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Chapter 4 – VEHICLE'S CONTROLS

VEHICLE'S CONTROLS

This chapter contains information about:

- Driver's seat
- Safety belts
- Steering wheel adjustment
- Right side control panel position adjustment
- Main switch
- Engine emergency cut-off
- Parking brake switch
- External lights control stalk
- Window washer / wiper controls
- Heater and blower
- Auxiliary heater
- Electronic Climate System E.C.S.
- Operation of the digital display
- Working and signalling lights controls
- Optional controls

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DRIVER'S SEAT
Sprung driver seat with oleo-dynamic suspension for maximum driving comfort, adjustable to various driving
positions by way of levers and knobs provided.

Weight setting
Turn the knob (A) to set the driver’s weight.
Settings between 40 and 130 kg.

Seat height adjustment

Pull the lever (B) to adjust the height of the seat,
then release the lever.
Adjustment up to +65 mm.

F
Seat slope adjustment
Pull the lever (C), set the desired slope and
release the lever.
Adjustment up to +65 mm.
B
C
Seat back tilting adjustment
Pull the lever (D), adjust the desired tilt angle and E
release the lever.
Backward tilt limit 41,4°.
A D

Forward - backward adjustment

Pull the lever (E) and slide the seat in the desired
position.
After adjustment, check that the seat is firmly
locked.
Stroke 150 mm.

Armrests (if fitted)

Collapsible to facilitate the handling of the seat Possible variants
and adjustable with the knob (F).

Headrest (if fitted)

It is possible to adjust the height and the tilt angle Adjust/lock lever
of the headrest. horizontal springing system

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DRIVER'S SEAT
(Pneumatic suspension)

Pneumatic driver seat with compressor, for maximum driving comfort, adjustable to various different driving
positions by way of levers and knobs provided.

Weight setting
Use the push-button valve (A) to set the driver’s
weight (up to 130 kg).

Seat back cushion adjustment

Adjust the seat back cushion with the push-button
valves (B).
Above mentioned valves allow to adjust
separately the lower and the upper part of the
seat back cushion.

NOTE: To perform a.m. adjustments, the

ignition key must be turned to ON.

Seat back tilting adjustment

Pull the lever (D), adjust the desired tilt angle and
release the lever.
E

Seat height adjustment

Pull the lever (E), adjust the desired seat height F
and release the lever.
Adjustment up to +65 mm. A
B
Seat slope adjustment G
Pull the lever (F), adjust the desired slope and D
release the lever.
Adjustment up to +65 mm.

Forward - backward adjustment

Pull the lever (G) and slide the seat in the desired
position (stroke 180 mm).
After adjustment, check that the seat is firmly
locked.

Armrests (if fitted)

Collapsible to facilitate the handling of the seat C
and adjustable with the knob (C).

Headrest (if fitted)

It is possible to adjust the height and the tilt angle
of the headrest.

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SEAT BELT
The seat is equipped with an abdominal 2 points belt and automatic belt winder.

Instructions
- To fasten the belt, insert the tang in the buckle
until it is locked and a "click" sound can be heard.

- To release the belt, depress the release key on

buckle head.

CAUTION:
 Do not twist the belt, but lay it flat on the pelvis,
not on the abdomen, to avoid the risk to slipping
forward.

 Every now and then check the fastening screws

are not loose and the belt is not damaged or
frayed.
To fasten the
seat belt, insert
the tang in the
buckle
WARNING:
 In case of a serious accident, replace the worn
belt even if apparently not damaged. To release the belt,
depress the release key on
 Do not introduce modifications that could buckle head
decrease the functionality of the seat belt.

OPTIONAL
Additional seat inside the cab, to the left of the
driver's seat;
equipped with abdominal 2 point seat belt.

Additional seat equipped with abdominal

two point safety belt

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STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT

The steering wheel position is adjustable for a

better comfort of the driver.

Perform the adjustment as follows:

- Loosen the lock lever (L) on the steering column,

turning it counterclockwise;

- Grasp the steering wheel with your hands and

move it to the desired, more comfortable position;

- Lock the lever (L), turning it clockwise.

WARNING:
Perform this step only with stationary vehicle
and applied parking brake.
(L) steering column lock lever

Steering column

(L)
lock lever

Steering column

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RIGHT SIDE CONTROL PANEL POSITION ADJUSTMENT

The tilting angle of the right side control panel is
adjustable for a better comfort of the driver.

