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MB-440-09

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B5-440-GAS

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2018 BIGFOOT G-1500

Serial Number Range:
Starting: 209617
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READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATION OR
PERFORMING MAINTENANCE.

This manual contains important information regarding
the safe operation and maintenance of this vehicle. This
manual shall be kept with the vehicle.

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Summary of Contents for 2018 BIGFOOT G-1500

Page 1: ...s 2018 BIGFOOT G 1500 Serial Number Range Starting 209617 Ending See Introduction READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATION OR PERFORMING MAINTENANCE This manual contains important information regarding the s...

Page 2: ...e for our vehicles Refer to our web site www taylor dunn com for a dealer lookup application Originally Published 7 16 2018 Revision B 8 13 2018 contents subject to change without notice Taylor Dunn M...

Page 3: ...icle 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 in...

Page 4: ...s of 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 dom...

Page 5: ...gnition Switch 19 2 Fuel Gauge 19 3 Engine Hour Meter 19 4 Headlight Switch 19 5 Wiper Switch 19 6 Beacon or Strobe Switch 19 7 Low Oil Light 19 Throttle Pedal 20 Foot Brake Pedal 20 Parking Brake 20...

Page 6: ...ing 43 Charging 43 Tires 44 Air pressure 44 Tire Tread Wear 44 Changing a Tire Wheel assembly 45 Tire Rotation 46 Replacing a Tire 46 Cleaning 47 Glass 47 Plastic Windows 47 Seats Soft Doors 47 Interi...

Page 7: ...cle provides years of reliable service Please continue to read this manual and enjoy this high quality Taylor Dunn vehicle This manual is to serve as a guide for the operation and maintenance of your...

Page 8: ...e by first aid and or follow up treatment by a doctor or other professional medical personnel Notice signal word Refer to Signal Words and Their Definitions OPS Operator Protective Structure Steel cab...

Page 9: ...immediate 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...

Page 10: ...gs inside the vehicle at all times Each passenger shall be fully aware of the vehicle s operation All forms of recklessness are to be avoided Of the Service Personnel The service personnel are respons...

Page 11: ...ithout manufacturers prior written approval Capacity operation and maintenance instruction plates tags or decals shall be changed accordingly 1910 178 q 6 Industrial trucks shall not be altered so tha...

Page 12: ...aylor Dunn 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 Du...

Page 13: ...eny warranty solely for the lack of receipts As the gas powered burden carrier owner you should however be aware that Taylor Dunn Manufacturing Company may deny you warranty coverage if your gas power...

Page 14: ...art 8 Throughout the gas powered burden carrier warranty period stated above Taylor Dunn Manufacturing Company will maintain a supply of warranted parts sufficient to meet the expected demand for such...

Page 15: ...n 1910 178 Powered Industrial Trucks Type LP This vehicle is designed for driving on smooth road surfaces in and around facilities such as industrial plants nurseries institutions motels mobile home p...

Page 16: ...tor Manual MB 440 09 HOW TO IDENTIFY YOUR VEHICLE Data Plate To identify the model series of your vehicle refer to the vehicle data plate Where to Find Data Plate and Serial Number Data plate Serial n...

Page 17: ...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 vehicle and its ac...

Page 18: ...icle under circumstances normally associated with your particular environment Emphasis on the safety of cargo and personnel All safety rules contained within this manual Proper operation of all vehicl...

Page 19: ...l any vehicle while the engine is running The fuel gauge indicator may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion The most accurate reading is obtained with the vehicle on level ground With ignition...

Page 20: ...rn switch is designed to be operated with the drivers left foot The switch is located to the left of the steering column To activate the vehicle horn press the switch with your left foot Shift Lever T...

Page 21: ...is located on the left side of the steering column The switch is a small tab To activate the hazard lights pull the tab out To turn the hazard lights off push forward or pull back the directional sign...

Page 22: ...vehicle is not designed to accommodate child seats Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle Keep a clear view ahead at all times Keep the vehicle under control at all times Observe all traffic...

Page 23: ...ose objects holes or bumps Do not drive under any object that is less than 80 inches 203 cm from the ground Do not drive off of curbs or other steep drop offs more than 2 inches high Stay in your driv...

Page 24: ...pants being crushed while restrained in the vehicle WARNING DO NOT use seat belts in a vehicle that is not equipped with OPS Make sure you the driver and all passengers are properly seated in approved...

Page 25: ...stening the belt guide the belt 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 i...

Page 26: ...engine in a closed or poorly ventilated building where the exhaust gases can accumulate Breathing these gases may result severe bodily injury or death DANGER DO NOT OPERATE VEHICLE in an area that ma...

