Taylor-Dunn TT-416 User manual

MT-416-00
Use with Model Numbers:
TT-416-36AC
Operator’s Manual
The best way to go about your business
TT-416
Serial Number Range:
Starting: 214286
Ending: See Introduction Chapter
READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATION OR
PERFORMING MAINTENANCE.
Thismanualcontainsimportant informationregarding
the safe operation and maintenance of this vehicle. This
manual should be kept with the vehicle.
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Your satisfaction is out #1 goal. If you have questions or
concerns with your vehicle, please contact your sales
Representative or Service Advisor at your local dealership.
Taylor-Dunn has a worldwide dealer and distribution network
to provide replacement parts and service for our vehicles.
Refer to our web site, www.taylor-dunn.com, for a dealer
lookup application.
Originally Published 1/9/2020
Revision B, 8/18/2020, contents subject to change without notice
Taylor-Dunn®Mfg.
2114 W. Ball Rd.
Anaheim, CA 92804
(800)-688-8680
[phone]
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My Vehicle information
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CONTACT INFORMATION
Service, Parts, Sales:
Taylor-Dunn has a network of dealers distributed around the globe to support our vehicles.
Informationregardingvehiclesales,replacementparts,or service should beobtainedthrough
your local dealer.
A dealer locator can be found on the Taylor-Dunn website at www.taylor-dunn.com.
If you do not have access to the internet, you can call the factory direct at:
01 [phone]
Feedback regarding this or any Taylor-Dunn manual can be sent to:
Taylor-Dunn Manufacturing
Attn: Tech Writer
2114 West Ball Road
Anaheim, CA 92804
Email: [email protected]

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The Taylor-Dunn Corporation:
Leading Provider of Commercial & Industrial Vehicles since 1949
Taylor-Dunn Manufacturing:
From the day we shipped our rst vehicle in 1949, we have pursued a singular goal: to build tough,
rugged,dependablevehiclestohelp our customers move personnel, equipment, and materials. It’s
that simple. For over sixty years, our standard and custom vehicles - Burden Carriers, Personnel
Carriers, Stock Chasers, Electric Carts, Tow Tractors & more - have been the leading solution for
customers in a broad range of industrial, commercial, and ground-support markets.
Decadesof experience arean invaluable asset,andit is anasset we cherishandprotect. Our guiding
principle is to provide application-specic solutions, which are reliable, efcient, and economical.
Ourdomesticand international network of qualityTaylor-DunnDealers and Parts & Service Support
keeps our customers moving.
Tiger Tractor:
Tiger manufacturing has become a leading manufacturer of internal combustion engine industrial
tractorsandground support equipment. With tractor capacities ranging from 3,000 - 12,000 pounds
drawbar pull, they are ideal for industrial applications as well as aircraft ground support.As with all
Taylor-Dunnvehicles;quality,service, support and reliability are built into allTigerTractor products.
Shown below is just a small sample of what Taylor-Dunn has to offer to keep
your business moving:

