Hoppecke PU Installation and operation manual

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Hoppecke Batterien
GmbH & Co.KG
www.hoppecke.com
Operating & maintenance manual for the PU changer
IMPORTANT: Before operating the machine:
Read the operators manual.
Follow the safety instructions in the manual.
Unless you have been authorised and trained, do not operate the host truck.
No personnel to be within 1 metre distance of the machine whilst it is in
operation.
Consider a regular thorough examination service contract to keep the
machine in optimum condition.
The PU series may be used with any manufacturers powered pallet truck
(PPT). Therefore the operator must also be authorised and trained to use
the host powered pallet truck applicable to this PU changer.
It is forbidden to use the machine for transporting people; they could sustain
severe or fatal injuries; and to transport any material other than industrial
truck batteries.

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Table of Contents
OPERATING & MAINTENANCE MANUAL FOR THE PU CHANGER....................................................1
TABLE OF CONTENTS...........................................................................................................................2
1GENERAL..........................................................................................................................................3
1.1 SPECIFIC USE AND CAPACITY OF THE PU CHANGER.............................................................................3
2SAFETY NOTICES FOR THE OWNER..............................................................................................4
2.1 RESIDUAL RISKS ...............................................................................................................................4
2.2 SAFETY STANDARD &SAFE OPERATION OF THE PU.............................................................................4
2.3 SPARE PARTS,ACCESSORIES &WARRANTY INVALIDATION..................................................................4
2.4 MAINTENANCE &REPAIR ...................................................................................................................5
2.4.1 RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK ...............................................................................................................5
2.4.2 AUTHORISED PERSONNEL................................................................................................................5
2.5 BATTERY HANDLING SAFETY..............................................................................................................5
2.6 OPERATIONAL SAFETY NOTE..............................................................................................................5
3INSTALLATION..................................................................................................................................6
4OPERATION ......................................................................................................................................7
4.1 PRE START PROCEDURE ....................................................................................................................7
4.2 TO PULL A BATTERY OFF A CHARGING RACK OR INDUSTRIAL TRUCK.....................................................9
4.3 TO PUSH A BATTERY OFF THE MACHINE ONTO A CHARGING RACK OR INDUSTRIAL TRUCK.....................10
5MAINTENANCE ...............................................................................................................................11
5.1 OPERATORS INSPECTION TABLE 1....................................................................................................11
5.2 CHAIN ADJUSTMENT ........................................................................................................................13
5.3 CHECKING-ADJUSTING UNLOADING VALVE ........................................................................................14
5.4 HYDRAULIC CUSHIONING TO REDUCE SNATCHING MAGNETS...............................................................14
6SPARE PART LIST..........................................................................................................................15
6.1 MECHANICAL...................................................................................................................................15
6.2 HYDRAULIC.....................................................................................................................................15
6.3 ELECTRICAL....................................................................................................................................15
7ELECTRONIC SCHEMATIC ............................................................................................................16
8HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC...............................................................................................................18
9ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY & DISPOSAL .....................................................................................19

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1 General
1.1 Specific use and capacity of the PU changer
The PU changer is specifically designed to pull and push material handling batteries on and of
charging racks and on and off industrial trucks that are fitted with rollers or transfer balls or
equivalent. It is not designed to pull metal on metal.
It is suitable for this task in a way described in this manual. If the PU changer is used in a way
other than established in the operating instructions, the written approval of the manufacturer
and, if necessary of the responsible authorities must be obtained beforehand to prevent any
potential dangers.
The maximum battery weight cannot exceed 2,500 Kg’s.

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2 Safety notices for the owner
The owner is any physical or legal person who uses the host truck and machine or who
authorises its use by others.
2.1 Residual Risks
Despite working carefully and according to the standards and regulations, and with the
observance of all safety notices, residual risks cannot be excluded when operating the PU.
A residual risk cannot be excluded even beyond the immediate danger area of the PU, therefore
any persons standing within the area of the PU must pay particular attention to the task of
battery changing in order to be able to react fast in case of an incident.
Caution: All persons standing near the machine must be advised of the hazards arising during
operation of the machine. Please refer to any additional safety rules from your own company.
When the machine is being operated, there should be no personnel other than the operator with
in 1 metre distance of the machine.
To maintain a high standard of safety it is forbidden:
To use the machine for transporting people; they could sustain severe or fatal injuries.
Or transport any material other than industrial truck batteries.
2.2 Safety standard & safe operation of the PU
1. Only qualified personnel who have been trained to use the machine are allowed to
operate it.
2. Any relevant accident prevention regulations and safety regulations are complied with.
3. The operating, maintenance & repair guidelines for the machine are observed.
4. The machine operator has read and understood the operator’s manual.
5. When the machine is being operated there should be no personnel other than the
operator within 1 metre distance of the machine.
2.3 Spare parts, accessories & Warranty invalidation
The machine, its parts and accessories are either specified by the manufacturer and it is for this
reason we advise that only manufacturers provide any parts and accessories.
The manufacturer will not be held responsible for personal or material damage which
may arise from the use of third party spare parts and accessories.
The use of non-original spare parts and accessories will invalidate the warranty.

