Taylor-Dunn Tiger TC50E User manual

MC-T50E-01
Use with Model Numbers:
C0-T50-80
Operator’s Manual
The best way to go about your business
Tiger TC50E
Serial Number Range:
Starting: 198576
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.
WARNING
F

Your satisfaction is our #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 5/23/2016
Revision F, 8/15/2018, contents subject to change without notice
Taylor-Dunn®Mfg.
2114 W. Ball Rd.
Anaheim, CA 92804
(800)-688-8680
[phone]
(FAX) [phone]
Visit our Web site: www.taylor-dunn.com
My Vehicle information
Serial Number: .
Date Purchased: .
Date Delivered: .
Dealer Purchased From: .
Salesman Name: .

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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 serviceshouldbe obtained through
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

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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 experiencearean invaluableasset,and itis anassetwe cherishandprotect. Ourguiding
principle is to provide application-specic solutions, which are reliable, efcient, and economical.
Ourdomesticand international network of qualityTaylor-Dunn Dealers and Parts &ServiceSupport
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 - 12,000pounds
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 allTigerTractorproducts.
Shown below is just a small sample of what Taylor-Dunn has to offer to keep
your business moving:

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Contact Information...............................................3
The Taylor-Dunn Corporation: .............................4
Introduction 8
Who Should Read This Manual........................................8
About This Manual............................................................8
Glossary of Terms....................................................9
Conventions .............................................................11
Signal Words and Their Denitions:..................................11
Safety Alert Message........................................................11
Responsibilities........................................................12
Of the Owner.....................................................................12
Of the Operator.................................................................12
Of the Passengers ...........................................................12
Of the Service Personnel..................................................12
Vehicle Modications ..............................................13
Replacement Parts ..................................................14
Using Non-OEM Replacement Components:...................14
About Your Vehicle 15
Licensing Requirements ...................................................15
Vehicle compliance...........................................................15
Electric tow trucks:............................................................15
How to Identify Your Vehicle .................................16
Data Plate.........................................................................16
Where to Find Data Plate and Serial Number...................16
Taking Delivery of Your Vehicle 17
What To Do If a Problem is Found........................17
Driver Training 18
Driver Qualications..........................................................18
Vehicle Controls 19
Horn Switch.......................................................................19
Start Switch.......................................................................19
Directional Signal Indicator Light ......................................19
Emergency Stop Switch....................................................19
Dash Display.....................................................................19
Strobe Light Switch...........................................................19
High Beam Indicator Light.................................................19
Headlights.........................................................................19
Windshield Wiper..............................................................20
High Beams (headlight) ....................................................20
4-Way ashers ..................................................................20
Directional Signal Switch ..................................................20

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Interlocks...........................................................................20
Shift lever..........................................................................20
Parking Brake ...................................................................21
Throttle Pedal....................................................................21
Brake Pedal ......................................................................21
Steering.............................................................................21
Tilt Steering.......................................................................21
Seat Adjustments..............................................................22
Inching ..............................................................................22
Power Steering and Brakes..............................................23
ClearView Display.............................................................24
Battery Status Indicator.....................................................27
System Faults...................................................................28
Vehicle Operation 29
General Safety Guidelines................................................29
Seat Belts (optional)..........................................................31
All Seat Belt Types............................................................32
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts ...............................32
Lap Belts Only...................................................................32
Seat Belts While Pregnant................................................32
Safety Belt Maintenance...................................................32
Starting..............................................................................33
Driving...............................................................................34
Loading Cargo ..................................................................36
Transporting Pets..............................................................36
Vehicle Load Capacity, Denition......................................37
Collisions or Accidents......................................................37
Towing......................................................................38
Draw Bar Pull (DBP), Denition ........................................38
Charging Your Vehicle 40
Generic Safety Guidelines......................................40
Charging Time...................................................................41
New Battery Break In........................................................41
AC Power Source .............................................................41
Charger Connector ...........................................................42
Storing and Returning to Service 42
Storing Your Vehicle..........................................................42
Returning to Service .........................................................42
Vehicle Maintenance 43

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Daily Inspection.................................................................43
Pre-Operation Inspection..................................................43
Interlock Switch Inspection....................................44
Start Switch ......................................................................44
Operator Presence Switch................................................44
Parking Brake Switch:.......................................................44
Brake Interlock Switch ......................................................45
Charger Interlock Switch...................................................45
Maintenance Schedule .....................................................46
Maintenance Guidelines for Severe Duty Applications.....46
Battery Maintenance...............................................47
Cleaning............................................................................48
Watering............................................................................48
Removing the Battery.............................................49
Tires..........................................................................50
Changing a Tire/Wheel assembly.....................................50
Tire Rotation......................................................................51
Replacing a Tire................................................................51
Brake Fluid Level....................................................52
Hydraulic Fluid Level.............................................53
Fluid Specications: ..........................................................53
Cleaning ...................................................................54
Glass.................................................................................54
Plastic Windows................................................................54
Seats / Soft Doors.............................................................54
Interior...............................................................................54
Exterior Body ....................................................................54
Cleaning the Seat Belts ....................................................54
Under Carriage .................................................................54
Battery...............................................................................54
Standard Specications 55
Index 56
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
Operating servicing and maintaining a passenger or off road vehicle can
expose your to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide,
phthalates, and lead which are known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Tominimizeexposure,avoidbreathingexhaust,donotidletheengineexcept
as necessary, service your vehicle in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves
or wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle.
For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle
WARNING

