logitrans PANTHER MAXI AC User manual

PANTHER MAXI AC / MINI

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EU DECLARATION CONFORMANCE
Manufacturer: Logitrans A/S
Hillerupvej 35
DK-6760 Ribe
Denmark
It is hereby declared that:
Machine: Productgroup: Pallet truck with electric propulsion
Type: Panther Maxi AC / Mini
Year of manufacture/
Serial No:
a) Has been manufactured in conformance with the stipulations of the:
 • COUNCIL DIRECTIVE no. 98/37/EC
 • COUNCIL DIRECTIVE no. 89/336/ECC
 • COUNCIL DIRECTIVE no. 86/663/ECC
including appendix no. 89/240/ECC
Name: Erling Pedersen
Position: Product manager
Company: Logitrans A/S
Product type declaration of:
Signature:

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Contents
1.0 Before the rst lift... ............................................................................................ 4
2.0 Functions and identications .......................................................................... 5
3.0 How to operate the pallet truck ................................................................... 6
3.1 Handling of pallets............................................................................................................... 7
3.2 Handle functions.................................................................................................................. 8
3.3 Emergency stop................................................................................................................... 9
3.4 Brake function.................................................................................................................... 10
3.5 Personal safety.................................................................................................................. 10
4.0 Optimum safety .....................................................................................................11
4.1 Avoid overloads ..................................................................................................................11
5.0 There must be a current supply... ................................................................12
5.1 Battery specications......................................................................................................... 12
5.2 Checking the battery conditions ........................................................................................ 14
5.3 Battery indicator / hours counter........................................................................................ 15
5.4 Battery charging ................................................................................................................ 16
5.5 Fuses - replacement.......................................................................................................... 18
5.6 Wiring connections ............................................................................................................ 18
7.0 Technical data........................................................................................................ 19
6.0 Fault location key................................................................................................. 20
6.1 Remedy ............................................................................................................................. 22
8.0 Good service after purchase ......................................................................... 24
8.1 Ordering spare parts.......................................................................................................... 24
8.2 Warranty/Compensation.................................................................................................... 24
8.3 Service and repair ............................................................................................................. 24
8.4 Warranty ............................................................................................................................ 24
8.5 Liability exemption............................................................................................................. 24

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The Logitrans pallet truck is manufactured in accordance with safety directives.
Among the subjects dealt with in this Instruction Manual are:
Therefore please read this Instruction Manual carefully!
Proper application•
Physical limitations of the product•
Risks with improper use•
1.0 Before the rst lift...

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9
8
7
10
6
3
2
1
5
4
1. Safety Switch
2. Horn
3. Lift/Lower
4. Forward/Reverse
5. Multiex Function
6. Handle
7. Battery indicator / hours counter
8. Emergency Stop
9. Ignition Key
10. Charging Lamp (built-in charger)
2.0 Functions and identications
Identication
Battery label,
(below the battery cover)
Name plate, serial number
Truck number, stamped in
chassis behind the rear cover.

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8
6
9
Insert key (9) and turn clockwise to
switch on control current ready for
function activation.
The control functions of the pallet truck are located in the handle (6).
-The functions are dependent on the position of the handle!
Position A: Drive position
Drive current on
Brake deactivated
Position B: Stop/Brake/
Emergency Stop
Drive current off
Brake activated
3.0 How to operate the pallet truck
Note!!! Emergency stop
(8) must not be activated.

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3.0 How to operate the pallet truck
3.1 Handling of pallets
For proper operation,
stand behind the handle.
Raise/lower - forward/reverse
The pallet can be lifted and transported
- either lengthwise
- or crosswise

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3.0 How to operate the pallet truck
3.2 Handle functions

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3.0 How to operate the pallet truck
Multiexfunction
This function makes it possible to drive the pallet truck, even though the•
handle is in its upright, braked position
The function requires two-handed operation, i.e. it must be performed•
deliberately
The function facilitates manoeuvring in restricted areas.•
3.3 Emergency stop
The product has an emergency stop. When activating the
emergency stop, the main current supply is switched off.
The movement of the forks stops immediately•
Driving with the truck stops immediately.•
Multiexfunction
Horn

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B
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A
B
B
3.0 How to operate the pallet truck
3.4 Brake function
A: Position for driving
B: Position for braking
See multiex function
for driving in B-position
(see paragraph 3.2)
Safety function
3.5 Personal safety
The safety switch on the end of the handle ensures that the operator cannot be
trapped when the pallet truck is reversed.
When the safety switch is activated, the pallet truck will change direction and
move forwards for 5 sec.

