Noblelift RT16Li User manual

Version 08/2022
RT16Li-SMS-002-EN
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Lithium Battery Powered Reach Truck
RT16Li
WARNING
Do not use the reach truck before reading
and understanding these operating
instructions.
NOTE:
Please check the designation of your
present type at the last page of this
document as well as on the ID-plate.
Keep it for future reference.
This truck can only be used in factories,
tourist attractions, and amusement parks.

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FOREWORD
Before operating the truck, read this ORIGINAL INSTRUCTION MANUAL carefully and understand the
usage of the truck completely. Improper operation could create danger.
This manual describes the usage of different electric reach trucks. When operating and servicing the
truck, make sure, that it applies to your type.
Keep this manual for future reference. If this or the warning/ caution labels are damaged or
lost, please contact your local dealer for replacement.
This truck complies with the requirements according to EN 3691-1 (Industrial trucks- safety requirements
and verification, part 1), EN 12895 (Industrial trucks- electromagnetic compatibility), EN 12053 (Safety of
industrial trucks- test methods for measuring noise emissions), EN 1175-1 (Industrial truck safety –
electrical requirements), assumed the truck is used according to the described purpose.
The sound pressure level at driver’s seat for this machine is 70 dB(A) according to EN 12053.
ATTENTION:
Environmentally hazardous waste, such as batteries, oil and electronics, if handled incorrectly, will
cause negative effect to the environment or human health.
The waste packages should be sorted and put into solid dustbins according to the materials and be
collected disposal by local special environment protection bureau. To avoid pollution, it’s forbidden to
throw away the wastes randomly.
To avoid leaking during the use of the products, the user should prepare some absorbable materials
(scraps of wooden or dry duster cloth) to absorb the leaking oil in time. To avoid second pollution to
the environment, the used absorbable materials should be handed in to special departments in
terms of local authorities.
Our products are subject to ongoing developments. Because this manual is only for the purpose of
operating/ servicing the reach truck, therefore please have understanding, that there is no guarantee
out of particular features out of this manual.
NOTE: The left sign in this manual indicates warning and caution, which can lead to death
or serious injury if instructions are not followed.
Copyright
The copyright remains with the company, mentioned on the CE- certificate at the end of this document or,
if sold within the USA, with the company, mentioned on the company sticker.

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Table of Contents
1. CORRECTAPPLICATION..................................................................................................................... 4
2. DESCRIPTION OF THE REACH TRUCK............................................................................................. 5
a. Overview of the main components..................................................................................................... 5
b. Main technical data............................................................................................................................. 6
c. Description of the safety devices and warning labels (Europe and other, excepting USA)............. 10
d. Identification plate (ID-plate)............................................................................................................. 12
3. WARNINGS, RESIDUAL RISK AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................ 12
4. COMMISSIONING, TRANSPORTING, DECOMMISSIONING............................................................ 13
a. Commissioning................................................................................................................................. 13
b. Loading and unloading/ transportation............................................................................................. 14
c. Storage.............................................................................................................................................. 15
5. REGULAR INSPECTION..................................................................................................................... 16
6. OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS........................................................................................................ 17
a. Operational control devices.............................................................................................................. 17
b. Power-on the truck............................................................................................................................ 17
c. Travelling........................................................................................................................................... 17
d. Steering............................................................................................................................................. 18
e. Braking.............................................................................................................................................. 18
f. Residual lift diagram.......................................................................................................................... 19
g. Lifting ................................................................................................................................................ 19
h. Lowering ........................................................................................................................................... 19
i. Mast movement (extended/ retracted)............................................................................................... 19
j. Fork side-shift (left/ right)................................................................................................................... 20
k. Fork tilts (up/ down) .......................................................................................................................... 20
l. Malfunctions....................................................................................................................................... 20
m. Emergency....................................................................................................................................... 20
7. BATTERY CHANGES AND REPLACEMENT ..................................................................................... 20
a. Charging ........................................................................................................................................... 21
8. REGULAR MAINTENANCE................................................................................................................. 22
a. Maintenance checklist...................................................................................................................... 22
b. Lubricating points.............................................................................................................................. 24
c. Check and refill hydraulic oil............................................................................................................. 25
d. Checking electrical fuses.................................................................................................................. 25
9. TROUBLE SHOOTING........................................................................................................................ 26
10. Hydraulic circuit diagram.................................................................................................................... 28
11. DIAGNOSTICSAND TROUBLESHOOTING, DISPLAY,AND WIRING DIAGRAM .......................... 29
a. Display (truck with 1232SE controller) ............................................................................................. 30
b. Display (truck with F4A controller).................................................................................................... 48
c. Display (truck with Inmotion controller)............................................................................................. 61
12. Declaration of Conformity (valid for sale in the EU)........................................................................... 79

