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DP SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS SELF PROPELLED STRADDLE LIFT TRUCK MODELS PD20-30 SERIES [PD20-30]

Complete guide for operating and servicing self-propelled straddle lift trucks models PD20-30 series.

Written by Nash Bernardo

Updated at February 20th, 2025

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SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
SELF PROPELLED STRADDLE LIFT TRUCK
MODELS PD20-30 SERIES

INTRODUCTION

Your Big Joe Model PD20 Series self-propelled, straddle lift truck is produced under the finest quality controlled production methods. It is designed to give the maximum in service and performance. Study this instruction manual carefully to take full advantage of its many features.
In the table of contents you will find the page number for operation, maintenance, service, and repair parts information for the equipment. Following the recommended practices contained in this instruction manual will help your equipment give you many years of dependable service.

CONTENTS

General Information

1

Contactor Tip Replacement

10

Truck Identification

2

Resistor-Adjusting Speed

10

Preparation for Use

3

Hydraulic Pressure Adjustment

10

Operating Instructions

3

Flow Control Valve Adjustment

10

Operating Precautions

3

Electrical Circuit

10-11

Battery Care

4

Base and Frame Assemblies

12-13

Charging the Battery

4

Steering Arm & Pivot Assembly

14-15

Maintenance Inspection & Service

4

Transmission, Exploded View

16

Inspection and Service Chart

5

Transmission, Complete

17

Lubrication Instructions

6

Drive Motor, Exploded View

18

Mechanical Brake Adjustment

7

Hydraulic Pump & Motor

19

Drive Wheel Replacement

7

Cylinder Assembly

20

Steering Arm Spring Tension Adjustment

7

Hydraulic System

21

Electrical Control Cable

7-8

Throttle Valve Assembly

22

Transmission Maintenance

8

Brake Assembly

23

Throttle Valve Adjustment

8-9-10

Electrical Wiring Diagram

24

Chain Length Adjustment

10

Electrical Panel

25


INFORMATION AND SPECIFICATIONS

The Model PD20, self-propelled, straddle lift truck is designed to provide an efficient mechanical means for lifting, moving, and stacking materials. A heavy-duty, 12-volt battery supplies power to the electric drive motor and to the hydraulic pump motor. The truck lifts and moves heavy objects of various sizes and shapes through simple lever and push-button controls. A high torque, heavy duty, reversible electric motor bolted directly to the transmission drives a 10" x 5" rubber tire, lug type wheel. Positive uniform traction of this drive wheel is assured at all times by a springing arrangement which maintains constant traction when going over obstacles, depressions, and up and over ramps. The drive wheel is also the steering wheel. It is turned by rotating the steering arm when in a lowered position of 15 degrees or more which pivots the motor, transmission, and drive wheel to provide 200 degrees of steering arc.
Movement of the lift truck is accomplished by a butterfly control (located inside the handle guard on the steering arm) to allow finger-tip control of three speeds, forward or reverse. A push-button electric brake control providing dynamic  braking on the motor is located in the center of the butterfly control. This is controlled by the operator regardless of the position of the steering arm up to the point where the deadman cut-off switch is set. At this point the mechanical brake takes over. The spring handle guard covering the speed and brake controls is secured at one end only. Pressure exerted against this guard actuates a switch, which reverses the direction of travel forward as a safety precaution. A mechanical parking brake, mounted on the drive motor sets automatically when the spring-loaded steering arm is released and returns to the upright position. This action also cuts off electrical power to the drive motor.
Hydraulic pressure for operation of the lift mechanism is supplied by a large, heavy-duty hydraulic pump and motor assembly. The pump provides excellent volumetric efficiency over a wide pressure range. The lift control is located on the right side of the mast for each reach. Positive controls allow smooth and accurate stops for ‘inching’ and ‘spotting’ of loads. The hydraulic cylinder located in the mast provides the lift by raising the mast, and the fork assembly rides by means of two heavy-duty link chains. The industrial type, 12-volt battery is maintained at full charge by means of the automatic 50-ampere battery charger supplied. 


GUARANTEE

1. Big Joe Manufacturing Company guarantees its equipment to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 90 days from the date of sale.
2. The manufacturer's warranty on all parts purchased by Big Joe Manufacturing Company and included in our equipment is extended to the purchaser.
3. All Big Joe parts on which claims are made shall upon authorization by the company be returned for inspection, transportation charges PREPAID. No claim will be allowed which, in the opinion of the company, has resulted from excessive overload or abuses or accident. The Guarantee does not cover pumps or parts worn out in service. THis Guarantee is VOID if anything by Big Joe Hydraulic oil is used in this unit. DO NOT USE BRAKE FLUID. Replaced parts will be shipped F.O.B. Factory.
4. The company will not accept bills for service, labor or other expenses that has not been previously approved and authorized.
5. No responsibility for contingent liability through failure of any parts of the machine will be assumed by the company.
6. Big Joe hydraulic lift trucks are designed for a long and useful life with minimum maintenance expense if (1) they are not overloaded, (2) otherwise abused and (3) they are used and maintained in accordance with recommended operating and lubricating instructions.