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2.4 Maintenance & Repair
2.4.1 Risk of electric shock
Warning: Before carrying out any maintenance or repair disconnect the battery from the host
powered pallet truck.
A short circuit will result in an electric arc which can cause serious burns.
Any electronic parts may sustain damage.
The Emergency stop/ battery disconnect see fig 3, isolates the positive pole of the 24 volt
dc supply. The main fuse is located on the host truck as close to the positive battery
terminal as possible. (Location will vary as the host truck can be any supplier’s product).
2.4.2 Authorised personnel
Maintenance & repair work can only be carried out by personnel who have been:
Properly trained.
Authorised by the owner.
Only when the above conditions are satisfied can maintenance & repair work be carried out by
the operator or service engineer.
DANGER. Do not replace, adjust or bypass safety mechanisms. This could result in serious or
fatal injuries.
If a safety mechanism has been damaged, the machine must not be operated until the fault has
been rectified and the host truck has been cleared for use by an authorised engineer.
After completing maintenance and repair work it is essential to check the operation of the safety
mechanisms before operating the machine.
2.5 Battery handling safety.
DANGER. When handling batteries, avoid contact with smoke, fire and naked flames. This
could result in accidents with serious or fatal injuries.
Batteries release Hydrogen which collects in the battery compartment of the host powered pallet
truck. It can explode if it comes into contact with a naked flame. Read the manufacturers safety
instructions for the battery and charger that came with the host powered pallet truck.
2.6 Operational safety note.
Safe and effective use of an electric powered pallet truck requires expertise and attentiveness
on the part of the driver. In this regard:
The battery changing unit should only be used on a flat surface between the battery
changing room/ station and the industrial truck requiring a battery change.
The driver should be fully trained and authorised to operate the machine.
When the machine is being operated there should be no personnel other than the
operator within 1 metre distance of the machine.

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3 Installation
NOTE: This is to be carried out by a trained service engineer.
Clamp kit and fitting instructions.
1.
Clamp comprises of:
1 x top bar
1 x bottom bar
2 x M12 x 75mm bolts
There are three clamps supplied with the PU.
Space them out as evenly as possible over
the full length of the PPT forks (this will vary
according to the manufacturer). One at each
end and one in or as near the centre as
possible.
2.
Fix bottom plate under and between powered
pallet truck forks.
3.
Rotate bottom bar 90 degrees.
4.
Line up top plate, and fix with the 2 x M12 x
75mm bolts.
Approx torque is 98Nm.
5.
Assembled clamp fixed in position.

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4 Operation
TO SWITCH THE MACHINE ‘ON’, THERE IS EITHER A KEY-SWITCH OR A CODE SWITCH.
SEE BELOW FOR FUNCTIONALITY.
4.1 Pre start procedure
NOTE: When not in use the carriage should be in the fully back (reverse) condition, i.e.
The carriage is underneath the control panel of the machine. The battery mast should be
locked in the fully raised position ready for use. On no account should the machine be
moved with the carriage fully extended as it may cause damage or injury.
The pre-start procedure:
1. Emergency Stop
Ensure the emergency stop switch is pulled out. (See fig 2 or ).
2. For machines with a Key Switch:
To switch the machine on turn the key right. ON or EIN
To switch the machine off turn the key left OFF or AUS
In the OFF/ AUS position the key can be removed to prevent
unauthorised use of the machine.
(See fig 1)
Fig 1. Key-Switch.
Fig 2. Control Panel with Key-Switch.