Page 5TT-416 Stand Up Tow Tractor
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Contact Information......................3
The Taylor-Dunn Corporation: ....4
Introduction 7
Who Should Read This Manual........... 7
About This Manual............................... 7
Glossary of Terms...........................8
Conventions ....................................10
Signal Words and Their Denitions:..... 10
Safety Alert Message........................... 10
Responsibilities...............................11
Of the Owner:....................................... 11
Of the Operator:................................... 11
Of the Service Personnel:.................... 11
Vehicle Modications .....................12
Replacement Parts .........................13
Purchasing Parts.................................. 13
Using Non-OEM Replacement
Components......................................... 13
Component Installation........................ 13
About Your Vehicle 14
Licensing Requirements ...................... 14
Vehicle compliance.............................. 14
Electric tow trucks:............................... 14
How to Identify Your Vehicle ........15
Data Plate............................................ 15
Where to Find Data Plate and Serial
Number................................................ 15
Taking Delivery of Your
Vehicle 16
If a Problem is Found ....................16
Driver Training 17
Driver Qualications............................. 17
Vehicle Controls 18
1: Start Switch...................................... 18
3: Combination Display........................ 18
4: Hi-Low Speed Switch....................... 18
5: Light Switch...................................... 18
6: Horn Switch...................................... 18
Steering................................................ 19
Throttle/Brake Treadle ......................... 19
Operator Presence Switch (OPS)........ 19
Emergency Stop Switch (ESS)............ 19
Parking Brake ...................................... 20
Combination Dash Display................... 21
Direction Indicator................................ 21
Battery Status / Hour Meter ................. 21
Fault Messages.................................... 21
BSI / Speed.......................................... 21
Vehicle Operation 22
General Safety Guidelines................... 22
Collisions or Accidents......................... 23
Starting................................................. 24
Driving.................................................. 25
Loading Cargo ..................................... 27
Transporting Pets................................. 27
Towing Trailers...............................28
Draw Bar Pull (DBP), Denition ........... 28
Hitch Release....................................... 29
Towing the Vehicle..........................30
Park Brake Bypass Switch................... 31
Vehicle Tie Down Points ...................... 31
Forklifting ............................................. 32
Charging Your Vehicle 33
Generic Safety Guidelines.............33
Charging Time...................................... 34
New Battery Break In........................... 34
AC Power Source ................................ 34
Charger Operation............................... 34
Storing and Returning to
Service 35
Storing Your Vehicle............................. 35
Returning to Service ............................ 35
Troubleshooting 36
Not Running......................................... 36
Running Slow....................................... 36
Runs Only in One Direction ................. 36
Hard to Steer........................................ 36
Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC)..37

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Vehicle Maintenance 38
Daily Inspection.................................... 38
Pre-Operation Inspection..................... 38
Interlock Switch Inspection...........39
Start Switch.......................................... 39
Operator Presence Switch (OPS)........ 39
Battery Door Switch............................. 39
Maintenance Schedule ........................ 40
Maintenance Guidelines for Severe Duty
Applications.......................................... 40
Battery Maintenance......................42
Cleaning............................................... 43
Watering............................................... 44
Changing the Battery.....................45
Lift Out Battery..................................... 45
Side Extract Battery............................. 46
Transporting the Battery....................... 46
Tires.................................................47
Air pressure.......................................... 47
Tire Tread Wear................................... 47
Changing a Tire/Wheel assembly........ 48
Replacing a Tire................................... 49
Cleaning ..........................................50
Cushions.............................................. 50
Interior.................................................. 50
Exterior Body ....................................... 50
Under Carriage .................................... 50
Batteries............................................... 50
Control Panel....................................... 50
Standard Specications 51
Index 52

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MT-416-00 Introduction
Who Should Read This Manual
This manual is intended for use by anyone operating or performing routine maintenance on this
vehicle. Each person should be familiar with the parts of this manual that apply to their use of this
vehicle.
About This Manual
This manual is valid only for the serial numbers listed on the front cover. If the ending serial number
is blank, then this manual was for current production vehicles when printed. If you did not receive
this manual with the vehicle, you should conrm this manual is valid for your serial number at the
Taylor-Dunnweb site.Aplacetorecord your vehicle informationisprovidedon the inside frontcover.
This manual is subject to change without notice. Updates are available through your dealer or the
Taylor-Dunn web site at www.taylor-dunn.com.
Taylor-Dunn is not to be held liable for errors in this manual or any consequential damage that
results from the use of this manual.
Taylor-Dunn, a leading manufacturer of electric burden and personnel carriers since 1949, wants
to be sure this vehicle provides years of reliable service. Please continue to read this manual and
enjoy this high quality Taylor-Dunn vehicle.
This manual is to serve as a guide for the operation and maintenance of your Taylor-Dunn vehicle.
Taylor-Dunn has made every effort to include as much information as possible about the operation
and maintenance of this vehicle.
Thismanual contains informationaboutthe standard equipmentandoptions available forthismodel.
This vehicle may not be equipped with all available options. If you do not know which information
applies to your vehicle, then you should contact your dealer.
Included in this manual are:
• Vehicle Description
• Safety Rules and Guidelines
• Operational Information
• Operator Responsibilities
• Owner Responsibilities
• Control Operation and Location Information
• Maintenance Information
Before operating or performing maintenance on this or any other Taylor-Dunn vehicle, read the
appropriate Taylor-Dunn manual.
Please, be aware of all cautions, warnings, instructions, and notes contained in this manual.
Theonly personnel authorized to repair, modify, or adjust any
part of this or anyTaylor-Dunn vehicle is a factory authorized
service technician. Repairs made by unauthorized personnel
may result in damage to the vehicles systems which could lead
to an unsafe condition resulting in severe bodily injury and/
or property damage. Unauthorized repairs may also void the
vehicles warranty.
WARNING