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TRUCK IDENTIFICATION

 

A.Steering Pivot Offset

K. Identification

T. Drive Wheel

B. Steering Arm

L. Forks

U. Transmission and Drive Motor

C. Reverse Speed Control

M. Lift Control Handle

V. Hydraulic Oil Reservoir

D. Brake Button

N. Throttle Valve

W. Hydraulic Motor Solenoid

E. Forward Speed Control

O. Battery

X. Traction Spring

F. Hydraulic Cylinder

P. Battery Cover

Y. Electrical Panel

G. Lift Chains

Q. Hydraulic Motor and Pump

Z. Electrical Panel Door

H. Inner Mast

R. Front Wheels

 

J. Lift Carriage

S. Rear Casters

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

PREPARATION FOR USE
Remove the cardboard packing from the lift truck. Remove and unpack the battery charger. Cut the bands securing the straddle frame to the skid and remove the lift truck from the skid. Open the battery compartment cover and remove the battery cable. Plug the quick disconnect of the battery cable into its mating connector at the ledt side of the mast.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Lower the spring-loaded steering arm (B, fig. 1) from the vertical position. (When the steering arm is in the vertical position, the parking brake is engaged.) For forward movement of the lift truck, depress the forward (front) speed control (E, fig. 1). Three forward and three reverse speeds are available depending upon how far down the control lever is depressed. For reverse movement, depress the reverse (rear) speed control (C).
NOTE: See information under Electrical Circuit (page 10) on how the electrical circuit functions. This information will help you understand the operation of the truck through its various speeds, forward and reverse.
To stop the truck, three different methods of braking can be used. The dynamic push button brake (D, fig. 1) located between the forward and reverse speed controls is pre-set for a definite braking action and should be used for most general braking requirements of the machine. This brake is factory set to stop the machine as quickly as possible withput jarring the load on the forks.
At times when more braking is necessary, the motor can be reversed in the first speed in the opposite direction of travel without harm to the motor or transmission.
The mechanical brake can also be used by raising the handle up to set the brake as firmly as necessary. This mechanical brake is also the parking brake and sets automatically when the spring-loaded steering arm is released and returns to the upright position. This action also cuts off electrical power to the dive motor.
Raising and lowering of the forks is controlled by the lift control handle (M) located on the right side of the mast. Move the control handle forward to raise the forks and to the rear to lower the forks.
OPERATING PRECAUTIONS
1. Do not exceed the rated capacity of the lift truck as indicated on the identification plate (K, fig. 1) located on the right side of the mast. Overloading will result in damage to lift mechanism.
2. To huard against tipping or hitting overhead obstructions, always lower the load when traveling.
3. When stacking pallets in racks, it is necessary to move the load in the raised position. Use care when turning at a right angleand use the slower speeds for moving the load when it is in a high position.
4. For general use, the mechanical brake is pre-set for a definite braking action. The first speed forward in the opposite direction of travel can be used for more braking action if needed.
5. When working on ramps, if the electrical brake is not sufficient, use the mechanical brake. Always make sure the brake is properly adjusted and in good working order.
6. Do not pick uploads on the tips of the forks. Center the loads as far back as possible toward the lift carriage.
7. Do not pick up loads on only one fork.
8. Do not use brake fluid in the hydraulic system. Use recommended oil listed in lubrication only.
9. Do not allow the spring-loaded steering arm to snap up to the vertical position. Hold the arm and allow to raise slowly when applying the parking brake.
WARNING: Do not work on, or service lift truck with the lift in a raised position without first putting a safety block under the lift to prevent accidental lowering of the lift. Raise lift before removing blocks after work is completed.

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BATTERY CARE

BATTERY CARE
The life of the battery will be determined to a great extent by the care given it. Maintain the water level above the plates at all times. Add distilled or filtered water to bring the level up to but not into the neck of the battery cell. Keep the battery charged. Use a charger that charges at a maximum rate of not more than 75 amperes when the battery is down and automatically decreases the charging rate as the battery approaches full charge, then finally goes to a trickle of 2 amperes or less to equalize the cells.
CHARGING THE BATTERY
The approximate length of time required to fully charge the battery when down is ten to twelve hours with the charger supplied with the unit. To put the battery on charge, open the cover and remove the vent caps from the battery. Inspect the electrolyte level in each cell. Add distilled or filtered water to maintain the level above the plates at all times. Place the A.C. power switch of the battery charger in the ‘OFF’ position. Plug the A.C. power cord into a 115-volt single phase 60-cycle receptacle. Remove the upper half of the battery disconnector into the plugfurnished on the charger cable. Then snap the A.C. power switch to the ‘ON' position. (When the battery is charged, be sure to replace the vent caps before using the truck.)
The charger is made to charge 12-volt 6-cell 1260-1275 specific gravity lead acid batteries. It is automatic in its operation to correctly charge the battery commencing at maximum charging rate when the battery is down and gradually tapers off to 2 amperes or less when the battery is fully charged.
CAUTION: Make sure the battery charger is plugged into the battery connector and not the lower connector. Do not plug the 115-volt charger into a wall outlet that carries 220 or 440 volts. Do not connect or disconnect the battery with the A.C. power switch on the battery charger turned on.
INSPECTION MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
GENERAL
Your Big Joe lift truck has been engineered to provide a long and useful life with a minimum of maintenance. It is important to follow the operating instructions carefully and not to overload the lift truck. In addition,

 careful attention to the following maintenance and lubrication procedures will eliminate unnecessary repair costs.
The following periodic inspection and service table is based on a normal usage of eight hours per day, five days per week. If the lift truck is used more or less, the frequency of inspection and service should be changed accordingly. 

HOW TO ORDER PARTS

When ordering parts, please state: quantity required, part number, part name and give the model and serial number of your machine.

For example: One 1645 Battery for Model PD20-58 Lift Truck, Serial No. 123.

DO NOT ORDER BY INDEX NUMBERS.

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INSPECTION, SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

INSPECTION AND SERVICE CHART

INTERVAL

INSPECTION

SERVICE

Weekly

Check condition of battery

Add water to maintain level above plates at all times

Weekly

Grease and oil

See lubrication instructions, Page 6

Weekly

Operate lift truck for final weekly inspection

Make any adjustments or service necessary

Monthly

Inspect transmission and drive unit for free operation and oil leaks.

Replace oil seal in axle housing if leaking, tighten bolts on cover if necessary. Replace O-Ring on motor face if leaking

Monthly

Drive motor commutator, brushes and springs

Worn commutator should be removed from motor and reconditioned, Replace worn brushes

Monthly

Check parking brake adjustment

Adjust parking brake linkage

Monthly

Hydraulic pump motor

Worn commutator should be removed from motor and reconditioned. Replace worn brushes.