Perform the adjustment as follows:

- Loosen the lock lever (L) on the control panel

column turning it counterclockwise;

- Grasp the column with your hands (DO NOT

grasp the control levers or the joy-stick) and
move it to the desired, more comfortable position;

- Lock the lever (L), turning it clockwise.

WARNING: Right side control panel

Perform this step only with stationary vehicle
and applied parking brake.

(L)
Side control panel
lock lever

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MAIN SWITCH
The main switch (C) is located on the front right Front right Side right control
instrument panel. instrument panel panel

As shown, the ignition key may be switched in

following positions :

- Position 0 = All circuits OFF,

the key can be removed;

- Position 1 = Power applied,

the key cannot be removed;

- Position 2 = Engine pre-heating/start,

the key cannot be removed;

- Position 3 = Engine start

- Position 4 = Parking; auxiliary light ON ,

the key can be removed. On the front right
instrument panel

WARNING:
The engine can be started only if the shift lever is
in neutral position – "N" ;
A safety lock prevents the engine from starting if
the vehicle is in gear.

NOTE:
Verify how the ignition key works, since in some
models the key needs to be pushed-in to be turned parking 4
0 1 ON
into the positions 3 and 4.
2
3 starter
Ignition key

Side right control

EMERGENCY ENGINE CUT-OFF panel

To stop the motor only in emergency cases press

the red mushroom-head switch (114) on the side
right control panel.

NOTE: The activation od this switch cuts-off the 114

current supply to the engine and to the Engine cut-off
switch
complete vehicle; therefore, to start the
engine, remember to disengage and lift
this switch.

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PARKING BRAKE OPERATION

Apply the parking brake pressing the push-button
(8), on the front left control panel [the relevant red
pilot light goes on].

The brake switch is a push-push switch.

8
pos. “ON” - Brake applied, vehicle braked,
pilot light (53) ON ;

pos. “OFF” - Brake not applied, vehicle not

braked, pilot light (53) OFF.

The red pilot light (53) is located: front left control panel
- on the digital instrument display;
or
- on the front right instrument panel, in the version
without display (analog instruments).

NOTE: With the ignition key in position 0 "OFF",

the parking brake is automatically applied.

parking 4
0 1 ON Version withon :
Digital instrument display
2
53 pilot light parking brake applied
3 starter

WARNING:
The parking brake must be applied in following
cases:
- In case of temporary or prolonged parking of Version with :
the vehicle; Analog instruments
- Each time the cab is left unattended (even for
pilot light parking brake
few minutes) .
applied
53

WARNING:
The parking brake DOES NOT FUNCTION in case
of failure of an axle shaft of the drive axle;
therefore, for safety reasons, put chocks under
the wheels.
On the front right
instrument panel ;
further panel versions are
illustrated in Chapter 3

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EXTERNAL LIGHTS CONTROL STALK

NOTE: parking 4
0 1 ON
- Lights function only with the main switch in
position "1" ON (turn the key clockwise); 2
- Turning the ignition key to "4" parking (turning it
counterclockwise), the light can be switched on 3 starter
[by means of the relevant light switch(13)].

Function
Front left
a) Auxiliary lights and Low beams : control panel
use the 2 Steps light switch (13) on the front left
control panel :
- 1 step = Auxiliary lights
[the relevant green pilot light goes on]
- 2 step = Low beams 13
b) High beams :
with low beams switched on, pull up the control
stalk (located on the right side of the steering
pull up the lever to switch on
column) [automatic pull-back], the relevant blue the high beams and to
pilot light goes on; return to the low beams
To return to the low beams, pull up again the
control stalk, the blue pilot light (high beams A
switched on) will go off;
automatic
c) Turn signal lights :
pull-back
moving the control stalk
backwards = right turn signal lights,
left turn
forwards = left turn signal lights;
Control stalk A

Working lights and signals

(See relevant section in this Chapter)
right turn

Lights and horn

control stalk
HORN
Press inwards the push-button (A) on the lever head.

