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Hand Pallet RG30
Hand Pallet RG30
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Table of Contents
This manual uses three types of safety signs and This manual covers Model RG30, Raymond Hand
statements. Each is defined below. Pallet Truck.
NOTE
Note tells you information that will make
operating easier or better.
Before you use this hand pallet lift truck, read this • Safety shoes
manual completely. Make sure that you understand • Safety glasses
all of the content. If you do not understand any part
of this manual, tell your supervisor. • Heavy-duty gloves
We built this hand pallet lift truck for one job — to • Only handle loads on flat level surfaces.
handle and transport material. Use it for nothing Do not use a loaded truck on inclines or
else. declines.
• Do not operate this hand pallet lift truck unless
Operate this hand pallet lift truck responsibly. If you
you are authorized and trained to do so.
fail to follow the safety rules while using this hand
pallet lift truck, you could hurt yourself or someone • Read and obey all warnings and instructions
else, or damage equipment. contained in this manual.
• Do not use the hand pallet lift truck if it is
damaged or has any faults that might affect
either its safety or its safe use.
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Safety Rules
• Do not use the hand pallet lift truck if it has • Never put your feet, hands, or any other body
been repaired, modified, or adjusted, unless it part under the frame assembly.
has been checked and approved by your
• Use the hand pallet lift truck only to transport
supervisor or another authorized person.
loads.
• Always operate the hand pallet lift truck with
• Do not allow your hand pallet truck to drop
care and good judgement. Be responsible.
from one level to another. Even a drop of
• Do not operate the hand pallet lift truck with 1 in. (25 mm) more than doubles the effected
oily hands or oily shoes, due to the risk of load momentarily and results in a “shock” that
slipping. can bend or break components.
• Floors should be strong enough to handle the • Never allow anyone to stand in front of or
heaviest allowed load being transported. immediately near a loaded hand pallet lift
truck.
• Use extreme care around objects that stick out
from racks, shelves, or walls. These objects can • Do not use in cold storage, salty, or other
cause bodily injury or damage to the hand corrosive environments.
pallet lift truck.
• Horseplay is dangerous to personnel and
• Never carry passengers. equipment, and is not permitted.
• Never overload your hand pallet truck. Stay • Do not run while operating this hand pallet lift
within the rated capacity. truck.
• Distribute the load evenly on the forks. Do not • Always make sure that the load is stable before
concentrate loads at one point or load one fork moving to eliminate the opportunity for load
more than the other. shift.
• Never allow anyone to stand on or near the • Always yield the right-of-way to pedestrians.
hand pallet lift truck’s forks.
• Be aware of other lift trucks in the area;
operate the hand pallet lift truck cautiously.
fast a speed could cause a hand pallet lift truck railroad tracks only at approved floor grade
to tip. If loaded, the load could shift and fall. crossings. Do not park hand pallet trucks
within 8 ft. (2.4 m) of railroad tracks. Ask local
• When the load impairs visibility, the hand
railroad authorities or your supervisor which
pallet lift truck should be pulled and not
warning devices to use.
pushed.
• When parking a hand pallet lift truck on
• Come to a stop gently and carefully to prevent
another vehicle, make sure that the parking
the load from slipping off of the load carriers.
brake, if equipped, has been applied and/or a
• Always keep a safe distance from the edges of parking rack, if available, is used.
loading bays and loading ramps. Be attentive to
marked risk areas. • Stop when approaching crossing aisles, when
exiting an aisle, or when visibility is obstructed.
• Before operating a hand pallet lift truck over a
loading ramp, make sure that the loading ramp • Before operating or moving a hand pallet lift
is correctly secured and has the necessary load truck into an elevator, make sure that the
bearing capacity. Operate the hand pallet lift elevator is approved for total weight of the hand
truck slowly and carefully across the ramp. pallet lift truck, the load, the operator, and any
other passenger in the elevator. When entering
• Securely set the brakes and block the wheels of the elevator, the load must enter first—not the
highway trucks, trailers, and railroad cars operator. No other person should be in the
before you load or unload them. Check the elevator when the load or hand pallet lift truck
highway truck/trailer/railroad car doorway enters or leaves.
clearance. Make sure floors of highway trucks,
trailers, and railroad cars will support the • When not in use, lower the forks completely to
avoid injury.