Monthly

Check hydraulic system for leaks and oil level

Tighten loose and replace defective fittings. Add oil to the proper level. Foaming oil through the vent is usually caused by a leak in the suction line between the hydraulic pump and oil reservoir. A magnetic drain plug is furnished in the oil reservoir to trap any particles of steel that may be present in the hydraulic system.

Monthly

Inspect electrical panel for dust

Clean out dust with blow gun using dry air

Monthly

Check magnetic contactor tips

File off any high spot, replace if badly worn. Do not use emery cloth or sand paper to clean tips. A black appearance where tips make contact is normal

Monthly

Check electrical wiring

Be sure to check the 5-amp fuse located in the electrical circuit. Clean and tighten any loose connections.

Monthly

Check load wheels for wear

Replace if worn

Monthly

Check drive wheel for wear

Replace if worn

Monthly

Check caster wheels for wear

Replace if worn

Monthly

Operate lift truck for final monthly inspection

Make any adjustments or service necessary

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MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION INSTRUCTION  

LUBRICATION INSTRUCTIONS

LOCATION

LUBRICANT

A.Pivot tube bearings

Apply grease with brush to moving parts.

B. Steering Arm elbow

1 or 2 drops of oil each time serviced.

D. Upper mast rollers

Grease with pressure gun.

E. Ram head sheaves

Grease with pressure gun.

F. Lift carriage rollers

Grease with pressure gun.

G. Lower inner mast rollers

Female grease fitting-use pressure gun with point.

H. Mast & Inner mast

Apply grease with brush full length of channel where rollers operate.

I.Front wheels

Zerk fitting recessed in axle, grease with pressure gun.

J. Rear casters

Grease with pressure gun on swivel and wheel.

K. Transmission

Remove oil level plug and check level. Fill with No. 80 transmission oil to fill line.

L. Drive Motor

Bearings sealed, no lubrication.

M. Hydraulic System

Amount of oil necessary will vary with lifting height of truck. Enough oil should be in reservoir for maximum lift plus 2” reserve in tank.

N. Hydraulic Pump Motor

2 to 3 drops of light oil at each servicing in upper oil cup.

RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS

Hydraulic System

Use a hydraulic oil with a viscosity of 150 Saybolt Universal seconds. In temperatures below 20 degrees F use 100 S.U.S. oil. 

Transmission

Use No. 80 transmission oil.

Grease

Lithium base general purpose grease.

For best results use Big Joe Hydraulic and transmission oil.

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MAINTENANCE, ADJUSTMENTS AND PARTS REPLACEMENT

MECHANICAL BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
To adjust the mechanical brake, block the steering arm assembly fifteen (15) degrees back from its upper forward position. Tighten nut (A, fig. 3) against spring (B) until a noticeable drag can be felt when turning brake drum by hand from the brake end.
Usually this is the only adjustment necessary. If the brake lining (D) is worn it may be necessary. If the brake lining (D) is worn it may be necessary to advance the position of the brake arm (C) to the left one or two notches on the serrated shft (E) whcih extends from inside the brake drum.
For the most effective operation, brake arm should swing an equal distance over center from a vertical position through the brake on and off cycle.
DRIVE WHEEL REPLACEMENT
Remove the access cover at the rear of the truck. Raise the truck three inches or more until the drive wheel (15, fig. 9) is off the ground. Remove the five hex head cap screws (13) and lockwashers (14) and replace the drive wheel. Install the new drive wheel with the five cap screws and lockwashers and replace the access cover.
STEEERING ARM TENSION ADJUSTMENT
The tension of this spring should be set to return the steering arm to the upright position. For more tension, turn the spring counterclockwise and clockwise for less tension. To set, remove the two screws and lockwashers (1 and 2, fig. 8). Loosen hex nuts (8, fig. 8) on right end of pivot pin (4, fig. 8). Take a 3/8" hex head socket wrench and slip lock plate (3, fig. 8) over the wrench to lock when proper adjustment is reached. Insert wrench into the left end of the pivot  pin (4, fig. 8) and turn counterclockwise until the handle comes up to its raised position. Next, insert the lock plate (3, fig. 8) in position. Then check handle for the proper tension feel and advance the lock one or two notches on the serrations of the lock plate or until the handle returns properly to its forward position. Do not tighten the handle beyond this point as excess tension setting will cause operator fatigue. Secure with the two screws.  
ELECTRICAL CONTROL CABLE
To install cable, remove cover on pivot offset and inspection plate on operator's handle. Start by threading the end of cable opposite of plug through opening in the handle. Make a loop around the spool, see figure 4, inside the elbow starting at the left side of spool and spiral around it toward outside of handle, then down through the right side of the pivot tube and 

 

through the cable outlet (C) on top of the transmission, figure 10. Pull through enough cable so the wire ends can be fastened to the terminal strip on the electrical panel. Start adjusting the cable working back from this location.
1. Clamp cable along with motor leads at electrical panel.
2. Position the steering arm turned as far as it will go to the right and with the machine jacked up in order that the drive wheel will be in its most downward position, clamp wires above transmission leaving enough slack in wires so there will be tension in them.