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1. CORRECT APPLICATION
To ensure the safety of personal and equipment, drivers shall observe the following precautions:
1. Only drivers who have been trained and hold a industrial trucks driving license can drive this truck;
2. This reach truck is suitable for hard and flat indoors floor conditions;
3. Check the control and alarm devices before driving this reach truck. If any damage or defect is
found, it shall be operated after repair;
4. During handling, the load shall not exceed the specified value. Both forks should go under the
goods and load should be evenly placed on the forks. Unbalanced loading is prohibited and picking
up objects with single fork is not allowed;
5. Start, steer, drive, brake and stop slowly and smoothly. Slow down when steering on wet or smooth
floors;
6. When driving this reach truck with goods, lower the goods as low as possible and the forks should
be tilted backward;
7. Be careful when driving on the slope: move forward uphill, move backward downhill, avoid steering
uphill or downhill;
8. When driving this reach truck, pay attention to pedestrians, obstacles and potholes, and pay
attention to the clearance above the reach truck;
9. It is not allowed to stand on forks or truck;
10. It is not allowed to stand under or walk under the elevated part of the truck;
11. Only operate the truck from the driver's position;
12. Do not handle unsecured or loosely packed goods, and carefully handle goods in large size;
13. When driving in the racks, drive slowly, move straightly in and straightly out, when the fork is not
completely removed from the racks, do not steer in case of collision.
14. For high lifted trucks, try to make the mast tilted back, and the tilting forward and backward during
loading and unloading should be done within the minimum range;
15. Immediately stop using when the failure occurs, and the label shall be clearly indicated;
16. Lower the forks to the ground when leaving the truck, park the truck on level ground, turn off the
power and remove the key.
It is only allowed to use this electric reach truck according to this instruction manual.
The capacity is marked on capacity sticker as well on the identification plate. The operator has to pay
attention to the warnings and safety instructions.
Operating lighting must be minimum 50 Lux.
Modification
No modifications or alterations to this reach truck which may affect, for example, capacity, stability or
safety requirements of the truck, shall be made without the prior written approval of the original truck
manufacturer, its authorized representative, or a successor thereof. This includes changes affecting, for
example braking, steering, visibility and the addition of removable attachments. When the manufacturer
or its successor approve a modification or alteration, they shall also make and approve appropriate
changes to capacity plate, decals, tags and operation and maintenance manual.
Only in the event that the truck manufacturer is no longer in business and there is no successor in the interest to the business, may the
user arrange for a modification or alteration to a powered industrial truck, provided, however, that the user:
a) arranges for the modification or alteration to be designed, tested and implemented by an engineer(s) expert in industrial trucks and
their safety,
b) maintains a permanent record of the design, test(s) and implementation of the modification or alteration,
c) approves and makes appropriate changes to the capacity plate(s), decals, tags and instruction handbook, and
d) affixes a permanent and readily visible label to the truck stating the manner in which the truck has been modified or altered, together
with the date of the modification or alteration and the name and address of the organization that accomplished those tasks.
By not observing these instructions, the warranty becomes void.

