Operator Manual

Pneumatic
LPG & Diesel Fuel
Warning You Must be Trained

WARNING IT'S THE LAW, YOU MUST BE TRAINED AND CERTIFIED

Federal law states that only properly trained operators

It’s the law, you must be trained and certified to operate this
truck. (OSHA § 1910.178, Rev. 1999)
STOP are permitted to operate a powered industrial truck
and that your employer must train you and certify that
you are qualified to operate this powered industrial
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.
Do not operate this truck in your work place until you have
Read and obey all warnings and instructions in this Manual* and been trained and certified by your employer.
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.
Tipovers and falls from docks can cause serious injury or even
death. Grip the steering wheel tightly, brace your feet and lean You could be killed or seriously injured if you are not
away from the direction of fall. Make sure you are safe. adequately trained for lift truck operation!
You can be trapped or crushed by objects protruding or poking
into the operator area. Look where you are going.
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.

All rights reserved under International

and Pan American copyright conventions
Copyright 2008 Crown Equipment Corp.

2 Warning You Must be Trained 3

Protect Yourself
Know the Hazards Know the Hazards
WEAR YOUR SEAT BELT LOOK WHERE YOU'RE DRIVING
Falling from a truck can cause serious injury or • Always be alert to the area around you and watch
even death. where you are driving. You could be pinned or
crushed by objects intruding or poking into the
• Fasten your seat belt and pull it snug before operator area.
operating your truck. Keep it fastened until you leave
the truck. • Be sure that any equipment added to the truck
(terminal, fan, clipboard, etc.) does not block your
• Stay with your truck. Don't jump from an overturning vision or interfere with safe and efficient operation of
or falling sit-down, counterbalanced truck. Note: this truck.
This is not like end control rider trucks, where it is
recommended that the operator exit the truck in AVOID FALLS AND TIPOVERS
these emergencies. Tip-overs are very serious accidents. You can be
DRIVE CAREFULLY crushed or even killed by the falling truck if you try
to jump clear. Keep your seat belt fastened, grip the
• Never stick your foot, hand, head or any part of your steering wheel tightly, brace your feet, and lean away
body outside the operator area, no matter how slow from the direction of fall. The best way to prevent
the truck is moving. Anything caught between the injury is to know where you are at all times and follow
truck and a fixed object will be crushed or even the rules of safe truck operation.
cut off.
• Stay away from the edge of docks and ramps. Make • Be extremely careful when working around docks,
sure dock boards are secure. Check that trailer dockboards and trailers.
wheels are chocked. You could be seriously injured • Use forward tilt only when you have the load in a
or even killed in a fall from a dock or dockboard. rack, over a stack or close to the floor.
• Keep your truck under control at all times. Drive at a • Travel with the load or forks close to the ground and
speed that allows you to stop safely. Be even more mast tilted back. Watch for overhead obstructions.
careful on slippery or uneven surfaces. Do not drive Perform all truck movements smoothly and at a speed
over objects on the floor. that will give you time to react in an emergency.
• An unloaded truck can tip over also. Be just as careful
using an unloaded truck as you are a loaded one.

Continued next page...

4 Protect Yourself Protect Yourself 5

Protect Yourself continued
Know the Hazards
WHEN OPERATING OUTDOORS
• Slow down when traveling on slippery roads or
slippery surfaces.
• Avoid traveling in areas which are flooded or where
there are bumps, holes, or loose material that can
cause the truck to tip or swerve.
• Do not drive your truck on soft ground.
• Stay away from curbs, rails, ditches or other
obstacles.
• Do not drive on road shoulders. They can be soft and
may collapse.
This page
left blank
• When entering buildings, be careful not to exceed
floor weight limits.

WARNING USE YOUR TRUCK SAFELY intentionally

• Keep your hands and feet away from all moving parts
Stay clear of all such as masts, chains or wheels. Make sure the load
moving parts.
backrest is in place, when required.
Moving parts can
cut or crush hands, • Never stand on or under the forks, or allow anyone
feet, arms or legs.
else to stand on or under them. The only way to lift
people is with an approved platform.
Never allow passengers on the truck. There is no safe
place for them.
• Before you leave your truck:
• Come to a complete stop, lower forks to the floor and
shut the truck off.
• Place the direction control in neutral and apply the
parking brake. Chock wheels if on an incline.

