8HBW23 Operator Manual

Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Your Toyota Product . . . . . . . . . . . 1
How to Use This Manual . . . . . . . . 2
To Find Information Quickly . . . . . . . . . 2

Warnings and Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Safety Standards Compliance . . . . . . . . 4
Safety Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Special Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Modifications and Additions . . . . . . . . . 7
Model 8HBW23 Lift Trucks . . . . . . . . . . 8
Start-Up Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Operating Safely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Driving Safely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Outdoor Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Pedestrians . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Ramp Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Dockboards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Highway Trucks, Trailers, and
Railroad Cars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Elevators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Handling Loads Safely. . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Stability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Battery Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Warning Decals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Location of Warning Decals . . . . . . . . . 28
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Your Lift Truck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Lift Truck Direction Reference. . . . . . . 29

Capacity and Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Specification Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Correct Operating Position . . . . . . . . . . 33
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Control Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Control Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Operator Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Lift Truck Operation . . . . . . . . . . 54
Operation Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Operator’s Daily Checklist . . . . . . . . . 55
To Start the Lift Truck . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
To Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
To Slow Your Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
To Reverse Direction
(Normal Operation) . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Emergency Reverse Direction . . . . . . . 67
To Stop the Lift Truck
(Normal Operation) . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
To Stop the Lift Truck (Emergency) . . . 69
To Pick Up a Pallet in an Aisle. . . . . . . 70
To Unload a Pallet in an Aisle . . . . . . . 72
Parking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
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Battery Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Battery Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Battery Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
To Install the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
To Remove the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Battery Pack (Option) Charging
Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Battery History Record . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Scheduled Maintenance. . . . . . . . 86
Maintenance Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Hour Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Maintenance Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Inspection and Maintenance
Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Selected OSHA Regulations . . . . . 93
Alphabetical Index. . . . . . . . . . . . 97
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Your Toyota Product
Your Toyota Product
The Toyota lift truck is the result of extensive

development and testing. With proper
operation and scheduled maintenance, this
lift truck will give years of productive use.
If you should ever have questions or require

service, training, or additional manuals,
contact your local authorized Toyota
Industrial Equipment dealer.
All information, specifications, and

illustrations in this manual are based on the
latest data available at the time of
publication. Toyota Industrial Equipment
reserves the right to make changes or
improvements at any time without notice.
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How to Use This Manual
How to Use This Manual
This manual reinforces your training so you

can help prevent personal injury and
property damage.
You should read this entire manual and all

warning decals before operating your lift
truck.
To Find Information Quickly

• Look it up in the Index at the back of the
book.
• Look it up in the Table of Contents.
• Look for the section title in the page
heading.
Warnings and Cautions

You will see two kinds of safety reminders in
this manual:
WARNING: Warning indicates a

potentially hazardous situation, which, if
not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION: Caution indicates a

potentially hazardous situation, which,
if not avoided, could result in minor or
moderate injury or in damage to the lift
truck or nearby objects. It can also be
used to alert against unsafe practices.
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Safety
Safety
Training
Federal law
requires you to
be trained and
authorized to
operate this lift
truck.
This manual is
not a substitute
for training.
The Operator Manual is intended to be a

reminder of the operator’s training. That
training should include all of the safety
statements, warnings, and cautions
regarding the use of this lift truck.
To attain the highest efficiency and safest

operation, Toyota strongly encourages, and
Federal law requires, that operators be
properly trained before operating this lift
truck.
There is a summary of the training

requirements under “Selected OSHA
Regulations” on page 93 of this manual.
Read and obey all warnings, cautions, and

instructions in this manual and on the lift
truck.
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Safety
CAUTION: Operate this lift truck slowly

in an open area until you understand
the controls completely.
Toyota builds safe and reliable products. To

operate this lift truck safely, you must be
properly trained. This manual is intended to
remind you of your training so you can help
prevent personal injury and property
damage.
Talk with your supervisor if you have any

questions or concerns about operating this
lift truck.
Safety Standards
Compliance
This lift truck complies with the following
standards and regulations in effect on the
date the lift truck was built:
• ANSI/ITSDF B56.1, an American

National Standard
• Underwriters Laboratories (UL) 583
• Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA) 29 C.F.R. Section
1910.178
Selected portions of these standards and

regulations appear in this manual.
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Safety Requirements
WARNING: Industrial equipment can be
hazardous.
Powered industrial equipment can be

hazardous. This lift truck is not like an
automobile. It does not drive, steer, or stop
like an automobile.
Lift truck accidents often result from:
• Careless operators
• Untrained and unauthorized use
• Poor maintenance
Your lift truck is part of a material handling

system that has three parts:
• The operator
• The lift truck
• The workplace environment
Safe operation of your lift truck requires:
• Your knowledge, training, skill, and

attitude
• Active and attentive supervision to
reinforce correct operational behavior
• Good lift truck maintenance
• A safe workplace with an appropriately
configured lift truck
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Safety
Certain optional features enhance the
operation of your lift truck in special
conditions.
Options
Options are available for the Model 8HBW23
lift trucks. Options may include devices
such as travel alarms, cold storage
conditioning, load backrest guard,
2-position keyed Main ON/OFF switch, and
a variety of load wheels and poly tires. Not
all options are available on all trucks.
One or more of these options may be

appropriate if your operating environment
contains special conditions. Please note that
since the use of some of these features could
create potential hazards that would not exist
in their absence, they should be selected
only after careful consideration.
For more information, please refer to the