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Approved Operator
Position
Sit down vehicle
Theoperatorshall be seated in the operatorseatwithback up against
theoperatorseat back cushion.Additional back support maybeadded
as needed. The back support shall be fastened to the operator seat
back cushion to prevent it from falling off the vehicle or onto the seat
cushion. The operator’s left foot shall be on the oorboard. The right
foot should be positioned for easy access to the brake or throttle
pedals. Both hands should be on the steering wheel while the vehicle
is in motion.
Approved Operator
Position
Stand up vehicle
The operator shall be standing on the operator platform with weight
aboutequallydistributedbetween left and right feet.Theleftfootshall
be placed on the left side of the operator platform to properly engage
the operator presence switch. Both hands shall be on the steering
wheel while the vehicle is in motion.
BDI Battery Discharge Indicator. Same as BSI:
BSI Battery Status Indicator. The gauge on the dash showing the battery
charge level. Also can be referred to as BDI.
Caution (signal word) Refer to Signal Words and Their Denitions.
Danger (signal word) Refer to Signal Words and Their Denitions.
Direction Control Switch A switch typically located on the dash that is used to select the
direction of travel.
DBP Draw Bar Pull (see below).
Draw bar pull The force seen by the trailer hitch at the rear of the vehicle.
DTC Diagnostic Trouble Code
Electrolyte The uid inside of a battery.
ESS Emergency Stop Switch
Fault A “fault” is something that happens when the motor speed control
system detects a problem with the vehicle. Some faults will prevent
operation of the vehicle.
FLA battery FloodedLeadAcid Battery.Abatterythatrequiresregular maintenance
of electrolyte level.
FS-1 Switch inside of the throttle module that starts the vehicle moving.
High/Low High speed, Low speed.
LOBB Lift Out Battery Box, a type of removable battery.
Moderate injury An injury treatable by rst aid and/or follow up treatment by a doctor
or other professional medical personnel.
Notice (signal word) Refer to Signal Words and Their Denitions.
OPS • “Operator Protective Structure”: Steel cab or cage around the
occupants.
• “Operator Presence Switch”: A switch that validates the operator
is in the approved operator position
Regen Short term for Regenerative Braking. “Regen” is the braking action
provided by the motor. Similar to downshifting in an automobile.
Energy created during regen is returned to the battery.
GLOSSARY OF TERMS
Thereareanumberof words and phrases used in this document that may have a different,special,
or specic denition when use in the context of this document.

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ROBB Roll Out Battery Box a type of removable battery.
Seating position: When used in the context of occupant seating positions, “seat” is
dened as a single seat cushion or a span of approximately 20 inches
on a bench seat.
Sequence Fault A type of fault that disables the vehicle. Occurs when the switches
require to operate the vehicle are not operated in the correct order.
Service Brake The primary braking system used to stop the vehicle.
Severe bodily injury An injury that requires immediate treatment by a doctor or other
professional medical personnel. Not rst aid.
Signal word A word used to dene hazards to operator, passengers, service
technician, or personnel in the immediate vicinity of the vehicle.
SLA battery SealedLeadAcidBattery.Abatterythatdoes not requiremaintenance
of electrolyte level.
Small children Children that must be transported in a child seat as dened by federal
or state motor vehicle standards.
SRO Static Return to Off.A fault action that disables the vehicle.
Start Switch A switch typically located on the dash that enables the vehicle for
operation. This switch may, or may not require a key to operate.
Warning (signal word): Refer to Signal Words and Their Denitions.

