EP Equipment EPL152 User manual

EPL163
Original Instruction Part No.508000002564
V3 03/2020
Operation Manual
EPL154
EPL185
EPL152

EP EQUIPMENT CO.,LTD. is one of the world’s
leading companies manufacture, design
material handling equipment and provide related
service. With over 100,000 square metres plant
it produces over 100,000 trucks per year, and
provides professional, effective and optimized
material handling solutions worldwide, until now
it has developed three major kinds of business:
Material handling equipment: Focus
on electric forklift and warehouse
equipment
OEM parts: Global parts supply
Imow industry,online: One-stop
industrial products supply
Guided by our customer-oriented concept, EP
has developed service centers in more than
30 countries around the world, from which
customers are able to receive timely local
service. Moreover, 95% of warranty parts can be
shipped out within 24 hours after been ordered.
Through our online after-sales service system,
customers can process their warranty claims,
order spare parts and consult the operation
manuals, maintenance materials and spare
parts catalogs.
With business all over the world, EP has
thousands of employees and hundreds
of agents worldwide to provide our global
customers with prompt local service.
Based on the concept of sharing economy ,
EP also o󰀨er rental service for various logistics
equipment. Adhering to the idea “Making the
leasing of logistic equipment more simple”,
EP is devoted to providing customized one-
stop leasing solutions for our customers with
our high quality, reasonable price and prompt
rental service.
EP’s mission&vision is “ Let more people apply
the electrical material handling equipment to
relieve the intensity of labour” and “Let’s grow
together”.
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EP EQUIPMENT CO., LTD
Address: No.1 Xiaquan Village, Lingfeng
Street, Anji ,Huzhou ,Zhejiang, China
Tel: + 86-0571-28023920
Fax: + 86-0571-28035616
Website: www.ep-ep.com
Email: [email protected]

Thank you for buying our products.
The manual will show you the way of correctly using the truck as well as relevant preventive
maintenance and safety operation. The truck should be operated only by well-trained professionals
and by no means by non-working personnel. Operators are supposed to read through the manual
before actually operating the truck.
With the continuous upgradation and improvement of our company’s products, you may find a
slight di󰀨erence existing between your carrier and some introductions in the manual.
All the information, specications and illustrations in the manual are e󰀨ective in times of printing
and our company maintains the right to modify the specication (s) or design (s) of our products at
any time without any beforehand notication.
Means that failure to comply can cause risk to life and/or major damage to property.
Please strictly adhere to these safety instructions to avoid personal injury or major damage to
equipment.
Please pay attention to the important safety instructions.
Pay attention to Instruction.
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CAUTION
NOTE
WARNING
DANGER
Explanations on the manual
Safety signs and corresponding esplations
Preface
Internet address and QR code of
Parts manual
By entering the address http://www.ep-
care.com in a web browser or by
scanning the QR code, Login after
registration, Select “Parts purchase"
function and input part number or model
name to nd the truck.
Note: After registration, please send email
to info@ ep-care.com to activate your
account

Intended use
The lift truck is designed for transporting and stacking the loads stated in the
nameplate.
In particular we refer to:
• the safety rules of your trade association.
• In accordance with the special provisions for driving on public roads specied by national
specications.
• Other local regulations.
The rules for the intended and approved use of industrial trucks must be followed
under all circumstances by the responsible persons, especially by the operator and service
personnel.
The user, and not EP, is responsible for any danger arising from applications not authorised by the
manufacturer.
If you want to use the truck for applications not mentioned in this manual, please rst contact your
authorised dealer.
No changes, particularly no modications and additions, may be made to the truck without the
approval of the manufacturer.
Technical description
The truck consists of robust steel chassis and is driving on a traction wheel and 2 load wheels.
Caster wheels provide for good stability even with high loads.
The truck will be stopped by a regenerative service brake and hold by an automatic electromagnetic
parking brake in it’s parking position.
The load is lifted by a hydraulic cylinder that activates a lifting shaft that transmits the lifting
movement by a push-rod to the load wheels.
The control handle is used for smooth steering and control of drive speed, lifting and lowering,
braking and the horn without changing the position of the hand. The long tiller shaft allows
e󰀨ortless steering and a safe distance to the truck. A gas spring returns the control handle always
into a vertical position that activates the brake automatically.
An emergency reverse switch on the control head protects the operator from being squeezed by
the truck in conned spaces.
An electronic controller operates all electric functions and guaranties safety.
A key switch secures the truck from unauthorized use.
The ergonomic design of the truck guaranties safe and easy operation. .