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2. DESCRIPTION OF THE REACH TRUCK
a.Overview of the main components
Fig. 1: Overview of main components
1. Seat assembly
2. Accelerator pedal
3. Brake pedal
4. Safety pedal switch
5. Control unit
6. Steering wheel
7. Key switch
8. Display
9. Pin-code panel
10. Overhead guard
11. Mast
12. Parking brake switch
13. Lamp switch
14. Emergency button
15. Side-shift control stick (left/ right)
16. Fork tilt control stick
17. Mast control stick (extended/ retracted)
18. Lifting and lowering control stick
19. Direction control button
20. Horn button
21. Main power switch
22. Fork
23. Load wheel

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b.Main technical data
h3h3
h4h4
α
β
h2h2
l4l4
c
Q
l
s
h6h6
h1h1
h7h7
h8h8
m2m2
y
l7l7
l1l1
x
l2l2
238238
b2b2
a/2a/2
b1b1
b11b11
b4b4
WaWa
a/2a/2
b5b5 b3b3
Fig 2: Structure schematic drawing

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Table 1: Main technical data for standard version
Type sheet for industrial truck acc. to VDI 2198
Distinguishing mark
1.2
Manufacturer’s type designation
RT16Li
1.3
Drive: electric (battery type, mains, ...), diesel,
petrol, fuel gas
Battery
1.4
Operator type: hand, pedestrian, standing, seated,
order-picker
Seated
1.5
Rated capacity/ rated load
Q(t)
1.6
1.6
Load centre distance
c(mm)
600
1.8
Load distance, centre of drive axle to fork
x(mm)
310
1.9
Wheelbase
y(mm)
1400
Wei
ght
2.1
Service weight (with battery)
kg
3700
Tyres
3.1
Tires
Polyurethane
wheels
3.2
Tire size, front
xW (mm)
343×140
3.3
Tire size, rear
xW (mm)
280×110
3.5
Wheels, number front/ rear(x=driven wheels)
2/1x
3.7
Tread
b11 (mm)
1160
Dimensions
4.1
Tilt of fork carriage forward/backward
α/ β(°)
4°/-2°
4.2
Height, mast lowered
h1(mm)
3900
4.3
Free lift
h2(mm)
3290
4.4
Lift
h3(mm)
9500
4.5
Height, mast extended
h4(mm)
10410
4.7
Height of overhead guard (cabin)
h6(mm)
2200
4.19
Overall length
l1(mm)
2410
4.20
Length to face of forks
l2(mm)
1260
4.21
Overall width
b1 (mm)
1270
4.22
Fork dimensions DIN ISO 2331
s/ e/ l(mm)
40/120/1150
4.25
Fork spread
b5 (mm)
240/760
4.28
Reach distance
l4(mm)
485
4.31
Ground clearance, laden, below mast
m1(mm)
75
4.33
Aisle width for pallets 1000×1200 crossways
Ast (mm)
2770
4.34
Aisle width for pallets 800×1200 lengthways
Ast (mm)
2830
4.35
Turning radius
Wa(mm)
1650
4.37
Length across wheel arms
l7(mm)
1780
Perfo
rman
ce
5.1
Travel speed, laden/ unladen
km/h
10.5/10.5
5.2
Lift speed, laden/ unladen
m/s
0.38/0.50

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5.3
Lowering speed, laden/ unladen
m/s
0.48/0.4
5.4
Reaching speed, laden/ unladen
m/s
0.15/0.15
5.8
Max. gradeability, laden/ unladen
%
10/15
5.10
Service brake
Hydraulic brake
Electric-engi
ne
6.1
Drive motor rating S2 60min
kW
6.4
6.2
Lift motor rating at S3 15%
kW
12.5
6.4
Battery voltage/ nominal capacity K5
(V)/(Ah)
51.2/350
6.5
Battery weight
kg
250
Addition data
8.1
Type of drive unit
Three-phase AC
8.2
Operating pressure for attachments
bar
150
8.3
Oil volume for attachments
l/min
40
8.4
Sound pressure level at driver’s seat
dB (A)
＜70
Table of masts (RT 16Li)
Designation
Lift
h3 mm
Free lift
h2 mm
Height, mast lowered
h1 mm
Height, mast extended
h4 mm
Two stage mast
standard lift
3000
140
2100
3910
3500
140
2350
4410
4000
140
2600
4910
4500
140
2850
5410
Three stage
mast FFL
(Full Free Lift)
4500
1563
2235
5410
5000
1730
2400
5910
5500
1897
2568
6410
6000
2063
2735
6910
6500
2230
2900
7410
7000
2397
3068
7910
7500
2563
3234
8410
8000
2730
3400
8910
8500
2897
3567
9410
9000
3063
3734
9910
9500
3230
3900
10410