6 Protect Yourself continued Protect Yourself continued 7

Contents What's in it for You?
Warning 2 WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
You Must be Trained 3 The better you understand your truck and how to use
it, the better and safer operator you can be. Here are
Protect Yourself 4 some guides to using this manual.
Contents 8
What's in it for You? 9 Capacity & Load Center QUICK LOCATORS
In addition to the "Contents" page
Your Sit-Down Rider 10 Know the Hazards you can use page headings to find
Lift Truck Parts 12 Center of evenly
distributed load
Truck Weight, Less Load, with
Attachment 5

Attachment Data
kg(lb)
Load

Center
Capacity with Mast Vertical

Capacity
kg (lb)
C
mm (in)
A
mm (in)
topics. Some pages also have a
picture of the truck in the corner
A
C
Serial Number Truck Type
8586-A

Hard Cab option 14 showing features or functions

600mm

Capacity & Load Center 18

(24in) Max
covered on that page.
Load
Center

Capacity Plate 20 "KNOW THE HAZARDS"

Display 22 Watch for and read these special
blocks. You will find information
Power On & Off 23 about possible safety hazards and
Braking 24 how to avoid them.
Optional Armrest 26 HOW-TO-DRAWINGS
On many pages you will find
Raise/Lower, Tilt & Accessories 27 pictures as well as text to help you
Traveling 28 understand how to use your truck
safely and productively.
Daily Safety Check 32
Be a Safe Driver 34
Refueling, Propane (LPG) 38 13 Capacity & Load Center Capacity & Load Center 12

Refueling, Diesel 42
Air-filled Tires 43
Notes 44
Warning Labels 45

8 Contents What's in it for You? 9

Your Sit-Down Rider

SIT-DOWN RIDERS BUILT TO STANDARDS

Your sit-down rider truck lifts and stacks loads. It is This truck was designed and built
also designed to move loads over long distances. to current industry and government
standards and guidelines. For more
YOUR RIDER LIFT TRUCK IS NOT AN AUTOMOBILE information see the following:
With a load it may weigh more than 4 automobiles, and • American National Standards Institute
the steer wheels are in the rear instead of the front. (ANSI/ITSDF) B56.1
(Download free from www.itsdf.org)
FORK FUNCTIONS, STANDARD AND OPTIONAL
• Occupational Safety and Health Act
Standard fork or hydraulic functions are Raising and (OSHA) §1910.178, Rev. 1999
Lowering the forks plus Tilting the mast. (Download free from osha.gov)
Accessories such as Sideshift or Carton Clamp may
also be included. Your company has decided which • Underwriters Laboratory (UL) 558
features are needed in your work area and should train • National Fire Prevention Association
you how to use them. (NFPA) 505

HOW TO DRIVE YOUR TRUCK

Sit down, fasten your seat belt and pull it snug. Adjust
the seat and steering wheel to their most comfortable
positions. Keep your hands on the controls and your
entire body inside the operator area. Look in the
direction you are going.
GIVE YOUR BODY A BREAK Hands on Controls
Take advantage of stop time. Flex your arms and legs.
Staying alert will help you be a better and safer driver. Seated

Seat Belt Fastened

10 Your Sit-Down Rider Your Sit-Down Rider 11

Lift Truck Parts

Overhead Guard

Work Lights (optional)

Rear Post Handle

Mast LPG Tank

Steering Wheel Seat

Load Backrest Seat belt

Seat Deck Latch

Hydraulic Levers

Accelerator Pedal
Forks
Switch Panel Steer Wheels
Parking Brake

Service Brake Pedal Drive Wheels

Key Switch

Horn
Diesel Fuel Cap
Steering Wheel Tilt Lever

Direction Control

Display

12 Lift Truck Parts Lift Truck Parts 13

Hard Cab option
DOOR OPERATION
Fan Switch Heater Control To enter the cab, pull the handle to open the door.
Climb aboard your truck and close the door before
you start the vehicle.
To exit, grab the door handle grip and slide it
backward. Push the door to open.
Close the doors after leaving the cab.

HEAT AND VENTILATION CONTROL

• Set the fan switch to the desired speed.
• Adjust the Heater Control to increase or decrease the
temperature in the cab.
You can use the fan switch to circulate air throughout
the cab. The vents are fully adjustable and can be used
to direct the air where you want it.

WINDSHIELD DEFOG AND DEFROSTING

Turn on the heater and fan switch, and adjust the vents
to defog/defrost the windshield before you drive your
Right Door Lever truck. Once the windshield is defrosted, use your
windshield wiper to clear your windshield.
Accessory Power Outlet

Upper Floor Vent Know the Hazards

USE YOUR TRUCK SAFELY
Do not open the door while the truck is moving.
Lower Floor Vent Head, arms, hands, legs or feet outside an open door
Window Latch could be crushed or even cut off whenever the truck
is moving. Keep the door closed and stop the truck
Windshield Vent completely before getting off.
You can be trapped or crushed by objects protruding
or poking into the operator area. The heated cab glass
will not stop a protruding object. Look where you are
going.

14 Hard Cab option Hard Cab option 15

Hard Cab option, continued
WINDOW OPERATION
Squeeze the door window latch then slide the window
open or closed.