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Lifting the Hand Pallet Lift Truck
Report all accidents—personal, damage to buildings
or equipment—to your supervisor immediately. All Lifting the Hand Pallet Lift Truck
unsafe conditions on the hand pallet lift truck
should also be reported. To lift a hand pallet lift truck either by hand or with
lifting equipment, follow these warning instructions.
Electric Model RG30
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• Do not place your hands between the
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Operation
Load Center and Load Placement (Reference
Operation Layout)
Your RG30 has been designed to ergonomically lift All loads must be placed on the back of the fork
and position loads, with the exception of loads on nearest the operator to avoid tipping of loads (see
stringer pallets. Stringer pallets have bottom boards diagram). In any case, do not exceed load. Load
nailed to the stringers. These can damage your Center is indicated on the following chart.
RG30 because they restrict the lifting action of the
scissor legs.
Max. Load
L L Max. Capacity
The pump piston and lifting ram have a polished Max. L.C. Center (L.C.)
hard chrome finish to provide maximum seal life 60 in. 30 in. 2200 lbs.
and minimum leakage. Do not allow these surfaces
48 in. 24 in. 3000 lbs.
to be nicked or pitted by abuse. A slight oil wetting Max. Capacity
of the external parts of the pistons is normal in 42 in. 21 in. 3000 lbs.
order to provide lubrication for the highly polished 36 in. 18 in. 3000 lbs.
surfaces and the seals through which they pass. Do
not be alarmed at a trace of oil even on new units.
A gentle pull on the handle engages the neutral Raise the forks by pressing and holding the raise
position and the handle can be moved without lifting button located on the handle. To lower the forks,
of the forks. This enables you to move the truck from pull on the fingertip control lever. By varying the
one place to another without activating the pump. position of the lever, you can control the lowering
speed. If your battery becomes discharged before
you finish your work, you can operate an electric
Manual Lifting
RG30 manually as previously described.
To raise the forks manually, pump the handle. Your
RG30 has an automatic neutral sensor that Remote Control
activates the pump cylinder when pumping action is
detected. The remote control must be plugged into the
receptacle on the top of the battery box. The raise
and lower buttons will now operate the truck as
Lowering
indicated.
To lower the forks, pull on the fingertip control lever.
By varying the position of the lever, you can control
the lowering speed.
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Operation
Charging the 12 Volt Battery
! CAUTION
Store the charger power cord in the bracket at
all times.
Electric hazard can occur if the plug comes in
contact with the battery.
Maintenance-Free Batteries
Maintenance
This truck is equipped with a maintenance-free
battery. Please obey manufacturer’s
Lubrication recommendations for service of these batteries.
All pivot points in the RG30 are equipped with
A maintenance-free battery still requires some care.
permanently lubricated bushings and bearings. To
The battery must be kept clean and dry and may be
increase bearing life, it is recommended that a few
washed to remove any accumulated foreign matter.
drops of light machine oil be applied at each pivot
point every 6 months. The main bearing in the
thrust plate is equipped with a grease zerk. This
should be greased every 6 months.
Hydraulic System
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Safety Regulations for Maintenance Work
Safe maintenance practices conform with the
Safety Regulations for Maintenance following general guidelines:
Work
• Always keep the area where you work clean.
Oil and/or water make the floor slippery.
• Never wear loose fitting objects or jewelry.
! WARNING
• Properly store or dispose of used oil. Follow the
Before welding or grinding on painted manufacturer’s instructions.
surfaces, always sandblast (remove) at
• Properly dispose of used solvents and all other
least 4-6 in. (102-152 mm) of paint.
cleaning/washing chemicals. Do not flush
Heated paint gives off harmful gases.
down drains. Follow the manufacturer’s
instructions for proper disposal.
! WARNING
Always secure the hand pallet lift truck
when carrying out repairs. A badly
supported hand pallet lift truck could
cause injury.
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Troubleshooting
Neutral Position
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Modifications and Additions
Modifications and Additions
• Wheels, Rollers, and Bearings THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,
• Non-Stationary Hoses and Cables EXPRESSED, IMPLIED, OR STATUTORY. THERE ARE NO
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
• Oilite Bearings and Bushings PARTICULAR PURPOSE. In no event shall The Raymond
Components found to be defective by an authorized Raymond Corporation be liable for incidental, special, or consequential
Sales and Service Center during the warranty period will be damages.
replaced or repaired as indicated above. Replacement
components installed during the defined period set forth above,
are warranted for the balance of the applicable truck warranty
period, or 90 days, whichever is longer. Additionally, freight
charges for parts involved in the replacement or repair of a
defective component will be paid by Raymond, provided that the
replacement or repair is made by an authorized Raymond Sales
and Service Center. Local taxes, if any, are excluded.