Toyota Accessories Brochure.
For complete information, please contact

your local authorized Toyota Industrial
Equipment dealer.
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Special Applications
This lift truck is designed for use indoors and
in certain outdoor conditions. Before using
this lift truck outdoors, please review
“Outdoor Operation” on page 14 for outdoor
requirements and determine if conditions are
appropriate for operation.
Before using this lift truck in a special

application, contact your local authorized
Toyota Industrial Equipment dealer for
correct procedures.
Examples of special applications are as

follows:
• Cold storage
• Corrosive environments
• Infrequent use (not using the lift truck
for more than 30 days)
• Hazardous environments
Modifications and Additions

Pursuant to Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA) regulations,
modifications and additions that affect
capacity and safe operation shall not be
performed by the customer or user without
the prior written approval of Toyota
Industrial Equipment. Contact your local
authorized Toyota Industrial Equipment
dealer before making any alteration or
modification to this lift truck.
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Safety
Model 8HBW23 Lift Trucks
Start-Up Safety
Do not operate this lift truck until you have
checked all systems with the Operator’s
Daily Checklist. See pages 55-59.
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Safety
Operating Safely
Report any malfunction or unsafe condition
to your supervisor immediately. Do not
operate the lift truck until the condition is
corrected.
WARNING:
Keep your
body clear of
the lift truck,
pallet, and
nearby objects
and your hands
on the grips
while walking
with a lift truck. Your head, arms, hands,
legs, or feet can be seriously injured if
they strike objects while the lift truck is
moving.
WARNING:
Exception: If
your lift truck
starts to tip or
fall off a dock
or dockboard,
let go of the
control handle
and move
quickly away.
If the truck tips over, you could be
seriously injured or killed.
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Safety
WARNING:
Never carry
passengers.
WARNING:
Never let
anyone stand
on or ride the
forks.
Driving Safely
If you leave the lift truck unattended, fully
lower the forks, press the red ( O ) key on
the keypad, turn the Main ON/OFF switch
to the OFF ( O ) position, remove the key (if
keyed switch option), and disconnect the
battery.
Operate the lift truck slowly and in an open

area until you become thoroughly familiar
with the lift truck controls.
Operate this lift truck only from the

designated operating position.
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Safety
Start, stop, change direction, travel, and
brake smoothly.
Always look where you are driving. Keep a

clear view.
Travel at the safest speed that conditions

allow and always within authorized facility
speed limits. Operate the lift truck only at a
speed that permits the lift truck to be
stopped safely at all times and under all
travel conditions.
When general lighting is less than 2 lumens

per square foot, auxiliary lighting is required.
Travel with the forks as low as possible for

floor conditions.
Pay attention to your operating environment.
When you cannot see around the load, drive

with the load behind you.
Always be mindful of changing conditions

and how they might impact lift truck
operation.
Keep a safe distance from other trucks.
Keep to the right whenever possible.
Do not pass another truck going in the same

direction at intersections, blind spots, or
other dangerous locations.
Obey all traffic rules. Yield the right of way to

pedestrians.
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Safety
Stop the lift truck and sound the horn when
you approach intersections or crosswalks,
when you exit an aisle, or when you cannot
see clearly.
Always approach and leave aisles slowly.
Slow down for turns and for uneven, wet, or

slippery surfaces that could cause the lift
truck to slide or tip.
Do not drive over objects on the floor or

ground.
Do not operate on rough or uneven surfaces.

This truck is for use on smooth or improved
surfaces only.
Do not drive through areas where moisture

is present, including: wet pavement,
puddles, ice, snow, or in the rain. If the lift
truck gets wet, allow the lift truck to dry
completely before operating.
Never stand on or ride a Model 8HBW23 lift

truck.
Keep the lift truck under control at all times.
Watch out for objects sticking out from

racks, shelves, and walls.
Make sure there is enough light. Drive only

in well lighted areas.
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WARNING: If
you do not
operate your
lift truck safely,
you could be
injured or the
lift truck could
be damaged by
objects
protruding
from the rack.
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Safety
Outdoor Operation
Although this lift truck is designed for use in
certain outdoor applications, there are
limitations that should be observed and
followed.
Do not drive through areas where moisture

is present, including: wet pavement,
puddles, ice, snow, or in the rain. If the lift
truck gets wet, allow the lift truck to dry
completely before operating.
Operate this lift truck at a speed that is safe

for conditions. Always be mindful of
changing conditions and how they might
impact lift truck operation.
Make sure there is enough light. Drive only

in well lighted areas.
Slow down for turns and for uneven, wet, or

slippery surfaces that could cause the lift
truck to slide or tip.
Do not drive over objects on the ground.

