Crown Equipment 4000 User Manual
PE
This operator manual has
information for all models of
series PE 4000 plus some
options and accessories.
Some of the illustrations and
information may not apply to
4000 SERiES
Operator Manual
your truck.
The most important component is you.
New Bremen, Ohio 45869 USA © 2003 PF14182-WEB Rev. 6/06 Printed in U.S.A.
PE
It’s the law, you must be trained and certified to operate this
truck.
(OSHA § 1910.178, Rev. 1999)
You or others around you can be seriously injured or even
killed if you don't use this truck correctly.
Read and obey all warnings and instructions in this Manual*
and on the truck.
Head, arms, hands, legs or feet outside the operator area
can be pinned or crushed whenever the truck is moving.
Stay within the operator area and
stop the truck completely
before getting off.
However, falls from docks can cause serious injury or
even death. Immediately exit and move away from the
truck in these emergencies.
Inspect your truck before starting work, make sure it is in
good working order.
* Additional copies of this Operator Manual and all Truck Labels can be
obtained from Crown Equipment Corporation, New Bremen, Ohio 45869
U.S.A.
WARNING
You Must be Trained
IT'S THE LAW, YOU MUST BE TRAINED AND CERTIFIED
Federal law states that only properly trained operators
are permitted to operate a powered industrial truck and
STOP
that your employer must train you and certify that you
are qualified to operate this powered industrial truck.
(OSHA §1910.178, Rev. 1999)
Do not operate this truck
been trained and certified by your employer.
You could be killed or seriously injured
adequately trained for lift truck operation!
in your work place until you have
if you are not
1 Warning
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Copyright 2003 Crown Equipment Corp.
You Must be Trained 2
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Stay clear of all
moving parts.
Moving parts can
cut or crush hands,
feet, arms or legs.
Protect Yourself
Recommended
Walking Path
Know the Hazards
DRIVE CAREFULLY
• When walking, keep to the side of the truck while
traveling power unit first. Make certain the truck won't
hit the back of your leg or foot. Don't let the truck run
over your foot.
• If traveling forks first, keep both hands on the control
handle and be careful when changing direction of travel.
Keep your feet clear of the truck.
• When riding, keep your hands on the controls and feet
on the platform. Keep your body within the operator
area.
• While riding, never stick a foot or any part of your body
outside the truck, no matter how slow the truck is
moving. This truck weighs about 1360 kg or 3000 pounds,
even without a load. You cannot stop or slow it down
with your foot, hand or any part of your body. A foot
or hand caught between the truck and a fixed object
will be crushed or even cut off.
Know the Hazards
LOOK WHERE YOU'RE DRIVING
• You could be pinned or crushed by objects intruding
or poking into the operator area.
• Always be alert to the area around you and watch
where you are driving.
AVOID FALLS
Falls from docks are very serious accidents, you can be
crushed or even killed. Immediately exit and move away
from the truck in these emergencies.
Note: This is not like sit-down rider trucks, where it is
recommended that the operator stay with the truck.
The best way to prevent injury is to know where you are
at all times and follow the rules of safe truck operation.
Be extremely careful when working around docks,
dockboards and trailers.
• Stay away from the edge of docks and ramps. Make
sure dockboards are secure. Check that trailer wheels
are chocked. You could be seriously injured or even
killed in a fall from a dock or dockboard.
• Keep your truck under control at all times. Drive at a
speed that allows you to stop safely. Be even more
careful on slippery or uneven surfaces. Do not drive
over objects on the floor.
• Perform all truck movements smoothly and at a speed
that will give you time to react in an emergency.
3 Protect Yourself
WARNING
USE YOUR TRUCK SAFELY
• Keep your hands and feet away from all moving parts
such as forks or wheels.
• Never allow passengers on the truck. There is no safe
place for them.
• Before you leave your truck:
• Come to a complete stop.
• Lower the forks to the floor.
