Crown WAV60 Operator Manual

WORK ASSIST VEHICLE

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“Hello”

Welcome to your Wave Operator Manual. This
manual has been designed to provide you with
specific information regarding the safe operation
of the Wave work assist vehicle. As you will see
in this manual, we’ve made it easy to use and
understand, as well as informative.

Be aware though that only trained and authorized
operators are permitted to use the vehicle. This
manual is only one part of a complete operator
training program that includes live presentations,
hands-on training, and practice on the vehicle;
all of which must be provided by an authorized
trainer before you are permitted to operate any
Wave vehicle.

Know the Hazards

EACH WARNING LABEL ON YOUR VEHICLE IS
IMPORTANT

Read and obey all of them to protect
yourself and others.

WARNING

Do not operate this vehicle unless you
are trained and authorized.

You or people around you could be
seriously injured or even killed if you don’t
used this vehicle correctly.

Read the Manuals.

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You Must be Trained

Be A Safe Operator

Platform Safety

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Vehicle Operation

Power On & Off

Braking

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Turning

Raising & Lowering

Rail Guidance

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Display
Switch Panel

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Load Handling

Vehicle Capacity

Load Deck

Load Tray

Vehicle Maintenance

Daily Safety Check

Service Panel

Manual Lowering Valve

Battery Maintenance

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What’s In It For You

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

The better you understand your vehicle and how to use
it, the better and safer operator you can be. Here are
some guides to using this manual.

SECTION TAB

Along with the table of contents, you can use the
colored tabs to quickly find the major sections.

PAGE TOPIC

You will find the
topic of each
page here. Some
topics require
more than
one page.

PAGE SUBTOPIC

You will find the
subtopics here.

INSTRUCTIONS

On many pages
the various topics
are numbered to
help guide you
through the page.

NOTES

Extra information
on topics will
be placed in
“note” blocks.

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Raising & Lowering

Push either the Raise button or the
Lower button to raise or lower the
platform. Release the button when
you get to the desired height.

RAISE & LOWER WILL BE AFFECTED BY:

• Hands and feet not in travel position.

• Position of gates.

Note:

• Low battery charge.

• Someone or something on motor cover.

• Position of service-panel switches.

MOTOR COVER INTERLOCK

This feature will cut out raise,
lower and travel if someone
or something is pushing down
on the motor cover, which is
located below the platform.

Know the Hazards

• Watch out for people below and around you.

• Falling objects can injure others. Make sure loads are
stable and secure.

• Close the gates whenever you raise the platform.

• If raise or lower won’t stop, press the
Power Disconnect.

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“KNOW THE HAZARDS”

Watch for and read these special blocks. You will find
information about possible safety hazards and how to
avoid them.

“HOW-TO” DRAWINGS

On many pages you will find pictures as well as text
to help you understand how to use your vehicle safely
and productively.

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Be A Safe Operator

Make Sure You Are Ready To Drive

Make Sure Your Vehicle Is Ready

Drive Cautiously, Be Alert

Watch Out For Other People

Avoid Falls and Tipovers

When Leaving Your Vehicle

Know The Hazards

You Must Be Trained
A Moving Vehicle Can Be Dangerous

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Platform Safety

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Keep Your Feet On The Platform

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Use The Gates

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Stay Close To Your Work

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Do not operate this vehicle unless you
are trained and authorized.

You or people around you could be

seriously injured or even killed if you don’t
use this vehicle correctly.

Read the Manuals.

Obey all warnings and instructions in the
Manuals and on the vehicle.

Inspect your vehicle before using it. Make
sure it is in good working order.

Stop vehicle fully before getting off.

Watch out for people around you.

Falling objects can injure others.

Make sure loads are stable.

Tipovers are very serious accidents.

Make certain your path is clear of debris,
holes, or anything that could cause the
vehicle to tip over.

Keep gates closed while elevated.

Stay off railing and load areas.

Don’t use other objects to stand on. Keep
your feet on the platform oor.

You can be crushed by going under a
rack. Look where you’re driving.

Stay off ramps or grades.
You could lose steering control.

Operate on level surfaces only.

DANGER

This platform is not insulated.

You could be burned or even killed

if you or your vehicle comes too
close to electrical devices or wires.

Know that voltages you may be
exposed to, and what the safe
working distance is.

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WARNING

This vehicle does not have
brakes, steering or travel
control when the switch is in
Push Mode.

Do not push vehicle while
operator is on platform.

Pushing speed must not
exceed 2 MPH.

Leaving the switch in Push
Mode may damage the battery.