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3. Pull the cable up through the pivot tube to eliminate any slack, but do not apply tension on the cable. Fasten firmly with clamp (A) to the pivot offset elbow.
4. With the steering arm in ‘UP’ position, pull the cable through opening in the steering arm until it is firmly wrapped around spool (fig. 4) Slack off cable one inch and fasten with clamp at (B. fig. 4) in operator's handle to hold cable setting in a fixed position. The electrical control cable should be adjusted so it will work in the handle elbow without pulling on the spool or crowding the wire. The cable makes one full loop in the elbow, expands when the handle is in the ‘DOWN’ position and contracts when in the ‘UP’ position.
CAUTION: Improper adjustment will damage the cable. IF it is too short, it will tear when the operator's handle is in the ‘UP’ position and if it is too long it will buckle or be pinched when the handle is in the ‘DOWN’ position.
TRANSMISSION MAINTENANCE
The transmission, which is bolted directly to the pivot tube, does not require replacement for normal maintenance of the lift truck. The drive motor may be removed without disassembling the transmission by removing the two cap screws (40, fig. 9) and four motor wire leads. If replacement of the oil seal or disassembly of the transmission is required, jack up the rear of the truck until the drive wheel clears the floor. Remove the cover at the rear of the truck. Remove drain plug and drain oil. Disassemble the transmission in the following sequence:
1. Remove the bolts which hold on the cover; also the center bolt in the pinion shaft cover plate and turn into this a bolt with enough thread to act as a puller. When the pressure is applied on the center pinion tap the cover around the edge with a marproof hammer or pry with a screw driver to loosen it. The cover must be removed evenly to prevent a bind on the three dowel pins which hold it in alignment.
2. With the cover removed, the intermediate gear and the spur pinion can be taken out through the opening.
3. Remove rear axle locknut. To do this, use a punch or screw driver to flatten down the tab on the lockwasher and turn off the locknut. The axle assembly will now be free and can be removed from the drive wheel end.  
4. Reassemble, working backward from the disassembly procedure. To adjust the Timken bearings in the axle assembly, turn the locknut tight, then back off and tighten to 20 to 30" lbs. torque. Use a new gasket when replacing the transmission cover. Adjust the end plate of the pinion counter-shaft for .010 to .020 clearance. Thsi can be done by shimming between the cap that covers this and the inner bearing race on the shaft.
The transmission assembly can be removed from the truck by taking off the four motor wire leads, disconnecting the brake linkage (7, fig. 16) where it connects to (8, fig. 16) located between the drive motor and the transmission frame, and by removing the four cap screws (8, fig. 9) and the lockwashers (7, fig. 9). The unit will now be free to be taken from the machine. 
THROTTLE VALVE ADJUSTMENT (figure 5)
The throttle valve assembly controls the raising and lowering of the forks. When the handle on the valve is moved forward, a contact switch is actuated which starts the hydraulic pump motor.Hydraulic fluid, under pressure, causes the cylinder to raise the lift mechanism. To lower the lift mechanism, the hydraulic pressure is released by moving the handle on the valve to the hydraulic reservoir thereby lowering the lift mechanism.
The throttle valve is properly adjusted, inspected, and checked thorougly before leaving the factory. It should rarely need readjusting but if it should the following procedure should be used to set the valve and contact switch.
1.With the ball seeat assembly in place and the valve installed in the hydraulic system raise the lift mechanism part way with a moderate load on the forks to build up pressure in the hydraulic system.
2. Loosen upper nut (index E, fig. 5) on handle clamp (index F) being careful that the block does not come off the cam and allow the torsion spring to slip by the pins which keep it centered and in a neutral position.
3. Pull handle back ¾" from neutral position at (index D) on the throttle valve. With a screw driver in slot of cam, rotate 1/8" clockwise. This is to make sure the ball is  seated in the valve seat (section AA, fig. 5). Turn counterclockwise until a definite resistance is felt. (Resistance is felt as the pin resting on the ball

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pushes against the hydraulic pressure in the system. At this point the cam action has moved the plunger pin down against the check ball. Rotation of the cam beyond this point pushes the ball from the seat and opens the system allowing the lift mechanism to descend.
4. When the point of resistance is felt and with the handle pulled back ¾" at (index D, fig. 5), tighten nut (index E, fig. 5) on the handle clamp. The valve should now be in proper adjustment. Test by pulling the handle back 1" and lift carriage should try to slowly descend.
5. When the release cam is properly set it may be necessary to readjust the hydraulic pump motor switch (J, fig. 5). A clearance of approximately .010 inches should be maintained between the switch plunger (index K, fig. 5) and the valve cam clamp (F, fig. 5) for precise control of the lift mechanism. To adjust for proper clearance,
 loosen the two nuts (G, fig. 5) and adjust the switch position on the bracket to give the required clearance. This adjustment should be made after setting the release cam.
Should a downward drift of the lift occur after adjusting, it could be that the ball seat is damaged. However, it is usually caused by some foreign material lodged between the throttle valve ball (index C, fig. 5) and ball seat, which allows leakage of hydraulic fluid past the seat. Normally this condition may be eliminated by operating the control handle forward and backward a few times. If this does not clear the valve, disconnect the tube at the bottom of the throttle valve and remove the hex head retaining screw (A, fig. 5) compression spring (B, fig. 5) and check ball (C, fig. 5). Check for foreign material on the ball or ball seat. Wipe the parts clean and reassembly the ball, spring, and retaining screw and reconnect the tube. Check operation of the lift. 