• Shut the truck off with the key or disconnect the
battery.
• Make certain coast is off.
Protect Yourself 4
Know the Hazards
QuickPick™ Walkalong Control optional 22
QuickPick™ Walkalong Control optional
Know the Hazards
QuickPick™ Walkalong Control optional 22
QuickPick™ Walkalong Control optional
Know the Hazards
Coast Controls optional (continued)
21 Coast Controls optional (continued)
Move control handle to
brake position to stop truck.
Truck will coast
if handle stays in drive
position when released.
WARNI GN
Contents
Warning
You Must be Trained
What's in it for You?
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
The better you understand your truck and how to use it,
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the better and safer operator you can be. Here are some
guides to using this manual.
Protect Yourself
Contents
What's in it for You?
Your Walkie/Rider Pallet Truck
Lift Truck Parts
Capacity Plate
Power On & Off
Steering & Travel
Braking
Raising & Lowering
Traveling
Coast Controls optional
QuickPick™ Walkalong Control optional
Additional Options
Daily Safety Check
Be a Safe Driver
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QUICK LOCATORS
In addition to the "Contents" page you
can use page headings to find topics.
Some pages also have a picture of the
truck in the corner showing features
or functions covered on that page.
HOW-TO-DRAWINGS
On many pages you will find pictures
as well as text to help you understand
how to use your truck safely and
productively.
"KNOW THE HAZARDS"
Watch for and read these special
blocks. You will find information about
possible safety hazards and how to
avoid them.
Battery Maintenance
Warning Labels
5 Contents
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34
What's in it for You? 6
Your Walkie/Rider Pallet Truck
Path of
Truck
Recommended
Walking Area
WALKIE/RIDER PALLET TRUCKS
As a rider your pallet truck is designed to move
loads over long distances. You can also use it
as a walkalong truck and pick stock with it.
YOUR PALLET TRUCK IS NOT AN AUTOMOBILE
With a load it may weigh more than 3
automobiles.
• You don't steer the same.
• You don't brake the same.
• You don't accelerate the same.
HOW TO DRIVE YOUR TRUCK WHILE WALKING
Forks First
When traveling forks first, use both hands to
operate the control handle.
Watch your feet if you change direction of
travel.
Power Unit First
When traveling power unit first, stay to one
side of the truck and slightly ahead of the
power unit. Use the hand closest to the truck
to operate the control handle.
Watch your feet.
Stay out of the path of the truck.
HOW TO DRIVE YOUR TRUCK WHILE RIDING
Keep both feet on the platform. Place one hand on
the control handle and the other on the grab bar.
Keep your entire body within the operator area.
GIVE YOUR BODY A BREAK
Take advantage of stop time. Get off the truck and
flex your arms and legs. Staying alert will help you
be a better and safer driver.
Hand on
grab bar
Hand on
control handle
Feet on
platform
BUILT TO STANDARDS
This truck was designed and built
to current industry and government
standards and guidelines. For more
information see the following:
• American National Standards
Institute (ASME) B56.1
• Occupational Safety and Health
Act (OSHA)§1910.178 Rev. 1999
• Underwriters Laboratory (UL) 583
• National Fire Prevention
Association (NFPA) 505
7 Your Walkie/Rider Pallet Truck
Your Walkie/Rider Pallet Truck 8
Lift Truck Parts
Control Handle
Power Disconnect
Grab Bar
Coast Control Options
(see pages 19, 20 & 21)
Travel Twist Grip
QuickPick
Walkalong Control
Buttons (Optional)
Lower Button
Raise Button
Reversing Button
Horn Button
QuickCoast™ Selector
(optional)
(see pages 19, 20 & 21)
Raise Button
™
Battery Retainer
Key Switch
(on power unit)
Platform
Control Arm
9 Lift Truck Parts
Lower Button
High Travel Speed Button
Horn Button
Lift Truck Parts 10
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