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4.0 Optimum safety
4.1 Avoid overloads
Panther Mini: Max. load 1400 kg
Panther Maxi AC: Max. load 1800 kg
The maximum load must not be exceeded.
Remember, the pallet truck is designed for evenly
distributed load; - goods on pallets etc.
If the forks are point-loaded on one side, there is a risk of bending.
CAUTION! Stability is
achieved when pallet truck is
at the top
ATTENTION
Moving parts

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5.1Batteryspecications
The manufacturer recommends the following battery type for Panther
Maxi AC/Mini:
5.0 There must be a current supply...
Tubular cell
986200
Tubular cell
986201
Semi-trak
986034
Voltage 24V 24V 2x12V
Capacity 120Ah/5h 160Ah/5h 60Ah/5h
Capacity per cycle
inrelation to 986200 100% ~ 125% ~ 50%
Life in cycles Approx. 1200
- See note 1
Approx. 300
- See note 2
MAINTENANCE
Liquid inspection
The liquid level has to be within the minimum and maximum level of the
battery, otherwise distilled or demineralized water is to be added.
- See note 3.
MAINTENANCE
Poles
Verdigris to be removed from poles regularly.
Poles to be greased after cleaning.
Charge condition to
be measured with Acidometre, voltmetre or battery condition tester
Charging frequency At 80% discharged, max once per day.
- See note 1
When needed, max
once per day.
- See note 2
Charging voltage
measured across
poles during charging
Built-in / External 12A/29,4V
Battery dimensions
LxWxH 580x200x330 585x200x390 278x175x190
Battery weight 100 kg 120 kg 2x20 kg

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5.0 There must be a current supply...
Note 1: Battery life: 1200 cycles a 80% discharge.
Longest battery life obtained, when the battery is charged
on being 80% discharged. 1 charge = 1 cycle.
Note 2: Battery life: 300 cycles at 80% discharge
= approx. 600 cycles at 50% discharge.
Note 3: Please note: Only  ll up to the maximum liquid level
on a charged battery, otherwise the liquid will over ow.
See the battery instructions or contact your dealer in
case of doubts about minimum/maximum.
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37.5% H2SO4specicgravity1.28,beforetheyare
usedforthersttime.
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The charging of tubular cell and semi-trak batteries
gives off gases that can be explosive:
Use of naked  ames near the batteries should be avoided.•
Charging should therefore be performed in a ventilated room.•
The battery lid has to be open to ensure a good ventilation•
of the battery.
At temperatures around the freezing point, battery capacity is
reduced by 30%.
If the acid density of the battery is 1,10 and the temperature 0° C, the battery
will freeze and the capacity will be 0%.
Filling in acid solution on the battery
The battery acid is corrosive. If it should touch skin or eyes, wash•
with water and contact a doctor. Filling in acid into the battery
should be performed in a ventilated room.

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5.0 There must be a current supply...
5.2 Checking the battery conditions
Dry-charged batteries must be lled with battery acid 37.5% H2SO4 specic gravity
1.28, before they are used for the rst time.
The battery is fully charged when the battery voltage and the acid density are not•
changed between two measurements made with an interval of two hours.
Check at least once a week at the end of the charging that the battery has a cor-•
rect acid density (1,26-1,28 kg/l at 20°C).
Please note! If the battery is discharged more than 80%, with an acid density below
1,13 kg/l, the battery life will be shortened. Discharge of maintenance-free batteries
(GEL): Maximum 70%.
Method B
To measure the voltage, use a digital voltmeter (DC) on the battery poles. The truck
must not have been in use for the previous 30 minutes.
Method A
Check the acid density in the battery cells with an acidometer.
Check each cell - max. difference between each cell 0.04 kg/l.
Density:
1,28 kg/l Fully charged
1,22 kg/l 30% discharged
1,18 kg/l 50% discharged
1,13 kg/l 80% discharged
Voltage:
Ca. 25,40 V Fully charged
Ca. 24,70 V 30% discharged
Ca. 24,20 V 50% discharged
Ca. 23,80 V 70% discharged
Ca. 23,50 V 80% discharged

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5.0 There must be a current supply...
5.3 Battery indicator / hours counter
Panther Mini
The battery indicator shows the battery charge in %.
The most accurate reading can be obtained, after the battery has been
allowed to remain idle for 5-10 minutes.
Red: Battery capacity less than 25%
Do not use the battery, otherwise it
might become damaged.
Green: Battery capacity: 50%-100%
The battery is ready for use and need
not be charged.
Battery capacity: 25%
The battery can still be used; charging is
recommended.
Yellow: Charging lamp: Is alight during
the last part of the charging.
Green (LED):
Indicates hour meter
The hour meter shows:
1. Total number of operation hours
2. Operation time since last charging
Error codes:
In case of errors, the display can show error codes:
Error code 1.4: The forward/reverse knob is activated, when handle is in pos. A.
Error code 4.2: Battery discharged.
If the display shows other error codes, please contact your dealer
Please note: The driving speed is reduced at low battery voltage.
8 characters
LCD display
Red (LED): Indicates service
Orange (LED): Indicates battery condition
Panther Maxi AC
The messages are shown on the LCD display.
The lamps indicate the type of message shown.