GEARBOX SELECTOR LEVER

(Refer to Chapter 5 "VEHICLE'S OPERATION")
Front left control
panel

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WINDOW WASHER / WIPER CONTROLS

NOTE:
The window washer / wiper controls only function to spray fluid on the front window,
with the main switch in position "1" ON . push the grip
(automatic pull-back)

grip

Clean the front window with the control stalk

(located on the right side of the steering column)
as follows :
Control stalk
1 - Spray the fluid on the window pushing the stalk
grip inwards;
Turn the grip to switch
NOTE: Releasing the grip, the fluid spray will on the wiper
be stopped.

2 - Switch on the wiper turning the grip in position:

 Int. = intermitting speed
 I = 1st speed
 II = 2nd speed (not active)

front window washer / wiper

control stalk
To clean the rear and roof windows, use the
relevant switches (on the front left control panel) as
follows :
1 - Spray fluid on the rear and on the roof window
(if fitted) pushing the relevant switch (9) ;
NOTE: This is a non-locking switch, releasing it
will stop the fluid spray.

2 - Switch on rear wiper pushing the relevant two

speeds switch (10). Front left
control panel
3 - For the roof wipers use switch (11).

CAUTION:
DO NOT switch on the wipers on dry glasses.
Front left
Roof wiper control panel

Rear wiper

Front wiper

11
10
9

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HEATER AND BLOWER

To achieve comfortable working conditions inside the
cab accordingly to the season, the vehicle is equipped
with a basic heater blower that permits to obtain
optimum temperatures by blowing warm air in the cab
through the air admissions "B".
B
NOTE:
There are 7 air admissions "B" located inside the cab : B
- 4 pieces on the front side of the dashboard ;
- 2 pieces on the sides of the dashboard ;
- 1 piece under the dashboard, near the inching pedal.

B B
Blower
To switch the blower on, turn the ignition key to "ON".
Adjust the air admissions "B" in open position.
Adjust the air admission speed with the blower control
knob "M".

Position 0 – Switched off OFF

Position 1 – Low speed LOW
Position 2 – Middle speed MED
Position 3 – High speed HI

Heater
It is possible to switch the heater on only with the
Front left control panel
engine running.
The performances of the heater directly depend on BLUE zone
the temperature of the coolant; for this reason, the
heater is effective only after engine warm-up.
With the blower speed control knob "M" the operator
adjusts the quantity of air blown in the cab. L

With the temperature lever "L" the operator can adjust

the cab heating from the switched off to the maximum
position, as follows:
Position 0 – BLUE zone – switched OFF
Position 1 – RED zone – MAX temperature

NOTE: M RED zone

To access the heater valve and heater battery,
remove the front panel of the cab (pe), as well as (for
the battery) the battery cover (ci) inside the
compartment.

front panel (pe)

heater battery
cover (ci)
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AUXILIARY HEATER "AIRTRONIC"

(if fitted)

For very cold climatic conditions, the vehicle may be equipped with an auxiliary heater functioning
independently from the engine and from the basic heater of the vehicle.

CAUTION:
For more information about safety, function and
maintenance, refer to the detailed instructions of Minicontroller
the manufacturer of the heater (supplied together
with the vehicle), that must be read in any case.

The heater is located inside the cab, on the right side

of the driver's seat; the Minicontroller is located on
the side right control panel.

The Minicontroller offers the possibility to set the

heater installed in the vehicle in conformity with the
desired temperature.

The Minicontroller can be used in "stand-alone" mode

(STD), or in combination with a mini-clock (Optional).

NOTE:
The vehicle may be equipped with different mini-clock
types, therefore for the function refer to the original
documents of the manufacturer supplied together with
the vehicle. Heater Side right
control panel

WARNING:
Always make sure that the heater is not
accidentally switched on through selection of a
program, especially in closed or refuelling areas, Minicontroller
of the heater
or in dangerous environment due to dusts or
vapours.
During these operation intervals, the pre-selection
times must be deactivated!

