Still FM-X EW Series, Original Instructions Manual

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Operation
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Driving
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Operating the service brake
Electrical braking recovers energy for the
battery. This results in a longer operating time
between the charging processes and less
wear to the brakes.
The electric brake converts the acceleration
energy of the truck into electrical energy as
soon as the accelerator pedal is released.
This causes the truck to brake.
The truck can also be braked with the me-
chanical brake by actuating the brake pedal
(2). When the pedal is pressed gently, the
mechanical brake acts on the load wheels in
addition to the electric brake. When the pedal
is pressed firmly, the braking effect of both
brake systems increases.
DANGER
If the service brake fails, the truck cannot brake
sufficiently. There is a risk of accident!
If the driver detects an abnormal decrease in the
braking effect, there may be a technical fault.
– Press the emergency off switch to bring the truck
to a standstill with the electromagnetic parking
brake.
– Notify the authorised service centre.
– Do not operate the truck again until the service
brake has been repaired.
DANGER
At speeds that are too high, there is a danger that
the truck could slip or overturn!
The braking distance of the truck depends on the
weather conditions and the level of contamination
on the roadway.
– Adapt your driving and braking style to suit the
weather conditions and the level of contamina-
tion on the roadway.
– Always choose a driving speed that will provide
a sufficient stopping distance.
– Brake the truck by releasing the accelerator
pedal (1).
– If the braking effect is inadequate, use
the brake pedal (2) as well to apply the
mechanical brake.
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