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Introduction
Theonly personnel authorized torepair, modify,oradjust any
part of this or anyTaylor-Dunn vehicle is a factory authorized
service technician. Repairs made by unauthorized personnel
mayresultin damage to the vehicle’s systems which could lead
to an unsafe condition resulting in severe bodily injury and/
or property damage. Unauthorized repairs may also void the
vehicle’s warranty.
WARNING
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-Dunnwebsite.Aplace to recordyourvehicleinformation is provided on the insidefrontcover
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.
The purchase of this vehicle shows a belief in high quality products manufactured in the USA.
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 containsinformationabout thestandardequipment and optionsavailable for thismodel.
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.

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Approved Operator
Position
Sit down vehicle
Theoperatorshall be seated intheoperatorseat with back up against
theoperatorseat back cushion.Additionalbacksupportmay beadded
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.The left foot shall
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.
DBP Draw Bar Pull (see below).
Draw bar pull The force seen by the trailer hitch at the rear of the vehicle.
Electrolyte The uid inside of a battery.
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 FloodedLeadAcidBattery.Abattery thatrequires regularmaintenance
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.
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.
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 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.
GLOSSARY OF TERMS
Thereare a number of words and phrases used inthis document thatmay have adifferent,special,
or specic denition when use in the context of this document.

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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.Abattery thatdoes 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 contextwillbereferredto as “Signal words.” The words
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: This signalwordwillbeaccompanied bythe safetyalert symbol(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: Thissignalword willbeaccompaniedbythesafetyalertsymbol(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 ofasafetyalertmessage.
This message will contain information
about a hazard and/or instructions on
avoidinga hazard.The actual size, 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.
Parking brake OFF.
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.
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 to conrm that all passengers are properly seated and properly
using the available restraints.
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 Passengers ...
The passengers are responsible to remain fully seated, keeping their hands, arms, and legs
inside the vehicle at all times. Each passenger should be fully aware of the vehicle’s operation.
All forms of recklessness are to be avoided.
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, oradjust any part of this oranyTaylor-
Dunn vehicle is a factory authorized service
technician. Repairs made by unauthorized
personnel may result in damage to the vehicle’s
systemswhichcould lead to an unsafe condition
resultingin severebodilyinjuryand/orproperty
damage.Unauthorizedrepairsmayalsovoidthe
vehicle’s 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 56.8-2006 Personnel and Burden Carriers:
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 – 2007 Safety Standard for Operator Controlled Industrial
Tow Tractors:
Paragraph 6.2.14:
Modications and additions which affect capacity and safe tow tractor operation shall not be
performedwithout manufacture’spriorwrittenapproval. Capacity, operation,andmaintenance
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)
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, etc.
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 is 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
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:
Electrical components not tested by Taylor-Dunn (or intended for use on other Taylor-Dunn
vehicles) may have unanticipated interaction and/or interference with the vehicle’s control
system resulting in unsafe 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.
To maintain peak performance, always use original Taylor-Dunn replacement parts
intendedforuseonyourvehicle.Taylor-Dunn components aredesigned and testedforuse
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 effect 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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The purchase of your Taylor-Dunn vehicle shows a belief in high quality products manufactured in
theUSA.Your new vehicleoperatesentirely on electricbatterypower.Itisan emissions freevehicle.
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 approved for licensed operation on public roads and highways. This model
conforms to:
• American National Standards Institute Controlled Personnel and Burden Carriers ANSI
B56.9.
• O.S.H.A. Standard Section 1910.178, Powered Industrial Trucks Type E
Vehicle compliance
This vehicle complies with one of the following designations: E, G, LP, or D. The vehicle
identification tag lists the specific 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 stringent
designations are labeled as to the designation. Type EE compliance vehicles will
have the EE1label applied.
Electric tow trucks:
Thisvehicle is designed foroperationonhard smooth roadsurfacessuchas 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.
1 Vehicles approved for EE operation will have a special “EE” decal applied.
This vehicle does not provide protection from lightning, ying objects, or other storm
related hazards.Ifcaughtina storm, immediatelyseekshelterinaccordancewith local
safetyguidelinesforyourarea.Notseekingsheltermayresultinseverepersonalinjury.
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.
Where to Find Data Plate and Serial Number
The vehicle identication number is in three locations as shown in the illustrations below:
Data plate on the kick panel
ID tag on the main frame in
battery compartment.