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Table of masts (RT 20Li)
Designation
Lift
h3 mm
Free lift
h2 mm
Height, mast lowered
h1 mm
Height, mast extended
h4 mm
Two stage mast
standard lift
3000
140
2100
3910
3500
140
2350
4410
4000
140
2600
4910
4500
140
2850
5410
Three stage
mast FFL
(Full Free Lift)
4500
1563
2235
5410
5000
1730
2400
5910
5500
1897
2568
6410
6000
2063
2735
6910
6500
2230
2900
7410
7000
2397
3068
7910
7500
2563
3234
8410
8000
2730
3400
8910
8500
2897
3567
9410
9000
3063
3734
9910
9500
3230
3900
10410

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c.Description of the safety devices and warning labels (Europe and
other, excepting USA)
Warning labels:
k g
前移 式叉车
额 定载 荷 重量
自 重
最 大 起升 高度
制 造 日期
V
kg
额 定 电压
产 品 编号
型 号 kg
k g
kg
mm
最大蓄电池重量 最小蓄电池重量
特种设备制造许可证编号：TS2510350-2021
诺力智 能 装备股 份有限 公司 /浙江省 长 兴县太 湖街道 中央 大道1888号
无载无蓄电池重量
XXXX
XXX
XXX
XXXXX
XXXX
XX X XXX
XXX
Tel:4008—836115
设 备 代码
本车仅限在工厂厂区、旅游景区、游乐场所使用
工 厂 货号
A
B
C
D
E
F
A
G
G
H
I
J
K
RT16LiRT16Li
Fig 3: Warning labels
A. Crane hook label: The place for allowed crane.
B. Warning label: Do not stand under or on the fork, otherwise it may cause injury.
C. Warning label: Do not stand inside mast or reach your hand inside, otherwise it may cause injury.
D. Model sticker: Indicate the type of the truck.
E. Identification plate (ID-plate): Indicate the basic information of truck, such as specification,
production date, product number, etc.
F. Hand pinching warning label: There is a risk of hand injury at this position.
G. Fork loading label: The fork insertion position during loading.
H. Oil filling sticker: Hydraulic oil should be filled at this position.
I. Seat belt sticker: Seat belt should be fastened when driving.
J. Reading warning label: Read and follow service manual.
K. Logo sticker

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Safety device:
Fig 4: Safety devices
Emergency button: Please press this button immediately to cut of the power supply when the truck is
out of control, all lifting-, lowering-functions will be stopped.
Key switch: To prevent against unauthorized access, turn the key counterclockwise and pull it out.
Brake: To stop the truck when it is driving.
Tip over protection: To reduce the risk of side tip over of the truck. It’s forbidden to remove the
protection.
Pedal switch: Operate the truck with left foot on the foot pedal switch, otherwise it will be failed.
Attention: Emergency button, drive key switch, brake, rollover protection, pedal switch and hydraulic
circuit explosion-proof valve are safety devices of the truck. Safety devices and labels above must be
kept in good condition, please replace in time in case of damage or absence.