HINGED WINDOW option

To open the rear window, lift the window handle to
the upward position and the window will open with a

This page
slight push.

left blank
intentionally

Know the Hazards

LOOK WHERE YOU'RE DRIVING
Driver distractions can cause accidents resulting in
injury or even death.
• Don’t use cell phones or similar devices while
operating the truck.
• Keep the windows clean and free of frost. Stay alert
for pedestrians and other vehicles.
• Travel in the direction that gives you the best
visibility.

16 Hard Cab option, continued 17

Capacity & Load Center
Center of evenly
WHAT IS YOUR TRUCK CAPACITY?
Know the Hazards
distributed load
Capacity is the load (including pallet or container that Truck Weight, Less Load, with
Load
Capacity with Mast Vertical

KNOW YOUR LOAD

can be lifted to a given height at a given load center.
Attachment 5
Capacity C A
kg(lb)
Attachment Data Center kg (lb) mm (in) mm (in)

Do not exceed the capacity shown on your truck's

A

See the capacity plate on your truck. Make certain Serial Number Truck Type
8586-A
C

you use the correct units of measure. SAMPLE CAPACITY PLATE

capacity plate. Be careful when handling long, tall, or
600mm
(24in) Max
The information shown on this sample wide loads. Do not handle unstable loads.
WHAT IS LOAD CENTER? plate does not apply to your truck.

Load center is the distance from the load backrest EXCEEDING TRUCK CAPACITY CAN CAUSE AN ACCIDENT
Load
Center or vertical face of the fork to the center of an evenly Know the capacity of your truck as shown on your
distributed load. capacity plate. Make certain you use the correct units
of measure. Pay attention to:
• Weight of load
• Load center
LOADS MUST BE EVENLY DISTRIBUTED • Lift height
Your truck could tip over, in any direction, if a load is • Position of mast
shifted to the front or side of a pallet or container.
CENTER THE LOAD
Your truck could tip over if a load is shifted to the front
or side of a pallet or container. Make sure your load is
evenly distributed and centered over the forks.
LOAD POSITION CAN AFFECT STABILITY HYDRAULIC OPERATIONS CAN AFFECT STABILITY
Capacities shown on your capacity plate are with Capacities shown on your capacity plate are with the
the mast vertical and load centered. Be extra careful mast vertical. Be extra careful when tilting a load.
when tilting a load or using sideshift. (This also (This also applies to other accessories or attachments
applies to other accessories or attachments your your truck may have, such as sideshift, carton
truck may have, such as carton clamp, push-pull, etc.) clamp etc.)
Make sure your load is centered before you raise,
lower, or travel. TIRES WILL AFFECT CAPACITY AND STABILITY
This model truck can be equipped with either solid
The forks should be at least two-thirds (67%) the pneumatic or air-filled tires. Capacity and stability will
length of the load. Crown recommends the forks be be affected by the tires selected.
three-fourths (75%) the length of the load. Make sure
the forks do not extend beyond the load. Caution: If you ever drive a different sit-down truck,
even if it looks similar, be careful. Capacity and
Use minimum fork tilt to pick up or place a load. stability may not be the same.

18 Capacity & Load Center Capacity & Load Center 19

Capacity Plate
CAPACITY PLATE INFORMATION BEFORE AUGUST 2017: READING YOUR CAPACITY PLATE
The capacity plate is on the overhead guard. It contains: Capacity may be reduced as lift height increases. For example: On the sample
• Truck serial number plate, 1815kg (4000 lb) can be lifted to 4775mm (188 in). But above 4775 (188), to 5230
• Capacity information (load, load center and lift height) (206), capacity is reduced from 1815 (4000) to 1745 (3850).
• Truck type (a fire safety rating) Capacity is reduced as load center increases. For example: On the sample plate,
• Truck weight, Less Load, with Attachments 5% 1815kg (4000 lb) can be lifted if the load center is 600mm (24 in). But if the load center
• Attachment information (if any) is increased to 750mm (30), capacity is reduced from 1815 (4000) to 1450 (3200).
AFTER AUGUST 2017: READING YOUR CAPACITY PLATE
Capacity may be reduced as lift height increases. Load
Units of measure, kg/mm(lb/in) Caution: You may not increase capacity
if load center is less than shown on
Capacity with Mast Vertical