surfaces only.
Do not park outdoors.
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Pedestrians
Always keep pedestrians safe. Other people
in your area or facility might not know how
this lift truck works.
Always yield the right of way to pedestrians.
Sound the horn when you approach

intersections or crosswalks.
WARNING:
Never drive
this lift truck
toward or
up close to
anyone,
especially
someone
standing
next to a
solid object
like a wall or
workbench.
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Safety
Ramp Operation
Operate on ramps with the load end
downgrade. If the load restricts visibility, or
requires the load backrest to retain the load,
travel with the load upgrade with the
operator positioned off to the side.
Travel slowly and do not angle or turn the lift

truck on a ramp1.
Do not leave the lift truck unattended or

park the lift truck on a ramp.
WARNING: Failure to obey correct

methods of ramp operation can result in
a lack of lift truck stability that may cause
severe personal injury.
NOTE: Make sure the lift truck is square
with the ramp before ascending or
descending.
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Safety
Dockboards
Make sure any movable dockboard is wide
enough and strong enough to carry the load.
The load capacity must be marked plainly.
Before you drive on a dockboard, make sure
it is fastened securely to prevent slipping.
The sides of the dockboards should be high
enough to prevent the lift truck from running
over the edge.
Make sure the dockboard has enough

contact with the dock and carrier to prevent
rocking or sliding. The dockboard should
have hand holds, or other means, for safe
handling.
Drive the lift truck slowly and smoothly. Do

not jar the dockboard out of position.
WARNING: If
your lift truck
starts to tip or
fall off a dock
or dockboard,
let go of the
control handle
and move
quickly away.
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Safety
Highway Trucks, Trailers,

and Railroad Cars
WARNING: Securely set the brakes and
chock the wheels of highway trucks,
trailers, and railroad cars before you
load or unload them.
WARNING: Check the highway truck,

trailer, and railroad car doorway
clearance.
WARNING: Make sure floors of highway

trucks, trailers, and railroad cars will
support the weight of the loaded lift
truck.
WARNING: Cross railroad tracks only at

approved floor grade crossings.
WARNING: Do not park lift trucks within

8 ft. (2.4 m) of railroad tracks.
Ask local railroad authorities or your

supervisor which warning devices to use.
Never enter a trailer unless the wheels are

chocked.
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Safety
The truck design and the Click-to-Creep
feature can be used to right angle stack
loads in highway trucks or trailers.
WARNING: Make sure there is enough

space to prevent you from being trapped
between the lift truck and nearby objects.
Always place the handle in the full upright

position, set the brake, and secure the lift
truck when transporting the lift truck in an
over the road vehicle.
Always place the handle in the full upright

position, set the brake, and secure the lift
truck when operating a lift gate.
Make sure the lift gate is large enough to

accommodate the lift truck and the load.
Enter and exit the lift gate slowly.
Elevators
Check with your supervisor before you use
this lift truck in or near an elevator.
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Safety
Handling Loads Safely

Do not overload this lift truck. See the
specification plate for capacity. For example,
see page 31.
Move only loads that are securely packaged.

If your load shifts, your lift truck could tip
over.
Do not handle unstable, loosely stacked, or

oversized loads. Use extra care when
handling long, high, or wide loads.
Push the forks completely under the load.
Center the load before lifting.
Avoid quick starts, stops, or turns that could

shift the load or tip the lift truck.
Do not push loads around on the floor.

surfaces only.
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Stability
Your lift truck is designed to be steady and
stable. Stability is affected by:
• Lift truck weight, load weight, and load

distribution
• Wheelbase
• Wheel tread width
• Method of suspension
• Tires
• Rapid changes in speed, turns, or
direction of travel
The lift truck’s specification plate lists the

maximum load permitted.
Lift trucks can tip or overturn. This can be

caused by:
• Driving, braking, or turning too fast

• Careless load handling by operator
• Too much load weight and height
• Poor or uneven indoor or outdoor
surfaces
• Incorrect load weight distribution
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Safety
WARNING: If
your lift truck
starts to tip or
fall off a dock
or dockboard,
let go of the
control handle
and move
quickly away.
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Battery Safety
WARNING: Explosive
hydrogen gas forms when
a battery is charging. An
open flame or spark can
cause this gas to explode.
Serious personal injury or
property damage could
occur. This can happen even hours after
charging. Ventilate the area to eliminate
this hazard.
WARNING: The battery

contains sulfuric acid,
which causes burns to
skin and clothing. If
battery acid contacts your
clothing or skin, flush the
area immediately with
cold water. If battery acid gets on your
face or in your eyes, flush the area with
cold water immediately and get medical
attention.
Follow these precautions when working with

or around lift truck batteries:
• Read, understand, and obey instructions

in the battery and battery charger
manufacturers’ manuals.
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Safety
• Wear personal protective equipment for
eyes, face, and skin. This equipment
includes goggles or face shield, rubber
gloves (with or without arm shields), and
a rubber apron. Make sure a shower and
eye wash station are nearby.
• The battery pack must be secured to the
truck prior to truck operation and
servicing the battery pack. The battery
pack may tip over if the battery pack is
not secured.
• Be sure to disconnect the CAN bus
connector located inside the cover, if
equipped, and remove the battery pack
retention before removing the battery
pack.
• Do not smoke, use open flames, or use
devices that produce sparks near
charging batteries.
• Keep batteries, filler caps, terminals,
cables, and connectors clean and in good
condition.
• The battery must not move more than
0.5 in. (13 mm) side-to-side or
front-to-back when properly installed in
the truck.
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Warning Decals
Read and obey all warning decals on your lift
truck. If you have any questions about these
warnings, ask your supervisor.
If a decal is damaged or missing, report it to

your supervisor. (See page 28 for location of
the numbered warning decals shown on the
following pages.)
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3
2
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Location of Warning Decals