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CONVENTIONS
Symbols and/or words used to dene Dangers, Warnings, Cautions, and Notices are found
throughoutthismanual. The “Words”in this context will be referred to as “Signalwords.” Thewords
dened here as “signal words” may be used elsewhere in the text of this document without being
a signal word. When used as a signal word, the signal word will be enclosed in a solid rectangle
with white background (example below).
Signal Words and Their Denitions:
DANGER: Thissignal word willbe accompanied bythe safetyalertsymbol (seebelow).“DANGER”
will indicate a hazard that, if not avoided, WILL result in death or serious bodily injury
to yourself, the operator or passengers of the vehicle, or people in the immediate area
of the vehicle.
WARNING: This signal word will be accompanied by the safety alert symbol (see below).
“WARNING” will indicate a hazard that, if not avoided, may result in death or serious
bodily injury to yourself, the operator or passengers of the vehicle, or people in the
immediate area of the vehicle.
CAUTION: Thissignalwordwillbeaccompaniedbythesafetyalertsymbol(seebelow).“CAUTION”
will indicate a hazard that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury to
yourself, the operator or passengers of the vehicle, or people in the immediate area
of the vehicle.
NOTICE: This signal word will not be accompanied by the safety alert symbol. “NOTICE” will
indicate a condition that if not avoided may result in property damage. “Property” is
dened and the vehicle, components in the vehicle and/or the surrounding area such
as buildings, other vehicles, etc.
Safety alert symbol (see above).
High voltage hazard.
Explosion hazard.
Corrosive chemical hazard.
Fire hazard.
Poisonous chemical hazard.
Safety Alert Message
Important information notifying you of any
conditions that may result in hazards to yourself,
persons nearby, and/or hazards to the vehicle
will be presented in a text box with a black
border and may include a signal word (see
above). To the right is an example of a safety
message.
The safety message may include additional
warning icons representing the type of hazard.
Below is a list of these icons and what they
represent. These icons may also be included
on the various warning and information decals
applied to the vehicle.
Thisis an example of a safetyalertmessage.
This message will contain information
about a hazard and/or instructions on
avoidinga hazard.Theactualsize, location,
and signal word used for the message box
may vary.
WARNING
Decals applied to the vehicle may have other
icons representing their function. The icons and
their denitions are listed below:
Read the operators manual.
Read the maintenance manual.
Keep arms and legs inside the vehicle.
Parking brake ON (switch DOWN).
Parking brake OFF (switch UP).
Do not get wet.
Do not spray wash.

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RESPONSIBILITIES
Of the Owner:
The owner of this or any Taylor-Dunn vehicle is responsible for the overall maintenance and
repairs of the vehicle, as well as the training of operators.
The owner is responsible for operator training. Refer to Driver Training section for details.
The owner shall provide a copy of this manual if rented or loaned to another party and instruct
the other party to read and understand the contents of this manual.
The owner shall provide a copy of this manual when and if the vehicle is transferred to another
party.
The owner may have additional legal responsibilities as dened by federal, state, and/or local
laws such as OSHA.
Of the Operator:
All operators should complete an operator training course provided by the owner of the vehicle.
The operator is responsible for the proper use of the vehicle on authorized roads, highways,
and approved installations only.
The operator is responsible for the safe operation of the vehicle, preoperational and operational
checks on the vehicle, and the reporting of any problems to service and repair personnel.
Of the Service Personnel:
The service personnel are responsible
for the service and maintenance of the
vehicle. At no time should a service
person allow any untrained personnel to
service or repair this or any Taylor-Dunn
vehicle. For the purposes of training, a
qualied service person may oversee
the repairs or services being made to
a vehicle by an individual in training. At
no time should an untrained individual
be allowed to service or repair a vehicle
without supervision. This manual is not a training guide.
Personnel performing service and repair should have knowledge of:
• Basic standard automotive repair procedures
• Basic DC and AC electrical theory
• AC motor speed control operation
• Use of digital and analog multi-meters
• Lead acid batteries
Personnel performing maintenance should have basic knowledge of standard automotive
maintenance procedures and lead acid batteries.
The only personnel authorized to repair,
modify,oradjustanypartofthisor anyTaylor-
Dunn vehicle is a factory authorized service
technician. Repairs made by unauthorized
personnel may result in damage to the vehicles
systemswhichcould lead to an unsafe condition
resultinginseverebodilyinjury and/orproperty
damage.Unauthorizedrepairsmay alsovoidthe
vehicles warranty.
WARNING