For example: On the sample plate, 1815kg (4000 lb) Capacity A B

can be lifted to 4775mm (188 in). But above 4775 (188),

Center kg (lb) mm (in) mm (in)
your capacity plate.
B
to 5230 (206), capacity is reduced from 1815 (4000) to A Note: ANSI/ITSDF B56.1 requires that
1745 (3850). 8586-A
all data be shown first in Metric units
Capacity is reduced as load center increases. and then USA units.
For example: On the sample plate, 1815kg (4000 lb) can
be lifted if the load center is 600mm (24 in). But if the load
center is increased to 750mm (30), capacity is reduced Know the Hazards
from 1815 (4000) to 1450 (3200).
SAMPLE
CAPACITY PLATE Caution: You may not increase capacity if load center is TRUCK WEIGHT
The information less than shown on your capacity plate. Dockboards, elevators and some floors have limited
shown on this sample
plate does not apply Note: ANSI/ITSDF B56.1 requires that all data be shown capacity. Check your capacity plate for the weight
to your truck. first in Metric units and then USA units. of your truck. Remember to add the weight of the
load you have on the forks. Make certain you use the
correct units of measure.
Truck Weight, Less Load, with Capacity with Mast Vertical
Attachment 5 Load
kg(lb)
Capacity C A TRUCK TYPE
Attachment Data Center kg (lb) mm (in) mm (in)
Some truck types are not permitted in areas where
A there are fire hazards. Watch for marked areas. For
Serial Number Truck Type
C example: You must not drive a type LP or D truck into an
8586-A
area restricted to LPS or DS trucks.
ATTACHMENT DATA
OTHER LIFT HEIGHTS & LOAD CENTERS If an attachment on your truck does not match the
information given on your capacity plate, don't operate
Contact Crown for capacities at lift heights or load centers not your truck. Your capacity plate may be wrong. Report
given on your capacity plate. the problem to your supervisor.

20 Capacity Plate Capacity Plate 21

Display Power On & Off
FUEL LIGHTS
The lighted green bars show approximate fuel level. KEY SWITCH
The amber bar means your fuel is getting low. • Turn the key clockwise from the red dot to the
yellow dot to start the engine. Check that the seat
ALTERNATOR LIGHT alarm and all indicator lights are working.
A lighted symbol means the charging system needs
service. • Let go of the key and it will return to ON (green dot).
• Turn the key counterclockwise to OFF (red dot) to
SEAT BELT LIGHT shut the truck off. Always turn the key to OFF when
Lights at Key On to remind you to fasten your seat belt. leaving the truck. Apply the parking brake.
PARKING BRAKE LIGHT
Lights when parking brake is applied. EMERGENCY DISCONNECT (LPS and DS option)
In case of an emergency, turn the emergency
disconnect counterclockwise to the OFF position.
COOLANT TEMPERATURE LIGHT
An amber light means the system is beginning to
overheat. A red light means the system has overheated.
Park the truck and shut it off. Service is required.
TRANSMISSION TEMPERATURE LIGHT
A lighted symbol means the transmission has
overheated. Park the truck and shut it off. Service is
required.
WATER IN FUEL LIGHT (Diesel)
A lighted symbol means that water needs drained from
the fuel filter. Contact your supervisor.
OIL PRESSURE LIGHT
A lighted symbol means the engine oil pressure is low.
Know the Hazards
Park the truck and shut it off. Service is required.
ENGINE LIGHT CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING
A lighted symbol means the engine needs service. Don’t inhale the engine exhaust. It contains carbon
monoxide which is a colorless and odorless gas. It
WAIT TO START LIGHT (Diesel) can cause unconsciousness or even death with little
A lighted symbol means that the engine is preheating. or no warning.
Do not start the engine until light turns off.
DISPLAY PANEL Don’t operate the truck in unventilated areas where
If you hear a “beep,” check the display panel for the exhaust gas can accumulate.
instructions or information applied.

22 Display Power On & Off 23

Braking
SERVICE BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LEVER
Your truck will be equipped with either one or two Move the parking brake lever toward the seat to apply
service brake pedals. The further you push the brake, the parking brake.
the sooner the truck will stop. Use the brake in an
emergency, on ramps, or in busy areas. Squeeze the parking brake lever and move it away
from the seat to release the parking brake.
Before you leave your truck, always put the parking
SINGLE BRAKE PEDAL brake on and make sure the truck does not move. The
The large pedal is the inching/brake pedal. Push alarm will sound if the brake is not applied.
the pedal all the way down for full braking. Partially
depressing the pedal while applying the accelerator
will give you controlled slower speed, or “inching”. POWER PARKING BRAKE ON
Caution: On an incline the truck may roll before drive Press the end of the parking brake rocker switch
engages. nearest the seat to apply the parking brake.
Before you leave your truck, always put the parking
2 PEDAL OPTION brake on and make sure the truck does not move. The
The smaller left pedal is the inching/brake pedal. Push alarm will sound if the brake is not applied.
the pedal all the way down for full braking. Partially
depressing the pedal while applying the accelerator POWER PARKING BRAKE OFF
will give you controlled slower travel, or “inching”. Press the end of the parking brake rocker switch away
from the seat to release the parking brake.
The large center pedal provides full braking only.
When fully depressed, both pedals provide the same
degree of braking.

