Taylor-Dunn BT-280 Series Operator'S Manual Download

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MB-280-02

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Starting: 205963

Ending: See Introduction Chapter

Use with Model Numbers:

BT-280-36 (36 volt)
BT-280-48 (48-volt)

Operator’s Manual

BT-280 Tram

The best way to go about your business

READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATION
OR PERFORMING MAINTENANCE.

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

WARNING

Summary of Contents for BT-280 Series

Page 1: ...6 volt BT 280 48 48 volt Operator s Manual BT 280 Tram The best way to go about your business READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATION OR PERFORMING MAINTENANCE This manual contains important information reg...

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 12 14 2017 Revision D 8 13 2018 Contents subject to change wit...

Page 3: ...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 interne...

Page 4: ...erience 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 domestic an...

Page 5: ...17 5 Hi Low Speed Switch 17 6 Smart View Display 17 7 Horn Switch 17 8 Start Switch 17 9 Emergency Stop Switch 17 Parking Brake Automatic 18 Seat Adjustment 18 Seat Interlock Switch 19 Park Brake 19 C...

Page 6: ...pplications 44 Battery Maintenance 45 Cleaning 46 Watering 46 Removable Batteries 47 Roll Out Battery Box ROBB with battery Dolly 47 Tires 48 Air pressure 48 Tire Tread Wear 48 Changing a Tire Wheel a...

Page 7: ...ite 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 a beli...

Page 8: ...ated on the dash that is used to select the direction of travel DBP Draw Bar Pull see below Draw bar pull The force seen by the trailer hitch at the rear of the vehicle Electrolyte The fluid inside of...

Page 9: ...eat as defined by federal or state motor vehicle standards SRO Static Return to Off A fault action that disables the vehicle Start Switch A switch typically located on the dash that enables the vehicl...

Page 10: ...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 are res...

Page 11: ...te 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 defined...

Page 12: ...ll 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 q 6...

Page 13: ...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 14: ...YOUR VEHICLE Data Plate The vehicle data plate includes information about your vehicle and is located as shown in the illustration below Frame Serial Number The serial number is also attached to the...

Page 15: ...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 vehicle and...

Page 16: ...is 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 cargo...

Page 17: ...Speed Switch Push the top of the switch rabbit for normal speed push the bottom of the switch turtle for slow speed 8 Start Switch The switch turns on the vehicle electrical control system Rotate the...

Page 18: ...of the vehicle and operates similar to the throttle pedal in an automobile Depress the pedal to increase speed and release the pedal to decrease speed Parking Brake Automatic This vehicle may be equi...

Page 19: ...set the parking brake push down on the brake pedal and pull the lever up until it locks To release the park brake depress the foot brake pedal pull up on the park brake handle push the release button...

Page 20: ...he left of the steering column It has a red indicator light LED a Thumb wheel braking force adjustor a Pendulum level adjustment lever and a Manual Braking lever As the vehicle slows during braking th...

Page 21: ...ents a motor symbol with a T in the center BSI A bar graph representing the current state of charge is located across the top of the display When the batteries are fully charged all segments of the ba...

Page 22: ...Wrench icon will stop flashing and remain ON Additionally the vehicles maximum speed will be significantly reduced until the maintenance is performed and the display is reset The display should only b...

Page 23: ...F02001 Throttle Fault Refer to service technician F02002 Belly Switch Fault Refer to service technician F02003 Open Field Refer to service technician F02004 Open Field L Refer to service technician F...

Page 24: ...e children unattended in the vehicle Keep a clear view ahead at all times Keep the vehicle under control at all times Observe all traffic regulations and speed limits The vehicle shall be equipped wit...

Page 25: ...at 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 driving lane under normal conditions maintaining a safe followi...

Page 26: ...dditional information in the operation of your vehicle DO NOT exceed the maximum rated speed for your vehicle locally imposed speed limits or the safe operating speed for conditions Exceeding any of t...

Page 27: ...n a sequence fault will occur If the sequence fault occurs you can clear the fault by placing the Direction Control switch in the center OFF position and then re selecting the desired direction of tra...

Page 28: ...urrent driving conditions as follows While Coasting When you release the throttle pedal the Neutral Regen mode is selected and gradually slows the vehicle Only a small amount of power is generated Cha...

