Dane Technologies QUICKART M3 User manual

QUICKART M3, M3 E, M3 HD
Owners Manual
QuicKART
Electric Utility Machine
M ANUFACTURED BY :
Dane Technologies, nc.
7105 Northland Terrace
Minneapolis, MN 55428
Part no. 970 047
Phone: [phone]
Toll free: 1-888-544-7779
Fax: [phone]
www.danetechnologies.com
Rev. B Date: 2-9-09

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QUICKART
NTRODUCT ON
Thank you for purchasing the Dane Technologies QuicKART. With proper
operation and maintenance, the QuicKART will provide years of dependable
service. This manual contains information, which will assist in the training,
operation and maintenance of the QuicKART. Please read it thoroughly and
review it regularly.
The QuicKART is a tool, which will increase workplace safety and productivity.
Those goals will only be accomplished if all employees using the QuicKART are
thoroughly trained in the safe operation of the QuicKART. We urge all of our
clients to develop and implement a training and certification program for all
employees using and supervising the use of the QuicKART. This manual, our
training program and our training video are provided to assist you in developing
your own operator’s certification program.
f you have questions regarding the safe operation or maintenance of the
QuicKART, which are not covered in this manual, please contact us at our toll-
free service line: 888-544-7779.
Daniel T. Johnson
President and CEO

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QuicKART M3, M3 E, M3 HD Owner’s Manual
Table Of Contents
OVERV EW OF OPERAT ON............................................................................................. 4
QU CKART M3, M3 E, M3 HD WARN NGS & SAFETY NOTES ........................................ 5
UNPACK NG THE QU CKART M3, M3 E, M3 HD.............................................................. 6
OR ENTAT ON TO THE QU CKART M3-M3 HD................................................................ 8
OPERAT ON OF THE QU CKART M3-M3 HD ................................................................... 9
5-BUTTON REMOTE CONTROL...................................................................................... 12
M3, M3 HD CONTROL PANEL......................................................................................... 13
QU CKART M3-M3 HD – R GHT S DE V EW................................................................... 14
QU CKART M3-M3 HD – LEFT S DE V EW ..................................................................... 14
QU CKART M3-M3 HD – REAR V EW ............................................................................. 15
QU CKART M3-M3 HD – TOP V EW ................................................................................ 15
OR ENTAT ON TO THE QU CKART M3 E....................................................................... 16
OPERAT ON OF THE QU CKART M3 E .......................................................................... 17
6-BUTTON REMOTE CONTROL...................................................................................... 19
M3 E CONTROL PANEL................................................................................................... 20
QU CKART M3 E – R GHT S DE and REAR V EW.......................................................... 21
QU CKART M3 E – FRONT and LEFT S DE V EW .......................................................... 21
QU CKART M3 E – MANUAL CONTROL......................................................................... 22
QU CKART M3 E– TOP V EW.......................................................................................... 22
QU CKART M3, M3 E, M3 HD LABELS............................................................................ 23
QU CKART M3M3 HD LABEL LOCAT ONS..................................................................... 26
QU CKART M3, M3 E, M3 HD CART STRAP ACCESSORY ........................................... 29
CART CLAW (CUP) ASSEMBLY...................................................................................... 30
CART COUPLER AND STANDARD YOKES ASSEMBLY ............................................... 32
ATTACH NG THE COLLECT ON CART........................................................................... 32
ATTACH NG THE COLLECT ON CART W TH DROP- N YOKES ................................... 32
OTHER YOKE ASSEMBL ES ........................................................................................... 34
PROGRAMM NG THE REMOTE CONTROL ................................................................... 35
BATTERY CHARG NG ..................................................................................................... 36
QU CKART M3, M3 E, M3 HD MPORTANT MA NTENANCE NOTES ........................... 37
REMOTE CONTROL: BATTERY CHANG NG.................................................................. 39
REMOTE CONTROL: BATTERY CHANG NG D AGRAM ................................................ 39
CHANG NG FRONT T RES .............................................................................................. 40
CHANG NG REAR T RE................................................................................................... 40
M3 – M3 HD SYSTEM W R NG D AGRAM ...................................................................... 41
M3 E SYSTEM W R NG D AGRAM .................................................................................. 42
TECHN CAL SPEC F CAT ONS ....................................................................................... 43
DECLARAT ON OF CONFORM TY.................................................................................. 44
QU CKART WARRANTY .................................................................................................. 45
QU CKART M3, M3 E, M3 HD OPERATOR TRA N NG MANUAL ................................... 47
QuicKART M3, M3 E,M3 HD Preventive Maintenance...................................................... 56
QU CKART M3-M3 HD QU Z............................................................................................ 57
QU CKART M3 E QU Z..................................................................................................... 58