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If the downward drift of the load still occurs, this could be caused at the motor check valve. There is also a remote chance of leakage around the packing in the hydraulic cylinder. Check out the motor check valve by removing the hex head fitting on the back side of the hydraulic pump and taking out the spring and ball check. Inspect the ball and seat for damage; also for foreign particles that may be lodged here. Use a small mirror to do this on the far side of the pump. Clear out any foreign material, reassemble the pump check valve and check the operation of the lift.
CHAIN LENGTH ADJUSTMENT
Two heavy duty link chains raise the lift mechanism. Each chain is secured to the lift mechanism by a chain adjusting bolt, two nuts, and a lockwasher. The chains should be adjusted to equal tension and to the desired length. To adjust the length of the chains, loosen the top locknuts (54, fig. 7) and take up the slack in the chains with the ful nut below on the adjusting bolt. Tighten the locknuts securely after making the adjustment.
CONTACTOR TIP REPLACEMENT
When the contactor tip material is almost completely worn away, the tips must be replaced. The contact finger springs (10, fig. 18) should also be replaced at the same time.
RESISTOR-ADJUSTING SPEED
The speed of the truck in first and second speeds is controlled by a resistor (refer 6, fig. 18) installed between a field and negative side of the battery. Change the terminal connectors if the travel in a certain speed is not satisfactory. Shortening the resistance strip will increase the speed of travel; legthening the resistance strip will slow the speed of travel. Speeds acan be adjusted as wanted by changing the terminal connectors to a new location. When doing this make certain they and the terminals are bright and clean to assure a good connection.
HYDRAULIC PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT
The hydraulic pump is factory set to lift a load of the rated capacity of the truck (not to exceed 2000 psi) and rarely needs adjusting. However, should this be necessary, remove the acorn nut on the hydraulic pump and insert a screw driver into screw slot.
CAUTION: Do not set pressure too high or lift mechanism may be damaged and system overloaded.
Rotate clockwise to increase the counterclockwise to decrease the pressure. Refer to A, fig. 12.
FLOW CONTROL VALVE ADJUSTMENT
The flow control valve, located on the bottom of the hydraulic cylinder, controls the lowering speed of the forks. It also acts as a safety device in the event of loss of hydraulic pressure to permit the load to descend slowly. An adjustment is provided to permit the lowering speed of the forks to be varied. Hex nut should be loosened before adjustment is made and retightened after adjusting the valve. Rotate the adjustment counterclockwise to increase the clockwise to decrease the lowering speed of the forks. Refer to figure 14.
CAUTION: Do not adjust the flow control valve while the hydraulic system is under pressure. Be sure to use safety block when working under lift carriage. 
ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT
The following information on how the electrical circuit functions will be helpful to one servicing the machine. All primary motor circuits are closed by a control circuit which energizes magnetic coils that are operated by butterfly controls located in the operator's handle.
Current is supplied to the control circuit as shown on the wiring digram, figure 17. This wire is protected by a 5-ampere fuse located on the electrical panel.
NOTE: BE SURE TO CHECK THE FUSE FIRST WHEN CHECKING OUT THE ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT.
From this point the wire follows through the dead man switch located on the brake linkage of the transmission. The wire then follows up through the control cable to the operator's handle to the center blade (D fig. 6) of the travel control switch. Pressing the butterfly control (A) on speed control part way down to where contact is made with the first blade (E) closes the circuit and energizes the forward (F fig. 6) or left side of the reversing contactor completing the first speed in a forward direction. Further advancing of the butterfly control downward until the contact is made with the next blade (G) energizes contactor (H, fig. 6) to complete the second speed in a forward direction. Still further advancing of the butterfly control until contact is made with the next blade (J) energizes contactor (K, fig. 6) to complete the third speed in a forward direction.
For a reverse direction of travel, depressing the butterfly control (B) until contact is made with blade (L) energizes reversing contactor (M, fig. 6) to com-

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plete the first speed in a reverse direction. Further advancing of the butterfly control downward until contact is made with the next blade (N) energizes contactor (H, fig. 6) to complete the second reverse speed. Continuing to advance the butterfly control downward until contact is made with blade (P) energizes contactor (K, fig. 6) to complete the third speed in a reverse direction. 
To set the dynamic brake, press the button (C) located in the center of the butterfly control. This will
 open control circuit at switch (R) and simultaneously set the dynamic brake. The deadman switch (index 13, fig. 16) located on the brake linkage above the drive transmission opens the control circuit when the operator's handle is raised to its upper forward position. At this point the mechanical brake automatically takes over for parking. This same brake can be used to brake the truck at any time. It is recommended to use the mechanical brake when going down inclines or step ramps.

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FRAME ANF LIFT ASSEMBLIES

Index Number

Part Number

Part Name

Number Required

Index Number

Part Number

Part Name

Number Required

1

1981

Base and Frame Assembly 

1

16

810

Lockwasher – 5/8”

2

2

1714

Roller, I Beam

6

17

1984

Inner Mast Stop

1

3

1715

Roller Bearing

8

18

906

Door Latch 

1

4

1987

Washer

8

19

2337

Bushing, Wheel Axle

2

5

859

Grease Fitting

16

20

1843-3

Roll Pin – 3/16” x 1-1/2”

2

6

893

Chain

2

21

1777-1

Roller Axle

2

7

903

Clevis Pin

4

22

2551

Washer – 2-1/2” O.D. x 1-1/64” I.D.

8

8

1495-1

Cotter Pin

4

23

1644-31

Seal, Wheel

4

9

832-6

Hex Hd. Cap Screw – ¼-20 x ¾” Lg.

4

24

1674

Roller Bearing and Sleeve

2

10

852

Lockwasher – ¼”

12

25

845

Retaining Ring

2

11

1808

Throttle Valve Assembly (See figure 5 on Pg. 9)

1

26

1679

Caster Swivel – Complte with Wheel

2

12

1707

Throttle Valve Guard

1

26A

2336

Caster Switvel – Only

2

13

817-4

Round Hd. Mach. Screw – ¼-20 x ½” Lg.

8

27

822-8

Hex Hd. Cap Screw – ½-13 x 1” Lg.

8

14

2560-18

Hex Hd. CapScrew – - 5/8-11 x 2 – ¼” Lg.

2

28

1679-1

Wheel Axle

2

15

2561

Hex Nut – 5/8-11 NC (not shown)

2

29

1644-27

Seal, Wheel

4

To order parts… please state: quantity required, part number, par name, the model and serial number of truck.

30

1471

Wheel, Rear Caster – 6” x 2-1/2”

2

12


Index Number

Part Number

Part Name

Number Required

Index Number

Part Number

Part Name

Number Required

31

967

Roller Bearing (Rear Caster Wheel)

2

46

1633

Ram Head

1

32

1720

Roller

2

47

868

Lockwasher

1

33

1679-2

Lock Nut

2

48

822-10

Hex Hd. Cap Screw – ½-13 x 1-1/4” Lg.