Return switch to Drive Mode
after moving the vehicle.

WARNING

WARNING

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Drive Mode

Push Mode

Standing or riding

on any load area

could cause a fall.

Stay off all
load areas.

WARNING

You could be struck or crushed by
the lowering platform.

Keep your entire body away
from area under platform.

While servicing, block the platform
so it won’t fall or accidentally lower.

WARNING

Stay clear of all
moving parts.

Moving parts
can cut or crush
hands, feet,
arms or legs.

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You Must Be Trained

A MOVING VEHICLE CAN BE
DANGEROUS

You or others around you can
be seriously injured or even
killed if you are not careful or
don’t know how to use this
vehicle correctly.

This notice indicates that

Attendee

has successfully completed a Crown
Equipment Corporation Operator Training Pro-
gram utilizing videotapes, classroom discussion,
hands on operation and testing for the
following models:

Crown Manual of Responsibility

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YOU MUST BE TRAINED

Only trained and authorized operators are permitted to
use this vehicle.

This manual is one part of a complete training program.
The program also includes watching the Training Video,
reviewing the Crown Manual of Responsibility, along
with hands-on training and practice on the vehicle. You
must successfully demonstrate understanding of the
material presented and be able to safely operate the
vehicle before your training is completed.

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CROWN MANUAL OF RESPONSIBILITY

The User shall ensure that the vehicle is operated and
maintained according to the Crown Manual of
Responsibility.

A copy of the Manual of Responsibility, along with the
Service Manual, is stored in a tube under the platform.
Return the manuals to the tube after use.

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MAKE SURE YOU ARE READY TO DRIVE

• Don’t use this vehicle unless you are trained and authorized.

• Know how your vehicle works, and the hazards that go
with it. Don’t drive the vehicle if you have any doubts.

• Find the Data Label on the mast. Make certain you
understand all the information on it. Such as: capacities,
total weight of vehicle, vehicle type and serial number.
This vehicle may not be permitted in areas where there
are fire hazards. Check with your supervisor.

• Make sure your hands and shoes are clean and dry. Also
make sure that your clothing is proper for the job.

MAKE SURE YOUR VEHICLE IS READY

• Inspect your vehicle before using it (see page 32). If it’s
not working right, or something is broken, report the
problem to your supervisor. Don’t use the vehicle.

• In an open area, check all vehicle operations. Make certain
everything is working right, especially before operating
around other people.

THE MOST IMPORTANT PART OF
THE VEHICLE IS YOU.

DRIVE CAUTIOUSLY, BE ALERT

• Keep the gates closed when you are elevated.

• Drive with the gates open when the platform is lowered.
You may need to get off the vehicle quickly to avoid injury.

• Don’t climb on the rails or any other part of the vehicle.

• Keep your entire body inside the operator area, no matter
how slow the vehicle is moving. A hand or foot caught
between the vehicle and a solid object will be crushed
or even cut off.

• Avoid sudden movement of controls. Learn to use them
smoothly at a moderate, even rate. Sudden control changes
can cause loads to shift or fall. Make sure loads are secure.

• Always be alert to the area around you and watch where
you are driving. You could be pinned or crushed by
objects intruding or poking into the operator area.

• Always check that you can clear overhead objects.

• Check clearances before raising or lowering.

• Be extra careful if you must use your vehicle in an area
where there is a risk of falling objects.

• Make sure you have a clear view in the direction you’re
traveling. Look where you’re going and slow down in
congested areas.

• Slow down and be extra careful on wet or slippery floors.

• Look where you are going before you change direction
of travel. See that you have room to drive and turn.

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WATCH OUT FOR OTHER PEOPLE

• Slow down. Yield or stop for pedestrians. Alert others
when you approach them. Watch out for other
vehicles in the area. Sound the horn when you come
to a crosswalk or intersection.

• Be careful you don’t pin or crush someone.
For example: Never drive your vehicle toward anyone
standing in front of a fixed object.

• Never allow passengers anywhere on your vehicle.

• Make certain the area around and under you is clear of
people before lowering or traveling.

• Keep others away from your vehicle while you’re
working. Don’t ever allow anyone under the load
or platform.

• Watch out for front end swing while turning.

• Don’t let anyone drive your vehicle unless they are
trained and authorized.

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DEVELOP SAFE WORK HABITS.
WORK SAFELY AND LOOK OUT
FOR PEOPLE AROUND YOU.

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AVOID FALLS AND TIPOVERS

• Stay away from the edge of docks and drop-offs.

