Taylor-Dunn Tiger TC50E, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...s Tiger TC50E Serial Number Range Starting 198576 Ending See Introduction Chapter READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATION OR PERFORMING MAINTENANCE This manual contains important information regarding the s...

Page 2: ...acement 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 with...

Page 3: ...le sales replacement parts or service should be 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 inte...

Page 4: ...f experience are an invaluable asset and it is an asset we cherish and protect Our guiding principle is to provide application specific solutions which are reliable efficient and economical Our domest...

Page 5: ...sing 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 Pla...

Page 6: ...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...

Page 7: ...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 Specifications 55 Index 56 CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Wa...

Page 8: ...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...

Page 9: ...e trailer hitch at the rear of the vehicle Electrolyte The fluid inside of a battery Fault A fault is something that happens when the motor speed control system detects a problem with the vehicle Some...

Page 10: ...l in the immediate vicinity of the vehicle SLA battery Sealed LeadAcid Battery Abattery that does not require maintenance of electrolyte level Small children Children that must be transported in a chi...

Page 11: ...mediate 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...

Page 12: ...s 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 ar...

Page 13: ...n 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...

Page 14: ...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 u...

Page 15: ...is 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 wit...

Page 16: ...identify the model series of your vehicle refer to the vehicle data plate Where to Find Data Plate and Serial Number The vehicle identification number is in three locations as shown in the illustrati...

Page 17: ...m 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 v...

Page 18: ...e 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 ca...

Page 19: ...gnal Indicator Light 3 These lights located on opposite sides of the display will flash when the directional signals are activated Emergency Stop Switch 4 This switch will disconnect main power to the...

Page 20: ...the center OFF position Foot Brake This vehicle 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 wit...

Page 21: ...t of the throttle pedal it is for operation with the right foot only It works similar to the brake in an automobile Applying pressure to the brake pedal slows the vehicle according to the amount of pr...

Page 22: ...e vehicle start switch is ON The shift lever is in the center OFF position The parking brake is OFF The driver seat is not occupied To disconnect the trailer release the tongue latching lever and depr...

Page 23: ...y increase and the hydraulic braking system will have one to three operations of the brake pedal in reserve Should the hydraulic system turn off while driving Immediately release the throttle pedal Ca...

Page 24: ...utton Enter will toggle through all of the screens available to the operator The upper and lower buttons will perform the action that is displayed in the navigation window Messages on the ClearView Da...

Page 25: ...Shown to the right is an example of a sequence fault A complete fault list can be found later in this section If a fault is currently displayed additional information on the fault can be viewed by pr...

Page 26: ...nt operating condition of the vehicle The Fault Log screen displays the fault log history The ID column is the fault ID code Then No column is the number of specific faults that have occurred Faults A...

Page 27: ...ttery power At 10 estimated battery power remaining last bar showing a warning message will pop up at the bottom of the display informing the driver of the low battery condition It is important to dri...

Page 28: ...speed is temporarily reduced until overload condition is corrected 4602 Device too hot C o n t r o l l e r i n t e r n a l temperature exceeded h i g h t e m p e r a t u r e threshold Motor speed con...

Page 29: ...w ahead at all times Keep the vehicle under control at all times Observe all traffic regulations and speed limits The vehicle shall be equipped with head and tail lights if operated at night This vehi...

Page 30: ...les If equipped with doors the doors must remain closed and latched while vehicle is in motion Driving through water or mud may affect brake performance ALWAYS test brakes by pressing the brake pedal...

Page 31: ...ther vehicle accident If equipped with a shoulder belt do not wear the shoulder belt under the arm Never swing it around the neck over the inside shoulder Never use a single belt for more than one per...

Page 32: ...tongue to its stowed position If you do not guide the tongue it may strike you or part of the vehicle Without Auto Retractor To fasten the belt insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle until you...

Page 33: ...presence switch is part of the vehicle safety system DO NOT rely on the switch as the only method to prevent vehicle movement ALWAYS turn the start switch OFF place the Shift Lever in the center OFF p...

Page 34: ...to a stop and then continue in the new direction selected For more information refer to the section on Stopping The throttle pedal must be released after selecting a new direction If the pedal is not...

Page 35: ...s vehicle is equipped with regenerative regen braking Regen braking uses the stored energy of the moving vehicle to generate electricity The generation of electricity slows the vehicle down and the po...