In the manual, “equipment user” refers to any natural person or legal person directly using or
appointing or authorizing others to use the carrier. In such special situations as renting or sales,
the “equipment user” represents the interested parties supposed to bear operation obligations
as specied by the contractual terms concluded between equipment owner and corresponding
users. Equipment users must ensure the use of the carrier only for purposes specied and timely
eliminate all the dangers that may threaten the life and health of the users themselves or any other
third party, in addition to which they must also strictly abide by accident prevention provisions,
other safety technology provisions and equipment operation, maintenance and repair guidelines,
and ensure that all the operators seriously read and completely understand the contents of the
operation instruction.
Should any violation of the operation instruction occur, the quality guarantee of our company will be
invalid automatically, and our company will assume none of the responsibilities for losses resulting
from any nonstandard operation of the equipment implemented by any client, equipment user or
any third party without the authorization of the client service department of our company.
Any installation or retrotting of any additional device that may inuence or enhance the functions
of the carrier must be approved by our company in writing beforehand.
Company name: Zhejiang EP Equipment Co., Ltd
Address: Zhongli Industrial Park, Xiquan Village, Dipu Town,
Anjij County, Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province
Website: www.ep-ep.com
Telephone: [phone]
E-mail:[email protected]
Obligations and responsibilities of equipment user
Equipment ret

Declaration
EP EQUIPMENT CO., LTD.
Address: XIAQUAN, DIPU, ANJI, ZHEJIANG, CHINA
We declare that the machine
Industrial truck: according to this operation manual
Type: according to this operation manual
complies with the most recent version of Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC.
Personnel authorised to compile the technical documents:
See EC/EU Declaration of Conformity
EP EQUIPMENT CO., LTD.
EC/EU Declaration of Conformity
The manufacturer declares that this industrial truck complies with the EC Machinery Directive
and the provisions of other applicable EC/EU directives e󰀨ective at the time of sale. This can be
veried by means of the EC/EU Declaration of Conformity and the relevant certication label on the
nameplate.
The industrial truck is supplied with the EC/EU Declaration of Conformity document. This
declaration proves that this truck complies with the requirements of the EC Machinery Directive.
Unauthorised modication or additional installation of equipment to the structure of the industrial
truck may a󰀨ect its safety, and will therefore invalidate the EC/EU Declaration of Conformity.
The EC/EU Declaration of Conformity must be carefully stored and made available to be presented
to the relevant authorities when necessary. If this industrial truck is sold, this declaration document
must be handed over to the new owner.
Legal requirements for marketing