Temperature set knob

Stand-alone Minicontroller 1  left end stop approx. 8°C – low temperature
 right end stop approx. 34°C – high temperature
Start heater – heating mode:
2 Heater
Use the (2) button to start the heater in heating mode
(continuous operation).
Set the desired temperature with the knob (1). Red LED
3 operation check for heater
If the heater is in heating mode, the red LED lights up
as a check (3). Switch off
4 (non in combination with the mini-clock)

5 Blower

Blue LED
6 operation check for blower

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Auxiliary heater (continuation)

Start heater – ventilation mode:
Use the (5) button to start the heater in ventilation
mode (continuous operation).
The knob (1) has no function in ventilation mode.
If the heater is in ventilation mode, the blue LED lights Minicontroller
up as a check (6). of the heater

Switch off heater:

Use the (4) button to switch off the heater.
Heater or ventilation mode is deactivated and the
relevant LED (3) or (6) goes out.
The "Heater" mode ends after a short after run phase. Temperature set knob
1  left end stop approx. 8°C – low temperature
 right end stop approx. 34°C – high temperature

2 Heater

WARNING: Red LED

3 operation check for heater
 During the refuelling, the heater must always be
switched off. Switch off
4 (non in combination with the mini-clock)
 Do not operate the heater in closed or refuelling
areas, or in dangerous environment due to dusts
5 Blower
or vapours.
 The heater can be switched on only with the Blue LED
maintenance cover closed and with fitted air 6 operation check for blower
admission.
 During the operation and also immediately after switching-off the heater, the heater surface, the exhaust
gases and the gas / air lines are hot. Do not touch these hot parts (danger of burns)!
If any work should be performed near these hot parts, switch off the heater and let them cool down.
 The air admissions should always be adjusted in order NOT to direct the warm air flow towards persons
and temperature sensitive objects; danger of burns and fire.
 In case of fuel leaks from the carburation system of the heater, or if the typical fuel smell is felt, the heater
must be switched off immediately, or cannot be switched on, and must be put out of action removing the
fuse. Have the heater repaired at an authorised workshop.
Do NOT breath the (toxic) fuel fumes.
 Near the heater and the relevant hot air and exhaust lines it is strictly forbidden to put fuel containers, oil
tins, spray bombs, gas cartridges, fire extinguishers, rags, cloths, paper, etc.
 Modifications of the heater or of components of the heating system are NOT allowed.
 Regularly check the system for dirt, if necessary clean the protection grill on the air intake side (especially
before the warm-up cycle).
 During electric welding on the vehicle, disconnect and ground the positive terminal of the battery in order
to protect the electric/electronic components of the heater.

Maintenance
We recommend to contact an authorised workshop; in any case, refer to the original documents of the
manufacturer, supplied together with the vehicle.

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ELECTRONIC CLIMATE SYSTEM E.C.S.

The E.C.S. system (Electronic Climate System) allows to increase both the driving safety and comfort, and
puts the operator in a condition to ensure a constant thermal balance without efforts independently from the
continuously changing climatic conditions.

To reach this result all over the year, simply press the AUTO button and set the desired comfort level; we
recommend 22 – 23 °C.
With this simple setting you can be sure to have installed on your vehicle a system that, due to the huge
processing power of its microprocessor, is always watchful and ready to constantly suit the variable climatic
conditions of a working day.

In all operation conditions, the E.C.S. system controls the

temperature and the quantity of the air flowing in the cab,
to avoid that the driver, like with conventional air
conditioners, is compelled every now and then to operate
the manual controls in the aim to reach the desired
comfort level, often without result.
This control is ensured in a temperature range of the
external air between -20 and +50 °C.

NOTE: The climate system may operate only with the

engine running.

Front left control panel

Function
NOTE:
 The controls of the E.C.S. system are located on
the front left control panel.
 There are 7 air admissions "B" inside the cab as
follows:
- 4 pieces on the front side of the dashboard ;
- 2 pieces on the sides of the dashboard ;
- 1 piece under the dashboard, near the inching
pedal.

Controls of the E.C.S. system

B
B

B B

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ELECTRONIC CLIMATE SYSTEM E.C.S. (continuation)

Function (continuation)

Pushing this button, all conditioning

functions are automatically managed by the
system, that reaches and maintains constant Front left control
the pre-set temperature in the cab. panel

To adjust the air flow, use the air admissions "B".

The air flow distribution logic is strictly bond with the
statistic concept of greatest wellbeing and with the
concept warm feet / cold head, universally accepted
by all manufacturers of motor vehicles.

NOTE:
- To quickly defrost or defog the front window, please
proceed as follows:
* air distribution to the front window
* maximum ventilation speed Controls of the E.C.S. system
* compressor activation
* close all windows

Pushing this button, the automatic system is

switched off.