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Note on radio equipment used:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. f this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• ncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The abbreviation C, before the Canadian Registration Number signifies that registration was performed
based on a Declaration of Conformity indicating that ndustry Canada technical specifications were met. t
does not imply that ndustry Canada approved the equipment.
The CE mark, if present, declares that this equipment meets relevant EU Directives and Standards.
OVERVIEW OF OPERATION
The QuicKART is an electrically powered shopping cart collection machine. t has several
unique and patented features, which allow it to be used safely and simply in the shopping
cart collection process.
The QuicKART is a productivity-enhancing tool, which will be most effective when it is well
maintained and used responsibly. Training of employees is very important. Please read
and review this manual. We strongly recommend that a training and operator certification
program be developed and implemented to assure adequate training and safe operation.
The QuicKART provides the pushing power for a single employee to safely and easily
move a maximum of 30 shopping carts from the parking lot into the store. ts ability to
operate in Radio Mode allows a single employee to steer the chain of carts from the front
of the cart line while controlling the QuicKART as it pushes and follows from behind.
The QuicKART has proven its ability to work in all types of weather ranging from extreme
heat or cold to rain and snow. The QuicKART will operate dependably in winter weather
as cold as -20 degrees. t will also push carts through loose snow. On packed snow the
QuicKART M3 and M3 HD will push 10 to 20 carts. Winter operation can be enhanced
with the use of optional snow tires.
The QuicKART operates on a 36-volt battery system. t will operate for up to ten hours on
a single charge. Cold weather will reduce operating time. t will require eight to ten hours
to fully recharge the batteries. Storing and charging the QuicKART in a warm area will
increase the operating time.

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Each hand-held remote control transmitter operates on a unique pre-programmed code.
For the QuicKART to operate in the Radio Mode, the receiver, which is under the hood,
must be programmed to match the hand held transmitter, see page 35 for details. The
LED on the remote will start to flash red when the battery is running low, and then cease to
operate when the battery needs replacing. After battery replacement, the remote needs
to be reprogrammed ; see page 35 for details.
QUICKART M3, M3 E, M3 HD WARNINGS & SAFETY NOTES
Please read and understand all the information included in this manual and the service
instructions prior to operating or servicing the QuicKART. n addition, make certain all
operators have been given and passed the certified operators course before using the
QuicKART.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE:
THE RED BATTERY PLUG MUST BE DISCONNECTED FROM THE BATTERIES
ANY TIME MAINTENANCE IS BEING PERFORMED UNDER THE COVER
1. The QuicKART is designed to push shopping carts. Any other use of the QuicKART
is prohibited unless specifically endorsed by the manufacturer. mproper usage and
operation of the QuicKART may void the warranty.
2. Federal regulations require that you be at least 16 years old to operate powered
equipment.
3. Do not operate the QuicKART unless you meet the minimum operator requirements
set down by federal and state regulations, and corporate policy.
4. Do not operate the QuicKART unless you have reviewed and understood the
training materials provided by your employer, passed the QuicKART test included in
the QuicKART operators manual, and have demonstrated the skills necessary to
operate the QuicKART safely.
5. Never carry passengers on the QuicKART M3, M3 E, or M3 HD!
6. The QuicKART is equipped with a brake that automatically engages when the
machine is turned off or not in motion. To avoid an accident, do not leave the
machine parked or unattended on slopes. When the QuicKART is to be left
unattended or in storage, turn it “OFF” and remove the key.
7. Do not use long extension cords. Use the cord supplied with the machine. Find a
location for recharging that is close to an electrical outlet receptacle. f another cord
must be used, it must be 16 gauge or larger and no more than 10 feet in length.
8. Do not plug more than one machine into an extension cord or electrical outlet
receptacle, use one outlet for each machine.
9. Do not leave the QuicKART unattended while it is turned “ON”.
10. Operate the QuicKART at a safe speed; go only as fast as safety considerations
allow. Take into consideration the location of store entrances, sidewalks,
pedestrian and vehicle traffic, driveways, and parking lot layout.
11. Always operate in slow speed when near store guests. Operating conditions, such
as wet or slippery pavement or slopes can affect the stopping distance of the
QuicKART. Do not push more carts than the individual operator can safely control

