Safety and Checks

Laser Sensor Safety

Warning about laser sensors and avoiding direct eye exposure.

Daily Safety Check for Remote

Checking safety features like strobes, lights, and laser sensors.

Additional Equipment Options

Skid Adaptor and Second Level Step

Usage instructions for optional skid adaptor and second level step.

Daily Safety Inspection Procedure

Pre-Operation Truck Walk-Around

Steps for a thorough walk-around inspection of the truck.

Test Drive and Control Checks

Testing hydraulic functions, steering, and braking in a safe area.

Reporting Issues

Do not drive if issues found; report any problems to supervisor.

Core Driving Safety

Operator Readiness and Truck Inspection

Ensure training, understanding of hazards, and truck readiness.

Driving Awareness and Control

Advice on alertness, speed, smooth control, and avoiding platform hazards.

Advanced Safe Driving and Precautions

Pedestrian and Personnel Safety

Slow down for pedestrians, use horn, avoid crushing.

Leaving the Truck Safely

Lower forks, turn off power, secure the truck before leaving.

Fall Prevention and Grade Travel

Stay away from edges, check security, and tips for ramp/grade operation.

Battery Maintenance and Safety

Battery Installation and Handling

Procedures for safely installing, changing, and using batteries.

Critical Battery Hazards

Warnings about battery hazards (explosive gas, acid) and authorized service.

Battery Retainer Importance

Ensure retainers are installed to prevent battery from sliding out.

Battery Charging and Warning Labels

Safe Battery Charging Practices

Safety precautions before and during battery charging.

Importance of Warning Labels

Reading and obeying all warning labels on the truck for safety.

Correct Battery Size and Type

Using the correct battery size, type, and weight for handling and stability.

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