NOTE: See page 25 for Warning Decals.
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Your Lift Truck
Your Lift Truck
Lift Truck Direction

Reference
“Left” and “right” assume you are standing in
the operator position facing away from the
forks.
Right
Tractor-First Forks-First
Left
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Your Lift Truck
Capacity and Rating

This lift truck is
rated for
performance by
load weight.
Load weight
includes the
weight of the
pallet, container,
or load-holding
attachment.
WARNING: Exceeding the maximum load

weight could affect safe operation, affect
stability, and damage the lift truck.
Load weight should be evenly distributed.
Review the specification plate located on the

upper cover for the lift truck’s capacity. See
“Specification Plate” on page 31.
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Your Lift Truck
Specification Plate
See the specification plate for lift truck
capacity, lift truck weight, and battery weight
information.
The specification plate is located on the left

side of the upper cover when facing the truck
from the operating position.
A second specification plate is located inside

the tractor compartment on the right side
bulkhead plate as you face the tractor
compartment.
A battery specification plate is located on the

left side of the top of the battery when facing
the truck from the operating position.
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Your Lift Truck
TOYOTA ELECTRIC TRUCK

Model Serial Number Type
8HBW23
Truck Weight +/- 5%, lb (kg)
Truck Capacity, lb (kg) (Less Battery)
4500 (2041)
Use UL Class
DC Voltage Battery Type Maximum Amp Hours (6Hr)
24 330
Min Battery Weight, lb (kg) Max Battery Weight, lb (kg)
200 (91) 660 (299)

Drive Tire Size, in (mm)
10.0 X 5.0 (254.0 X 127.0)

Load Wheel Size, in (mm)
3.25 X 4.5 (82.6 X 114.3)

HORIZONTAL MOTION OF BATTERY MUST NOT EXCEED 0.5 IN (13MM).
ATTACH RESTRAINT TO COMPARTMENT AS REQUIRED.
THIS FORKLIFT MEETS OR EXCEEDS DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS OF

ANSI/ITSDF B56.1 IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE.
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Your Lift Truck
Correct Operating Position

The following shows the correct operating
position for this lift truck.
WARNING: Always keep hands on grips

and feet clear of the lift truck during walk
alongside operation.
The Model
8HBW23 does
not have an
operator platform
or compartment.
You walk beside
the Model
8HBW23 with
one hand on the
control handle to
operate it.
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Your Lift Truck
When picking up
or depositing a
load, stand
behind the
tractor with both
hands on the
control handle,
facing the load
being handled.
(Refer to "To Pick Up a Pallet in an Aisle" on
page 70 and "To Unload a Pallet in an Aisle"
on page 72.)

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Controls
Controls
Control Locations
Operator Display Lower Button

Horn Buttons
Lift Button
Directional/Speed
Control
Emergency Reverse
Button
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Controls
Keypad
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Controls
Control Descriptions
The individual controls work this way:
Lift Truck
Control Operator Action
Response
Connects the battery

to the lift truck’s
electrical system.
Lift truck is ready for

operation.
Battery
Connector
Pull the Emergency

Disconnect handle to
remove battery
power from the lift
Pull
truck’s electrical
system.
Emergency
Disconnect Travel and hydraulic
functions are
disabled.
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Controls
Lift Truck
Response
Power is ON ( I )
or OFF ( O ).
Turning the Main

ON ON/OFF Switch to
the OFF ( O )
OFF
position removes
electrical power to
the control functions
Switch
on the lift truck.
The Main ON/OFF
Main switch may be
ON/OFF either the standard
Switch 2-position keyless
(rocker) switch or the
optional 2-position
keyed switch.
Turning the switch
to ON checks the
function of the hour
meter and the
battery discharge
indicator. The switch
must be ON ( I ) to
provide power to the
lift truck.
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Controls
Lift Truck
Response
Power is ON ( I )
or OFF ( O ).
OFF A 2-position keyed

switch is optional on
this truck. The keyed
switch has two
positions: OFF ( O )
and ON ( I ). Turning
the key switch to
OFF stops all
electrical power to
Keyed ON the control functions
Main on the lift truck.
ON/OFF Turning the keyed
Switch switch to ON checks
(Optional) the function of the
hour meter and the
battery discharge
indicator. The keyed
switch must be
ON ( I ) to provide
power to the lift
truck.
Keyed Switch
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Controls
Lift Truck
Response
Directional/Speed This lift truck is