1

34

804

Lockwasher- ½”

8

49

1574

Bearing Ram Head

2

35

821

Hex Jam Nut – ½”

8

50

2324

Sheave

2

36

1700

Base Access Cover

1

51

1571

Bushing

2

37

2508-4

Flat Hd. Mach. Screw – 3/8-16 x ½” Lg.

4

52

1572

Retaining Ring

2

38

1688

Control Cabinet Cover

1

53

366

Chain Adjusting Bolt

2

39

905

Door Catch

1

54

813

Hex Nut – 5/8-18

2

40

850

Hex Nut – ¼”

3

55

810

Lockwasher – 5/8”

2

41

1645

Battery

1

56

814

Jam Nut – 5/8-18

2

42

1646

Battery Connector

1

57

1271

Lift Carriage Assembly

1

43

1819

Inner Mast Assembly

1

58

1905

Lift Fork Shaft

1

44

813

Hex Nut, 5/8-18

2

59

1859

Lift Fork

2

45

2504-28

Hex Hd Cap Screw, 5/8-18 x 3-1/2” Lg.

2

60

2513

Retaining Ring

2

13


STEERING ARM AND PIVOT TUBE ASSEMBLIES

Index Number

Part Number

Part Name

Number Required

1

917-4

Round Hd. Mach. Screw – ¼-20x ½” Lg.

2

2

852

Lockwasher – ¼”

5

3

1908

Locking Plate

1

4

1734

Pivot Pin

1

5

1658

Pivot Cap

1

6

1661

Pivot Cover

1

7

2502-6

Socket Hd. Cap Screw – 3/8 – 16 x ¾” Lg.

2

8

2540

Locknut

1

9

868

Lockwasher – ½”

1

10

1872

Control Cable Clamp and Nut

2

11

2511-8

Flat Hd. Screw – ¼-20 x 1” Lg.

1

12

832-10

Hex Hd. Screw – ¼-20 x 1” Lg.

1

13

1709

Return Spring

1

14

1748

Spring Hub

1

15

1600-1

Roll Pin

1

16

1749

Cable Guide

1

17

1879

Brake Lever

1

18

1775

Connector, Female

1

19

1774

Connector, Male

1

20

839-11

Round Hd. Mach. Screw - #5-40 x 1-3/8” Lg

2

21

840

Lockwasher

2

22

1845

Speed Control Switch Assembly

1

23

1876

Retaining Ring

2

24

1878

Washer

2

25

1652

Compression Spring

2

26

1877

Washer

2

27

1767

Plunger Guide

1

28

1787

Locknut

1

To order parts… please state: quantity required, part number, par name, the model and serial number of truck.

14


Index Number

Part Number

Part Name

Number Required

29

1684

Switch, Electric Brake & Safety Switch

2

30

1776

Spacer

1

31

2545

Locknut

1

32

2544

Locknut

1

33

1769

Cover Assembly

1

34

1655

Handle Grip

2

35

1651

Plunger

1

36

1653

Connecting Ling

1

37

1650

Speed Control Lever

1

38

1695

Brake Button

1

39

1677

Brake Switch Guide

1

40

1678

Brake Switch Pin

1

41

1600-3

Roll Pin – ¼” x ¾” Lg.

2

42

2539-8

Socket Hd. Cap Screw – 5/16-18x1” Lg.

4

43

801

Lockwasher – 5/16”

4

44

1773

Handle Guard

1

45

1979

Handle Guard Spring

1

46

1660

Handle

1

47

2541-3

Slotted Hd. Mach. Screw - #10-24 x 3/8” Lg.

4

48

1804

Access Cover

1

49

865-5

Socket Hd. Cap Screw – ¼-20 x 5/8” Lg.

2

50

1598

Flange Bushing, Upper

1

51

1873

Pivot Tube Assembly 

1

52

1824

Thrust Bearing Assembly

1

53

1643

Traction Spring

1

54

1972

Spring Support Pin

1

55

1755-1

Cotter Pin – 3/32” x ¾” Lg.

1

56

1599

Spring Support

1

57

1642

Snap Ring

1

58

1597

Flange Bushing, Lower

1

59

2331

Spring

1

60

2330

Bushing

2

To order parts… please state: quantity required, part number, par name, the model and serial number of truck.

15


TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY

Index Number

Part Number

Part Name

Number Required

Index Number

Part Number

Part Name

Number Required

1

1632-1

Cotter Pin – 1/8” x 1-1/4” Lg.

1

22

1540

Lockwasher

1

2

965

Hex Nut – 4/8-18 NF

1

23

1539

Locknut

1

3

1588

Motor Spur Pinion

1

24

1727

Ball Bearing

1

4

1639

Motor Pinion Spacer

1

25

2546-1

Key, Sq. -5/16” x 1-3/8” Lg.

1

5

1621

Dowel Pin

3

26

1594

Spur Pinion

1

6

1596

Transmission Housing

1

27

1589

Gear

1

7

804

Lockwasher – ½”

4

28

1638

Pinion Spacer

1

8

2503-10

Hex Hd. Cap Screw – ½-13 1-1/4” Lg.

4

29

1626

Ball Bearing

1

9

1873

Pivot Tube Assembly

1

30

1682

Bearing Cap Spacer

1

10

1021

“O’ Ring

1

31

1629

Cover Gasket

1

11

1587

Drive Motor Assembly (see figure 11, Pg. 18)

1

32

1595

Transmission Cover

1

12

1529

Brake Assembly (see figure 16, Pg. 23)

1

33

805

Lockwasher – 3/8”

11

13

2504-8

Hex Hd. Cap Screw – 5/8-18 x 1” Lg.

5

34

2505-14

Hex Hd. Cap Screw – 3/8-16 x 1-3/4” Lg.