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3. Enable the electronic code switch:
The code switch is situated on the left hand side of the
control panel (see Fig 5).
Refer to (fig 1) image on the right for setting up
instructions.
The driver must log on using a 6 digit code. The code
on delivery is (2 digit operator no and 4 digit pin no, i.e.)
01-1234.
i. Press CE, this will clear any numbers that are in the
switch memory.
ii. Enter the 6 digit code 01 1234.
iii. Press the Power/ Enter key.
iv. Green led will flash and the unit will beep, machine is
enabled ready for use.
IF Red led flashes and beeps, Entry is invalid, try again.
NOTE: Green led will flash while the machine is
enabled, led will flash every 3 seconds.
v. To disable the machine press Power/ Enter.
NOTE: The electronic code switch operating/
programming manual is provided as a separate
document with this manual and left with supervisor/
manager. The code can be changed using this manual.
Fig 3. Electronic code switch.
4. Battery mast interlock handle/ battery keep-plate:
The machine cannot be started unless the battery catch
is in the fully raised position.
The catch is locked into position by turning the
operating handle clockwise. To slacken the catch the
handle is turned anti clockwise. There is a label on the
mast confirming direction of the handle.
When the handle is fully down and locked into position it
functions as a keep plate to hold the battery in position
whilst it is being transported.
Fig 4. Battery mast.
Fig 5. Control panel.

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4.2 To pull a battery off a charging rack or industrial truck
1. Ensure the pre start procedure (3.1) is complete and before starting the operation, ensure the
battery is free of electrical/ mechanical plugs, interlocks or connections before trying to remove
it. Also ensure the rollers on the rack/ industrial truck and the battery changing machine move
freely and are free from debris or any other obstructions.
2. Move the machine using the host tiller control and align it with the rack/ industrial truck. Then,
by using the raise/ lower function on the host tiller control, align the machine rollers and
charging rollers to equal height.
3. Press the magnet button to energise the two pulling magnets. (this button latches and has a
built in led which lights to show the magnets are energised. Pressing the button again will de-
energise the magnets).
DANGER: Never leave the magnets on for longer than 6-10 minutes when not in use, there is a
risk the magnets will overheat and may cause damage or injury. In extreme situations the
magnet plug/ sockets can melt.
4. Press the start button, this acts as a deads man and must always be depressed whilst
operating the machine. Pressing this button enables the power pack.
5. With the start button depressed, control the carriage movement by pressing the forward/
reverse buttons as necessary. Press the forward button to move the carriage to the end of travel
and engage the magnet onto the battery case.
When the magnets are touching the battery case, it can be pulled off the rack/ industrial truck.
On some host machines the height may have to be readjusted before withdrawal as the battery
weight can cause the host system to ‘yield’ and drop by up to 20mm under load. It is important
that these minor adjustments are made to enable a safe and smooth withdrawal.
DANGER: Failure to make these minor adjustments may cause the magnets to pull away from
the battery, and may cause the edge of the battery to dig into the rollers which may damage the
rollers.
6. Press the reverse button to pull the battery off the rack/ industrial truck onto the machine.
This should be done in one smooth operation. Stop the carriage at the end of travel by releasing
the reverse button and finally release the power button to complete the procedure.
7. Now lower the battery mast (see fig 2), ensuring the keep plate is over the lip of the battery
case. This completes the removal operation. If the machine is being used immediately to
exchange a battery (or within 5 minutes) it is advisable to keep the magnets switched on. This
assists the battery keep plate in limiting battery movement whilst moving the machine.
General note regarding forward/ reverse push buttons: If the forward/ reverse buttons are
not released at the end of travel there are forward & reverse proximity switches that will stop the
carriage. This is to protect against damage or injury.

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4.3 To push a battery off the machine onto a charging rack or industrial
truck
1. Move the machine using the host tiller controls and align it with the rack/ industrial truck.
Then, by using the raise/ lower function on the host truck align the machine rollers and charging
rollers to equal height. Be prepared to make fine adjustments as necessary to enable a safe
and smooth push off.
Park the machine with the tiller control vertical and observe the following push off procedure:
1. Ensure the pre start procedure (3.1) is complete before starting the push off operation.
2. Ensure the magnets are switched on. This provides additional security whilst pushing the
battery.
2. Unlock and fully raise the battery catch/ keep plate and lock in position (see fig 4).
3. With the start button depressed, control the carriage movement by pressing the forward
button to push the battery off the machine. The host machine may rise as a few millimetres as
the battery weight is taken off which may give rise to the leading edge of the battery digging into
the rack/ industrial truck rollers and may need a small adjustment to enable a safe and smooth
push off. (see 3.2 DANGER note above).
4. When the battery is safely and fully positioned onto the charging rack/ industrial truck, press
the reverse button to pull the carriage all the way back to its parked position. At the end of travel
release the reverse button and finally release the power button to complete the procedure.
5. Ensure the magnets are switched off, leaving them on may cause overheating, damage or
injury.
NOTE: To ensure the magnets are off, disable the machine by either pressing the Power/ Enter
key on the electronic code switch or the emergency stop (battery disconnect) switch.
General note regarding forward/ reverse push buttons: If the forward/ reverse buttons are
not released at the end of travel there are forward & reverse proximity switches that will stop the
carriage. This is to protect against damage or injury.