A Nameplates and alarming labels..........................................................................................A1
B Operation .............................................................................................................................B1
2.1Utilization safety specication..............................................................................................B1
2.1.1 EN standards...................................................................................................................B2
2.1.2 Conditions for application ...............................................................................................B3
2.1.3 Stability ...........................................................................................................................B3
2.2 Display and manipulation ...................................................................................................B4
2.2.2 Key switch Emergency reverse button ............................................................................B5
2.2.3 Display instrument...........................................................................................................B6
2.3 Truck use and operationTruck data plate ...........................................................................B8
2.3.1 Preparation for use..........................................................................................................B8
2.3.2 Comissioning...................................................................................................................B9
2.3.3 Truck starting .................................................................................................................B10
2.3.4 Running, swerving and braking .....................................................................................B10
2.3.5 Goods picking................................................................................................................B16
2.3.6 Parking the truck securely .............................................................................................B18
2.3.7 Drive directions..............................................................................................................B18
2.3.8 Loading..........................................................................................................................B20
2.3.9 Using the truck on a slope.............................................................................................B22
2.3.10 Truck transport.............................................................................................................B23
2.3.11 Operating the truck without its own drive system ........................................................B24
C Battery use and maintenance .............................................................................................C1
3.1 Safety and warning.............................................................................................................C1
3.2 Battery charging .................................................................................................................C2
3.2.1 Precautions......................................................................................................................C2
3.2.2 Charging the battery with internal charger.......................................................................C2
3.2.3 Charging the battery with external charger......................................................................C4
3.2.4 Battery type & dimensions&Charging time......................................................................C4
3.3 Handling of the lithium-ion battery .....................................................................................C5
3.4 Battery removal and installation .........................................................................................C8
D Maintenance ........................................................................................................................D1
4.1 Truck maintenance .............................................................................................................D1
4.2 Maintenance table ..............................................................................................................D3
E Technical data .......................................................................................................................E1
Table of contents
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1A
Have the nameplates of a truck xed its main body and alarming labels pasted on its
outer cover.
Should any nameplate or alarming label lose or be damaged, please conduct
replacement immediately or contact with the sales department or corresponding agent
of our company when necessary.
Such truck-related information as product model, serial number, manufacturing date,
rated load lifting capacity, lifting height, load centre distance and dead weight are all
shown in the nameplates.
Nameplates and alarming labels
A
Instructions label
Anti-pinch label Do not rest on the pallet label
Lithium label
Battery nameplate
Hydraulic oil port

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Hoisting
Remove the load before hoisting the pallet truck.
Disconnect the power supply.
Attach slings in the positions identied by the hook symbol.
Personnel must not stand below or near the truck when the pallet truck is being lifted.
DANGER
EPL163、EPL152 EPL154、EPL185
Nameplate
2
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13
5
9
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14
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15
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Item Description
1 PRODUCT NAME
2MODEL TYPE
3 SERIAL NO.
4 MANUFACTURE DATE
5 LIFT HEIGHT
6 UNLADEN MASS
7UNLADEN MASS WITHOUT
BATTERY
8 BATTERY VOLTAGE
9 RATED DRIVE POWER
10 MAX BATTERY WEIGHT
11 MIN BATTERY WEIGHT
12 RATED CAPACITY
13 LOAD CENTER
14 UNLADEN MASS WITHOUT
BATTERY
15 UNLADEN MASS WITH
BATTERY

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1
B
2.1Utilization safety specication
The carrier can by no means be used under the temperature lower than 5 °C for a long time,
or in refrigeratory or under the condition that such environmental factor as temperature or
humidity changes extremely before special equipment is additionally installed and the permit
of the manufacturer is acquired.
Operation
B
Applicable environment
temperature: -10 °C - 40 °C
Don’t use the truck in
rainwater.
Don’t use the truck in non-
position.
Avoid the use of the truck by
non-working personnel.
Don’t ride on the truck.
Don’t carry or lift people by the
truck.
Don’t use the truck on
slippery road surfaces.
(such as road surfaces with
oil stain or residual snow or
those frozen ones )
Don’t carry goods on
steep slope to prevent
goods from sliding o󰀨.
Conditions of operation road surface: the truck should run on solid, at, level and paved road
surfaces (including both running and lifting)
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Don’t place any part
of your body in any
moving part of the truck
to avoid being clamped.
Don’t leave the truck before
it is parked as regulated.
Don’t use the truck when any
non-working personnel is in the
dangerous area.
Don’t be distracted when using
the truck.
Don’t be distracted when using
the truck.
2.1.1 EN standards
Continuous sound level: 74 dB(A)
according to EN 12053 as stipulated in ISO 4871
The continuous sound level is a value averaged according to standard regulations, taking
the sound pressure level into account when driving, lifting and idling. The sound pressure
level is measured at the ear.
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
The manufacturer conrms compliance with the limit values for electromagnetic emission
and interference immunity as well as testing of static electricity discharge according to EN
12895 and the references to other standards contained therein.
Electrical or electronic components and their arrangement may only be modied after
written approval by the manufacturer has been obtained.