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Selected OSHA Regulations for Lift Trucks
• The employer shall ensure that each powered industrial
Selected OSHA Regulations for Lift Trucks truck operator is competent to operate a powered industrial
truck safely, as demonstrated by the successful completion
of the training and evaluation specified in this paragraph. (l)
Note: Some or all of the following may not be (1) (i)
applicable to your hand pallet lift truck. • Prior to permitting an employee to operate a powered
industrial truck (except for training purposes), the employer
The use of forklift trucks in the workplace is governed by various shall ensure that each operator has successfully completed
regulations. In the United States, the Federal Occupational Safety the training required by this paragraph. (l) (1) (ii)
and Health Administration (OSHA) has issued regulations which • Trainees may operate a powered industrial truck only under
cover the majority of workplaces. the direct supervision of persons who have the knowledge,
In addition, several states have implemented regulations which training, and experience to train operators and evaluate their
apply instead of the Federal regulations. competence and where such operation does not endanger the
trainee or other employees. (l) (2) (i) (A) (B)
Check with your local OSHA office or provincial Labor Bureau to • Training shall consist of a combination of formal instruction
confirm which regulations govern your workplace. (e.g. lecture, discussion, interactive computer learning,
Because of their wide applicability, this section of your manual videotape, written material), practical training
lists several parts of the Federal OSHA regulations that might be (demonstrations performed by the trainer and practical
of particular importance to your workplace. exercises performed by the trainee), and evaluation of the
operator’s performance in the workplace. (l) (2) (B) (ii)
The full text of the Federal regulations can be found in the Code [Editorial Note: For required training program content, refer
of Federal Regulations at 29 CFR Section 1910.178. to (l) (3) (i) (A-M) and (l) (3) (ii) (A-I).]
The following citations are followed by a reference to the • Refresher training, including an evaluation of the
appropriate subparagraph of the regulations. effectiveness of that training, shall be conducted as required
by paragraph (l) (4) (ii) to ensure that the operator has the
• Modifications and additions which affect capacity and safe knowledge and skills needed to operate the powered
operation shall not be performed by the customer or user industrial truck safely. (l) (4) (i)
without manufacturers prior written approval. Capacity,
• An evaluation of each powered industrial truck operator’s
operation and maintenance instruction plates, tags or decals
performance shall be conducted at least once every three
shall be changed accordingly. (a) (3)
years. (l) (4) (iii)
• The user shall see that all nameplates and markings are in
place and are maintained in a legible condition. (a) (6)
trained and evaluated as required by this paragraph (l). The need of repair, defective, or in any way unsafe, the truck
certification shall include the name of the operator, the date shall be taken out of service until it has been restored to safe
of the training, the date of the evaluation, and the identity of operating condition. (p) (1)
the person(s) performing the training or evaluation. (l) (6) • Any power-operated industrial truck not in safe operating
• The employer shall prohibit arms or legs from being placed condition shall be removed from service. All repairs shall be
between the uprights of the mast or outside the running lines made by authorized personnel. (q) (1)
of the truck. (m) (4) • All parts of any such industrial truck requiring replacement
• Brakes shall be set and wheel blocks shall be in place to shall be replaced only by parts equivalent as to safety with
prevent movement of trucks, trailers or railroad cars while those used in the original design. (q) (5)
loading or unloading. Fixed jacks may be necessary to • Industrial trucks shall be examined before being placed in
support a semitrailer when the trailer is not coupled to a service, and shall not be placed in service if the examination
tractor. The flooring of trucks, trailers, and railroad cars shows any condition adversely affecting the safety of the
shall be checked for breaks and weakness before they are truck. Such examination shall be made at least daily. Where
driven onto. (m) (7) powered industrial trucks are used on a round-the-clock
• Only approved industrial trucks shall be used in hazardous basis, they shall be examined after each shift. Defects when
locations. (m) (11) found shall be immediately reported and corrected. (q) (7)
• All traffic regulations shall be observed, including authorized
plant speed limits. A safe distance shall be maintained
approximately three truck lengths from the truck ahead, and
the truck shall be kept under control at all times. (n) (1)
• The driver shall be required to slow down and sound the
horn at cross aisles and other locations where vision is
obstructed. If the load being carried obstructs forward view,
the driver shall be required to travel with the load trailing. (n)
(4)
• Under all travel conditions the truck shall be operated at a
speed that permits it to be brought to a stop in a safe
manner. (n) (8)
• Stunt driving and horseplay shall not be permitted. (n) (9)
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Recommended Spare Parts List
Recommended Spare Parts List
Description Part No. Qty. Page Description Part No. Qty. Page
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Hardware Parts List
Hardware Parts List
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4
15
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14
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16 3
12
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18
10
ERGO CHASSIS
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Frame Scissor Assembly
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Thrust Plate Wheel Assembly
Thrust Plate Wheel Assembly
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1
6
5
8
9
9
9
8
7
4
6
9
10
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ERGOTHRUSTPLATEN
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Thrust Plate Wheel Assembly
FIGURE 4
QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION USED ON
ITEM NO.