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VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS
Taylor-Dunn vehicles are designed and manufactured in accordance withANSI/ITSDF and OSHA
regulations. Per ANSI/ITSDF and OHSA, modications to the vehicle must be approved by the
manufacturer. Listed below are the specic regulations:
ANSI/ITSDF 56.8 – 2019 Personnel and Burden Carriers
Full text can be obtained at: http://www.itsdf.org/
Paragraph 8.2q:
Modications and additions which affect capacity and safe machine operation shall not be
performed by the customer or user without manufacture’s prior written authorization; where
authorized modications have been made, the user shall ensure that capacity, operation,
warning, and maintenance instructions plates, tags, or decals are changed accordingly.
Paragraph 8.2r:
Careshallbetakentoensurethatallreplacementpartsareinterchangeablewiththeoriginal
parts and of a quality at least equal to that provided in the original equipment.
ANSI/ITSDF 56.9 – 2019 Safety Standard for Operator Controlled Industrial
Tow Tractors
Full text can be obtained at: http://www.itsdf.org/
Paragraph 6.2.14:
Modications and additions which affect capacity and safe tow tractor operation shall not be
performedwithout manufacture’sprior writtenapproval.Capacity,operation,and maintenance
instructions plates, tags, or decals are changed accordingly.
Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 29, Subtitle B, Chapter Xvii OSHA,
Part 1910.178 Powered Industrial Trucks (2011)
Full text can be obtained at: https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber
1910.178(a)(4)
Modications and additions which affect capacity and safe operation shall not be performed
by the customer or user without manufacturers prior written approval. Capacity, operation,
and maintenance instruction plates, tags, or decals shall be changed accordingly.
1910.178(q)(6)
Industrial trucks shall not be altered so that the relative positions of the various parts are
different from what they were when originally received from the manufacturer, nor shall they
be altered either by the addition of extra parts not provided by the manufacturer or by the
elimination of any parts, except as provided in paragraph (q)(12) of this section. Additional
counterweightingofforktrucksshallnotbedoneunlessapprovedbythetruckmanufacturer.
Motor Speed Control Programming
Taylor-Dunn programmable motor speed controls are
programmed at the factory for optimum safe, efcient, and
smooth operation of the vehicle. The program settings
are based on many factors including but not limited to:
Vehicle Model, Maximum Safe Speed, System Voltage,
Drive Axle Conguration, Vehicle Conguration.
Some of the parameters can be changed in the eld Using
PC software or handsets.
Contact the factory for information regarding available alternate program settings.
Taylor-Dunn will only authorize the use of settings obtained from the factory for a specic vehicle.
Any other alterations to the programming ARE NOT AUTHORIZED and are at your own risk.
DO NOT interchange program settings from different vehicle models or models with different
congurations.
Improper programming may
cause unexpected operation of
the vehicle and/or damage the
electrical components. This could
result in severe bodily injury and/
or property damage
WARNING

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REPLACEMENT PARTS
Purchasing Parts
Contact your dealer to order replacement parts for you vehicle. Refer to our web site, www.taylor-
dunn.com, for a dealer lookup application.
Using Non-OEM Replacement Components
To maintain peak performance, always use original Taylor-Dunn replacement parts intended for
use on your vehicle.
Taylor-Dunn components are designed and tested for use on specic Taylor-Dunn model vehicles.
Only use the correct Taylor-Dunn replacement components for your Taylor-Dunn vehicle.
Electrical Components
Electricalcomponents not tested byTaylor-Dunn (orintendedforuse on otherTaylor-Dunn vehicles)
may have unanticipated interaction and/or interference with the vehicles control system resulting
in unsafe vehicle operation or damage to the electrical system.
Mechanical Components
Mechanical components not tested by Taylor-Dunn (or from other model Taylor-Dunn vehicles)
may have an undesirable affect on the operation of the vehicle, result in additional frame stress,
or stress other components resulting in premature failure or an unsafe condition.
Due to the unknown properties of non-Taylor-Dunn tested components or from components not
originally equipped on the vehicle, we cannot approve their use in a Taylor-Dunn vehicle.
Component Installation
Components must be installed properly. Incorrect installation of any part may have an undesirable
affectontheoperation of thevehicle,result in additional framestress,or stress onothercomponents
resulting in premature failure or an unsafe condition.
To maintain peak performance, always use original Taylor-Dunn replacement parts
intendedforuseonyourvehicle.Taylor-Dunncomponents aredesignedandtestedforuse
on specic Taylor-Dunn model vehicles. Only use the correct Taylor-Dunn replacement
components for your Taylor-Dunn vehicle.
Do not modify your vehicle:
Modications to this vehicle may have an undesirable affect on the operation of the
vehicle, result in additional frame stress, or stress other components resulting in
premature failure or an unsafe condition and may lead to an accident resulting in
serious injury or death.
WARNING