Note: With either pedal option, you must use full

engine speed (with the inching/brake pedal applied) Know the Hazards
to obtain maximum performance for any hydraulic
operation. MAKE SURE YOUR BRAKES WORK
Test the brakes on your truck at the start of each shift.
Know the distance it takes to stop before you start
working.
If the stopping distance is too long for you to stop
safely, don't drive the truck. Apply the parking brake
and report any problem to your supervisor.

24 Braking Braking 25
Raise/Lower, Tilt & Accessories Optional Armrest
Raise/Lower lever
OPTIONAL ARMREST
Tilt lever Adjust the armrest so that you can fully operate the
Accessory levers (optional) hydraulic levers.
HYDRAULIC LEVER OPERATION Lift the Raise/Lower lever to pull up or
Pull a lever toward you, away from the mast, and you'll push down the armrest.
get the action shown in the bottom symbol on the Lift the Forward/Back lever to slide the
lever. Push the lever away from you, toward the mast, armrest forward or backward.
and you'll get the opposite action shown in the upper
symbol. Make certain the armrest locks into place.
Note: Do not make any adjustments while operating
The farther you move the lever from neutral, the faster the truck.
the action will be.
For example: Pull the Raise/Lower lever toward
you to raise the forks, as shown in the bottom HORN
symbol. Push the lever away from you to lower Your armrest is equipped with a horn button. Use it to
the forks. warn pedestrians and other drivers.
LIFT AND TILT INTERLOCK Use your horn when you leave an aisle or come to a
Lift and tilt interlock will limit raise if the mast is tilted crosswalk or intersection.
forward beyond 2º. To continue raising, return the mast
to vertical.
When the forks are elevated, mast forward tilt is limited.
Note: You must use full engine speed (with the inching/
brake pedal applied) to obtain maximum performance
for any hydraulic operation.

Know the Hazards

HYDRAULIC OPERATIONS CAN AFFECT STABILITY
Capacities shown on your capacity plate are for loads
that are centered and level. Be extra careful when
tilting a load. (This also applies to accessories or
attachments your truck may have such as sideshift,
carton clamp, push-pull, etc.)

26 Raise/Lower, Tilt & Accessories Optional Armrest 27

Traveling

BEFORE YOU DRIVE OPTIONAL INVERSION CONTROL

Fasten your seat belt and pull it snug. With this option your company can set a speed range
at which the truck will change travel direction.
Adjust the operator seat and steering wheel to a
comfortable position. Make sure that you can fully Use the service brake to slow down or stop your truck.
operate the controls.

TRAVEL DIRECTION AND SPEED

Move the direction control away from you, toward the
mast, to travel forks first. Move the control toward you,
away from the mast, to travel power unit first (forks Know the Hazards
trailing).
Use the accelerator on the floor (right pedal) to control SLOW DOWN FOR SPILLS OR WET FLOORS
travel speed. The farther you push it down, the faster Powder or liquid spills can cause slippery floors.
the truck will go. Slow down or you could lose control of steering and
braking. Be careful and allow for a longer
When you sit down you must place the direction stopping distance.
control in neutral before you select a direction of travel. Don't run over objects on the floor.
Note: You must use full acceleration (with the inching/
brake pedal applied) to obtain maximum performance
for any hydraulic operation. POWER UNIT SWING
Be careful turning while traveling forks first. The power
AVOID TRUCK DAMAGE WHEN CHANGING TRAVEL DIRECTION unit will swing wide in the opposite direction. Make
You can damage the truck if you are traveling too fast sure you have clearance, and watch out for people in
when changing direction of travel. the area.

Do not change direction of travel until the truck has KNOW THE OUTDOOR HAZARDS (see page 30)
slowed to about 5 mph or less. Outdoor usage of this truck requires even more care,
especially when operating on gravel, unpaved surfaces,
uneven terrain, or when snow, ice or water is present.
PREVENT DAMAGE TO TRUCK
Slow to 5 mph or less before reversing direction
of travel.
Continued next page...

28 Traveling Traveling 29
Traveling continued

HORN
Press the center of the steering wheel to blow the horn.
Use it to warn pedestrians and other drivers.
Use your horn when you leave an aisle or come to a
crosswalk or intersection.
Note: Your truck may be equipped with an optional horn
button on the rear post handle.

This page
left blank
intentionally

Know the Hazards

LOOK WHERE YOU'RE GOING
Driver distractions can cause accidents resulting in
injury or even death.
• Don’t use cell phones or similar devices while
operating the truck.
• Travel in the direction where you have the
best visibility.

