Blue Giant EPT-55 User manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
EPT-55 HAND PALLET TRUCK
ISSUE DATE: JULY 13, 2016 REV.1 (PART # 038-697E)
WARNING
Do not operate or service this product unless you have read and fully
understand the entire contents of this manual. Failure to do so may result in
property damage, bodily injury or death.
ACTUAL PRODUCT MAY NOT APPEAR EXACTLY AS SHOWN

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
DEALER INFORMATION
Name:
Contact:
Telephone:
1.0 SAFETY PROCEDURES 3
2.0 EXCLUSION OF LIABILITY 3
3.0 OWNER’S PURCHASE RECORD 4
4.0 WARRANTY 4
5.0 CHECK SHIPMENT BEFORE ASSEMBLY AND/OR USE 5
5.1 LOADING SPECIFICATION 5
5.2 MAXIMUM INCLINES OR DECLINE GRADES 5
5.3 SAFETY WITH TALL LOADS 5
6.0 EPT-55 HAND PALLET TRUCK SPECIFICATIONS 6
7.0 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 7
7.1 BEFORE USE 7
8.0 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 8
9.0 SERVICE CHECKLIST 9
10.0 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 10
11.0 HANDLE AND PUMP ASSEMBLY DRAWING 11
11.1 HANDLE AND PUMP ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST 12
11.2 FRAME ASSEMBLY DRAWING 14
11.3 FRAME ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST 15

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1.0 SAFETY PROCEDURES
1. Do not operate this truck unless you have been trained and authorized to do so.
2. Do not operate this truck until you have read and understood all of the safety information
and instructions contained herein and on the truck.
3. Do not operate this truck until you have checked its condition. Give special attention to
wheels, controls and lifting systems, including steering mechanism, guards and safety
devices.
4. Report the need for truck repairs to your supervisor immediately and do not operate truck
until repairs are made. Neglect may cause a minor repair to become a major service
problem and cause the truck to become unsafe.
5. Do not load truck beyond capacity shown on serial name plate on truck.
6. Do not lift with the fork tips or one fork only.
7. This equipment is designed for evenly centered loads with forks completely supporting the
load. Off-centering of loads can result in a dangerous operating condition and may cause
damage or injury.
8. Always look in direction of travel. Use caution when visibility is obstructed by load.
9. Extreme caution must be used when handling loosely stacked/packaged loads.
10. Watch swing clearance when turning near walls, racks. pillars or other obstacles.
11. Start, stop, change direction and travel smoothly. Slow down for turns and on uneven
or slippery surfaces that cause truck to slide or tip. Be aware that the truck behaves
differently without a load than with a load.
12. Observe applicable traffic regulations. Yield right of way to pedestrians.
13. Do not ride on this equipment.
14. Do not carry passengers or lift personnel.
15. Before you leave the truck, fully lower lifting mechanism.
2.0 EXCLUSION OF LIABILITY
The manufacturer assumes no liability for damage or injury to persons or property which has
occurred as a result of defects or faults in the hand pallet trucks delivered or due to incorrect
use. The manufacturer also assumes no liability for lost profits, operating down times, or
similar indirect losses which the buyer has incurred. Damage to third parties, irrespective of its
nature, is not subject to compensation.
The operating instructions are not subject to notification of amendment. The descriptions and
illustrations included in our operating instructions and replacement parts list are not binding.
In the interests of further development, we reserve the right to make any changes at any time
to the modules, components and accessories which we deem to be expedient, or for technical
reasons, while retaining the essential features of the models described here.

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4.0 WARRANTY
To validate warranty on recently purchased equipment, please complete and
submit your information with our online Warranty Registration at
www.bluegiant.com.
For more information about Blue Giant Warranty Support, please contact your local Blue Giant
Equipment dealer, representative or authorized partner near you. You may also visit
www.bluegiant.com or phone [phone].
* Note that failure to validate warranty at the time of receipt can seriously affect the outcome
of any claim.
3.0 OWNER’S PURCHASE RECORD
OWNER’S PURCHASE RECORD
Please record information for future inquiries and to validate warranty.
Dealer: Date in Service:
Number of Units:
Owner’s Name: Order Number:
Serial Number: Year of Construction:

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5.0 CHECK SHIPMENT BEFORE ASSEMBLY AND/OR USE
The hand pallet truck is to be carefully checked at the manufacturer’s plant before shipment.
In order to ensure that no damage has occurred during transport, the hand pallet truck should
be checked upon receipt for transport damage and to ensure correct operation. Damage due
to transport is to be listed on the signed copy on the freight document. The freight forwarder
must be notified of any damage within 48 hours. Damaged hand pallet trucks must not be
put into use.
5.1 LOADING SPECIFICATION
The hand pallet truck is designed for the horizontal transportation of loads on a level, fixed
base. The load must be evenly distributed on pallets or similar receptacles. The ideal loading
mode is that the gravity center of heavy goods is at the central position of the fork. The
maximum load-carrying capacity is shown on the appropriate designation plate and on the load
sticker on the hand pallet truck. When there exists deflective load, the rated carrying capacity
shall be reduced. If the load on the forks is one sided, there is a risk of the forks bending or the
load slipping off. Supporting or shifting the load with the fork tips is to be avoided in all
cases as this results in damage to the appliance. In order to preserve the wheels and chassis
the hand pallet truck must not be driven over very uneven ground.
5.2 MAXIMUM INCLINES OR DECLINE GRADES
The hand pallet truck is equipped with a permanently set pressure-limiting valve which permits
a maximum load of 5 % of the nominal load. The screw plug on the pressure control valve
is secured so as to avoid inappropriate manipulation from the operating personnel. In order
to avoid damage to the goods being transported and the means of transport, the load must
be supported evenly. If the load is unevenly distributed the pressure limiting valve will not
function. When driving on down-grades the load is to be secured to prevent it from slipping
or sliding off the hand pallet truck, (e.g. additional operating personnel). In addition to this,
only hand pallet trucks with a service and parking brake are to be used on down-grades up to
approx 6 %. Journeys on inclines or down-grades of more than 6 % are always to be avoided.
Safe transport cannot be guaranteed when the center of gravity of the load has altered.
5.3 SAFETY WITH TALL LOADS
Transporting with tall loads, (e.g. machines) changes the center of gravity of the load so
unfavorably that the complete hand pallet truck including the load, goes out of control and may
overturn on a curve. Loading, (e.g. onto a truck or mobile loading ramps) should be regarded
in particular as likely occasions for accidents. During such activities the hand pallet truck is
to be secured with particular care. Conveying persons or using the hand pallet truck as a form
of roller skate is not permissible. Foodstuffs are only to be transported in packed form. Direct
contact with the hand pallet truck is to be avoided. The accident prevention regulations for
industrial trucks and the safety regulations and accident prevention regulations applicable to
the user are also to be complied with.

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6.0 EPT-55 HAND PALLET TRUCK SPECIFICATIONS
The following data must always be specified to ensure correct processing of your spare parts
order:
A) Truck type (capacity)
B) Serial number of the truck
C) Complete Part Number
ASSEMBLY DRAWINGS:
Handle and Pump Assembly
Frame Assembly
WEIGHT:
160 lbs (72.575 kg)
CAPACITY:
5,500 lbs (2,300 kg)
FORK LENGTH:
48" (1,220 mm)
Please fill in Owner’s Purchase Record (Section 3.0) with the following details:
- Serial Number(s)
- Dealer Name
- Date in-Service
- Owner’s Name
- Order Number
- Year of Construction

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7.0 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Individual trucks are assembled and ready to use. Pallet trucks purchased in crate quantities (6
units to a crate) require some assembly. Tools Needed for Assembly: 5 mm / 8 mm Allen Key
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7.1 BEFORE USE
1. After finishing the assembly of the pallet truck, try to shake it and operate the unit in
different positions using the hand lever, to see whether the lifting, neutral position and
lowering the pallet truck operates properly.
2. The outer hexagonal nut (No. 10) at bolt location (No. 9) is used for locking, and must
be loosened before any adjustment and must be tightened after adjustment. If the pallet
truck is raised and the pallet truck immediately descends, turn screw bolt (No. 9) anti-
clockwise a little at a time and test the pallet truck until normal lifting has occurred. If the
pallet truck cannot be lowered after lifting, turn screw bolt (No. 9) clockwise a little at a
time and test the pallet truck until normal lowering has occurred. After adjustments lock
outer hexagonal nut (No. 10) at bolt location (No. 9) back into place.
1. Remove screw (No. 1), before pulling
axle pin (No. 2)
2. Insert handle (No. 3) at position (No.
A) and connect handle (No. 3) to
pump body
(No. 4) insert axle pin (No. 2) then use
Allen Key to fasten screw (No. 1) to
attach axle pin (No. 2)
3. Put screw and nut at the end of roller
chain (No. 5) into the slot of lever pad
(No. 6)
4. Pull the handle to horizontal position,
pull out pin (No. 7) and keep it stored for
future handle replacement
5. The assembly is complete