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About Your Vehicle
Your new vehicle operates entirely on electric battery power. It is an emissions free vehicle.
Taylor-Dunn, a leading manufacturer of electric burden and personnel carriers since 1949, wants
to be sure this vehicle provides years of reliable service. Please continue to read this manual and
enjoy this high quality Taylor-Dunn vehicle.
Each base model is available in numerous congurations depending on what options were requested
when the vehicle was ordered.
Licensing Requirements
This vehicle is not dened as a motor vehicle and IS NOT approved for licensed operation on
public roads and highways.
Vehicle compliance
This model conforms to one or more of the following:
• American National Standards Institute Controlled Personnel and Burden Carriers ANSI
B56.8.
• American National Standards Institute Controlled Industrial Tow Tractors ANSI B56.9.
• O.S.H.A. Standard Section 1910.178, Powered Industrial Trucks Type G
• O.S.H.A. Standard Section 1910.178, Powered Industrial Trucks Type D
• O.S.H.A. Standard Section 1910.178, Powered Industrial Trucks Type LP
• O.S.H.A. Standard Section 1910.178, Powered Industrial Trucks Type E
• O.S.H.A. Standard Section 1910.178, Powered Industrial Trucks Type EE (see below)
The vehicle data plate lists the specic compliance designation. Operate this vehicle only in
environments consistent with the compliance designation. Operation in other more
hazardous environments can cause injury or death. Vehicles complying with more
stringentdesignations are labeled astothe designation.TypeEEcompliance vehicles
will have the EE label applied.
Electric tow trucks:
This vehicle is designed for operation on hard smooth road surfaces such as around warehouses
or paved lots and may be operated on other hard surfaces such as smooth packed dirt or light
gravel. Operating this vehicle on rough surfaces will result in premature failure of axles, wheel
bearings and/or the vehicle frame.
This vehicle does not provide protection from lightning, ying objects, or other storm
related hazards. If caught in a storm, immediately seek shelter in accordance with local
safety guidelines for your area. Not seeking shelter may result in severe personal injury.
WARNING

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HOW TO IDENTIFY YOUR VEHICLE
Data Plate
To identify the model series of your vehicle, refer to the
vehicle data plate.
The illustration of the data plate to the right is a typical
plate but contents and layout of the plate will vary.
Where to Find Data Plate and Serial Number

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Taking Delivery of Your Vehicle
Inspect the vehicle immediately after delivery. Use the following guidelines to help identify any
obvious problems:
• Examine the contents of all packages and accessories that may have come in separate
packages along with the vehicle.
• Make sure everything listed on the packing slip is there.
• Check that all wire connections, battery cables, and other electrical connections are secure.
• Check battery cells to be sure they are lled.
• Check the tire pressure and tightness of the lug nuts
• Check for any signs of damage.
Check the operation of each of the following controls:
IF A PROBLEM IS FOUND
If there is a problem or damage as a result of shipping, note the damage or problem on the bill of
lading and le a claim with the freight carrier. The claim must be led within 48 hours of receiving
the vehicle and its accessories. Also, notify your dealer of the claim.
If there is any problem with the operation of the vehicle, DO NOT OPERATE THE VEHICLE.
Immediately contact your dealer and report the problem. The report must be made within 1 working
day of receiving the vehicle and its accessories.
The only personnel authorized to repair, modify, or adjust any part of this or any Taylor-Dunn vehicle
is a factory authorized service technician.
• Treadle
• Parking Brake
• Start Switch
• Direction Control Switch
• Reverse Warning Beeper
• All lights
• Steering Wheel
• Horn
• Emergency Stop Switches
• Operator Presence Switch
• Battery door switches
Theonly personnel authorized to repair, modify, or adjust any
part of this or anyTaylor-Dunn vehicle is a factory authorized
service technician. Repairs made by unauthorized personnel
may result in damage to the vehicles systems which could lead
to an unsafe condition resulting in severe bodily injury and/
or property damage. Unauthorized repairs may also void the
vehicles warranty.
WARNING
NOTICE
New front wheel bearing adjustment must be inspected after the rst 24 hours of
operation. This includes new vehicle installations. Failure to inspect the bearings after
the break in period may result in premature failure of the bearings.