Switch on/off button of the air compressor.

The activation of the compressor is signalled
by the lighting on of the relevant LED.
If the compressor is switched off (LED not lighting),
the cooling function is deactivated: in this case, if the
driver wants a lower internal temperature, than the
external temperature, the LED will flash for some
seconds to call the driver's attention and inform him
that the system cannot cool down the air.
With external temperatures under 3°C, the
compressor is deactivated.
NOTE: The compressor may operate only with
running engine.

B
With these buttons (on the left side) the B
operator can set the desired temperature
inside the cab; each pressure causes a
change of +/- 1°C of the displayed value.
For values under 18°C, the indication LO appears and
the system will constantly generate maximum cold.

For values over 30°C, the indication HI appears and B B

the system will constantly generate maximum heat.

B = hand adjustable
air admissions

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ELECTRONIC CLIMATE SYSTEM E.C.S. (continuation)

Function (segue)

NOTE:
- If the vehicle is used after a prolonged stop in the
sun, set the maxim cold values (LO) and let the Front left control
windows open for some minutes, to accelerate the panel
cab cooling.
- Do not adjust the air flow directly towards you.

WARNING:
Too cool air could be unhealthy.
The air temperature settings should be only of 5-
6°C lower than external temperatures.

With these buttons (on the right side) the

Controls of the E.C.S. system
operator can manually adjust the air quantity
flowing into the cab through the admissions
"B".
Operating these buttons, the AUTO LED goes
off; the system is still automatically controlling,
exception made for the manual selection.
Pushing the decrease button with zero speed, the
control unit is switched OFF (all circuits switched off
and functions deactivated).

Pressing this button, the external air

temperature is shown on the display for
approx. 6 seconds.
When the external air temperature approaches 0°C
the display flashes for a few seconds at regular
intervals to call the attention on the risk of frozen
ground.

B = hand adjustable
air admissions
NOTE:
- To access the heater valve, heater batteries and
sensors, remove the front panel of the cab (pe), as
well as (for the battery) the battery cover (ci) inside
the compartment. B
- Any water leaks under the vehicle are caused by
B
normal condensing due to the dehumidification
performed by the system.

CAUTION:
Switch-on the climate system at least for five
minutes every week, in order to ensure a good B B
lubrication of the inner parts of the compressor
inner battery
and best performances of the system.
cover (ci)
front panel (pe)

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OPERATION OF THE DIGITAL DISPLAY

The digital display is a new man-machine interface founded on the
concept of interaction with the system: Digital display
This compact, effective, immediately readable system collects via
the CAN-Bus all information in real time in respect to the priorities
pre-set by the main controller, thus considerably supporting the
ergonomics of the driving place.
In fact, all traditional instruments have been integrated in this new,
high contrast display.

Turning the ignition key to "ON" (or putting the vehicle in motion),
switches on the display; the systems performs internal checks for
some seconds (boot), finally the main menu is displayed.
The main menu contains:
- Message field with real-time actualised load data;
- Bar of the load limiter;
- All for a better understanding necessary digital instruments
(default arrangement: tachometer, actual operation hour counter, NOTE: At the switching off of the
voltmeter, engine oil manometer, coolant thermometer, vehicle, main switch to "OFF", the
transmission oil thermometer) ; display remains on for some
minutes (~1), then goes off.
- Pilot and warning lights accordingly to ISO standard;
- System message field;
- Transmission message field (gearbox);
- Twist locks traffic light (lift truck with spreader).
The access to the various menus is performed with the available function keys.

pilot and warning lights system message field Main menu

Odometer Hour counter

load limiter bar
Speedometer Working hours

function function keys

keys (5 pieces)
(5 pcs

transmission
message field

twist locks traffic light digital instruments load data message field
(6 pcs) (masses)

NOTE:
The described and shown display is complete with all foreseen optional accessories for the lift trucks Series
F12 - F16 - F18. The arrangement of switches and controls is referred to the vehicle in "STANDARD"
version. Different arrangements, than shown, are due to customised versions.

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OPERATION OF THE DIGITAL DISPLAY (continuation)

Use of the menus

In the first menu the operator can overview the normal function of the vehicle, paying attention to the
displayed information and controlling the instruments (especially if the gauge enters the red zone), the load
limiter bar and the system message field.