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when those conditions are present. Do not exceed 30 carts at a time under any
circumstance. Refer to your store policy for the maximum cart number.
12. Verify all warning and emergency labels are legible and mounted in correct areas
shown on drawings starting on page 26.
13. Do not drive over curbs or the edges of hardened surfaces higher than one inch.
14. Always look behind the QuicKART before and while operating in reverse.
15. Batteries must be fully charged initially before using the QuicKART.
16. The electrolyte in a storage battery is an acid, which can cause severe burns to the
skin and eyes. Wear appropriate protective clothing when working with batteries.
Treat all electrolyte spills with an extended flushing with clear water. Contact a
physician immediately if contact is made with battery acid.
17. Three types of batteries may be used in the QuicKART: Standard, Maintenance free
and AGM. Please check your batteries to see which kind you have, the standard
battery needs maintenance, and the others do not.
a. Standard batteries do require regular maintenance. Check the batteries
weekly to add distilled water to the batteries.
b. Maintenance free batteries contain liquid and may have caps for filling and
very rarely need filling.
c. AGM batteries have no free liquid and do not require maintenance.
18. Hydrogen gas is formed when charging the batteries. Use a location with adequate
ventilation when charging QuicKART batteries. Never smoke near batteries. Do
not charge batteries in an area with open flame or where there is electrical
equipment that could cause an electrical arc.
19. Do not lay metal objects (wrenches, screwdrivers, etc.) on any of the batteries to
prevent electrical short circuits.
20. Batteries are heavy. Always use care and proper lifting technique to avoid injury
when removing or replacing batteries.
21. Make sure QuicKART is properly secured when changing tires. (See instructions
on page 40.)
22. An optional strap is available to tether the carts together. To view the procedure to
strap the carts see the illustration on page 29.
UNPACKING THE QUICKART M3, M3 E, M3 HD
1) The QuicKART M3, M3 E, M3 HD is typically shipped on a wooden pallet. t
may come with addition individual components that are packaged inside the
QuicKART. Care must be taken not to damage
them during the unpacking. The components are:
a) QuicKART, the basic electric machine
with two keys,
b) A box including: a Remote Control
Transmitter, to remotely control the
QuicKART, and Cart Coupler Hardware
(yokes for the cart coupler).
c) Options may be strapped to the pallet.

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2) Remove the material covering the QuicKART and components. Take care
not to bend the antenna when removing the covering. Cut the banding
material, which holds the QuicKART to the pallet.
3) Raise the hood to find a small box containing the remote control, and cart
coupler hardware. Remove this box and set it aside.
4) On the M3 E only, remove the tower pin and clip. Unclip the red cable holding
the hood open and raise the strobe tower. Carefully reinstall the pin and clip
into the tower tube and clip the cable back in place.
5) To attach the cart coupler yokes/cups, select a typical cart from the store and
then refer to the diagrams starting on page 30.
6) To remove the QuicKART from the pallet, use a sturdy wooden board(s) to
create a ramp. nsert the key and turn it counter-clockwise to place the
QuicKART in “manual mode”. Use the nudge switch on the M3 E strobe
tower to guide the QuicKART forward, down the ramp to the floor. .
7) Turn “OFF” the QuicKART
8) Each hand-held remote control transmitter operates on a unique pre-
programmed code. For the QuicKART to operate in the Radio Mode, the
receiver must be programmed to match the hand held transmitter. See page
35 for directions on how to program the remote control transmitter.
Step 4
Step 3
Remove pin and clip.
Reinstall into tube.
Step 5