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MT-416-00 Driver Training
Per the following regulations, the owner of this vehicle shall conduct an Operator Training program
for all those who will be operating this vehicle:
• ANSI/ITSDF 56.8 – 2019 Personnel and Burden Carriers: Part II, Paragraph 6.2a.
• ANSI/ITSDF 56.9 – 2019 Safety Standard for Operator Controlled Industrial Tow Tractors:
Part II, paragraph 4.11.
• Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 29, Subtitle B, Chapter Xvii OSHA, Part 1910.178
Powered Industrial Trucks (2011): 1910.178, Section (l).
• Per OSHA Regulation, 29 CFR 1910.178 Powered Industrial Truck Operator Training, the
owner must keep a record of conducted training and maintenance performed on the vehicle.
The training program shall not be condensed for those claiming to have previous vehicle operation
experience. Successful completion of the Operator Training program shall be required for all
personnel who operate this vehicle.
The Operator Training program shall include the following:
• Operation of this vehicle under circumstances normally associated with your particular
environment.
• Emphasis on the safety of cargo and personnel.
• All safety rules contained within this manual.
• Proper operation of all vehicle controls.
• A vehicle operation and driving test.
• Any locally imposed training requirements by local government agencies or the company or
facility where the vehicle will be operated.
Additional training is required for applications that involve towing trailers or carts. The level or
type of training may vary depending on the facility where the vehicle is operated and/or the type
of trailers or carts being towed.
Consultthe facilities safety training requirements andmanufacturerof the trailer or cart beingtowed.
Driver Qualications
Only those who have successfully completed the Operator Training program are authorized to
drive this vehicle. Operators must possess the visual, auditory, physical, and mental ability to
safely operate this vehicle as specied in the American National Standards Institute Controlled
Industrial Tow Tractors ANSI B56.9.
The following are minimum requirements necessary to qualify as an operator of this vehicle:
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of each control.
• Understand all safety rules and guidelines as presented in this manual.
• Know how to properly load and unload cargo.
• Know how to properly park this vehicle.
• Recognize an improperly maintained vehicle.
• Demonstrate the ability to handle this vehicle in all conditions.

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Vehicle Controls
1: Start Switch
The Start switch turns the vehicle
electrical control system ON. This
switch may or may not require a key to
operate. Rotate the switch clockwise
to turn the vehicle system “ON” and
counterclockwise to turn the vehicle
system “OFF”. The vehicle will not run
when in the OFF position.
This switch is designed to secure and
disable the vehicle. The key can only
be removed when the switch is in the
“OFF” position.
BEFORE leaving the approved operator
position, turn the start switch OFF and
placethe direction controlswitch in thecenter
OFF position.
2: Directional Control Switch
Thisswitchdeterminesthedirectionof travel
and has an indicator light on the switch. The
switch has three positions:
• FORWARD: Rotate the switch clockwise
to travel forward: Light will be GREEN.
• REVERSE: Rotate the switch counter-
clockwise to travel reverse: Light will be
RED.
• OFF: There is a center position between
forward and reverse, this is the “direction”
OFF position: Light will be OFF. The
direction OFF position does NOT turn the
vehicle control system OFF. Use the Start
switch to turn the vehicle control system
OFF. Refer to Start Switch in this section
for details regarding turning the vehicle
control system OFF.
Note: The OFF position IS NOT neutral and
does NOT disconnect the motor from
the drive train.
3: Combination Display
The gauge on the dash has many functions.
The display will cycle through the functions
while the vehicle is in operation. Some
functions may not be displayed depending
on the current situation of the vehicle. More
detail is provided on the following pages.
4: Hi-Low Speed Switch
Push on top of the High/Low switch (rabbit)
for normal speed. Push on the bottom of the
switch (turtle) for slow speed.
5: Light Switch
Push the top of the headlight switch to turn
the lights on. Push the bottom of the switch
to turn the lights off.
6: Horn Switch
Press the horn switch to sound the horn,
release it to turn it off.
Work Light
The optional overhead light bar is available
with a rear facing work light.
Theswitchforthework light is located on the
light bar; top right facing forward. Toggle the
switch up to turn it on and down to turn it off.
The light should be left off while vehicle is
in operation unless being used to assist in
connecting a trailer or cart..