In the following we give a short description of the functions:

1. Total hour counter

This counter does not show the hour fractions, that are instead considered by the calculation of the
system clock, and works only with running engine. The precision of this instruments is important, as it
forms the calculation base of all maintenance intervals and of the alarm duration.

NOTE: The installer sets up the system clock programming the relevant parameters.

2. Operator's hour counter

If foreseen during the installation, this counter shows the working hours of the operator in the system
(hours, minutes, seconds). If the operator does not digit a valid password, the vehicle operates only with
activated load limiter (lifting and forward mast tilting deactivated).

Main menu
2 - Operator's hour counter. The count
4 - System message field, starts after input of the password
alarm codes, parameters (engine switched off)

Odometer
Speedometer

1 - Total working hours

(vehicle's operation);
the count is active only with
running engine

3 - Lifted load indication

3. Lifted load indication

This indication is actualised by the load limiter that calculates it by means of the pressure transducer
installed on one of the lifting cylinders.

4. Operation message field

[system alarms (engine and transmission), load counts (swap bodies or containers), vehicle and software
information, selection and parameterisation of the system etc.].
White texts on black background for a better contrast.

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OPERATION OF THE DIGITAL DISPLAY (continuation)

5. Pilot and warning lights

The pilot and warning lights signal the switching status of the vehicle equipment; some of these (e.g.:
heated rear window) are optional.

NOTE: The pilot and warning lights of deactivated devices are grey and not pressed. After activation,
the pilot light is coloured and pressed.

Main menu

Odometer
Speedometer

5 - Pilot and warning

lights, function with
ISO symbols

6.1
6.2
6.3

6 – Transmission message fields

6. Transmission message fields (gearbox)

6.1 Display of the gear selected by the operator.

6.2 Display of the actually engaged gear.

NOTE: When the sign "–" (negative) is displayed before the gear number in the message fields 6.1 and
6.2, the vehicle is in reverse gear.

6.3 Display of error codes (in decimals) in case of a transmission fault of the model "ZF".

NOTE: For detailed information about the meaning of the error codes "ZF", refer to the original
manual of the manufacturer (enclosed to this manual).

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OPERATION OF THE DIGITAL DISPLAY (continuation)

7. Alarm symbols display
The alarm symbols are displayed in the last two fields of the pilot and warning lights zone. If the field is
already occupied by a pilot or warning light, the alarm overwrites it temporarily.
When the event occurs, the relevant alarm is displayed and in the message field "4" appears the alarm
code and the message text in the selected language.
If foreseen by the installer, the error may switch-off the engine (N.B.: In case of fully electronic controlled
engines, this function may be taken over by the engine control unit).
The alarm symbol remains displayed at the switching-off of the engine, while the text in the message field
is reset.
In any case, if the error has not been eliminated, it will be signalled again at the next start of the vehicle.
NOTE: In case of these faults, park the vehicle and call qualified staff for inspection, restoring
and repair.
The presence of a fault condition is written in the "black box" of the system (events file) that may contain
max 2000 records.
The last 30 events are available in line and can be displayed pushing the button "B" and using the keys
"F" and "G" to scroll the text.

4 - System message field, Main menu

alarm codes, parameters

button F

button B button G

7 - Alarm symbol field, display in the last 2 fields

NOTE: Following chart shows the symbols (zone 7) and the alarm messages (zone 4) displayed in the main
menu.
A200: A204: A214:
Alternator charge 1 Engine oil low level Air filter
A201: A205: A215:
Engine coolant overheating Engine oil overheating Hydraulic oil overheating

A202: A206: A216:

Engine coolant low level Brake fluid low pressure Hydraulic oil filter

A203: A207: A217:

Engine oil low pressure Brake fluid low level Emergency pump
A204: A208: A218:
Engine oil low level Brake fluid overheating Alternator charge 2
A205: A209:
Engine oil overheating Brake fluid filter
A206: A210:
Brake fluid low pressure Transmission oil low pressure

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8. Twist lock Automatic ON/OFF: Pilot light colours: green: Automatic ON, red: Automatic OFF.

9. Lights status display: for a better understanding, the function of the yellow flashing light and of the
working lights (optional accessories included) is displayed in their real position.