Control Handle equipped with a
(Thumb Controls) keypad. The keypad
Keypad is used in
conjunction with the
Main ON/OFF
switch. To operate,
enter your key code
and press the green
button marked with
the I.
NOTE: To enter up to
ON “I” ten different key codes,
OFF “O” (Green)
refer to your Service
(Red)
Manual. The display
will now light. (Refer to
“Operator Display” on
Keypad page 49.) Press the red
button marked with the
O to turn OFF
operation.
NOTE: Forks cannot
be lowered with the
keypad or key switch in
the O position.
NOTE: The Main
ON/OFF switch must
be turned to OFF to
remove electrical power
to the control functions
ON on the lift truck.
OFF
(Green)
(Red)
Power is ON (Green)
or OFF (Red).
(See page 61.)
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Controls
Lift Truck
Response
Emergency
Reverse Press
Button Button
NOTE: Activation of
the Emergency
Reverse button will
deactivate Click-to-
Creep.
Raising the control

handle to the B1
position applies the
parking brake.
B1
Lowering the control
T1 handle to the B2
Service/ position applies the
Parking B2 brake.
Brake
(Also refer to The control handle
“Braking” returns to the
on page 68) parking brake
position B1 when
released.
When the control

handle is in the T1
position, the truck is
allowed to travel.
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Controls
Lift Truck
Response
Clicking the thumb

control two times
with the tiller in the
Click-to-
fully upright
Creep
(parking brake)
Enable/
position allows creep
Disable
travel. (Refer to
“Click-to-Creep
Mode” on page 45.)
Steering
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Controls
Lift Truck
Response
Directional/
Speed
Control
Directional/
Speed
Control
(Thumb
Controls)
Horn
Press
Button
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Controls
Lift Truck
Response
Lift
Lift NOTE: Release the

Button lift button
once full lift
height is
reached.
Lower
Button
Lower
When the control

B1 handle is in the T1
T1 position, the truck is
allowed to travel.
Travel B2
When the control
Enable
handle is in the B1
or B2 position, the
parking brake is set
and travel is not
allowed.
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Controls
Click-to-Creep Mode
This lift truck is configured with
Click-to-Creep. The speed may be configured
to allow creep travel up to 2 mph (3.2 km/h)
with the tiller arm in the fully raised
position. This feature may be useful in
confined areas for limited truck operation
(for example: right angle stacking in highway
trucks or trailers).

To activate this function, quickly rotate the

thumb control two times with the tiller arm
in the vertical parking brake position. “SLO”
will blink on the display when the function is
active. Move the directional speed control in
the desired direction of travel to travel
slowly. The parking brake will remain
applied until a travel request is made and
will re-apply after travel is no longer
requested.
The creep mode can be de-activated in the

following three ways:
1. Quickly rotate the thumb control two

times with the tiller arm in the vertical
parking brake position.
2. Activate the emergency reverse button.
3. No travel request for 10 seconds.
NOTE: Click-to-Creep mode cannot be
entered if an error code is active.
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Controls
Electric Brake Override
Brake Release
Jumper
Figure 1. Electric Brake Override
The electric brake override provides a means

to electrically release the parking brake,
allowing the truck to be manually moved.
Some causes that require the use of the
electric brake override are a low battery or a
truck fault that prevents truck travel.
WARNING: Travel controls, plugging, and

emergency reverse are disabled when
the brake override jumper is activated.
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Controls
To use the brake override function, do the
following:
WARNING: The electric brake override

function should only be used to move a
disabled truck to allow service and repair.
WARNING: Do NOT activate the brake

override jumper with the lift truck on an
incline or ramp. With the tiller arm in the
travel position, and the parking brake
released, the truck may roll if sitting on
an upgrade or downgrade. Use caution
when enabling this feature. Keep the tiller
arm in the upright position until
movement is needed.
1. Remove any load from the forks.
2. Place the control handle in the fully
upright parking brake position.
3. With the Main ON/OFF Switch in the
ON position, remove the cover to access
the brake override jumper.
NOTE: Connecting the brake override
jumper allows the parking brake to
be electrically released when the
control handle is moved to the travel
position. Moving the handle to
either braking position applies the
brake. Disconnecting the brake
override jumper returns the brake to
its normal truck operating position.
For brake override jumper location,
see Figure 1 on page 46.
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Controls
NOTE: A battery voltage less than 12 volts
may not release the parking brake.
The parking brake should release
when the control handle is in the
travel position and should set when
the control handle is in the parking
brake position.
4. Move the control handle to the travel
position to release the parking brake.
For position of the control handle, see
“Service/Parking Brake” on page 41.
5. Manually move the lift truck to a service
area.
6. After the lift truck has been moved,
return the control handle to the fully
raised position.
7. Disconnect the brake override jumper,
returning the parking brake to normal
truck operation.
NOTE: Failure to disconnect the brake
override jumper prevents normal lift
truck operation. When this occurs, a
C16 error code is logged and “br_o”
appears on the operator display. If
the brake override jumper is inactive,
but the error code still appears,
check the Service Manual for other
causes of the error code.
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Operator Display
Operator Display
Layout
Text Area
Fault Indicator Hour Meter

Battery Indicator Config Parameter
Text Area
The text area displays battery state-of-
charge, hour meter data, fault codes, and
other information.
NOTE: Lift trucks equipped with a keypad

will show four dashes on the display
when the Main ON/OFF switch is
turned to ON.
Graphic Icons
Graphic icons tell you what kind of
information is displayed in the text area.
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Operator Display
Fault Indicator
The fault (attention) icon
flashes when the lift truck
has detected a fault
condition. The text area
flashes a fault code.
Fault codes may limit or disable one or more

functions until the problem is corrected. If a
fault code appears, first try to clear it by
returning all controls to neutral, applying
the parking brake, and turning the lift truck
OFF ( O ) and ON ( I ). If this does not clear
the code, or if the same code is repeated
after re-keying the truck, then call an
authorized service technician to correct the
problem. Do not operate this lift truck before
correcting the problem.
Hour Meter
This lift truck has three
different hour meter times. The
truck can be set up so that one
of these times displays for five
seconds when the lift truck is
first turned ON.
To read all the hour meter times on trucks

equipped with a keypad: with the truck
turned OFF ( O ), follow these steps:
1. Turn the Main ON/OFF switch to ON