1 1 PR-8024A 27 in. Plate, Thrust - Manual Model
1 1130181/001 27 in. Plate, Thrust - Electric Model
1 PR-8024B 20.5 in. Plate, Thrust - Manual Model
1 1130181/002 20.5 in. Plate, Thrust - Electric Model
2 1 AR-8030 Collar, Pump
3 2 PR-8512 Bearing, Thrust Plate
4 1 PR-8031A Wheel Mount
5 2 PL-10203 Bushing R
6 2 PL-10236C Cap, Hub
7 2 PL-20236BN-B Wheel, Steer, Nylon
2 PL-20236B-B Wheel, Steer, Poly
2 PL-10236BS-BRG Wheel, Steer, Steel
8 2 PL-10237 Ring, Snap
9 4 PL-10238D Bearing R
10 2 PR-8518 Screw, Socket Head Cap
R= Recommended Spare
List 4: Thrust Plate Wheel Assembly
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43
53
55
42 53
54
1 8
41
9 38 51
40
7
39
10 36
2 11 37
12
35 56*
44
13
14 34
33
15 50
49
19 32 31
48
18
30
3 17 29
27 28 47
26 46
16 45
4
23
22
25
5 20 23
21 24
17
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ERGOPUMPMANUALN
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Pump and Handle Assembly, Manual
FIGURE 5
QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION USED ON
ITEM NO.
39 1 PR-8535C Union Nut O-Ring (Thread)
40 1 PR-8535B Union Nut O-Ring
41 1 PR-8535A Union Nut Seal
42 1 PR-8532 Washer
43 1 PR-8531A Screw, Top
44 1 PR-20274ACM Rod, Control, Complete
45 1 21094 Nut, Lock
46 1 42631 Clip, Lever
47 1 PR-8559 Pin, Split R
48 1 PR-8558 Arm, Lowering
49 2 PL-20275 Pin
50 2 PL-20306 Bushing R
51 1 PL-10269 Pin, Split R
52 1 PL-20274BD Lever, Control
53 2 PL-10254 Ball R
54 1 PL-20274C Spring R
55 1 PL-20274E Cap
56 1 PR-20276TDM Handle, Complete
57 1 PR-8575 Ergo-Pump Valve Kit
58 1 PR-8577 Ergo-Pump Seal Kit
R= Recommended Spare
List 5: Pump and Handle Assembly, Manual (Sheet 3 of 3)
Model RG30 - Hand Pallet Truck 33
Pump and Handle Assembly, Electric
Pump and Handle Assembly, Electric
NEW FITTINGS
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Pump and Handle Assembly, Electric
FIGURE 6
QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION USED ON
ITEM NO.
Pump and Handle Assembly, Electric
1 1 PL-10244 Ball R
2 1 PR-8530A Piston
3 1 PR-8538 Bushing R
4 1 PR-8539 Seal R
5 1 PR-8540 Ring R
6 1 PR-8541 Ring, Lock
7 1 PR-8529 Top Nut Complete
8 1 PR-8529A Seal, Wiper R
9 1 PR-8529B O-Ring R
10 1 PR-8529C O-Ring R
11 1 PR-8582A Sealon
12 1 PR-8582 Breather
13 1 PR-8528 Sealon
14 1 PR-8527 Screw, Filler
15 2 PL-20274S Pin, Split R
16 1 PR-8542 Screw, Adjusting
17 2 PR-8543 Washer
18 1 PR-8544 Spring R
R= Recommended Spare
List 6: Pump and Handle Assembly, Electric (Sheet 1 of 4)
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Pump and Handle Assembly, Electric
FIGURE 6
QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION USED ON
ITEM NO.
