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Model TC-080-120

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Starting: 210316
Ending: See Introduction Chapter

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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Page 1: ... 120 Serial Number Range Starting 210316 Ending See Introduction Chapter 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 WARNING Shown with optional features A ...

Page 2: ...ce for our vehicles Refer to our web site www taylor dunn com for a dealer lookup application Originally Published 9 1 2013 Revision A 9 26 2018 contents subject to change without notice Taylor Dunn Mfg 2114 W Ball Rd Anaheim CA 92804 800 688 8680 714 956 4040 FAX 714 956 0504 Visit our Web site www taylor dunn com My Vehicle information Vehicle Serial Number Engine Model Number Engine Serial Numb...

Page 3: ...hicle 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 internet you can call the factory direct at 01 714 956 4040 Feedback regarding this or any Taylor Dunn manual can be sent to Taylor Dunn Manufacturing Attn Tech Writer 2114 West Ball Road Anaheim CA 92...

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 domestic and international network of quality Taylor Dunn Dealers and Parts Service Support keeps our customers moving Tiger Tractor Tiger manufacturing has become a leading manufacturer of internal comb...

Page 5: ...8 Switch Functions 20 Turn Signals 21 Hazard Light Switch 21 Steering 21 Operator Presence Switch 21 Horn Switch 21 Transmission Shift Levers 22 Vehicle Operation 23 General Safety Guidelines 23 Seat Belts optional 25 All Seat Belt Types 26 Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts 26 Lap Belts Only 26 Seat Belts While Pregnant 26 Seat Belt Maintenance 26 Starting the Engine 27 Diesel 27 Stopping the Eng...

Page 6: ...onal 50 Pressure Relief Valve 50 Battery Maintenance 51 Cleaning 52 Watering 52 Charging 52 Tires 53 Air pressure 53 Under inflated tires result in 53 Over inflated tires result in 53 Unequal tire inflation may result in 53 Tire Tread Wear 53 Changing a Tire Wheel assembly 54 Tire Rotation 54 Replacing a Tire 55 Cleaning 56 Glass 56 Plastic Windows 56 Seats Soft Doors 56 Interior 56 Exterior Body ...

Page 7: ...ual and enjoy this high quality Taylor Dunn vehicle This manual is to serve as a guide for the operation and maintenance of your Taylor Dunn vehicle Taylor Dunn has made every effort to include as much information as possible about the operation and maintenance of this vehicle This manual contains information about the standard equipment and options available for this model This vehicle may not be...

Page 8: ...An injury treatable 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 or cage around the occupants Seating position When used in the context of occupant seating positions seat is defined as a single seat cushion or a span of 20 inches on a bench seat ...

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 defined and the vehicle components in the vehicle and or the surrounding area such as buildings other vehicles etc Safety alert symbol see above High voltage hazard Explosion hazard Corrosive chemica...

Page 10: ...hicle 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 responsible for the service and maintenance of the vehicle At no time shall a service person allow any untrained personnel to service or repair this or any Taylor Dunn vehicle For the purposes of training a qualified servic...

Page 11: ...rt 1910 178 Powered Industrial Trucks 2011 1910 178 a 4 Modifications and additions which affect capacity and safe operation 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 q 6 Industrial trucks shall not be altered so that the relative positions of...

Page 12: ...Taylor 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 Due to the unknown properties of non Taylor Dunn tested components or from components not originally equipped on the vehicle we cannot approve their use in a Taylor Dunn vehicle To maintain peak perfor...

Page 13: ...bove 2 Vehicles approved for EE operation will have a special EE decal applied will include illustration of the decal About Your Vehicle The purchase of your Taylor Dunn vehicle shows a belief in high quality products manufactured in the USA Taylor Dunn a leading manufacturer of electric burden and personnel carriers since 1949 wants to be sure this vehicle provides years of reliable service Pleas...

Page 14: ...model series of your vehicle refer to the vehicle data plate Where to Find Data Plate and Serial Number Data plate on the kick panel ID tag on the main frame inside the driver side wheel well Ford MSG425 illustration not available at time of printing Ford V6 illustration not available at time of printing ...

Page 15: ...Page 15 TC 080 120 Operator Manual MT 080 120 G HOW TO IDENTIFY YOUR ENGINE TRANSMISSION ...

Page 16: ...y 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 accessories The only personnel authorized to repair modify or adjust any part of this or any Taylor Dunn vehicle is a factory authorized service technician Throttle Pedal Brake Pedal Parking Brake Igni...