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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:
WHAT TO DO 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 24 hours
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.
• Accelerator Pedal
• Brake Pedal
• Parking Brake
• Key Switch
• Shift Lever
• Reverse Warning Alarm (if equipped)
• All lights
• Steering Wheel
• Horn
Theonly personnel authorized torepair, modify,oradjust any
part of this or anyTaylor-Dunn vehicle is a factory authorized
service technician. Repairs made by unauthorized personnel
mayresultin damage to the vehicle’s systems which could lead
to an unsafe condition resulting in severe bodily injury and/
or property damage. Unauthorized repairs may also void the
vehicle’s 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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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 56.8-2006 Personnel and Burden Carriers: Part II, Paragraph 6.2a.
• ANSI/ITSDF 56.9 – 2007 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.
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
Personnel and Burden Carriers ANSI B56.8.
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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MC-TC50E-01 Vehicle Controls
Unlessinanemergency,donotactivatethe
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
ininjurytotheoccupantsand/orupsetting
the load being carried or towed.
CAUTION
Horn Switch
#1: Press the horn switch to sound the horn,
release it to turn it off.
Start Switch
#2: 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.
The switch should be in the “OFF” position
whenevertheoperatorleavesthedriver’sseat.
This switch is designed to secure and disable
thevehicle.Thekey can only be removedwhen
the switch is in the “OFF” position.
Directional Signal Indicator Light
#3: These lights located on opposite sides of
the display will ash when the directional signals
are activated.
Emergency Stop Switch
#4: This switch will disconnect main power to
the controller and should only be used in an
emergency. When operated, power to the drive
motor will be interrupted, power steering and
powerbrakeswillbelost, and the lights will turn
off.An additional Emergency Power Off Switch
is located on the rear inching panel.
Dash Display
#5:Thetypeof dash display will varydependent
on the vehicle control system (Sevcon system
shown). Refer to following section for details.
Strobe Light Switch
#6:Optional. Ifequipped withastrobe light,push
thetop of the switchtoturnthe light on. Pushthe
bottom of the switch to turn the light off.
High Beam Indicator Light
#7: This light located will be on when the
headlight high beams are activated.
Headlights
#8: This is a three position rocker switch. All
lights are off when the switch is in the lowest
position (push on bottom of actuator). Only the
parking lights are on when the switch is in the
2nd position (push top of actuator 1-click from
off).Alllightsare on when the switchisinthe 3rd
position (push top of actuator 2-clicks from off).

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Windshield Wiper
#9: Optional. The wiper has a 2-speed wiper
motor. The wiper is off when the switch is in the
lowest position (push on bottom of actuator).
Normal speed is when the switch is in the 2nd
position (push top of actuator 1-click from off).
Fast speed is when the switch is in the 3rd
position (push top of actuator 2-clicks from off).
High Beams (headlight)
#10:Apush button latching switch is located on
the end of the directional switch lever. Depress
and release to turn the high beams on or off.
4-Way ashers
#11: The actuator lever for the 4-way asher is
located behind the directional switch lever. Pull
the actuator out to turn the 4-way ashers on. To
turn the 4-way ashers off, move the directional
switch lever in either direction.
Directional Signal Switch
#12: Use the directional switch lever to indicate
a left or right Turn. Push the lever away
(clockwise) to signal a right turn. Pull the lever
closer (counterclockwise) to signal a left turn.
The directional switch does not automatically
reset. Move the lever to the center off position
after completing a turn.
Interlocks
Operator Presence:Aswitch located under the
driver’s seat disables the power to the vehicle
whenthedriver leaves the seat.The driver must
be seated for the vehicle to operate.
Whenever the driver leaves the vehicle, the
driver should turn the key-switch “OFF”, place
the Shift Lever in the center “OFF” position.
Foot Brake: Thisvehicle is equipped with a foot
brake interlock. The vehicle control system will
not run if the foot brake is applied.
Parking Brake: This vehicle is equipped with
a parking brake interlock. The vehicle control
systemwillnotrun iftheparkingbrakeis applied.
Rear Charger Connector: Aswitch located on
the charger connector disables power to the
vehicle whenever a charger is connected.
Shift lever
Donotdismounttheoperator’sseatwhile
the vehicle is in motion. Getting off of the
seat will activate the Operator Presence
circuit, rapidly slowing the vehicle and
applying the park brake. The abrupt
slowingofthevehiclemayresultin severe
bodily injury.
The operator presence switch is only
one part of the vehicle safety system.
It should not be relied upon as the
only safety feature used to disable or
disengage this vehicle. Doing so could
result in unexpected movement of the
vehicle causing severe bodily injury and/
or property damage.
WARNING
The shift lever has 4-positions.
H (high): Move the shift lever to the right and
then up to the second notch in the index plate.
Highwill allow thevehicleto obtainit’smaximum
speed but will also reduce the running time due
to increased demand from the battery.
L (low): Move the shift lever to the right and
then up to the rst notch in the index plate. Low
should be used while pulling loads greater then
half of the vehicle capacity or pulling any load
up or down a grade.
Off: The lever is shown in the Off position in
the illustration.
Reverse: From the Off position, move the shift
lever to the right and then back.