39 1 PR-8535C Union Nut O-Ring (Thread)
40 1 PR-8535B Union Nut O-Ring
41 1 PR-8535A Union Nut Seal
42 1 PR-8532 Washer
43 1 PR-8531A Screw, Top
44 1 PR-20274ACM Rod, Control, Complete
45 1 21094 Nut, Lock
46 1 42631 Clip, Lever
47 1 PR-8559 Pin, Split R
48 1 PR-8558 Arm, Lowering
49 2 PL-20275 Pin
50 2 PL-20306 Bushing R
51 1 PL-90569E Pin, Split R
52 1 PL-20274BD Lever, Control
55 1 PL-20274E Cap
56 1 PR-20276TDE Complete Handle
57 1 PR-8557 Valve, Relief
58 1 PR-8557B O-Ring R
59 1 PR-8557A O-Ring R
61 1 1143999 Suction Line
R= Recommended Spare
List 6: Pump and Handle Assembly, Electric (Sheet 3 of 4)
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Pump and Handle Assembly, Electric
FIGURE 6
QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION USED ON
ITEM NO.
62 1 PR-8563 Fitting
63 1 1144002/001 Fitting, Elbow
65 1 PR-8048 Return Line
66 1 11813-04 Grommet
67 1 PR-20275 Button Housing
68 2 5-011-003 Machine Screws
69 1 PR-8575 Ergo-Pump Valve Kit (Not Shown)
70 1 PR-8577 Ergo-Pump Seal Kit (Not Shown)
R= Recommended Spare
List 6: Pump and Handle Assembly, Electric (Sheet 4 of 4)
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Pump and Handle Assembly, Electric
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Model RG30 - Hand Pallet Truck
Electrical Components
Electrical Components
NEW PUMP
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Electrical Components
FIGURE 7
QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION USED ON
ITEM NO.
1 1 1134731 Charger, Battery
2 1 1-074-087/005 Clamp, Cable
3 3 49854-09 Battery Connector
4 1 PC-3017 Button, Lift
5 1 1160927/001 Power Pack, Hydraulic
6 1 1130733 Harness (Main)
7 1 1099187/018 Battery Cable, 14 in.
8 1 1099187/019 Battery Cable, 20.5 in.
9 2 301253-000 Cover, Terminal
10 1 1130732 Connector/Harness, Remote
11 1 22226-02 Solenoid
12 2 11813-23 Grommet
13 1 15677-11 Clamp, Cable
14 1 590-587/105 Fuse R
15 1 307371-000 Standoff
17 1 PR-8574 Valve, Descent (Not Shown)
18 3 49852-08 Lug Set, Battery Connector (Not Shown)
R= Recommended Spare
List 7: Electrical Components
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APPENDIX A: Alphabetical Parts Index
APPENDIX A: Alphabetical Parts Index
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Description Part No. Page Description Part No. Page
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APPENDIX B: Numerical Parts Listing
APPENDIX B: Numerical Parts Listing
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Part No. Description Page Part No. Description Page
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Alphabetical Index
Alphabetical Index
D O
Daily Service 16 Operation 9
Delivery Inspection 1 Charging the 12 Volt Battery 11
Electric Lifting 10
E Load Center 9
Electric Model RG30 5 Lowering 10
Electric RG30 with Remote Control 5 Manual Lifting 10
Neutral Position 10
Remote Control 10
H OSHA Regulations 19
Hand Pallet Lift Truck
Lifting 5
Parking 8
S
Rating 6 Safety Checks 16
Handling The Load 6 Safety Equipment 2
Safety Regulations for Maintenance Work 13
Safety Responsibility 2
L Safety Rules 2, 2–5
Load Placement 9 Safety Signs 1
Safety Statements 1
M Specification Plate 6
Maintenance 12
Hydraulic System 12
Lubrication 12
Maintenance-Free Batteries 12
Model Covered 1
Modifications and Additions 17
W
Warranty 18
Warranty Claim Procedure 17
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