( I ).
2. Press and hold the horn button.
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Operator Display
3. Enter your PIN key code and press the
green button ( I ).
4. When you see the letter H in the
operator display, release the horn
button. The green hour glass icon will
light up.
5. The operator display shows one of three
hour meter codes. Rotate the
directional/speed control until the hour
meter code you want appears on the
operator display.
6. When you release the directional/speed
control, the operator display shows the
hours for that meter.
To read the hour meter times on trucks that
do not have the keypad:
1. With the truck turned OFF ( O ), press

and hold the horn button.
( I ).
button. The green hour glass icon will
light up.
operator display.
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Operator Display
The hour meter times and their codes are as
follows:
A = Key Time: number of hours the Main

ON/OFF switch and keypad are turned ON
( I ). These hours include key ON and an
operator logged in hours.
b = Activity Time: number of hours the truck

has traveled, lifted, or lowered.
c = Travel Time: number of hours the truck

has traveled (hours are counted any time
travel is requested).
To exit the hour meter function, turn the

Main ON/OFF switch OFF ( O ) or press the
red OFF ( O ) key on the keypad.
Battery Indicator
Battery Indication is the default
display during run time. When
this icon is lit, the text area
shows percent of battery charge
remaining. The icon starts to
flash when battery charge drops to 10%.
When battery charge shows 0%, you will not
be able to lift loads, but you will have
enough power left to drive to the battery
recharging station.
Even though a battery has been fully

recharged, it may not display 100% on the
Operator Display because of the battery's
type, age, and condition. The battery state of
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Operator Display
charge must fall below a preset value prior to
recharging in order for the display to reset to
100% after recharging.
Parameter Controls
A number of parameter controls
can be tailored to a customer’s
needs. Some of these
parameters require a special
Service Key to change. This
setting is for Service use only.
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Lift Truck Operation
Operation Training
Federal law
requires you to
be trained and
authorized to
operate this lift
truck.
This manual is
not a substitute
for training.
There is a summary of the training

requirements under “Selected OSHA
Regulations” on page 93 of this manual.
WARNING: Do not use this lift truck

unless you have been trained and
authorized to do so. Read and obey all
safety warnings and cautions.
CAUTION: Operate this lift truck slowly

in an open area until you understand
the controls completely.
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Operator’s Daily Checklist

At the start of
your shift, check
the two lists of
items on the
following pages.
Federal law
requires daily
checks. Report any malfunction or unsafe
condition to your supervisor. Do not operate
this lift truck until it is repaired.
To help you inspect this lift truck, make

copies of the single sheet version of the
Operator’s Daily Checklist included with this
manual.
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Daily Record
(Perform these checks at the start of each shift)
Model: Serial Number: Operator:
Shift Number: Truck Number: Date:
Mark Each Box OK or R/A (Repair/Adjust)
Visual Inspection:
Mark
Main ON/OFF Switch Turned OFF ( O )
V-1 BATTERY
• Charged/correct voltage, no leakage
• Correct weight (see specification plate on truck)
• Installed correctly; battery moves less than 0.5 in.

(13 mm) in any direction
• Battery connector in good condition and attached

correctly to truck connector
• Battery charging cables, if equipped, stored.
• Emergency disconnect handle installed
V-2 TRACTOR AND FORKS
• No cracks in welds, forks, or frame
• Forks not bent
• No leaks under truck
• Downstop bolts - check heel of forks for signs of wear
V-3 WHEELS AND TIRES
• No gouges, chunking, other damage, or flat spots
• No bond failures
• Adequate tread (if applicable)
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Visual Inspection:
Mark
Main ON/OFF Switch Turned OFF ( O )
V-4 LIFT/LOWER SYSTEM
• No leaks; also check floor under lift truck for any

dripping
• At room temperature with forks completely lowered,

hydraulic fluid should be visible to within 1” below the
fill port elbow
V-5 CONTROL HANDLE/TILLER ARM/BRAKE
• All controls move smoothly without binding
• All controls return to neutral when released
• Directional/speed control returns to neutral when

released
• Tiller arm returns to full up raised position when

released
V-6 GUARDS, COVERS, and DECALS
• All guards and covers installed correctly
• Warning and safety decals in place and readable
V-7 OTHER
• No water or ice build-up in tractor or controls
• Static strap (if equipped) in good condition
• All plugs, terminals, cables, and receptacles in good

condition
• Examine lift truck for loose or missing hardware
• Operator manual in place
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Operational Inspection:
Mark
Main ON/OFF Switch Turned ON ( I )
O-1 SELFTEST
• SelfTest passes without fault code
O-2 HOUR METER
• Records hours of lift truck activity time
O-3 STEERING
• Smooth, without binding or excess play
O-4 HORN
• Sounds when you press each horn button
O-5 DIRECTIONAL/SPEED CONTROL
• Lift truck motion is smooth and responds to commands

