BrightDrop EP1.2 User manual

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version 2.0
BrightDrop EP1.2
Instruction Manual
To prevent DEATH, SERIOUS INJURY or PROPERTY DAMAGE, you should
read, understand and follow the warningsand instructions in this
Instruction Manual. Keep for future reference.

Table of Contents
Important Safety Information.............................................................................................................................2
Know YourBrightDropEP1.................................................................................................................................7
Operation.........................................................................................................................................................13
Troubleshooting...............................................................................................................................................17
Battery PackSafetyand Charging.....................................................................................................................18
Transport.........................................................................................................................................................21
Storage ............................................................................................................................................................21
Maintenance....................................................................................................................................................22
ProductSpecifications......................................................................................................................................22
Contact Information
Email: [email protected]m
Website: gobrightdrop.com

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ImportantSafetyInformation
Read and Understand this Instruction Manual Before Use
Read this entire Instruction Manual before using the BrightDrop EP1 andkeep this
manual for future reference. This Instruction Manual contains importantsafety, and
operation information. This manual is intended toremind you of yourtraining, butthe
manual is not asubstitute for operator training. If you have any questions or do not
understand something, contact us at [e-mail] forassistance.
This manual is considered a partof the BrightDropEP1 and should accompany thedevice if it is ever
transferred or sold.
This manual is not intended asa comprehensive use, service, repair or maintenance manual. Please
contact yourlocal BrightDropdistributor for all service, repairs ormaintenance issues.
Safety Messages
To prevent serious injury or death:
•DO NOT operate the BrightDrop EP1 unless you are trained and authorized by youremployer.
•Read all safety warnings and all instructions before using the BrightDrop EP1. DO NOT remove any
labels from the BrightDrop EP1.
•Do not operate when you are tired, have emotional problems, or after consuming alcohol or
medicine especially with sleeping ingredient.
•DO NOT carry riders on or in the BrightDrop EP1.
•The BrightDrop EP1 should be loaded, transported, and used in accordancewith approved
BrightDrop products and services. Any other loading, transport, or use of the BrightDrop EP1 will
be at your own risk and liability.
•Never modify your BrightDrop EP1 in any way. Do not sand, drill, file or remove parts from your
BrightDrop EP1. Do not install incompatible components or hardware.
•PINCH POINT Hazard. Keep fingers, hair, clothing (including shoelaces) jewelry and other objects
away from wheels and other components.
•Please follow Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration guidance forcargo securement and
refer to relevant industry associations (e.g. Web Sling &Tie Down Association).
•EP1s should be secured with a restraining system capable of handling at least 5,325 lb of peak
force. If using ratchet straps, ensurethey can withstand at least 5,325lb Break Strength or 1,775 lb
Working Load Limit (WLL) individually or in combination. The D.O.T. and Web Sling Association
require tie-down manufacturers to attach a tag to the strap with the safe Working Load Limit and
the information on WLL can be found there. Forguidance follow Federal Department of
Transportation (D.O.T.)guidelines for cargo securement and refer to relevant industry associations
(e.g. Web Sling &Tie Down Association).
•When placing the BrightDrop EP1 in vehicle for transportation make sure the following stepsare
taken:
oEngage Caster Lockson BrightDrop EP1.

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oSecure BrightDrop EP1with secondary retention systemwith accordance of FMCSA Cargo
Securement Rules.
For Battery Pack Safety Messages, see Battery Pack Safety and Charging (p.20).
Personal Protective Equipment
ALWAYS wear safety shoes when operating the BrightDropEP1. The user mustavoid
their feet andthose of any bystanderswhen operating theBrightDrop EP1.
Training
DO NOT operate the BrightDrop EP1 unlessyou are trained and authorized by your employer. Ask
your supervisor oryour local BrightDrop distributor ifthere is anything unclear orif you have concerns
about the operation of the EP1.
The BrightDropEP1 was designed toworksafely and efficiently with the Operator, but as the employer,
you have the primary responsibility for the well-being of youremployees. Operator training and the
responsibility for providing a safe workplace is requiredby the Occupational Safety andHealth Act
(OSHA). Both OSHA and ANSI (American National Standards Institute) provide operating, maintenance
and safety instructions contained in the following publications:
• 29CFR 1910.178: "OSHA Safety andHealth Standards (29 CFR 1910)", "Subpart N-Materials
Handling and Storage", Section 1910.178 "Powered Industrial Truck". Available from osha.gov.
• ANSI/ITSDF B56.1: "SafetyStandard for Low Lift andHigh Lift Trucks" (Safety Code or Powered
Industrial Trucks). Published by: Industrial Truck StandardsDevelopment Foundation, 1750 K
Street NW, Suite 460, Washington DC 20009.
The ANSI StandardB56.1requires operator qualification prior to selection based onvisual, auditory,
physical and mental ability relative to the specific requirements of theemployer. Similarly, the training
required by OSHA andANSI must betailored to the workplace. Unique operationscanpresent hazards
even to experiencedOperators if thework is different. Train your people about the unique design of the
BrightDropEP1.
Pre-Operation Safety Check
The BrightDropEP1 mustbe inspected every shift. Do not try to operate an EP1 that needs repairs or try
to fix it yourself. Report all problems toyouremployer and tag the BrightDropEP1 as out of service.
1. Walk around theBrightDropEP1 andlook for signs of damage.
2. Check for damage to electrical cables and connectors.
3. Check for looseor missing items, shelves, nuts, bolts, fastenersandrivets.
4. Check horn.
5. Inspect all four(4) wheels and check the caster wheel locks are functional.