Page 17: ...ogram shall include the following Operation of this vehicle 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 vehicle controls A vehicle operation and driving test Driver Qualifications Only those who have successfully completed the Operator Training program ar...

Page 18: ...motion The most accurate reading is obtained with the vehicle on level ground With ignition switch OFF the fuel gauge indicator may drift from when the ignition switch is in the ON position The fuel gauge is not available on LPG fuel systems Refer to the gauge mounted on your LPG fuel tank 3 Headlight Switch Pull the switch OUT to turn the lights on Push it IN to turns lights off 4 Engine Oil Pres...

Page 19: ...100 hours of operation If service is not completed within 100 hours then a Transmission Fault will be generated and the Trans Fault Lamp will be illuminated Refer service or repair to a qualified technician 13 Trans Fault Lamp If this lamp is ON then a transmission fault has been recorded and shifts may be restricted to protect the transmission Remove the vehicle from service and contact a qualifi...

Page 20: ...he horn switch is located in the center of the steering wheel To sound the horn press the center area of the steering wheel hub 4 Headlight Switch The headlight switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel Pull the switch out to turn the lights on Push the switch in to turn the lights off 5 Tachometer Engine Monitor This gauge is an engine tachometer combined with a multi function en...

Page 21: ...s Turn Signals Directional signals are optional and may not be installed on your vehicle The turn signal lever is located on the left side of the steering column Push the lever forward to activate the right turn signal and pull the lever back to activate the left turn signal Hazard Light Switch Hazard lights are optional and may not be installed on your vehicle The hazard light switch is located o...

Page 22: ... R Reverse N Neutral D All forward gears 2 Gears 1 and 2 1 Gear 1 only To select a direction of travel or gear pull the shift lever towards the left and push or pull the lever into the desired direction or gear Full Range Shifter without Park The full range shifter without Park has 6 positions R Reverse N Neutral D All forward gears 3 Gears 1 through 3 2 Gears 1 and 2 1 Gear 1 only To select a dir...

Page 23: ...ehicle 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 regulations and speed limits The vehicle shall be equipped with head and tail lights if operated at night This vehicle may overturn if turned sharply when driven at high speeds Drive slowly when making...

Page 24: ...ose objects holes or bumps Do not drive under any object that is less than 95 inches 241 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 following distance from other vehicles If equipped with doors the doors must remain closed and latched while vehicle is in motion Driving through wa...

Page 25: ...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 seating positions and wearing seat belts Improper sitting and or failure to wear seat belts may result in severe bodily injury in a collision or other vehicle accident If equipped with a shoulder bel...

Page 26: ...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 into the proper buckle until you hear a snap and feel it latch Pull the belt adjustor strap until the belt is snug against your lap After unfastening the belt stow the belt in a position so that it can...

Page 27: ... bodily injury or death DANGER DO NOT OPERATE VEHICLE in an area that may be contaminated with combustible vapors The vapors can be ingested into the engine intake causing uncontrolled acceleration excessive engine speed fire explosion property damage and or severe bodily injury WARNING Do not press the throttle pedal while starting the engine Pressing the pedal while starting the engine could res...

Page 28: ...r close to full load allow the engine to idle for 3 to 5 minutes before stopping the engine to allow internal engine temperatures to stabilize NOTICE Stopping the Engine Follow instructions for parking the vehicle before turning the engine OFF All Engines Turn the ignition switch OFF ...

Page 29: ...ative terminal on the vehicle that is used to jump start 5 BEFORE NEXT STEP CONFIRM CABLESARE FIRMLY CONNECTED TO THE CORRECT BATTERY TERMINALS 6 Connect the black cable to the engine block on the dead vehicle 7 Start the engine of the jump start vehicle and bring to high idle RPM 8 Attempt to start the dead vehicle following normal starting procedures 9 After completing the jump start disconnect ...

Page 30: ...h the shift lever in the Neutral position 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 before moving the shift lever into or out of the Park or Neutral positions Moving the shift lever without the brake applied may cause unexpected vehicle movement resul...

Page 31: ...ve more braking power than the higher range Reversing Direction Always come to a complete stop before moving the shift lever to Neutral Park or other direction Stopping Release the throttle pedal and use your right foot to press the brake pedal The amount of force required to stop the vehicle will vary depending on the environment and load on the vehicle Parking 1 Bring the vehicle to a stop at an...

Page 32: ...each of the driver See the illustration to the right for a typical kill switch knob Collisions or Accidents A collision or accident may damage the electrical circuits or battery resulting in a fire hazard or chemical spill In the event of a collision or accident immediately turn the ignition switch OFF set the park brake then exit the vehicle Call emergency personnel if there is any indication of ...