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ORIENTATION TO THE QUICKART M3 M3 HD
CONTROL PANEL: (See diagram on page13.) At the back of the Control Panel are
controls and indicator to operate the QuicKART.
On the left is the Horn button, pressing the HORN button will sound the horn loudly as
long as it is pressed. Next is the Battery Level Meter showing the percent of battery
capacity. When the batteries are fully charged, the light on the right will be lit. As the
QuicKART is used throughout the day, that light will go out and the next will come on.
Each light (indicating 10%) will slowly go out becoming fewer as the batteries discharge.
When the 20% capacity light starts to flash on and off, it means there are approximately 4
minutes of remaining power before the QuicKART automatically shuts down. The charging
level is most accurately shown when the QuicKART is pushing carts. If the QuicKART
does shut down, turn the key off for a few minutes, then on again. This may allow time to
reach the charging station. Recharge the batteries for at least 8 to 10 hours or until fully
recharged.
A large red EMERGENCY shut off button is located on the center back of the control
panel. (See top and side views of the QuicKART on page 14 and following.) This is
located to provide easy access to stop the machine. To restart the machine after the
EMERGENCY shut off button has been activated, pull out the button, turn off the key
switch, wait second, then turn it back on.
The far right of the control panel also includes two LEDs: The Controller Status LED
indicates that the QuicKART is turned on and will indicate problems with QuicKART or the
controller. A typical QuicKART fault of the Emergency Shut-off switch engaged is
indicated by a flashing LED. To restart the machine after the "EMERGENCY" shut off
button has been activated, pull out the button, turn off the key switch, wait second, then
turn it back on. The Radio Mode LED indicates that the Radio Mode is on. t also
indicates a radio transmission signal by flashing very fast.
The Keyswitch, on the right side of the control panel, can be turned to "MANUAL" for
manual operation or to "RADIO" for remote operation. Turning the key straight up turns
the QuicKART off. Wait 1 second before turning the QuicKART on again. The Radio Mode
for cart collection allows operation only in the forward direction.
Underneath the LH rear corner of the control panel is the Radio Learn button. This button
is pressed as part of the remote programming operation.
MANUAL MODE: Manual Mode is defined as operating the QuicKART while walking
behind the QuicKART M3-M3 HD. Turning the key counter-clockwise turns the QuicKART
on and places it in manual mode. Steering is controlled from the handle bar. Turning the
thumb wheel throttle controls speed and direction. With respect to the RH thumb wheel;
counter-clockwise is reverse, clockwise is forward. Rotating the thumb wheel farther
increases the speed. Releasing the thumb wheel stops the machine.

