ALTRAD FORT E-Powerbarrow :
Heavy Duty UV, FS, GL, Heavy Duty pro UV, pro FS, pro GL -
Safety & Operating Instructions
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The system can be activated by pressing the “SLOW”
button (2) on the throttle box (figure 2) for one second. A
red LED will light up in the button. When the HDC is
activated the yellow joystick throttle (3) will be de-
activated. Now the motor will limit the speed of the
wheelbarrow to a maximum of 1.8 km/h.
The brake function will lose its functionality when the
front wheel has not enough grip on the surface.
By pressing the “SLOW” function again for 1 second the
HDC will be de-activated. The red LED will be off. Now the
throttle will be activated again!
Make sure the wheelbarrow is on a horizontal surface
before de-activating the HDC function
.
5.3 Working with the E-PowerBarrow
The E-PowerBarrow can be used to transport loads from
one place to another. When loading the wheelbarrow
make sure that the weight of the load is equally divided in
the tray.
5.4 Removing / replacing the battery
The battery of the E-PowerBarrow can be removed. To
remove the battery, place the wheelbarrow up with the
levers pointing up. Press the yellow button on the battery
to release the safety
switch from the battery.
Now lift the battery up
until it is released from
the wheelbarrow.
5.5 Replacing the battery
The battery can be put back by sliding it back under the E-
PowerBarrow.
On the top of the battery are two rails that can connect
with the rails mounted on the E-PowerBarrow. When
sliding down the rails the battery is fixed after the yellow
safety button gave a click and the battery can’t be taken
up anymore.
5.6 Warning lights and warning sounds
Table 2 from this manual provides information about the
different warning lights and sounds.
When the motor indicates an overload: Put the throttle
immediately in neutral position then choose another
route or partially unload the wheelbarrow. Continuous
overloading of the E-PowerBarrow motor will damage
the motor.
6. Maintenance
6.1 Battery
The life of a battery is extended if the battery is fully
charged. Therefore, always charge the battery after use.
When the battery is not used for more than two weeks in
a row, charge the battery again to keep it in good
condition. Always store the battery in a warm dry place.
6.2 Cleaning the E-PowerBarrow
Clean the E-PowerBarrow first with a dry brush. If
necessary, the wheelbarrow can be cleaned with ordinary
running water.
6.3 Storing the E-PowerBarrow
The E-PowerBarrow should be stored in a dry place.
6.4 Transporting the E-PowerBarrow
The E-PowerBarrow weighs about 22 kg without battery.
The weight of the E-PowerBarrow slightly differs
depending on the mounted tray.
Always remove the battery before loading the E-
PowerBarrow for transport
.
Always remove the battery before lifting the E-
PowerBarrow.
The weight of the Lithium battery is 1.8 kg.
The weight of the AGM lead battery is 7.1 kg.
Make sure the E-PowerBarrow is fixed to the vehicle
during transport.