30 Traveling continued 31
Daily Safety Check
CHECK YOUR TRUCK BEFORE STARTING WORK
You must make sure your truck is safe to use. 2. Test drive your truck in an decongested area.
1. Walk around your truck and check it over. • Fasten your seat belt.
• See that all wheels and tires are in good condition. • Adjust the operator seat and steering wheel to a
comfortable position. Make sure that you can fully
• Make sure all lights are working. operate the controls.
• Check that both forks are secure and not bent, cracked • Try all the hydraulic functions.
or badly worn.
• Check that the steering is easy and smooth.
• Inspect all lift chains for damage.
• Check braking distance in forward and reverse.
• Look under the truck for signs of fuel, oil, or coolant leaks. Load size and floor conditions can affect these
• Inspect the seat belt for wear. distances.
• Turn the key to TEST. Make certain the display warning • Drive the truck slowly in both directions.
alarm and all indicator lights are working. • Drive through the full speed range in both forward
• Test the horn. and reverse.
For LPG Trucks • Know the distance it takes to stop before you start
• Check for propane gas leaks. (Gas odor or frost on the working. If the braking distance is too long to stop
cylinder or fuel valve). safely, don't drive the truck.
• Check that fuel hoses are not cracked or worn.
• Inspect the fuel system and other parts for damage. If anything doesn't look or feel right, don't drive the truck. Report
the problem to your supervisor.
• Make certain the propane cylinder is properly installed
and secure. You can use the checklist form that came with your truck.
When raising the seat deck Used properly, this checklist can alert service people to
Tilt the steering wheel up, remove the storage tray (if needed repairs.
present), and move the seat and armrest towards the rear.
Raise the seat deck to the open position. Note: A seat deck
can fall. Make certain the gas struts are working properly and
will hold the seat deck securely in the open position.
When using air-filled tires
• Check for missing lug nuts. Remove debris from the tire
tread. Do not operate the truck if the tires are damaged.
• Check the tire pressure. Do not add air if the tire pressure
is low. Report the problem to your supervisor.

32 Daily Safety Check Daily Safety Check 33

Be a Safe Driver
MAKE SURE YOU ARE READY TO DRIVE DRIVE CAUTIOUSLY, BE ALERT
• Do not use this truck unless you are trained • Fasten your seat belt and pull it snug.
The most and certified.
• Never stick an arm or any part of your body outside
• Make sure your hands and shoes are clean and dry, the operator area, no matter how slow the truck is
important and your clothing is proper for the job. moving. A hand or foot caught between the truck
and a fixed object will be crushed or even cut off.
• Be certain you understand how your truck works and
component the hazards that go with it. Don't drive the truck if
you have any doubts.
• Keep your hands on the controls and your feet by
the pedals.
is you. • Know the capacity of your truck (Load Weight, Load
Center and Lift Height). Make certain you use the
• Travel in the direction that gives you the best
view. Look where you are going and slow down in
correct units of measure. congested areas.
• Some trucks are not allowed in areas where there are • Slow down for wet or slippery floors.
fire hazards. Be certain your truck is the correct fire Don't run over things.
safety type for the area.
• Travel with the forks close to the floor and mast
MAKE SURE YOUR TRUCK IS READY tilted back. Place the load against the load backrest
• Inspect your truck before using it. If it's not working (vertical face of the forks).
right, or something is broken, report the problem to • Look where you are going before you change
your supervisor. Don't use the truck. direction of travel.
• Be sure that any equipment added to the truck • See that you have room to drive and turn. Always
(terminal, fan, clipboard, etc.) is positioned so that it check for overhead objects.
does not block your vision or interfere with safe and
efficient operation of the truck. • Slow down when making turns.
• In an open area, test the braking. Check at a slow • Avoid sudden movement of controls. Learn to use
travel speed first, then a faster one. Know the them smoothly at a moderate, even rate.
distance it takes to stop before you start work.
• Check clearances before raising or lowering the forks
WHEN LEAVING YOUR TRUCK or load.
• Stop your truck completely before getting off. • Be extra careful if you must use your truck in an area
where there is a risk of falling objects.
• Lower the forks to the floor. Shut the truck off and
apply the parking brake.
• Avoid parking on inclines. But if you must, block the
wheels of your truck. Never park on a dockboard. Continued next page...