Page 33: ...els in temperatures above 0ºC 32ºF NOTICE Fuel is highly flammable Use extreme care whenever refuelling your vehicle Turn the engine off DO NOT refuel with the engine running DO NOT remove the fuel cap while the engine is running Always refuel outdoors or in a well ventilated area DO NOT overfill the fuel tank Do not fill the tank neck Fill the fuel tank with proper fuel for your engine Filling th...

Page 34: ...r of 0 45 mm 0 02 inch or less Diesel 1D per ASTM D975 Jet A Jet A1 JP 5 JP 8 Arctic fuels Fuel blends of 1D and 2D for operation below 0ºC 32ºF are acceptable See Notice USE THE CORRECT FUEL The type fuel for your vehicle will vary depending on how the vehicle was ordered Make sure that you are using the correct fuel for your engine Use of the incorrect fuel nay result in fire or explosion causin...

Page 35: ...oad 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 To measure the DBP a scale would be connected in line with the tractor coupler and the load The scale will directly read the DBP as the tractor tows the load Tow tractor DBP specifications definiti...

Page 36: ...on and severe bodily injury WARNING Failure to do one of the above will result in damage to the transmission NOTICE Towing with the drive wheels on dollies The towed vehicles brakes may not be sufficient to stop the vehicle The vehicle MUST be rigidly attached to the towing vehicle so that the towing vehicles brakes will stop the towed vehicle Failure to rigidly attach to the towing vehicle may re...

Page 37: ...set within a few seconds There will be an audible click every time the breaker opens and closes If you here a clicking sound from the circuit breakers then you should immediately pull to the side of the road out of traffic and shut the vehicle off Refer repairs to a qualified technician ID Size Amps Function 1 10 Ignition 2 10 Dash gauges Reverse lights 3 10 Brake lights Turn lights 4 10 Horn 5 15...

Page 38: ...2 post cat 9 Relay MPR2 Ign Coil Ign Driver LP Lockoff Valve Fuel Trim Valves Allison 2100 System Circuit Breaker Storing and Returning to Service If your vehicle will not be operated for several weeks then it should be properly prepared for storage Information regarding service and preparation for storing or returning to service can be found in the vehicle service manual Preparation of storage or...

Page 39: ...ver and starter interlocks Proper operation of adjustable seat mechanisms if equipped Smooth and proper operation of all controls such as but not 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 of all interlocking switches such as but not limited to Ig...

Page 40: ...ped with this interlock the engine should shut off within about 5 seconds Brake Shift Interlock Note The Brake Shift Interlock is optional and may not be installed on your vehicle If equipped with this option there will be a green shift light mounted in the operator area The brake shift interlock should prevent shifting out of or into gear unless the service brake pedal is firmly pressed 1 Start t...

Page 41: ...nspect wiring for cracks fraying wear Inspect engine cooling and or heater hoses Inspect steering king pins Align the front end Every Year or 2 000 hours All 6 month items plus the following Inspect spark plugs Inspect valve lash Perkins Cummins engine Change hydraulic fluid and optional filter power steering Change fuel filters Change transmission fluid and filters AT545 transmission Change drive...

Page 42: ...etroleum Institute API Symbol on the container Oil type and capacities Engine Type API Capacity quart liter Perkins 1104 CH 4 11 10 4 Cummins B3 3 CH 4 8 7 5 PSI GM 3 0 SJ or SH 4 5 4 25 KEM GM 4 3L SJ or SH 4 5 4 25 Ford LRG DSG MSG SJ or SH 4 5 4 25 Ford ESG SJ or SH 6 6 Recommended Viscosity Engine Temp C Temp F Viscosity Perkins 40 to 10 40 to 50 0W20 40 to 30 40 to 86 0W30 40 to 40 40 to 104 ...

Page 43: ...Page 43 TC 080 120 Operator Manual MT 080 120 G Engine Dipstick Locations Ford V6 illustration not available at time of printing Ford MSG425 illustration not available at time of printing ...

Page 44: ...s not recommended to add coolant directly to the radiator unless a large quantity of coolant must be added When removing the radiator cap make sure the engine is cool and turn the cap slowly to allow any residual pressure to be safely vented before completely removing A low radiator level or a system that requires frequent filling is an indication of a coolant leak and you should have the system i...