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3
B
2.1.2 Conditions for application
Working condition requirements:
- Indoor use.
- The truck's maximum operation altitude is up to 2000m.
- Trucks can only be operated in adequately illuminated working areas to avoid injuries. In case
of insu󰀩cient light, an additional lighting equipment is needed to ensure that the driver can see
properly.
If you must travel on an incline, the gradients should be below A% at full load, or below B%
without a load.(For the value of A and B, refer to the Gradability in technical data)
2.1.3 Stability
Stability is guaranteed if your truck is used properly in accordance with its intended
purpose. Common reasons for a loss of truck stability include:
• Emergency stops or sharp turns
• Driving with a raised load or a load handling device
• Turning the vehicle around on or driving across a slope
• Driving up or down a slope with the load pointing downhill
• Driving with a wide load
• Carrying a swinging load
• Driving near the edge of a ramp or up steps
• Tilting the mast forward while carrying a
raised load
• Driving on uneven surfaces
• Overloading the truck
• Carrying bulky loads in strong winds
• When carrying liquid, its centre of mass inside the container may shift due to
inertial force (such as when pulling away, braking or turning)

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2.2.1 Control handle
2.2 Display and manipulation
1.Control handle A
Driving switch
Controls travel direction and speed
Lifting button
Lift loading parts
Lowering lever
"Horn" button
Emergency reverse switch
Pull and hold the manual lower switch (2).The forks will
lower to the minimum height until they stop by themselves.
Activates the horn.
Press the emergency reverse switch. The vehicle will begin
to travel in the opposite direction.
1.Control handle B
Lowering button
Lower loading parts
Lifting button
Lift loading parts
Horn button
Send out sound warning signals
Driving switch
Controls travel direction and speed
Emergency reverse button
Through touching the button, truck
drives away from operator.
Creep speed button
Display instrument
Display the electric quantity of the truck
Key switch
Connect and interrupt control current
EPL154/EPL185
EPL163/
EPL152

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5
B
2.Key switch B
Connect and interrupt the control
current.
• When pulling out the induction key(1), the
control current of the truck will be interrupted;
• When inserting the induction key, the control
current of the truck will be connected.
Pulling out the key switch of a forklift
before leaving can prevent the forklift
from starting accidentally.
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2.2.2 Key switch
1.Key switch A
Connect and interrupt control current.
• When the key rotates to gear “OFF”, the
control current of the truck will be interrupted;
• When the key rotates to gear “ON”, the
control current of the truck will be connected.
EPL154/EPL185
EPL163
EPL152

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2.2.3 Display instrument
EPL154
• LED (1) displays the remaining charge;
• LED (2) displays the total running time
normally. If fault, display the fault code;
• LED (3) ashing, and the vehicle starts
timing;
• LED (4) is on, indicate vehicle failure;
• LED (5) is on under normal, it will ashing
when the power is less than 20％;
The LCD display (1) show battery residual
capacity.
The color of the LCD (1) represent the
following conditions:
Component LCD color Residual
capacity
Standard
battery residual
capacity
Green 30-
100%
Yellow 15-30%
Quick
ashing
red
light(Flashing
period 2s)
7-15%
Slow ashing
red
light
(Flashing
period 1s)
0-7%
EPL163
12
34
70％
EPL185
• LED (1) displays the remaining charge;
• LED (2) displays remaining charge percent-
age;
• LED (3) displays Interlock switch status
indication. Solid on, interlock switch is
disconnect. Blink, interlock switch is closed,
the truck start time ;
• LED (4) displays the total running time
normally. If fault, display the fault code.