34 Be a Safe Driver Be a Safe Driver 35

Be a Safe Driver continued
AVOID FALLS AND TIPOVERS
• Stay with your truck. Don't jump from a moving or
WATCH OUT FOR OTHER PEOPLE falling sit-down, counterbalanced truck.
• Slow down. Yield or stop for pedestrians. Use your
horn when you come to a crosswalk or intersection. • Stay away from the edge of docks and ramps.
• Be careful that you don't pin or crush someone. • Check that bridgeplates and dockboards are secure.
For example: Never drive your truck toward anyone Be certain that either the trailer wheels are chocked
standing in front of a fixed object. or the trailer is locked to the dock. Check capacities.
Be sure your truck, with load, isn't too heavy for
• Watch out for power unit swing. where you are driving.
• Never allow passengers on your truck. • Make sure the load you are moving is stable. Spread
• Keep others away from your truck while you're the forks as far as you can and center the load. Insert
working. Don't ever allow anyone on or under the forks as far under the load as you can. Be even more
load or forks. careful with long, tall, or wide loads. They can be
less stable.
• Don't let anyone use your truck unless they are trained
and certified. • Use forward tilt only when you have the load in a
rack, over a stack or close to the floor. Use minimum
• Never lift anyone with the forks unless they are fork tilt to pick up or place a load. When lifting or
using an approved platform. Even then use lowering outside a rack, keep the load backrest
extreme caution: vertical or tilted back slightly.
• Use a securely attached and approved
safety platform. • When moving loads on grades or ramps, drive with
• Make certain lifting mechanism is operating properly. your forks pointed upgrade. Without a load, drive
• Have load backrest vertical (never tilt when elevated). with forks downgrade. Slow down, and don't turn
• Make certain truck is in neutral and brake is applied. on grades or ramps.
• Lift and lower slowly.
• Watch for overhead obstructions. WHEN OPERATING OUTDOORS
• Be sure you can see and hear the person being lifted. • Slow down when traveling on slippery roads or slippery surfaces.
• Never transport anyone on the platform from one • Avoid traveling in areas which are flooded or where there are bumps, holes, or
location to another. loose material that can cause the truck to tip or swerve.
• Do not drive your truck on soft ground, or on road shoulders which can be soft and
may collapse.
• Stay away from curbs, rails, and ditches.
• When entering buildings, check floor weight limits.

36 Be a Safe Driver continued Be a Safe Driver continued 37

Refueling, Propane (LPG)

BEFORE YOU REMOVE THE LPG CYLINDER SWING OUT AND DOWN TANK MOUNT
1. Set the parking brake before leaving the truck. 1. Pull down the release lever. Pull the handle to swing
out the tank. Make sure that the tank mount locks in
2. While the engine is running, close the cylinder fuel the outward position.
supply valve (turn clockwise). After the engine stops
running, turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect 2. Pull out the orange lock pin to lower the tank. Make
the fuel hose from the cylinder. sure that the tank mount locks in the fully lowered
position.
3. Release the tank strap and remove the cylinder.
LOCATING PIN
FUEL SUPPLY VALVE Caution: Do not operate the truck with the tank in
lowered position.
FOLD DOWN TANK MOUNT
1. Push down the release lever on the side of the fold
down tank mount.
2. Grasp the tank firmly and carefully lower it to the
down position.
3. Release the tank strap and remove the cylinder.
Caution: Do not operate the truck with the tank in
lowered position.

Continued next page...

38 Refueling, Propane (LPG) Refueling, Propane (LPG) 39

Refueling, Propane (LPG) continued
Know the Hazards
WHEN YOU INSTALL A LPG CYLINDER PROPANE CYLINDERS CAN BE
1. Place correct size and type cylinder onto tank mount. DANGER DANGEROUS
Locating pin must fit through hole in cylinder collar. Propane gas can cause a fire or
Propane gas can cause a fire or even an explosion.
2. Keeping your fingers clear, tighten the tank clamp. Do not try to install, remove, refill or service a propane even an explosion.
cylinder unless you are trained and authorized.
Return the tank mount to the upright position if your Never smoke or have an open flame around propane. • Do not try to install, remove,
truck has that option. Make certain the tank and the See mounting bracket for allowable cylinder size. refill or service your propane
mount are secure. Locating pin must fit through hole in cylinder collar to
maintain proper position.
cylinder unless you are
If gas odor is detected or frost appears, turn off engine, trained and authorized.
3. Attach the fuel hose to the cylinder and open the fuel close cylinder valve and contact supervisor or service
supply valve SLOWLY to gradually equalize pressure department. • Never smoke or use an open
and prevent the excess flow check valve from closing. flame around propane.
4. Check for leakage. If leakage is suspected, close the • Your company should provide a ventilated area where it is safe to service and store
fuel supply valve and contact your supervisor. propane cylinders.
• Disconnect the truck battery before servicing the fuel system.
• Wear proper personal protection equipment.
• Propane cylinders are heavy. Ask for help.
• Cylinders must not extend outside the truck.
• The fuel valve should be turned off when the truck is not in use.
• If a gas odor is detected, or frost is noticed on the cylinder or valve, turn the engine
off and close the fuel supply valve. Contact your supervisor or service department.
• Use fuel manufactured to the National Gas Processors Association
“HD-5” specification.
• Refueling of trucks with exchangeable or removable LP gas cylinders shall have the
LP gas cylinder removed prior to refueling. Refueling shall be done in accordance
with NFPA 58, 8.1.2.10 (ROP-28)
• Consult the National Fire Protection Association, Pamphlet 58, for additional
information on safe handling and storage of propane (LPG).