Page 29: ...passengers must be seated in the available seats one passenger per seating position WARNING Vehicle Load Capacity Definition The rated maximum load capacity of a vehicle is the load carrying capacity...

Page 30: ...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 To me...

Page 31: ...d whichever is lower If at all possible this vehicle should be placed on a carrier rather than towing Park Brake Bypass Switch This vehicle is equipped with an automatically applied electric parking b...

Page 32: ...ction ROP Do not use seat belts unless the vehicle is equipped with ROP Using seat belts in a vehicle without ROP may result in occupants being crushed while restrained in the vehicle WARNING Do Not u...

Page 33: ...e 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 hear...

Page 34: ...r property damage This charger requires a standard household 15Amp electrical circuit Before plugging the charger in confirm that your charging station is configured correctly DO NOT attempt to charge...

Page 35: ...e 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 less charge time Depth of dis...

Page 36: ...l indicate the current charging condition as follows Left Charge cycle is ON and is in constant current mode Left Middle 80 Charge cycle is ON and is in constant voltage mode Right 100 Charge cycle co...

Page 37: ...air should be referred to a qualified technician The charger must be connected to a properly grounded AC receptacle Improper connection will increase the risk of electric shock and can cause severe pe...

Page 38: ...the spec plate may result in premature failure of the batteries The charger turns itself on when it is plugged into the wall outlet and turns off when the batteries are fully charged The charger conti...

Page 39: ...ging status as follows Slow flash Charge cycle is complete and is in post charging phase Rapid flash Normal cycle is complete and now in equalizing phase Solid Charge cycle is complete The FAULT lamp...

Page 40: ...so that the tires do not touch the ground If stored for a prolonged period the batteries should be charged as follows Returning to Service Check the battery state of charge and charge if required Per...

Page 41: ...me Cargo box Cab doors Etc Proper operation of all interlocking switches such as but not limited to Start switch Seat or foot interlock switch Brake interlock switch regen switch Charger interlock swi...

Page 42: ...tart 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 ve...

Page 43: ...off and a DTC should be displayed on the dash display Charger Interlock Switch Connect the charger to its power source If using a portable charger connect the charger cable to the vehicle Sit in the o...

Page 44: ...the vehicle Inspect and tighten all power electrical connections Inspect all wiring for cracks fraying or wear Every 6 Months or 600 hours All 3 month items plus the following Inspect adjust front wh...

Page 45: ...atteries A full face shield will help protect your eyes from battery electrolyte If battery electrolyte gets in your eyes immediately flush your eyes with large amounts of water and seek medical atten...

Page 46: ...6 Clean the battery Refer to Cleaning section for information on cleaning the battery 7 Check the electrolyte level in all battery cells If low fill to the correct level with distilled water using pa...

Page 47: ...to the dolly tray so that it can not roll off 3 Position the ROBB dolly as close as possible to the vehicle aligned with the battery box 4 Pump foot pedal 1 to raise the dolly tray until it is slight...

Page 48: ...g with inadequate 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 ca...

Page 49: ...he vehicle on a hard level surface off of any main road or highway 2 Make sure the Start switch is in the OFF position then remove the key 3 Place the Direction Control switch in the center OFF positi...

Page 50: ...tire types and sizes approved for use on this model Contact your authorized Taylor Dunn dealer to confirm approved tire types and sizes Mixing tires or installing a tire that is not approved may Caus...

Page 51: ...r debris enters the master cylinder then it may result in diminished and or loss of braking power resulting in a collision or accident with severe bodily injury WARNING Periodically visually inspect t...

Page 52: ...the recommended cleaning interval Allow the charger to dry before starting a charging cycle Under Carriage For long life it is important to keep the under carriage of the vehicle clean from caked on...

Page 53: ...lass Mat AGM Note SLA VRLA batteries requires the use of a battery charger configured for sealed batteries Total battery weight not to exceed 261 kg 576 pounds Transmission Helical Gear Oil Bath Trans...

Page 54: ...evere Duty 44 Signal Words Caution 11 Danger 11 Notice 11 Warning 11 Specifications 53 Starting 26 Stopping 28 Storing 40 Switch Operation Brake Bypass 31 Direction Control 17 Hazard light 18 Turn Sig...

Page 55: ...Index 55...

Page 56: ...uding 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 exposure avoid breathing ex...

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