
General
This section describes the AC Motor Controller.
Procedures are outlined for controller programming
and troubleshooting.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING
Disconnect the battery and separate the
connectors before opening the compartment
cover or inspecting or repairing the electrical
system. If a tool causes a short circuit, the high
current flow from the battery can cause personal
injury or property damage.
All checks, adjustments, and repairs in the drive
unit compartment are done with the compartment
cover removed. Remove the drive unit compartment
cover for access to the electrical components.
WARNING
The capacitor in the transistor controller can hold
an electrical charge after the battery has been
disconnected. To prevent electrical shock and
personal injury, discharge the capacitor before
inspection or repairing any component in the
drive unit compartment. Wear safety glasses.
Make certain the battery has been disconnected.
DO NOT use a screwdriver to discharge the
traction motor controller.
CAUTION
To avoid controller damage, always disconnect
the battery before disconnecting any cables from
the controller. Discharge the capacitor, and never
put power to the controller with any power wire
disconnected. Never short any controller terminal
or motor terminal to the battery. Make sure to use
proper procedure when servicing the controller.
The following steps must be followed to discharge
the capacitors before any checks or repairs are
performed on the controller or any part of the
electrical system.
1. Block the wheels so that the truck will not roll
or block the truck so that the wheels are off the
floor. See
•Periodic Maintenance 8000SRM1510
for lift truck model A290
2. Turn the key switch to the OFF position and
disconnect the battery.
3. Discharge the capacitors in the controller by
connecting a 100-ohm, 25-watt resistor across
the controller's B+ and B- terminals using two
insulated jumper wires. See Figure 1.
NOTE: DO NOT use any other method of
discharging the capacitors. Remove the 100-ohm,
25-watt resistor before reconnecting the battery.
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