Page 27: ...s and drive belts Make sure that the cables are secured in place and cannot move into any moving components such as fans and drive belts CAUTION Frequently required jump starts is an indication of a f...

Page 28: ...ition Engine braking is disabled in the Neutral position and could cause loss of control of the vehicle resulting in property damage and or severe bodily injury WARNING Firmly apply the foot brake bef...

Page 29: ...e curb or block the wheels Attempting to select a gear with the engine off may cause damage to the shift linkages Shifting at engine RPM s higher then idle may damage the transmission NOTICE Shifting...

Page 30: ...of maximum load is the maximum weight than can be carried on a vehicle under ideal conditions There are many conditions that will reduce the maximum safe load a vehicle can carry Some of these condit...

Page 31: ...ile the vehicle is in motion Our deck enclosures and covers such as cabs fiberglass tops surrey tops cargo boxes and similar structures are not designed to carry cargo or accessories unless equipped f...

Page 32: ...ad 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 loa...

Page 33: ...ry and or property damage Damage to the towed vehicle drive train components and or motor WARNING Use extreme caution if towing a vehicle backwards and it is recommended ONLY to tow a short distance u...

Page 34: ...oap and water and change clothing DO NOT mix gasoline alcohol or gasohol with diesel fuel Mixing fuels may result in explosion causing severe bodily injury and or property damage DO NOT fill portable...

Page 35: ...s a blend of gasoline and alcohol Unleaded gasoline with up to 10 ethanol by volume MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether MTBE and unleaded gasoline blend max 15 MTBE by volume Improperly formulated gasoho...

Page 36: ...tighten the cap until it clicks a couple of times 7 Immediately clean up any fuel spills DO NOT operate the vehicle if the fuel cap is missing or damaged DO NOT substitute ANY other device or material...

Page 37: ...ot limited to Throttle pedal Brake pedal Parking brake Steering Horn Etc Proper operation of all locking mechanisms such as but not limited to Hood latches Cargo box s Cab doors Etc Proper operation o...

Page 38: ...er is in the approved operator position 1 Firmly set the park brake 2 Start the engine 3 Make sure transmission is in Neutral 4 Get off of the driver seat The engine should shut off These procedures m...

Page 39: ...e belt for cracking Inspect all steering linkages and hardware Lubricate the vehicle Tighten all electrical connections Inspect all wiring for fraying cracks wear Re torque the wheel nuts Adjust park...

Page 40: ...ying the appropriate American Petroleum Institute API Symbol on the container Oil type and capacities Petroleum or synthetic detergent oils that meet API Class SJ or higher 1 7 to 1 9 US quart 1 6 1 6...

Page 41: ...ent 4 Remove the paper element and discard 5 Inspect the rubber seal and replace if any damage is found 6 Install new paper element 7 Saturate the foam pre cleaner with clean engine oil then squeeze o...

Page 42: ...evere bodily injury and or property damage Lead is poisonous Batteries and battery terminals contain lead and lead components Avoid touching the battery terminals and always thoroughly wash hands afte...

Page 43: ...n on cleaning the battery 6 Check the electrolyte level in all battery cells If low fill to the correct level with distilled water using part number 77 201 00 battery filler Never add additional batte...

Page 44: ...tread increases the risk of loosing control of the vehicle due to hydroplaning on a wet road surface It also increases the risk of a flat tire due to road debris Extreme tire wear can result in sudde...

Page 45: ...hours of operation 1 Park the vehicle on a hard level surface off of any main road or highway 2 Turn the engine OFF 3 Place the shift lever in Neutral if Park is not available 4 Set the park brake 5...

Page 46: ...can result in explosion of the tire wheel assembly causing severe bodily injury or death WARNING Never mix tire types tire sizes speed ratings or load capacity Only use the tire types and sizes approv...

Page 47: ...d soap solution that is recommended for cleaning upholstery or carpets Do not bleach or dye the belt webbing because this may weaken it Under Carriage For long life it is important to keep the under c...

Page 48: ...ntimeters Engine 2 Cylinder 19 Horsepower Fuel Unleaded Gasoline Capacity 9 Gallons 34 liters Fuel System Mechanical fuel pump Cooling System Forced air Transmission CVT Belt Drive Axle 1 speed with f...

Page 49: ...n Inspection 37 Schedule 39 Severe Duty 39 Maximum load capacity 30 Modifications 11 12 O Operator Training 10 18 OPS 8 P Parking 29 Parking Brake 20 Pedal Foot Brake 20 Throttle 20 Pets 29 31 Pets Tr...

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Page 52: ...ose 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 ex...

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