Page 45: ...llow the engine to cool before removing the radiator cap Removing the radiator cap while the engine is hot may result in scalding hot fluid to be sprayed from the radiator causing severe bodily injury WARNING Antifreeze coolant contains mono ethylene glycol and other constituents which are toxic if taken internally and can be absorbed in toxic amounts on repeated or prolonged skin contact Persons ...

Page 46: ... 93ºC Note If transmission temperature gauge is not available operate until engine is at normal operating temperature and operate the transmission under load for 1 hour 7 Park the vehicle per warnings listed at the beginning of the procedure 8 Remove the dipstick wipe clean and reinsert into the tube 9 Remove again check fluid level If the fluid is not within the Hot Run band then drain or add flu...

Page 47: ...pstick location will vary depending on model tractor and transmission installed The dipstick for the Ford C6 transmission pulls straight out of the tube The dipstick for the Allison AT545 transmissions must be rotated to unlock and then pulls out Do not forget to rotate and lock it back in when done ...

Page 48: ...cap 5 The fluid in both reservoirs should be within 1 4 inch 6 mm of the shoulder at the front of the reservoir Refer to illustration 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface in an area approved for servicing a vehicle 2 Set the park brake 3 Place the transmission lever in Park If Park is not available place the transmission in Neutral and place blocks on the wheels to prevent vehicle movement WARNIN...

Page 49: ...ed in your vehicle It may be a separate reservoir or an integral part of the hydraulic pump Each reservoir type has a dipstick to check fluid level Fluid level should be checked with the engine off Fluid type Meets or exceeds FORD ESW M2C128 C Ford V6 illustration not available at time of printing Ford MSG425 illustration not available at time of printing ...

Page 50: ...ing the air filter should be performed by a qualified technician Pressure Relief Valve If the engine backfires the pressure relief valve opens and allows much of the pressure to vent and then reseals It will also purge any water that may have entered the filter housing When servicing the air filter make sure that the pressure relief valve is positioned facing down after the cover is installed as s...

Page 51: ... the battery terminals and always thoroughly wash hands after servicing the batteries A battery is a live electrical source It cannot be disconnected or neutralized Do not drop any tool or conductive object onto the battery A conductive object that comes in contact with the battery terminals will initiate a short circuit of the battery This could cause the battery to explode resulting in severe bo...

Page 52: ...aning 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 battery electrolyte to the batteries 7 Remove the blocks from the wheels and test drive Charging A dead battery may be a result of a faulty battery or charging system If you have a dead battery then refer charging...

Page 53: ...e 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 sudden tire failure and loss of control of the vehicle Refer to the maintenance schedule in this manual for the recommended tire inspection interval Minimum recommended tread depth is 1 16 inch 1 5 mm Dep...

Page 54: ... at different rates It is important to periodically rotate your tires to extend your tire life Refer to the maintenance schedule in this manual for the recommended interval 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 Park or Neutral if Park is not available 4 Set the park brake 5 Block the wheels on the opposite side o...

Page 55: ...izes speed ratings or load capacity Only use the 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 Cause handling problems with the vehicle Cause sudden tire failure due to mechanical interference Accelerated tire wear and premature failure Any of the abo...

Page 56: ...not use any abrasive cloths or cleaners Finish with a quality automotive wax to preserve the finish of your vehicle CLEANING Cleaning the Seat Belts Clean the safety belts with any mild 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 carriage of the v...

Page 57: ...Pounds 5 443 kg Engine Cummins 3 3 Liter Turbo Fuel System Diesel Transmission 3 Speed Automatic Cooling System Radiator Engine Driven Fan Electrical System 12 Volt Negative Ground Drive Axle Heavy Duty Differential Drive Axle with Planetary Reduction Wheel Ends Suspension Front Leaf spring Rear Rigid Brakes Power Hydroboost Four Wheel Brakes Front Disc Rear Drum Hand Operated Parking Brake Maximu...

Page 58: ...0 Service 19 Shift Inhibit 19 Transmission Fault 19 Transmission Service 19 Licensing Vehicle 13 M Maintenance Battery 51 Pre Operation Inspection 39 Schedule 41 Severe Duty 41 Visual Inspection 39 Modifications 11 12 Monitor Air Filter 50 O Operator Presence Switch 21 Operator Training 10 17 OPS 8 Overdrive 19 P Parking 31 Parking Brake 21 Pedal Foot Brake 21 Throttle 21 Pre Operation Inspection ...

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Page 60: ...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 exposure avoid breathing exhaust do not idle the engine except as necessary service your vehicle in a well ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle For m...

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