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d.Identification plate (ID-plate)
3. WARNINGS, RESIDUAL RISK AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Do not use truck in environments with explosive gas, explosive dust or acid and
alkali corrosion;
Do not use truck in the environment with poor outdoor or ground conditions;
Do not put feet or hands under or inside the lifting mechanism;
Do not stand in front or behind the truck while driving or lifting/lowering;
Do not overload, the load weight and lifting height must meet load curve
requirements;
Do not put foot outside the truck when driving which may cause injuries;
Do not lift people may which may cause people falling down and severe injury
suffering;
Do not push or pull goods;
Do not drive the truck on slopes;
Do not use truck with unstable, loose or unbalanced load, gravity center must be
between two forks;
To prevent against unauthorized access, park the truck, turn off the power and pull
out the key;
Do not make any truck modification without written consent from manufacturer;
Do not lift the cargo in the case of wind. Lifting will be unstable under the wind
influence.
Watch difference in floor levels when driving. Load could fall down or the truck could get uncontrollable.
Keep watching the condition of load. Stop operating the truck if load becomes unstable.
Brake the truck and activate the emergency button by pushing when sliding load on or off the truck. If the
truck has any malfunctions, follow chapter 8.
Fig 5: Identification plate

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The truck is intended to be used on hard and flat ground indoors whose roughness
should be within 1cm/m2;
The operator should hold driving license and have been trained;
When operating the truck, the operator has to wear safety shoes.
The truck is intended to be used with ambient temperatures between +5°C ~+40°C ;
The operating lighting must be minimum 50 Lux.
4. COMMISSIONING, TRANSPORTING, DECOMMISSIONING
a. Commissioning
After receiving our new reach truck or for re-commissioning you have to do following before (firstly)
operating the truck:
Check if all parts are included and not damaged
Mast installation (please follow the instructions to install mast);
Do the work according to the daily inspections as well as functional checks.
Check battery installation and charge instructions (follow chapter 7).
Mast assembling:
Mast assembling required equipment:
Lifting equipment:
Driving ( 5 tons maximum load ) or fork lifting ( 3 tons load capacity and 4.5 m lifting height)
Assistant tools: S24 wrench, crowbar.
Safety precautions:
Assembling operators must take appropriate training or be trained by professional personnel on-site to
guide the assembling operation.
Operators for lifting equipment must get appropriate operating qualifications.
If the truck is directly forked on the crossbeam of the mast, the mast and the fork carriage must be tied
together with the protection rope to avoid the risk of slipping.
Fig 6: Mast assembling

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Table 2: Weight of truck chassis and mast
Type
RT16Li
Truck carriage pack weight [kg]
2100
Truck carriage pack size [mm]
1800x1300X2200
Lift height H3 [mm]
5500
7500
9500
Mast pack weight [kg]
1240
1420
1600
Mast pack size [mm]
3900x1000X700
3900x1000X700
3900x1000X700
b.Loading and unloading/ transportation
When load and unload the truck, refer to the guide diagram below. The weight for chassis and mast is
shown in table 2, for the whole truck weight, please the ID plate.
Hoist truck chassis Hoist whole truck Fork position for loading the truck
Fig 7: Loading and unloading
Loading and unloading
USE DEDICATED CRANE AND LIFTING EQUIPMENT.
DO NOT STAND UNDER THE SWAYING LOAD.
DO NOT WALK INTO THE HAZARDOUS AREA DURING LIFTING.
PLACE THE TRUCK ON ALEVEL GROUND.

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Transportation
DURING TRANSPORTATION ON A LORRY OR TRUCK, ALWAYS FASTEN THE
TRUCK SECURELY.
Lower the forks and park the truck securely.
Fasten the truck according to Fig. 8, put the wood blocks under the driving cab to prevent damage
to the driving wheel in transporting.
Fig 8: Fixing points
c.Storage
Lower the forks to the lowest position, as shown in Figure 8, padded the cabin with sleepers to lift the
drive wheel to prevent damage due to long-term storage.
Apply grease to all lubrication points mentioned in this manual (regular inspection) to prevent rust and
dust accumulation on the truck.
Charge trucks that have been out of service for a long time once a month to prevent damage to battery.
For trucks that are eventually scrapped and out of service, please hand them to the relevant recycling
company. According to regulations, oil, batteries and electronic components are recycled or treated in a
harmless manner.