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6. Check door locksare operating properly. Check doors open and close freely and inspectthe
interior. Check shelves are secure (if installed).
7. Check batteries are fully or appropriately charged for anticipated use.
8. At the beginning of eachshift, before operation, the operator shall testfor correct brake
function. The operator shall slowly accelerate the BrightDropEP1 by depressing the throttle, for
a very short distance of approx. 1m, and activate the brakes by pulling thebrake lever. The unit
shall come to acomplete stop within 1-2s by brake actuation only. Checks for brake fluid leaks
shall be performed as indicated in theService Manual if thebrake does not function as described
above.
9. The brake system is filled with hydraulic oil thatactivates the braking mechanism. The oil is red
in color and moreviscous than water. An oil leak may be presentif traces of oil are noticed
below the EP1, near the handlebar brakelever, or insidethe EP1. In the unlikely event of anoil
leak, a slipping risk is possible and the operator shall use cautionnot to step in the oil leak.
Safety shoes with non-slip soles are recommended. If an oil leak is detected, discontinue use of
the BrightDropEP1 until an inspection of the brakesystem is performed as per the Service
Manual. Consult brake fluid Safety Data Sheet(SDS) for properhandling instructions.
When Loading
Maximum EP1 load is 200 lbs. (90 kg).
Maximum load for each shelf is100 lbs. (45 kg).
Maximum load for the convenience hooks is10lbs. (4.5 kg).
•ALWAYS place heavier items onthe floor panel orlowest available shelf to
prevent tipping and tokeep the centerof gravity as low as possible.
•DO NOT place items on top of the BrightDrop EP1.
During Use
•Learn and follow youremployer's safety rules for operation, traffic, andspeed. Look where the
BrightDrop EP1 is going to avoid people, obstructions and drop-offs. Check clearances in all
directions. Travel in REVERSE if the BrightDrop EP1 blocksyour view.
•When travelling up or down ramps or sloped areas, the Operator should always be on the uphill side
of the BrightDropEP1 and only travel straight up or down an inclined surface. Keep a safe distance
from platform and ramp edges.
•DO NOT turn, park or load/unload the BrightDrop EP1 on slopes.
The operator will have to push/pull/operate the BrightDropEP1 manually should either of these
conditions occur.
•The BrightDropEP1 can tip over even when empty. Slow down for turns;push/pull smoothly and
slowly. If it does startto tip, move to a safe location away from the BrightDrop EP1 and sound horn
or shoutto alert pedestrians in the area.
•AVOID collisions. Should pedestrians or other objects come intothepath of the BrightDrop EP1,
steer or brake to avoid them. Sound horn to alert people who may not be looking at you.