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8.0 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
NOTES ON USE
There is a hand lever on the drawbar for raising and lowering the hand pallet truck. This can be
moved into three positions:
To pull the hand pallet truck, always move the hand lever into the drive position. This makes
the drawbar easier to move and depressurizes the pump section of the hydraulics. This
preserves the hydraulic seals and the valve components. A longer service life can be expected.
The hand pallet truck is largely maintenance-free. Only the oil level has to be checked and
topped up if necessary. All bearings and shafts are provided with long-life grease at the
factory.
All lubrication points marked ( ) in the “chassis” replacement parts list are to be provided
with long-life grease at monthly intervals or after each time the truck is cleaned thoroughly.
NOTE: When the hand pallet truck is used under extreme conditions (e.g. extreme heat or cold,
very dusty conditions etc.), the stipulated intervals are to be appropriately reduced.
LIFT
Lever down
NEUTRAL
DRIVE POSITION
Lever in neutral position
when moving load
(center position)
LOWER
Lever up, truck will lower at
selected rate of speed

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9.0 SERVICE CHECKLIST
OPERATION
• With control lever in lift position, pump the handle a few
strokes to lift load
• Move control lever to neutral position to free handle of all
pumping force
• To lower load, pull the lever until the load starts lowering or the
selected lowering speed has been reached
CHECKING OIL
LEVEL
• With the truck in the lowered position on a level surface,
remove filter screw, oil should be level with filler screw hole, if
not add the proper oil. Check filler screw seal before replacing
RECOMMENDED
HYDRAULIC OIL
• The hydraulic oil required for the hydraulic pump is roughly
0.5 pints (250 ml). The ISO oil quality standard is used.
When the ambient temperature is -5˚ to 40˚C, #32 oil is
used; and when the ambient temperature is -35˚ to -5˚C,
the low temperature hydraulic oil is to be used
MAINTENANCE
• Conduct routine inspection everyday to eliminate future
problems from occurring
• Do not use pallet trucks that are not working properly
• Add motor oil to each rotating joint once every three months

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10.0 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
CONDITION CAUSE ACTION
Insufficient lifting
AShortage of oil AAdd appropriate filtered working oil
BAir in pump BSet operation lever to lowering
position and pump handle repeatedly
Pallet truck does not
completely lower
AToo much hydraulic
oil has been added APump off appropriate amount of hydraulic oil
B
Rotating part is
distorted and gets
stuck
BReplace parts
Pallet truck does not lower
after lifting
AThe lowering device
is abnormal ARe-adjust the lowering device See Before Use (Section 7.1)
B
Components are
distorted and
damaged
BReplace required parts
Hydraulic oil leaks
AThe seal is
damaged AReplace the seal
B
There is a slight
breakage or
abrasion on the
surface of the
individual parts
BReplace the damaged parts
CLoose joint CTighten the loose joint
Pallet truck does not lift
A
Viscosity of
hydraulic oil is too
high or hydraulic oil
level is too low
AReplace the hydraulic oil
BHydraulic oil is dirty BReplace the hydraulic oil
CThe lowering device
is abnormal CRe-adjust the lowering device. See Before Use (Section 7.1)
Pallet truck lifts then
immediately descends
when handle is pumped
The handle has large
resistance or the pallet
truck automatically
descends after lifting
AThe valve is stuck A
Open the valve, take it out and clean
the valve and parts
Re-install the valve and parts to their
original position

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11.0 HANDLE AND PUMP ASSEMBLY DRAWING
Enlarged for clarity.

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11.1 HANDLE AND PUMP ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST
DRAWING REF NO. PART NO. QTY DESCRIPTION
B101 080-7E101 1 Blade Spring
B102 080-7E102 2 Spring Pin
B103 080-7E103 1 Roller
B104 080-7E104 1 Spring Pin
B105 080-7E105 1 Spring Pin
B106 080-7E106 1 Spring Pin
B107 080-7E107 1 Handle
B108 080-7E108 1 Handle Tube
B109 080-7E109 1 Shaft
B110 080-7E110 1 Spring Pin
B111 080-7E111 1 Pressure Roller
B112 080-7E112 2 Bush
B113 080-7E113 1 Pull Pole
B114 080-7E114 2 Bush
B115 080-7E115 1 Chain
B116 080-7E116 1 Nut
B117 080-7E117 2 Bolt
B118 080-7E118 2 Screw Plug
B119 080-7E119 1 Plug
B120 080-7E120 2 Copper Washer
B121 080-7E121 1 Spring
B122 080-7E122 1 Spindle of Damping Valve
B123 080-7E123 1 Seat of Damping Valve
B124 080-7E124 1 Steel Ball
B125 080-7E125 2 Base
B126 080-7E126 2 Copper Washer
B127 080-7E127 2 Bolt