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5. REGULAR INSPECTION
This chapter describes pre-shift checks before putting the truck into operation.
Regular inspection is effective to find the malfunction or fault on this truck. Check the truck on the
following points before operation.
REMOVE LOAD FROM TRUCK AND LOWER THE FORKS.
DO NOT USE THE TRUCK IF ANY MALFUNCTION IS FOUND.
Check for scratches, deformation or cracks.
Check if there is any oil leakage from the cylinder.
Check the function of driving in both directions
Check the chain and rollers are without damage or corrosion.
Check the smooth movement of the wheels.
Check the function of the emergency brake by activating the emergency button.
Check the functions of foot brake.
Check the lifting and lowering functions.
Check the seat is assembled tightly.
Check the function of horn.
Check if all bolts and nuts are tightened firmly.
Check the function of key switch.
Check the function of speed limitation.
Visual check if there are any broken electric wires.
If supplied with a backrest extension, check it for damages and correct assembling.

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6. OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS
a. Operational control devices
Fig. 9: Operational control devices
b. Power-on the truck
Before operating this truck, please make sure that the load or other equipment will not
cause insufficient visibility, and ensure that the load is level and placed stably.
Pull the emergency button (1), insert the key switch (2), and turn it clockwise to "ON"
position, then step on the safety pedal switch (6). Before start the truck, please activate the
horn button (13) by pressing it to warn others if necessary. The truck is power on.
Note: please set the direction switch in the neutral position before power-on the truck,
otherwise the operation sequence fault will occur.
c. Travelling
After starting the truck by turning the inserted key to “ON”position, firstly step the safety
pedal switch (6), then put your hand on the operating area. Move the switch to the forward
or backward direction, and adjust the travelling speed by controlling the accelerator pedal

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(4) carefully until it reaches your desired speed. The speed will be slower if you release the
accelerator pedal, control the speed to ensure safety. If you need abrupt deceleration,
please stamp the brake pedal (5).
Carefully drive the truck to the destination. Observe the route conditions and adjust the
travelling speed by operating the accelerator pedal.
This truck is equipped with adequate safety equipment to avoid accidents. When the height
of the fork is higher than the free lifting height, the speed of the truck will be reduced for
smooth travelling and safe work. When the forks lower below the free lifting height, the
lower the fork height, the slower the truck.
Please keep the lifting height of the fork below 0.5m when you need to travel over a longer
distance.
Please drive the truck to the safe storage area and lower the forks to the lowest position
after every use. Turn the key counterclockwise to "OFF" position and remove the key.
Attention: Turn on the power, the system will start self-inspection. When there is something
wrong with the electrical system, such as open circuit, short circuit, or active button, if you
stamp the pedal switch, speed control device is not in the neutral position, and the truck
cannot be operated and a fault code appears, only when the fault from electrical system is
solved, the truck can be operated normally.
d. Steering
The truck is equipped with an electric steering system. Take care by operating a truck with
this kind of system.
Steer the truck by turning the steering wheel clockwise and counterclockwise. Turn the
steering wheel to make the drive wheel move straightly forward, truck will reach full speed.
Turn the steering wheel a certain angle to turn the drive wheel to achieve steering. During
steering, when the turning angle is larger than ±10°, comparing with straight driving, the
steering speed is different, the larger the turning angle, the slower the speed, which
ensures the smooth steering and safe operation.
e. Braking
The braking performance depends on the track conditions and the load conditions of the truck.
When driving the truck, if the right foot releases the accelerator pedal, the truck begins to decelerate.
If you need a shorter braking distance, please directly step on the brake pedal until the truck stops;
Release the safety pedal switch (6), the braking function is activated and the truck will be stopped.
Press the emergency button (1), the braking function is activated and the truck will be stopped..
Attention: when there is load on the forks, the brake should be activated slowly. Do not use emergency
braking to prevent the load from falling.