7

14

810

Lockwasher – 5/8”

5

35

1681

Bearing Cap Gasket

1

15

1521

Drive Wheel Tire 10”, Rubber

1

36

1680

Bearing Cap

1

 

1521-1

Drive Wheel Tire 10”, Polyurethane

1

37

801

Lockwasher – 5/16”

4

16

1374

Drive Wheel

1

38

818-8

Hex Hd. Cap Screw – 5/16-18 x 1” Lg.

4

17

1346

Axle Shaft

1

39

1846

Vent

1

18

1530

Oil Seal

1

40

20505-30

Hex Hd. Cap Screw – 3/8-16 x 3-3/4” Lg.

2

19

1531

Roller Bearing

2

41

2505-18

Hex Hd. Cap Screw – 3/8-16 x 2-1/4” Lg.

2

20

1647

Drain Plug

2

 

21

1591

Gear

1

To order parts… please state: quantity required, part number, par name, the model and serial number of truck.

16


Note: Complete Transmission Assembly may be exchanged for a complete factory rebuilt assembly by ordering Part. No. 1875 Exchange, or Transmission Assembly with Motor and Brake Assembly, No. 1988 - Transmission Assembly ONLY - less Motor and Brake Assembly No. 1990.

17


DRIVE MOTOR ASSEMBLY

Index Number

Part Number

Part Name

Number Required

Index Number

Part Number

Part Name

Number Required

1

2806

Drive End Head

1

13

2800

Commutator End Head

1

2

1625

O-ring

1

14

852

Lockwasher – ¼”

12

3

1534

Ball Bearing, Drive End

1

15

865-5

Socket Hd. Cap Screw – ¼-20 x 5/8” Lg.

12

4

2802

Armature Assembly

1

16

2808

Brush Set

4

5

2803

Frame and Field Assembly

1

17

2801

Brush Holder Assembly

1

6

2804

Field Coil Assembly

1

18

2521

Flat Washer – ¼”

2

7

2805

Pole Shoe 

4

19

2522

Lockwasher – ¼”

2

8

2807

Cover Band

1

20

2520-5

Slotted Shoulder Screw - #10-32 x 5/8” Lg.

2

9

2517-5

Hex Hd. Bolt - #10-32 x 5/8” Lg.

1

21

2515-12

Round Hd. Mach. Screw - #10-32 x 1-1/2” Lg.

1

10

2518

Flat Washer - #10

1

22

2516

Nut, Square - #10-32

1

11

2523

Flat Washer, 3/32” thk – 3/16” I.D. x ½” O.D.

3

To order parts… please state: quantity required, part number, par name, the model and serial number of truck.

12

2809

Ball Beraing, Commutator End

1

Note: Complete Drive Motor Assembly may be exchanged for a complete factory rebuilt by ordering Part No. 1587 Exchange, or a new motor assembly by ordering Part No. 1587.

18


HYDRAULIC PUMP AND MOTOR ASSEMBLY

Index Number

Part Number

Part Name

Number Required

Index Number

Part Number

Part Name

Number Required

1

2834

Hydraulic Pump, Complete

1

13

2515-12

Round Hd. Mach. Screw - #10-32 x 1-1/2” Lg.

1

2

2838

Gasket

1

14

2831

Brush, Set of Four (4)

1

3

2548

Hex Nut – 5/16-24

2

15

2827

Motor Assembly

1

4

801

Lockwasher – 5/16”

6

16

818-6

Hex Hd. Cap Screw – 5/16-18 x ¾” Lg.

4

5

1969

Terminal Strap

1

17

2835

Drive Connector, Motor to Pump

1

6

2833

Solenoid Switch

1

 

 

Note: Complete Hydraulic Pump and/or Motor Assembly may be exchanged for a complete factory rebuilt assembly by ordering the following Exchange Part Numbers. For Hydraulic Pump Assembly ONLY – No. 2834 Exchange. For Motor Assembly ONLY – No. 2827 Exchange. 

7

2549-3

Round Hd. Mach. Screw – ¼-20 x 3/8” Lg.

2

8

805

Lockwasher – 3/8”

2

9

812

Hex Nut – 3/8-16

2

10

2550

Oil Cup

1

11

2516

Square Nut - #10-32

1

12

2832

Cover Band

1

19


HYDRAULIC LIFT CYLINDER

TRUCK MODEL NO.

PD20-56

PD20-58

PD20-66

PD20-84

PD20-84

PD20-104

PD20-121

PD20-144

 

CYLINDER ASSY NO.

741

741

742

742

743

744

745

746

 

Index No.

Part Name

Part No.

Part No.

Part No.

Part No.

Part No.

Part No.

Part No.

Part No.

Qty Per Unit

1

Tube Assembly

640-10

640-10

640-11

640-11

640-12

640-13

640-9

640-14

1

2

Wiper Ring

649

649

649

649

649

649

649

649

1

3

Gland Nut

643

643

643

643

643

643

643

643

1

4

“O” Ring

648

648

648

648

648

648

648

648

1

5

Cylinder Ram

758-10

758-10

758-11

758-11

758-12

758-13

758-9

758-14

1

6

Ram Stop

645-4

645-4

645-4

645-4

645-3

645-3

645-3

645-3

1

7

“O” Ring

615

615

615

615

615

615

615

615

1

8

Piston

638

638

638

638

638

638

638

638

1

9

Packing Assy (4 rings)

634

634

634

634

634

634

634

634

1

10

Bottom Washer

647

647

647

647

647

647

647

647

1

11

Jam Nut ¾-16

626

626

626

626

626

626

626

626

1

12

Roll Pin 5/16x3/4 Lg.