through all speed ranges
• Controls speed and direction correctly
• Plugging operates correctly
• Speed limits operate correctly where equipped
O-6 EMERGENCY REVERSE BUTTON
• Moves truck away from operator when pressed
• Truck does not travel again until directional/speed

controls move through neutral
O-7 LIFT/LOWER SYSTEM
• All controls perform their functions correctly and

smoothly
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Operational Inspection:
Mark
Main ON/OFF Switch Turned ON ( I )
O-8 STOPPING/BRAKE
• Traveling in an open area at walking speed or less, the

empty lift truck should stop in 2 to 4 ft. (0.6 to 1.2 m).
Test the parking brake in both the upper and lower brake
positions.
• Lift truck does not travel when spring-loaded control

handle is in the parking brake (upper or lower) positions.
O-9 EMERGENCY DISCONNECT
• Disables travel and lift functions when pulled
O-10 OTHER
• Hour meter records hours of lift truck operation
• Optional travel alarm operates correctly
COMMENTS:
Hour Meter Readings

Key Time: Activity Time: Travel Time:
Operator’s/Supervisor’s Initials/Signature
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To Start the Lift Truck

Make sure you
complete both
parts of the
Operator’s
Daily Checklist
before you
operate this lift
truck.
Connect the battery to the lift truck.
Make sure the control handle is in the

vertical position.
Main ON/OFF Switch

Turn the Main ON/OFF switch to the ON ( I )
position. Your truck could require a key to
turn the switch. If so, turn the key switch
clockwise to ON ( I ).
The lift truck will perform a SelfTest. The

horn will sound indicating SelfTest is
complete. Once the horn sounds, you can
log in with the keypad.
Always turn the Main ON/OFF switch to

OFF ( O ) when leaving the lift truck
unattended.
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Keypad
Model 8HBW23 has a
keypad as standard
equipment.
With the truck turned

OFF ( O ), turn the
Main ON/OFF switch
to ON ( I ).
On the keypad, enter

your PIN key code and
press the green
button ( I ).
To disable the truck when you leave it

unattended, press the red button ( O ) on the
keypad. When you return, re-enter your PIN
key code and press the green button.
NOTE: Do not depend on keypad entry codes

to turn the truck off when parking it.
Always turn the Main ON/OFF
switch to OFF ( O ).
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To Travel
CAUTION: Brake Applied
Obey all the rules
under “Operating
Safely” on page 9
and “Driving
Travel Enabled
Safely” on (Drive Position)
pages 10 through
13.
Pull the control

handle down into
the drive position.
Brake Applied
Rotate the
directional/speed
control in the direction
you want to go. The
more you rotate the
directional/speed
control, the faster the
lift truck travels.
NOTE: You can drive the lift truck either

forks-first or tractor-first. When
driving forks-first, keep both hands
on the control handle. When driving
tractor-first, walk to the side and
ahead of the lift truck. Keep only one
hand on the control handle.
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If the lift truck does not move when you
rotate the directional/speed control:
1. Release the directional/speed control to

neutral.
2. Raise the control handle all the way up.
3. Bring the control handle back to the
drive position.
4. Rotate the directional/speed control.
Drive at a speed that is safe for conditions.
Make sure the forks are elevated slightly so

they do not scrape the floor.
Stop the lift truck and sound the horn when

you approach intersections or crosswalks,
when you exit an aisle, or when you cannot
see clearly.
Most of the time, travel tractor-first, with the

load trailing. There are some exceptions,
such as ramps. See “Ramp Operation” on
page 16.
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Steering
You can drive your lift
truck in either
forks-first or
tractor-first direction.
Your lift truck steers in

either direction.
(Also see Steering on

page 42.)
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To Slow Your Speed

Follow these steps to
on
slow your speed: cti
i re l
D
nt ave
1. Move the u rre f Tr
C o
directional/
speed control
through neutral
to the direction
opposite your
current travel.
This action is called “plugging.” The
farther you twist the control, the faster
you slow down.
2. When the lift truck
slows to the
desired speed,
move the
directional/speed
control back
through neutral to
the direction you are moving and far
enough to maintain your speed.
CAUTION: Slow down for turns and for

uneven, wet, or slippery surfaces.
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To Reverse Direction
(Normal Operation)
Follow these steps to reverse direction:
1. Move the
on
directional/ cti
i re l
D
speed control nt ave
through neutral u rre f Tr
C o
to the direction
opposite your
current travel.
This action is
called
“plugging.” The
farther you twist
the control, the faster you slow down.
2. Hold the grip in this position and the lift

truck slows, stops, and starts moving in
the opposite direction.
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Emergency Reverse
Direction
1. If the emergency reverse button is
pressed while the lift truck is traveling
tractor-first, the truck reverses direction
and travels forks-first (see page 41).
2. To resume travel, return the directional/
speed thumb control to neutral, return
the control handle to the fully upright
position, pull the handle back down to
the drive position, and then rotate the
directional/speed control in either
direction.
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(Normal Operation)
CAUTION: Stop the lift truck and sound
the horn when you approach
intersections or crosswalks, when you
exit an aisle, or when you cannot see
clearly.
Follow these steps to stop the lift truck

normally:
1. Move the
directional/ on
speed control cti
i re l
D
through neutral nt ave
u rre f Tr
to the direction C o
opposite your
current travel.
This action is
called
“plugging.” The
farther you twist
the control, the
faster you slow down.
2. When the lift truck
stops, return the
control handle the
fully upright
position to apply
the parking brake.
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(Emergency)
Follow these steps to
stop the lift truck in
an emergency:
1. Return the
directional/speed
control to neutral.
2. Fully raise or
B1
lower the
control
handle to
apply the
brake.
This stops the