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Unlessin an emergency,do not activatean
Emergency Stop Switch while the vehicle
is in motion. This vehicle is equipped
withanautomaticelectricparking brake.
Activating the Emergency Stop Switch
will immediately apply the brake and
abruptly stop the vehicle. This may result
ininjury totheoccupantsand/orupsetting
the load being carried or towed.
CAUTION
Steering
The steering wheel and steering system are
similarto an automobile.Toturnright, turnthe
steeringwheel clockwise.To turn left,turn the
steering wheel counter-clockwise.
Tilt Steering
The steering wheel angle can be adjusted.
Push the locking lever to release and then
move the steering wheel to desired angle
and release the lever.
Throttle/Brake Treadle
The treadle located on the right side of the
operator platform is both the brake and
throttle.It isoperatedby thedriver’srightfoot.
Press the rear of the treadle with your heel
to apply the brake.
Press forward on the treadle to accelerate.
Thebrake willbereleasedwhen accelerating.
Operator Presence Switch (OPS)
Aswitch located under the operator platform
disables the power to the vehicle when the
driver exits the vehicle. The driver must be
in the approved operator position for the
vehicle to operate.
Emergency Stop Switch (ESS)
Pushing on an Emergency Stop Switch knob
will immediately and abruptly stop the vehicle.
Rotatetheknobclockwise to reset and continue
normal vehicle operation.
The Emergency Stop Switch should only be
activated if the vehicle must be immediately
stopped. Do not use the switch when only
parking the vehicle.
Note: Operating the switch while in motion
will result in accelerated wear and
premature failure of the parking brake.
DO NOT use the Emergency Stop Switch
knob as a post to hang any item such as a
purse or backpack.
Using the knob as a hanging hook may
interfere with operation of the knob or
cause the Emergency Stop Switch to be
activated by accident; Both may result
in severe bodily injury and/or property
damage.
WARNING

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Interlocks
Operator Presence: OPS: A switch located
under the operator platform disables the power
to the vehicle when the driver exit the vehicle.
The driver must be in the approved operator
position for the vehicle to operate.
Whenever the driver leaves the vehicle, the
driver should turn the key-switch “OFF”, place
the forward-off-reverse switch in the center
“OFF” position.
Battery Door: Two switches located on the left
and right to the rear of the battery compartment
disables power to the vehicle whenever the
battery doors are removed or not properly
installed.
Parking Brake
This vehicle is equipped with an automatically
actuated electromagnetic parking brake.
During normal operation, the parking brake will
beappliedwhenthetreadleisreleasedand the
motor comes to a stop. The brake will release
again when the treadle is pressed for travel.
Unless in an emergency, do not turn the start
switch OFF while the vehicle is in motion.
Turning the start switch OFF will immediately
applythe parkingbrake, stoppingthevehicle and
result in accelerated wear of the brake.
Some motor control system faults will result
in parking brake application or failure of the
brake to release. Should this occur, there is a
brake bypass switch that will release the brake
and allow the vehicle to be moved. For more
information, Refer to Towing This Vehicle later
in this manual.
The brake bypass switch will not function if the
batteries are disconnected or there is a failure
in the vehicle power supply. Should this occur
and the vehicle must be moved then the drive
wheels must be placed on a towing dolly or the
brake removed from the motor.
The park brake should be disabled for
servicing or towing procedures only. Do
notoperatethevehiclewhile theautomatic
park brake is disabled. Operating the
vehicle with the automatic park brake
disabledcould lead to severebodily injury
and/or property damage.
WARNING