10. Fuel reserve: When the reserve zone is reached, the field lights on in red.
To avoid wrong indications due to movements of the tank, the signal is not launched by the reserve
contact on float, but by the zero value of the analog signal of the dipstick, integrated by a hysteresis of
approx. 20 sec. .
NOTE: This type of alarm, if configured, may switch-off the engine.

Main menu
twist locks traffic light - 12 14 - proportional load
repetition of the control lamps on the limiter bar
mast (lift truck with spreader)

9 - display of the working

lights and yellow flashing
light at their lighting on

button E

Twist locks ON/OFF - 8

With "twist OFF", the pilot light
is red, the operation is manual;
with green pilot light the
Automatic operation is activated
Fields for digital gauges - 13
(Optional)
11 - In digital gauges, the red field calls
the attention of the operator
10 - Fuel reserve
At the reaching of the fuel reserve, the fuel level bar
is no more displayed and the whole field flashes in red.
The programmed signal delay is of approx. 20 sec.

11. Fields for digital gauges

The red gauge calls the attention of the operator.

12. Twist locks traffic light (lift truck with spreader): Repetition of the control lamps on the mast.

13. Optional instruments (if fitted): Pushing the "E" button of the gauges, the displays shows an optional
page for odometer, ammeter or other gauges available on request.
NOTE: Pushing this button again, the display returns to the main menu.

NOTE: Messages can be displayed in various languages; the measured values can be displayed in SI- or
Anglo-Saxon-units.

14. Load limiter bar

The yellow zone corresponds to 90%; the red zone corresponds to 100%; the buzzer sounds
discontinuously in the yellow zone and continuously in the red zone.
To switch off the buzzer, push the "E" button of the gauges.

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Maintenance menu
The system can also count the periodic maintenance intervals; to this purpose, there are 4 separate clocks
(set by the installer at 100, 500, 1000, 2000 hours or with customised intervals). At expiration, the
maintenance step is signalled on the same way, as an alarm, by the lighting on of the symbol "MAN" in
position "7" and by a message in field "4" depending on the relevant interval.

Main menu
4 - System message field,
alarm codes, parameters

button A button F

button G

button H

button I

button L

"MAN" symbol,
lighting up in 7 - Alarm symbol zone,
field "7" displayed in the last two fields

The presence of the message is recorded in the event memory (black box) of the system, so that it may be
checked by the system supervisors.
The calculation becomes negative, evidencing the delay of the maintenance step.

Using a password, the maintenance operator can access the calculation menu with
the "A" button, after input of an access word [known by the authorised and qualified
personnel (request it directly to the C.V.S. Service department)]. The operator may
increase or decrease the values with the function keys "F" and "G", move between the
figures with the "H" and "I" buttons and finally confirm with the "L" button.

The system displays the menu page with the remaining calculations related to the various intervals and the
operator may decide, in conformity with the performed steps, which ones are to be restarted:
he can select them with the "F" and "G" buttons, then, pushing the button "L", the data are reset and the new
calculation is done.

To return to the initial menu, press again the access button "A".

NOTE: All a.m. steps must be performed only by qualified and trained personnel
that must perfectly know the system and work with caution and safely.

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Diagnosis screens
With the function key "C" the operator may scroll consecutively the diagnosis pages of the various control
boards of the system; to return to the main menu, press the button "L".

At each pressure of the "C" button, the display shows the various diagnosis pages of the control boards, that
- being all related through the CAN-BUS - offer the possibility to check the status of the actually active
inputs/outputs, showing them in a chart.

NOTE: Only highly qualified technicians with deep knowledge of the system are authorised to
consult these pages.
Do not perform steps you are not able to manage!

Main menu

button C

button L

NOTE: For further information, and in any case, in presence of doubts, which could cause
irreparable damages to the vehicle, contact the qualified C.V.S. technicians or your Dealer.