825-1

825-1

825-1

825-1

825-1

825-1

825-1

825-1

1

20


HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

Index Number

Part Number

Part Name

Number Required

Index Number

Part Number

Part Name

Number Required

1

2825

Hydraulic Pump and Motor Assembly

1

13

1359

Complete Fitting, 90° Elbow

2

2

2535

Nipple

2

14

2556

90° Elbow

1

3

2536

90° Elbow

1

15

2557

Tubing Assembly

1

4

2533

Bushing

2

16

2555

Tee

1

5

803

Hose Clamp

2

17

2558

Tubing Assebly

1

6

177

Nipple

2

18

2554

Straight Fitting

2

7

864-2

Hose

1

19

1808

Throttle Valve Assembly

1

8

2532

90° Street Elbow

1

20

1703

Tubing

1

9

1795

Reservoir

1

21

2559

Tubing Assembly

1

10

2524

90° Elbow

2

22

379-2

Flow Control Valve

1

11

2525

Nut

2

23

2526

90° Street Elbow

1

12

1906

Tubing

1

24

161

Breather Cap

1

21


THROTTLE VALVE ASSEMBLY

Index Number

Part Number

Part Name

Number Required

Index Number

Part Number

Part Name

Number Required

1

1808

Manual Valve Assembly, Complete

1

15

1798

Valve Pin

1

2

1797

Manual Valve Body – 3/8”

1

16

1059

Check Ball – 5/16” Dia.

1

3

1336

O-ring

1

17

1799

Compression Spring

1

4

1143

Release Cam

1

18

1800

Retaining Screw

1

5

1142-2

Switch Bracket

1

Note: Complete Throttle Valve Assembly may be exchanged for a complete factory rebuilt assembly by ordering Part No. 1808 Exchange. See details on Exchange Items on Pages 12 and 13.

6

817-3

Mach. Screw, Phillips Hd. , ¼-20 x 3/8” Lg.

2

7

1337-1

Roll Pin

2

8

1146

Handle Return Spring

1

9

1338

Handle, Plastic

1

10

1992

Throttle Valve Handle

1

11

1418

Jam Nut – 3/8-24

2

12

1144

Throttle Valve Clamp

1

13

2567

Motor Contact Switch

1

14

2547

Nut (Adjusting)

2

22


BRAKE ASSEMBLY AND LINKAGE

Index Number

Part Number

Part Name

Number Required

Index Number

Part Number

Part Name

Number Required

1

256

Clevis

2

19

1970

Brake Lever

1

2

1747

Upper Brake Rod, Adjusting

1

20

2552

Flat Washer

1

3

1755-1

Cotter Pin – 3/32” x ¾” Lg.

10

21

1968

Brake Backing Plate

1

4

1744

Brake Lever

2

22

1967

Camshaft Assembly

1

5

1363

Clevis Pin – 5/16”

4

23

1902

Brake Shoe

2

6

1745

Tube Brake Rod

1

24

1528

Brake Drum

1

7

1746

Brake Rod

1

25

810

Lockwasher – 5/8”

1

8

1756

Lower Brake Lever Assembly

1

26

2538

Locknut

1

9

1751

Brake Mounting Bracket

1

27

2512-1

Key, Square – ¼ x 1-1/4” Lg.

1

10

805

Lockwasher – 3/8”

2

28

818-5

Hex Hd. Cap Screw – 5/16-18 x 5/8” Lg.

5

11

820-8

Hex Hd. Cap Screw – 3/8-16 x 1” Lg.

2

29

801

Lockwasher – 5/16”

5

12

2327

Locking Plate

1

30

1901

Brake Shoe Return Spring

2

13

1685

Switch, Deadman

1

31

1966

Brake Shoe Holddown Spring

2

14

2574-8

Round Hd. Screw - #6-32 x 1” Lg.

2

32

1495-3

Cotter Pin

1

15

1753

Lower Brake Pivot Pin

1

33

2543

Hex Nut, Slotted – ¼-28

1

16

2537

Locknut

3

34

2542-9

Hex Hd. Cap Screw – ¼-28 x 1-1/8” Lg.

1

17

1796

Lower Brake Adjusting Rod

1

To order parts… please state: quantity required, part number, par name, the model and serial number of truck.

18

1757

Lower Brake Spring

1

23


ELECTRICAL WIRING DIAGRAM

Index Number

Part Number

Part Name

Number Required

Index Number

Part Number

Part Name

Number Required

1

1845

Speed Control Switch Assembly

1

9

1520

Magnetic Contactor

2

2

1735

Terminal Board

1

10

1518

Speed Control Resistor

1

3

1684

Switch. Elect. Brake and Safety

2

11

1704

Electric Brake Resistor

1

4

1646

Battery Connector

1

12

1702

5 Amp. Fuse

1

5

2567

Hydraulic Motor Switch

1

13

1694

Horn Button

1

6

2825

Hydraulic Pump and Motor Assembly

1

14

1693

Horn

1

7

1476

Forward and Reverse Contactor

1

15

1685

Switch, Deadman

1

8

1587

Drive Motor

1

16

2566

Solenoid – Electric Brake

1

To order parts… please state: quantity required, part number, par name, the model and serial number of truck.

24


ELECTRICAL PANEL ASSEMBLY

Index Number

Part Number

Part Name

Number Required

Index Number

Part Number

Part Name

Number Required

1

1556

Fuse Holder

1

 

224

Remote Control Extension Assembly, Complete

1

2

1735

Terminal Board

1

1

354

Magnet

2

3

1476

Forward and Reverse Contactor

1

2

223

Push Button Station

1

4

1520

Magnetic Contactor

2

3

222

Coil Cord

1

5

1704

Electric Brake Resistor

1

4

221

Male Plug

1

6

1518

Speed Control Resistor

1

5

220

Female Plug

1

7

2566

Solenoid – Electric Brake

1

6

2839

Hydraulic Pump W/ Remote Control – 3/8

1

8

1478

Contact Tip

8

To order parts… please state: quantity required, part number, par name, the model and serial number of truck.

9

1479

Hex Nut and Lockwasher - #8-32

8

10

1485

Contact Spring

2

11

1513

Magnet Coil

2

12

1497

Return Spring

2

13

1501

Magnet Core Assembly

2

14

1494

Spring Pin Assembly

2

15

1986

Electrical Panel Assembly

 

25


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