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11.1 HANDLE AND PUMP ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST CON’T.
DRAWING REF NO. PART NO. QTY DESCRIPTION
B128 080-7E128 1 Spring
B129 080-7E129 1 Strike Pin
B130 080-7E130 1 O-Ring
B131 080-7E131 1 Axle Sleeve
B132 080-7E132 1 O-Ring
B133 080-7E133 1 Bolt
B134 080-7E134 1 Nut
B135 080-7E135 1 Lever Plate
B136 080-7E136 1 Bolt
B137 080-7E137 1 Spring
B138 080-7E138 1 Ball Base
B139 080-7E139 1 Steel Ball
B140 080-7E140 1 Pin
B141 080-7E141 1 Y-Ring
B142 080-7E142 1 O-Ring
B143 080-7E143 1 Cylinder Cap
B144 080-7E144 1 O-Ring
B145 080-7E145 1 Dust Ring
B146 080-7E146 1 Steel Ball
B147 080-7E147 1 Pump Plunger
B148 080-7E148 1 Washer
B149 080-7E149 1 Spring
B150 080-7E150 1 Dust Ring
B151 080-7E151 1 Y-Ring
B152 080-7E152 1 Piston Rod
B153 080-7E153 1 Retaining Ring for Axle
B154 080-7E154 1 Washer

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11.2 FRAME ASSEMBLY DRAWING

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11.3 FRAME ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST
DRAWING REF NO. PART NO. QTY DESCRIPTION
– 080-7E0 1 Complete Pump Assembly
B1 080-7E1 1 Handle and Pump Complete
B2 080-7E2 1 Steer Wheel Shaft
B3 080-7E3 1 Steer Axle Bolt
B4 080-7E4 1 Thrust Bearing
B5 080-7E5 1 Supporting Base
B6 080-7E6 2 Spring Pin
B7 080-7E7 1 Retaining Ring for Axle
B8 080-7E8 2 Steer Wheel Polyurethane
– 080-7E8N 2 Steer Wheel - Nylon
– 080-7E8NW 2 Steer Wheel - Nylon (white)
– 080-7E8S 2 Steer Wheel - Steel
B9 080-7E9 8 Bearing
B10 080-7E10 4 Half Round Locking Ring
B11 080-7E11 2 Bowl Washer
B12 080-7E12 2 Retaining Ring for Axle
B13 080-7E13 2 Dust Cover
B14 080-7E14 2 Bell Crank Pin
B15 080-7E15 8 Oiler
B16 080-7E16 2 Spring Pin
B17 080-7E17 2 Joint
B18 080-7E18 2 Pin
B19 080-7E19 2 Straight Tappet
B20 080-7E20 1 Long Shaft
B21 080-7E21 2 Retaining Ring for Hole
B22 080-7E22 4 Oiler
B23 080-7E23 2 Roll Sheath

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DRAWING REF NO. PART NO. QTY DESCRIPTION
B24 080-7E24 2 Spring Pin
B25 080-7E25 2 Shaft
B26 080-7E26 2 Shaft
B27 080-7E27 2 Spring Pin
B28 080-7E28 4 Roll Ring
B29 080-7E29 2 Shaft
B30 080-7E30 2 Spring Pin
B31 080-7E31 2 Frame or Fork Wheel
B32 080-7E32 8 Spring Pin
B33 080-7E33 4 Shaft
B34 080-7E34 4 NOG of Fork Wheel
B35 080-7E35 2 Load Roller - Polyurethane
– 080-7E35N 2 Load Roller - Nylon
– 080-7E35S 2 Load Roller - Steel
B36 080-7E36 2 Bolt
B37 080-7E37 2 Sheath
B38 080-7E38 2 Front Guide Roller
B39 080-7E39 2 Nut
B40 080-7E40 1 Fork Frame
B41 080-7E41
B42 080-7E42 1 Bolt
B43 080-7E43 1 Rocker Arm
B44 080-7E44 1 Nut
B45 080-7E45 4 Tandem Load Roller - Polyurethane
– 080-7E45S 4 Tandem Load Roller - Steel
– 080-7E46Y 1 Touch-Up Paint Can - Yellow
– 080-7E101 4 Control Handle Spring
11.3 FRAME ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST CON’T.

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