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WORKING AND SIGNALLING LIGHTS

Besides the normal lighting, the lift truck is equipped
with various working and signalling lights (quantity and G F20
type may be different upon request of the customer), F20
which considerably increase the visibility during the F40
normal vehicle's operation and with poor or absent F40 FLP
light.
P FLP
NOTE: The illustration is complete with all possible
optional accessories of this Lift truck line. P
The arrangement of the working lights/lights is
referred to the vehicle in "STANDARD"
version. Different arrangements, than shown, I
are due to customised versions. I

A
Vehicle's lights
The switches on the front left control panel and the
control stalk on the steering column operate the front
lights "A", the rear lights "P" and the turn signal lights
"I". Refer to the relevant section "EXTERNAL LIGHTS I
CONTROL STALK" in this Chapter.
A

Yellow flashing light

To switch on the yellow flashing light "G" located on
the middle of the cab, use the relevant switch (16) on
the front left control panel [the relevant blue pilot light,
goes on].
NOTE:
- The yellow flashing light "G" may be switched on
only with the ignition key in position 1 "ON" .
- On request, the yellow flashing light may be
switched on automatically turning the ignition key to 15 16
14
1 "ON", without operating the relevant switch.

Working lights 20' front left control panel

To switch on the working lights 20' "F20" located on
the cab (sideways/inside) or directly on the mast, use
the relevant switch (14) on the front left control panel
[the relevant green pilot light goes on (with display)].

Working lights 40'

To switch on i working lights 40' "F40" located on the
cab (sideways/inside, use the relevant switch (15) on
the front left control panel [the relevant green pilot
light goes on (with Display)].

NOTE:
The working lights 20' "F20" and 40' "F40", è can be parking 4
0 1 ON
switched on only with the ignition key in position 1
"ON" and the auxiliary lights switched on. 2
We recommend NOT to keep the lights switched
on with the engine switched off (if possible), in 3 starter
order not to discharge the batteries.

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Additional working lights (Optional)

To switch on the additional working lights "FLP"
located on the protection of the rear lights "P", use the
relevant switch (2) on the front left control panel [the FLP
relevant green pilot light goes on (with Display)].
These lights may be operated only with the ignition
key in position 1 "ON" and the auxiliary lights
P
FLP
switched on.
P

Side compartment light(s) I

It is possible to light the left side compartment, while
the right side compartment is equipped with light only I
upon request, with map reading lamps "LM" (with
flexible arm) located inside the side compartments.
To switch on the lamps, press the push-button (X) on X
the lamp body.
These lamps may be operated with the ignition key in
position 1 "ON". LM

NOTE: I
We recommend NOT to keep the lights switched
on with the engine switched off (if possible), in
order not to discharge the batteries.

Additional cab map reading lamp (Optional)

Map reading lamp "LM" (with flexible arm), fixed to the
internal left stand of the cab.
To switch on the lamp, press the push-button (X) on
the lamp body. 2
These lamp may be operated with the ignition key in 1
position 1 "ON".

Hazard lights
To switch on the (intermittent) hazard lights located in
the front and rear turn signal lights "I", use the
relevant switch (1) on the front left control panel [the
relevant red pilot light goes on]. front left control panel
These lights may be operated also with ignition key in
position 0 "OFF".

parking 4
0 1 ON
2
3 starter

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Spreader control lamps

There are three spreader control lamps "SS" fitted on
the fixed mast and with different colours: green,
orange and red. Spreader
control lamps
(green – orange – red)
NOTE: SS
For detailed descriptions of the function, refer to the
relevant manual of the attachment (enclosed).

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OPTIONAL CONTROLS
(if fitted)

Heated rear window

Operation with the push-push switch (3); 7
6
after defogging, switch off the switch.
5
4
Rear view mirror pre-heating 3
Operation with the push-push switch (4) ;
after defogging, switch off the switch.

Fuel warm-up
Operation with the push-push switch (5) ;
after warm-up, switch off the switch.
The warm-up system is automatically switched off
after a pre-set time, also if the switch is let in ON
position.
front left control panel

NOTE:
The switches (3), (4) and (5) may be operated only
with the ignition key in position 1 "ON" .

parking 4
0 1 ON
2
3 starter

Deactivation of the alarm buzzers

The back-up buzzer and, if fitted, the forward gear buzzer, can be deactivated with the push-push switch (6).

NOTE:
Restore the function of the buzzers as soon as their deactivation is no more necessary.

"AEB" Procedure (calibration of the shifting elements) [Optional]

Operation with the push-push switch (7) ; for correct procedure, see specific attached document.

GENERAL REMARKS
For controls not handled in this Chapter, refer to Chapter 5 "VEHICLE'S OPERATION".

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