• Watch where you’re going. Always check that your
path is clear of debris, overhead obstructions or holes
in the floor that could cause your vehicle to tip over.

• Don’t overload your vehicle or handle unstable loads.
Make sure the load weight is evenly distributed.

• Some floors and elevators have weight limits. Make
certain your vehicle, including operator and load, isn’t
too heavy for where you’re driving.

• Don’t drive onto an elevator unless it is authorized.
Check the capacity or load limit, and make sure there
are no people present. Keep vehicle gates open.
Enter load first.

WHEN LEAVING YOUR VEHICLE

• Stop the vehicle and lower the platform completely
before getting off.

• Turn the vehicle off. Remove the key, if necessary, to
prevent unauthorized use.

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Know the Hazards

WATCH OUT FOR PEOPLE AROUND YOU

Pedestrians always have the right-of-way. They can’t
control your vehicle. Start out slowly and don’t drive
too close to them. Be careful at intersections. Check
around the vehicle and under the platform before
lowering or driving.

THERE IS NO SAFE PLACE FOR PASSENGERS

Never allow anyone to stand or ride anywhere on
your vehicle.

FALLING OBJECTS CAN INJURE PEOPLE BELOW YOU

Be careful when handling tools or merchandise. Work
close to racks or shelves when transferring loads.
Make sure loads are stable.

FALLS ARE VERY SERIOUS ACCIDENTS

Keep the gates closed when you are elevated. Don’t
climb on any part of the platform. Never add anything
to the platform to stand or climb on. Don’t climb
down from an elevated platform. Have someone
lower the platform using the override controls on the
service panel, or the manual lowering valve under the
load deck.

HANDS AND FEET CAN BE PINNED OR CRUSHED

Come to a complete stop before leaving your vehicle.
While the vehicle is moving, keep your hands on the
controls and your heels on the pedals. Any part of your
body caught between the vehicle and a solid object
will be crushed or even cut off. If you must use a hand
to stabilize a load, make certain you will not be pinned
or crushed.

AVOID TIPOVERS

Never overload your vehicle. Distribute loads evenly.
Watch out for overhead obstructions like pipes or
electrical conduits. Stay away from the edge of docks
or drop-offs. Be sure your path is clear of debris, holes
or anything that could cause a tipover.

KEEP YOUR VEHICLE UNDER CONTROL

Don’t drive on ramps or grades. You could lose steering
control. Be extra careful and drive slowly over spills or
wet floors. Don’t drive over things in your path.

THIS PLATFORM IS NOT INSULATED

You could be burned or even killed if you or your
vehicle comes too close to electrical devices or wires.
Know what voltages you may be exposed to, and what
the safe working distance is.

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Platform Safety

KEEP YOUR FEET ON
THE PLATFORM

Don’t climb on any
part of the vehicle
or use any other
item to stand on.

USE THE GATES

Close the gates
behind you when you
are elevated. Protect
yourself from falls.

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STAY CLOSE TO YOUR
WORK

Avoid long reaches.
Be careful with tools
or when transferring
merchandise. Watch
out for people
below, and in the
next aisle.

Know the Hazards

FALLS ARE VERY SERIOUS ACCIDENTS

Keep your feet on the platform floor. Don’t climb
on any part of the vehicle, or use anything else to
stand on. Keep gates closed when elevated.

FALLING OBJECTS CAN INJURE OTHERS

Keep your vehicle close to your work. Make sure
loads are stable. Watch out for people below you.

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Switch Panel

Travel Speed Switch

Optional Power Load Tray Switch

Optional Work Light Switch

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Display
Fault Light

Travel Position Light
Battery Charge Display
Service Alerts & Operator Action
Status / Information screens
Notification Screens
Trouble Screens

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THIS IS YOUR WAVE

Use your WAVE (Work Assist
Vehicle) for moving and stocking
materials, or working at low
heights Use on dry, level floors
in temperatures above freezing.

IT’S NOT LIKE AN AUTOMOBILE

• You don’t steer the same.

• You don’t brake the same.

• You don’t accelerate the same.

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HOW TO DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE

• Face the front, or load end of the vehicle.

• Keep your heels on the pedals and hands on the controls.

• Travel with gates open when lowered. Close the gates
behind you when elevated.

• Keep your entire body within the operator area.

• Stop your vehicle and lower completely before getting off.

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Gates Open When Lowered

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Gates Closed When Elevated

GIVE YOUR BODY A BREAK

Take advantage of stop

Hands on Controls

time by flexing your arms
and legs. Staying alert will
help you be a better and
safer driver.

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