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RADIO MODE: (See diagram on page 12.) Radio Mode is defined as operating the
QuicKART M3 and M3 HD with the 5-button remote control while standing or walking
alongside the lead cart of the cart chain coupled to the QuicKART M3-M3 HD. Turning the
top of the key clockwise turns the QuicKART on and places it in Radio Mode. Guiding the
lead cart in the desired direction controls steering. Forward speed, brakes and horn are
operated with the hand held radio remote control. While in Radio Mode, the QuicKART M3
and M3 HD will only move forward.
STEERING: n Manual Mode, the QuicKART M3 and M3 HD are turned by exerting light
pressure on the handlebars, to the left or right, similar to steering a bicycle. n Radio
Mode, guiding the lead cart in the desired direction controls steering.
ACCELERATION AND BRAKING: The thumb wheel throttle located on the handle bar
controls Acceleration and braking of the QuicKART in the Manual Mode. The QuicKART
speed is controlled by twisting or rotating the throttle thumb wheel, similar to turning a
speed knob. Braking action occurs as pressure is released. Braking force can be
controlled for quick or gradual stops. Twisting the thumb wheel slowly brings the
QuicKART to a gradual stop. Releasing it rapidly stops the QuicKART very quickly.
Maximum braking force is applied when the throttle is fully released.
When the QuicKART M3 or M3 HD is stopped, the parking brake automatically engages.
This prevents the QuicKART from rolling on slopes or being pushed manually. f it is
necessary to push the QuicKART (i.e. dead battery or machine not working), the parking
brake can be released by opening the cover and pulling the release lever marked "Brake
Release" on the lower right corner at the back of the machine. Once the parking brake is
released, the QuicKART will not operate until the parking brake is pushed back in. t is
recommended that the brake be released only if batteries are dead and manual pushing is
required.
OPERATION OF THE QUICKART M3 M3 HD
MANUAL MODE:
To operate the QuicKART M3-M3 HD in the Manual Mode, perform the following steps:
1. nsert the key into the key-switch located on the control panel. Turn the key
counter-clockwise to turn the QuicKART "on" in Manual Mode.
2. An LED on the control panel will show the controller status (see illustration on page
13). Confirm that all systems are working properly.
3. n manual operation, while standing behind the machine, both hands on the
handles, slowly twist the RH thumb wheel throttle control clockwise and the
QuicKART will start to move forward. Slowly release the pressure on the throttle
control and the QuicKART will slow to a stop. A few seconds after the throttle
control is fully released, the electronic brakes will be applied. When moving forward
or backward, a sudden release of the throttle control will cause the automatic brake
to bring the QuicKART to a controlled stop.
4. To change the direction of travel, slowly twist the thumb wheel throttle in the
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5. To turn the power off, turn the key to a straight up position. Note: Do not leave the
machine "ON" and do not leave the key in the switch when unattended.
6. The collection of shopping carts begins by walking the QuicKART to a parking lot
location where customers have left carts. To attach the first cart, remove the
locking U-pin or clevis pins on the cart yoke or cart cup assembly.
a. For a cart yoke assembly; position the rear of the first shopping cart so that
its vertical rear frame is aligned with the yoke openings on the coupler
assembly. Lift the cart slightly off the ground and move it sideways until it
engages both coupler yokes. Then, put the locking U-pin back into place to
secure the shopping cart. The coupler yokes can be adjusted up and down
and from side to side to accommodate various types and sizes of shopping
carts. See illustration on page 32 and following.
b. For a cart cup assembly; position the rear wheels of the first shopping cart
into cup assembly. The cart cups can be adjusted from side to side to
accommodate various types and sizes of shopping carts. Then, put the two
locking clevis pins back into place to secure the shopping cart. See
illustration on page 30 and following.
c. Other cart coupling brackets require different steps.
7. Additional shopping carts can now be collected to form a train of a maximum of 30
carts.
RAD O MODE:
The QuicKART can be operated in the Radio Mode by turning the keyswitch to the "Radio"
position.
1. While in Radio Mode, only one person is needed to collect shopping carts. This
person gathers the carts and adds them to the train while using the 5-button remote
control to control forward speed, braking and the warning horn. t is recommended
that carts be formed into a line and then the machine brought up to the line in the
"SLOW" speed and stopped and then started again to nest the carts. Continue to
use the "SLOW" speed while operating near entrances and near store guests.
Never use the “FAST” Radio speed near guests, the entrance or within the store.
2. NEVER press on the remote buttons unless you are at the front of the cart chain
and controlling the lead cart. NEVER advance additional carts into the store unless
you are at the front of the cart chain. The “SLOW” speed is .8 mph. The “FAST”
speed allows movement at a safe walking pace of 2.7 mph as carts are returned to
the store.
3. Only one button of the remote control is usable at a time. Press the "SLOW" or
"FAST" button for the speed desired for the current conditions. The QuicKART will
briefly coast when the control buttons are released, helping to prevent a separation
of carts. f a sudden stop is required, press the "STOP" button. Sudden stops
without a cart restraint strap will require the operator to hold back the lead cart at
the front of the train to prevent cart separation.
4. n an emergency, press and hold the stop button until you walk over and shut off the
key.
5. The QuicKART M3-M3 HD follows the train of shopping carts as guided by the cart
attendant. The actual turning radius of the cart chain is a function of the design of
the shopping carts being used. The tighter the carts nest together the longer the
turning radius will be. After some experience the QuicKART operator will become
familiar with this and be able to judge what turns will be practical. n practice the