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•Stop the EP1 completely and soundthehorn if necessary at corners or at stop signs, when
approaching intersections orcrosswalks, when exitingan aisle, or other locations where the vision is
limited or obstructed. Always proceed with caution. Use traffic mirrors, if available.
•TO STOP –pull brake lever and confirm the BrightDrop EP1 stopped. ALWAYS apply bothparking
brakes each time the BrightDrop EP1 stops(see Figures 15& 16).
•ONLY parkin authorized places. TurnBrightDrop EP1 OFF (seep. 18), set parking brakes andcheck
doors arelocked.
•DO NOT carry riders on topor inside of theBrightDrop EP1.
•ONLY travel the BrightDropEP1 on paved orsmooth level surfaces free ofhazards. DO NOT useon
gravel, dirt, bumps, potholes orother areas thatdo not have afinished surface to prevent damage
to the BrightDrop EP1 or tip over.
•ONLY operate in environments withadequate ambient light. Operating outside atnight orin areas
with low light comes with more risks than operating during the daydue to decreased visibility.
Others may have difficulty seeing you andyou may notsee obstacles in your path.
•DO NOT maneuver the BrightDrop EP1 throughstanding water or in areas withother obstacles. Be
aware of areas withuneven floors, stairs, or other obstacles present. DO NOT parkthe BrightDrop
EP1 in standing water.
•When pushing/pulling the BrightDropEP1 up/downan inclined grade/ramp (under heavy load
conditions up to 200lbs. and/or steepinclines greater than5 degrees/8.7% grade) beaware aloss of
motorized assist may occur wheneither:
oThe electric wheel motor thermal orovercurrent protections activate; OR
oThere is a low oradepleted battery packState of Charge.
The user will have topush/pull/operate the BrightDrop EP1 manually should either of these
conditions occur.
•ALWAYS close andlock doors prior to moving theBrightDropEP1. DO NOT attemptto opendoors
when BrightDropEP1 is in operation unless fully stopped and parking brakes are secured.
•ONLY operate the BrightDropEP1 when the handle is locked in the open position (see Handle, p. 12).
•ALWAYS remove BrightDrop EP1 from service if it falls from anelevated position or tips over. Have
the BrightDropEP1 serviced andinspectedper the Service Manual before returning toservice.
•Braking stopping distancevaries with the amount of pressure applied to the brake handle. The
operatorshould gain familiarity with the braking effectiveness fordifferent Brighdrop EP1driving
conditions (ie empty, fullyloaded, slow speed, higher speed, operator leading/trailing etc.) to ensure
the desired braking is achieved.
•The operator should refrain from abrupt brake engagement in operator trailing mode (ePallet
leading mode) asthe rear wheels may raise offtheground creating a “stoppie” (opposite of a
“wheelie”). Caution shall be used as loadsmay have shifted inside the EP1 after an abruptbrake
maneuver. Safety shoes are recommended.
•PARK and TAG OUTtheEP1 if you experience any problems while you areworking. Stop work and
tell your supervisor. Make sure to tag theBrightDrop EP1 as outofservice so otherswill not be
injured by trying touseit. If any issues are found during the Pre-Operation Safety Check, get the
issue fixed before startwork or tag it out and use another BrightDrop EP1.
•BE AWARE that objects may not be easily seen in front oftheBrightDrop EP1 when driving or
pushing the BrightDrop EP1 in frontof you.

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Intended Use
The BrightDropEP 1 is a TYPE E industrial device. It is an electrically powered unit that has minimum
acceptable safeguards against inherent fire andelectricshock hazards.
The intended useof the BrightDropEP1 is to be operated by an adult (age 18 and up) for transportation
of goods in anoccupational setting. Only use on paved or finished surfaces and in areas where
permitted by law (not onroadways). Any other use of is prohibited and may result in SERIOUS INJURY or
DEATH.
Not following the instructions andwarnings either in this manual or ontheBrightDrop EP1 itself could
result in death, serious injury, or propertydamage. Unauthorized modifications of theBrightDrop EP1
automatically void the Limited Warranty and may make the product unsafe for use.
If improper service is performed,including the use of replacement parts notprovided by the
manufacturer, or in the event of any alterations to the BrightDrop EP1 beyondthe manufacturer’s
guidelines, in no eventcan the manufacturerbe liable for any direct, indirect, punitive, incidental, or
special damages to property or persons, including death, arising out of theuse or misuse of the
BrightDrop EP1.
California Proposition 65
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and other chemicals, which are
known to the State of California to cause cancer andreproductive harm. For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Signal Words Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could
result in minor or Moderate injury.
Indicates information considered important, but not hazard
related (e.g.messages relating to property damage).

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Symbol Index
Safety Alert Symbol. It is to alertyou to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all
safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible serious injury or death.
ELECTRIC SHOCK Hazard.
FIRE Hazard.
TIP OVER Hazard.
ALWAYS wear safety shoes when operating the BrightDrop EP1. The user must avoid
their feet and those of any bystanderswhen operating the BrightDrop EP1.
Read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual.
On-Product Labels
The BrightDropEP1 is equipped with 9 individual vinyl labels and 1 aluminum serial plate. The operator
should understandand familiarize themselves with these labels before use.
Know Your BrightDrop EP1
The BrightDropEP1 is a classified as a TYPE E industrial device. It is an electrically powered unit that has
minimum acceptable safeguards against inherent fireand electricshock hazards.
1. Prop 65 Label – ChemicalHazard Warning
2. Do NotRide
3. EP1 RegulatoryInformation
4. BrightDropDoor Logo
5. Shelf Loading 100lbs.
6. Do NotLift From Handles
7. Scannable QR Code
8. Battery Service Label
9. ChargingPort Label
10. AluminumSerialNumberPlate

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Manual Brake Lever
When pulled, the Manual Brake Lever will deactivate the motorized assist, and engage the brakes.
Horn
The hornis functional at all times assuming the battery pack has a charge. It will function even if the
Primary BrightDrop EP1 Power Switchis OFF.
Motorized Assist Forward/Reverse Switch
When pressed forward, the white rectangle on the switch will be visible. This indicates the BrightDrop
EP1 will drive in a forward direction(see Figure 22).
Motorized Assist Display On/Off and Battery Charge Display
When activated, this display indicates the BrightDropEP1 motorized assist is active. The battery pack
State ofCharge (SOC) is indicated by theright-most LED display. Each LED indicates SOC as shown in the
table below. If the first LED bar is blinking, it indicates a low battery pack charge, below 6%. See Figure
2 for further details.
Controls
Figure 1