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5.0 There must be a current supply...
5.4 Battery charging
If instructions accompany the battery / charger, these are to be
followed.
The Soneil charger is set for charging of both semi-track, tubular cell•
and maintenance free batteries.
NOTE!• If another charger is used, the charging voltage has to be set
correctly for the charging of semi-track, tubular cell or maintenance
free batteries.
Charging simultaneously with truck operation is not recommended.•
Longest battery life is achieved when charging when battery is:•
80% discharged (semi-trak and tubular cell)
70% discharged (maintenance-free).
Charging of the batteries: Max. once per day•
Semi-trak and tubular cell batteries are to be lled with distilled water after max. •
14 cycles. 1 charging = 1 cycle.
During the charging, the temperature in the battery is not allowed to•
exceed 50° C.
Charging
1. Connect charger to battery (24 volt)
(If the charger is built in, the charger is connected)
2. Connect the charger to the mains (230 V/115 V).
NOTE! The voltage switch has to be set correctly, as wrong settings can damage
the charger.
(red lamp shines when built-in charger)
3. Charging with built-in charger
- Charging starts, red lamp (2) is on.
The charger disconnects the control circuit.
Note! All the functions of the truck are disconnected.
- If the charger remains connected, the charging will stop after nished course
of charging.
- When fully charged, the green lamp is on (2)

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5.0 There must be a current supply...
During charging, the
key must be removed!
Charging
Panther Mini 10 Amp (built-in / external)
Panther Maxi AC 10 Amp (built-in / external)
Please note! The Soneil charger is set for charging of both
semi-trak, tubular cell and maintenance-free batteries!
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5.0 There must be a current supply...
5.5 Fuses - replacement
There are 4 fuses in the electrical circuit, located
behind the plate with this pictogram.
A) 80 Amp fuse for driving motor
B) 50 Amp fuse for lifting motor
C) 10 Amp fuse (Soneil charger)
D) 5 Amp fuse in the control current circuit
Replacement:
The old fuse is to be removed and replaced
by a new one of the same size.
Do not insert a larger fuse; the fuse acts as a protector for the pump motor.
Find out why fuses blow!
5.6 Wiring connections
Many operational disturbances are caused by bad connections in the
electrical circuit. Make sure that the connections are in order.
Check connections regularly for damage at insulating caps or bad connections at
plugs etc. Verdigris must be removed from cable plugs. Keep all screw/nut
connections tight.

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6.0 Technical data
Product (measured in mm) Panther Mini Panther Maxi AC
Capacity 1400 kg 1800 kg
Lifting height h3195, 200
Fork length l 810, 915, 970, 1066, 1140, 1220, 1520*
Overall height h1647 817
Overall width b5=520
/ b5=680 b1600/680
Fork span b5520, 680
Fork width e 158
Length without forks l2450
Overall length l1450 + l
Overall height h14 1296
Lowered height h13 80, 85
Load centre c l
/ 2
Wheel base (l=1140) y 1256
Gangway Ast 1890** (pallet: 1200 x 800)
Turning angle of the wheels 210º
Turning radius Wa (l=1140) 1410
Driving motor - speed control electronically variable 24 V 0,7 kW 24 V 1,2 kW
Driving speed with/without load 5,5/6 km/h 5/6 km/h
Pump motor 24V 0,8 kW 24V 1,2 kW
Lifting speed with/without load 50/55 mm/s 35/50 mm/s
Lowering speed with/without load 200/55 mm/s 115/40 mm/s
Gradient performance 10% 10%
Battery 60 Ah (2x12 V) 120 Ah (1x24 V)
or 160 Ah (1x24 V)
Weight in kg with 1140 mm forks (without battery) 203 205
* Only Panther Maxi AC.
** Tests show that 1610 mm are enough.

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Symptoms and observations
AThe pallet truck does not drive when the handle is tilted and drive grip turned!
-- no click can be heard from relays when the handle is tilted
- - no click can be heard when the multiex button is activated
-- the motor makes a humming noise
BThe pallet trucks drives slowly
CThe pallet trucks brakes when drive grip is released (handle tilted)
DThe pallet truck does not brake when handle is tilted to upper or lower position
EThe pallet truck brakes too little/too much
FForks do not lift when “UP” is pressed
GNo click can be heard when “UP” is pressed
H Forks lift only a little/not to max. height when “UP” is pressed
I Forks do not sink when “DOWN” is pressed
J Forks sink slowly
K The battery is not charged (no light in charging lamp)
L Error 1.4
When the pallet truck is used every day, adjustments and the replacement of worn
parts might be necessary.
Adjustments and minor repair can easily be made on the spot. Major repairs should,
however, be carried through by the dealer who has a well-trained staff and the
necessary special tools.
7.0 Fault location key
Before asking the dealer for assistance...
...try the fault location key!