40 Refueling, Propane (LPG) Refueling, Propane (LPG) 41

Refueling, Diesel Air-filled Tires

WHEN USING DIESEL FUEL WHEN USING AIR-FILLED TIRES

1. Lower the forks and put the truck in NEUTRAL. Before operating, check that the tires are properly
2. Turn OFF the truck and apply the parking brake. inflated. The rated tire pressure is shown above the
tire and on the tire data tag.
3. Remove the fuel cap and fill the fuel tank slowly.
Do not fill the tank to the top. Check tire pressure from a position facing the tread of
4. Replace the fuel cap. the tire. Use a long-handled gauge to keep your body
away from the side of the tire.
If fuel spills, wipe off any excess fuel and wash the
area with water. Note: Do not add air if the tire pressure is low.
You must be trained and authorized to inflate tires.
Note: Do not allow the truck to become low or run Report the problem to your supervisor.
out of fuel. The truck may become difficult to start or
damage the components.
Fill the fuel tank at the end of each shift to prevent
condensation, corrosion, and fuel contamination.

Know the Hazards Know the Hazards

WHEN REFUELING DIESEL FUEL TRUCKS CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
Diesel fuel can cause a fire or even an explosion. Low tire pressure can reduce stability and cause a tip
• Your company should provide a ventilated area over.
where it is safe to refuel the truck. • Check the tires for damage every time you check the
tire pressure.
• Never smoke or use an open flame around diesel.
• Check the tire from a position facing the tread of the
• Do not fill the tank to the top. Fuel expands when it tire, not the side.
gets warm and can overflow.
• Remove debris from the tire tread to prevent
damage.
• Do not operate the truck if the tires are damaged or
the tire pressure is low.

42 Refueling, Diesel Air-filled Tires 43

Notes Notes

44 Notes Notes 45
Notes Warning Labels
EACH WARNING LABEL
ON YOUR TRUCK IS IMPORTANT WARNING
Read and obey all of them to
protect yourself and others.

Stay clear of all

moving parts.
DANGER
Moving parts can cut
Flammable LP Gas
WARNING or crush hands, feet,
Severe injury by fire
Stay clear of all arms or legs.
or even explosion is Lifting people without
possible. a proper platform could moving parts.
cause a fall or other Moving parts can cut
You must be trained serious injury. or crush hands, feet,
before servicing LP
trucks or cylinders.
Platform must be built
and used as specified
WARNING arms or legs. WARNING
See service manual. in OSHA 1910.178 and
ANSI-B56.1. WARNING WARNING Passengers could be
seriously injured.
There is no safe place
DANGER for them to ride.
Propane gas can cause a fire or even an explosion.
Do not try to install, remove, refill or service a propane
cylinder unless you are trained and authorized. No Passengers.
Never smoke or have an open flame around propane.
See mounting bracket for allowable cylinder size.

WARNING
Standing or riding on the forks can Falling objects or lowering forks can
Locating pin must fit through hole in cylinder collar to cause serious injury or death.
cause a fall. You can be seriously
maintain proper position.
injured or killed.
If gas odor is detected or frost appears, turn off engine, Never stand under the forks.
close cylinder valve and contact supervisor or service Never stand or ride on forks
Lifting people without
department. While servicing, block the forks so
for any reason. they won't fall.
971-A

a proper platform can

WARNING cause a fall and serious
WARNING Tilting mast forward when forks injury.
Passengers could are raised and loaded can tip the
be seriously injured. truck over causing injury or death. Platform must be built
There is no safe place and used as specified
for them to ride. Do not tilt elevated load forward
in OSHA 1910.178
unless it is over a stack.
No Passengers. WARNING and ANSI-B56.1.

In case of
tip-over WARNING
Follow these
instructions: Unsupported loads
can fall. The operator
DANGER Don't jump! Hold on tight Brace feet can be pinned or
crushed.
You can tip this truck over if you
turn too sharply for the conditions Attached Load Backrest
around you. Extension if the load
Don't risk injury or death. presents a hazard.

WARNING Slow down when turning. Buckle seat belt 8385-A

All rights reserved under International

and Pan American copyright conventions
Copyright 2008 Crown Equipment Corp.

46 Notes Warning Labels 47

This operator manual

has information for

all models of series

C-5 plus some options

and accessories. Some

of the illustrations and

information may not

apply to your truck.

The most important component is you.

New Bremen, Ohio 45869 USA © 2009 600034 Rev. D Printed in U.S.A.