Page 36: ...designated cargo area Before loading or unloading cargo 1 Place the Shift Lever in the center OFF position 2 Turn the start switch OFF 3 Set the park brake Do not transport cargo that is wider than th...

Page 37: ...ng across grades The rated capacity assumes the load has a low center of gravity and is centered on the deck As example A 20 foot tall 3 000 pound statue on the deck of a 3 000 pound capacity vehicle...

Page 38: ...may be a trailing load or a pushed load It is normally expressed in pounds or Newtons The DBP of a tow tractor is the horizontal force exerted on a load at its coupler while towing or pushing a load...

Page 39: ...um designed speed whichever is lower If at all possible this vehicle should be placed on a carrier rather than towing it Trailering This Vehicle Use the holes in the front cowling and rear spring moun...

Page 40: ...to damage to the charger and or the vehicle resulting in personal injury and or property damage Do not charge any battery that is oris suspected to be frozen Charging a frozen battery may result in e...

Page 41: ...me required to fully charge your batteries will vary depending on Capacity of the batteries Higher capacity battery requires longer charge time Output of the charger Higher charger output requires les...

Page 42: ...nflate the tires to proper pressure if applicable For extended storage the vehicle should be elevated so that the tires are not touching the ground If stored for a prolonged period the batteries shoul...

Page 43: ...er operation of all interlocking switches such as but not limited to Key switch Operator presence switch Charger interlock switch Etc Inspect for leaking fluids or grease Pre Operation Inspection The...

Page 44: ...e start switch ON select a direction and slowly press the throttle pedal The vehicle should operate normally Release the throttle pedal lift up off the driver seat and again slowly press the pedal The...

Page 45: ...The motor control system should turn off and a DTC should be displayed on the dash display Charger Interlock Switch Connect the charger cord to the rear charging connector Sit in the operator positio...

Page 46: ...3 month items plus the following Inspect all hardware for tightness Tighten all electrical connections Inspect wiring for cracks fraying wear Inspect steering link rod ends Inspect steering king pins...

Page 47: ...lectrolyte If battery electrolyte gets in your eyes immediately flush your eyes with large amounts of water and seek medical attention Wear heavy duty long rubber gloves when working on or around batt...

Page 48: ...the plates and then top off when the charging cycle is complete 6 Clean the battery Refer to Cleaning section for information on cleaning the battery 7 Check the electrolyte level in all battery cell...

Page 49: ...rted away from the vehicle then it should first be lowered as close as practical to the ground before transporting Use the proper equipment when handling and transporting removable batteries Equipment...

Page 50: ...n Incorrect tire inflation can result in sudden failure of the tire and or braking steering problems leading to loss of control of the vehicle Never exceed the maximum pressure as indicated on the sid...

Page 51: ...Front to Right Rear Replacing a Tire Tire replacement should only be performed by an authorized technician trained in tire replacement Improper tools or procedures can result in explosion of the tire...

Page 52: ...Refer to illustration 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface in an area approved for servicing a vehicle 2 Set the park brake WARNING Only use DOT 3 brake fluid from a new sealed container DOT 3 brake...

Page 53: ...quirements for one of the following GENERAL MOTORS GM9985010 FORD ESW M2C128 C DAIMLERCHRYSLER MS 5931 VOLKSWAGEN TL VW 570 26 The pump is located in the rear of the vehicle 3 Thoroughly clean the are...

Page 54: ...tion Do not use any abrasive cloths or cleaners Finish with a quality automotive wax to preserve the finish of your vehicle Cleaning the Seat Belts Clean the safety belts with any mild soap solution t...

Page 55: ...s Power assist 4 wheel Hydraulic Front Disc Rear Multi disc in oil bath Had park brake Steering Hydraulic Power Steering Tires 175 80D13 8 ply rated pneumatic Pressure 100 psi 6 89 bar Frame and Cab S...

Page 56: ...witch 34 G GFI 41 Glossary of Terms 9 Ground Fault Interrupter 41 H Horn Switch 19 Hour meter 25 Hydraulic Fluid Specifications 53 I Inching 22 Interlock charger 33 Interlock Switch Inspection 44 L Li...

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Page 58: ...you 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 To minimize expos...