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7
B
After the red light starts ashing,
the battery will enter the low-voltage
protection state. According to the battery
state, The truck will appear accidental
power-o󰀨 protection. Please charge the
battery after restarting to avoid damage
to the battery.
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EPL152
If the controller detects a battery failure, ashes of LCD（1）represent battery failure information
until the failure is remedied. Details of failure information are shown as below:
Under-voltage of single cell battery: The green light repeats in a cycle of flashing once in 1
second, pausing for 2 seconds and then ashing twice, pausing for 3 seconds.
Over-voltage of single cell battery: The green light repeats in a cycle of flashing once in 1
second, pausing for 2 seconds and then ashing three times, pausing for 3 seconds.
Short circuit protection: The green light repeats in a cycle of ashing once in 1 second, pausing
for 2 seconds and then ashing four times, pausing for 3 seconds.
Over-current protection: The green light repeats in a cycle of ashing once in 1 second, pausing
for 2 seconds and then ashing ve times, pausing for 3 seconds.
Battery temperature is too high: The green light repeats in a cycle of ashing twice in 1 second,
pausing for 2 seconds and then ashing three times, pausing for 3 seconds.
Battery temperature is too low: The green light repeats in a cycle of ashing twice in 1 second,
pausing for 2 seconds and then ashing four times, pausing for 3 seconds.
Contactor-related failures: The green light repeats in a cycle of ashing three times in 1 second,
pausing for 2 seconds and then ashing four times, pausing for 3 seconds.
The yellow light ashes rapidly in 1 second when other failures happen.
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•
•
•
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When powered o, if the green light of power indicator is always on, it means that the battery
is in a balanced state, which is a normal phenomenon.

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2.3 Truck use and operation
2.3.1 Preparation for use
The following are inspection and preparation operations that must be implemented before the
truck is put into daily use.
Operator's Daily Checklist
Date
Truck No.
Department
Runtime
Meter Reading
Operator
No.
Table 1. Table of daily inspections by operators
WARNING
Daily Check Items O.K.(√) Remark
Check for Fluid Leakage
Check for scratches, deformation or cracks.
Check Decal Condition
Check the smooth movement of the wheels.
Check the function of the emergency brake
by activating the emergency stop switch.
Check, the tiller arm- switch braking function
Check the lifting and lowering functions by
operating the buttons.
Check if all bolts and nuts are tightened
rmly.
Check the vertical creep of the truck.(if
equipped)
Check the lithium-ion installation, making
sure not to damage the battery cables.
Recharge the lithium-ion battery

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9
B
Table 1: Table of Daily Inspections by Operators is only a sample table for the daily inspections of
operators, and it can be adjusted according to specic requirements.
The truck should be regularly maintained by qualied maintenance engineers or technicians
that have passed the training of and also been authorized by the manufacturer.
WARNING
The truck must only be operated on battery current!
To prepare the truck for operation after delivery or transportation, the following operations must be
performed:
Check the equipment for completeness.
If necessary, install the battery. Make sure that the battery cable is not damaged.
Charge the battery.
Check for Fluid Leakage.
Check the brake function.
Check the lifting and lowering function.
Check the driving function.
Check the steering function.
The truck can now be started, see 2.3.2 Truck starting
The truck must only be operated with a lithium-ion battery.
2.3.2 Comissioning
WARNING
Wheel attening
If the truck has been parked for a long period, the wheel surfaces may tend to
atten. This attening has a negative e󰀨ect on the safety and stability of the truck.
Once the truck has covered a certain distance, the attening will disappear.
If the truck is delivered in multiple parts, setup and commissioning must only be
performed by trained, authorised personnel.
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2.3.3 Truck starting
1. Release the emergency stop switch.
EPL163
EPL154/EPL185
EPL152

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11
B
2. Connect the key switch to start the
truck.
EPL163
EPL154/EPL185
2.Open the key switch to start the truck
EPL152