B2
lift truck in
the shortest
possible distance.
NOTE: Moving the control handle to position
B2 will apply the brake. Releasing the
control handle automatically returns
it to the parking brake position, B1.
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To Pick Up a Pallet in an
Aisle
WARNING: Move only loads that are
securely packaged. If your load shifts,
your lift truck could tip over.
WARNING: Do not overload this lift truck.

See the specification plate for capacity.
Follow these steps to pick up a pallet:
1. Approach the pallet with the nearest

fork at a 90 degree angle and about 3 in.
(76 mm) out in the aisle.
2. When the fork is
just forward of 4
the pallet edge,
stop.
3. Swing the front
of the truck out
into the aisle
until the forks
squarely face the
pallet.
4. Straighten the control handle and
slowly drive the forks completely under
the pallet. Make sure the load is
centered on the forks. Make sure the
load wheels are not resting on any of the
boards on the bottom of the pallet.
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5. Lift the pallet
clear of the floor. 6
7
6. Slowly drive the
truck straight out
of the storage 8
location.
7. Swing the front of
the truck down 5
the aisle.
8. Drive ahead.
Look in the direction of travel.
CAUTION: Avoid quick starts, stops, or

turns that could shift the load or tip the
lift truck.
CAUTION: Obey all the rules under

“Handling Loads Safely” on page 20.
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To Unload a Pallet in an
Aisle
Follow these steps to unload a pallet:
1. Approach the
storage area with 4
the nearest fork
at a 90 degree
angle and about
3 in. (76 mm) out
in the aisle.
2. When the fork is
just forward of
the storage area,
stop.
3. Swing the front of the truck out into the
aisle until the forks squarely face the
storage location.
NOTE: Make sure to align the pallet with the
center of the storage location.
4. Straighten the control handle and
slowly drive the forks completely into
the storage location.
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5. Lower the forks
completely. 6
7
6. Drive back until
the forks are fully
clear of the pallet. 8
7. Swing the front of
the truck down
the aisle. 5
8. Drive ahead.
Look in the
direction of travel.
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Parking
WARNING: Never park this lift truck on a
ramp or slope.
CAUTION: Do not park this lift truck in a

cold storage area.
Do not park this truck outdoors.
To park your lift truck:
1. Lower the forks completely.

2. Raise the control handle all the way up.
3. If equipped with the keypad, press the
red OFF ( O ) key. Place the Main
ON/OFF Switch in the OFF position.
NOTE: Do not depend on keypad entry codes
to turn the truck off when parking it.
Always turn the Main ON/OFF
switch to OFF ( O ).
4. If the lift truck has a keyed switch,
remove the key.
5. Disconnect the battery connector.
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Automatic Shutoff (Optional)

Lift trucks with the keypad can be set to shut
off after a certain number of minutes of
inactivity.
To restart the truck, turn the Main ON/OFF

switch to OFF ( O ) then ON ( I ), or re-enter
your key code.
Do not depend on automatic shutoff when

parking your lift truck. Always turn the Main
ON/OFF switch to OFF ( O ).
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Battery Procedures
Battery Procedures
Battery Procedures
These procedures do not replace information
that comes with the battery and battery
charger. Read the manuals for your battery
and charger.
Tell your supervisor if you have concerns or

questions about battery safety or procedures.
Battery Safety
WARNING: Explosive
hydrogen gas forms
when a battery is
charging. An open flame
or spark can cause this
gas to explode. Serious
personal injury or
property damage could occur. This can
happen even hours after charging.
Ventilate the area to eliminate this
hazard.
WARNING: The battery

contains sulfuric acid,
which causes burns to
skin and clothing. If
battery acid contacts your
clothing or skin, flush the
area immediately with
cold water. If battery acid gets in your
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Battery Procedures
face or eyes, flush the area with cold
water immediately and get medical
attention.
1. Read, understand, and obey all
instructions and warnings on the
battery and in the battery and battery
charger manufacturers’ manuals.
2. Wear personal protective equipment for
eyes, face, and skin. This equipment
includes goggles or face shield, rubber
gloves (with or without arm shields), and
a rubber apron. Make sure a shower and
eye wash station are nearby.
3. Do not smoke, use open flames, or use
devices that produce sparks.
4. Ventilate the battery charging area.
5. Do not remove the battery cable at the
battery terminal.
6. Never lay tools or metal objects on top of
the battery. A short circuit could cause
the battery to explode.
7. Keep batteries, filler plugs, terminals,
cables, and connectors clean and in
good condition.
8. Keep filler plugs firmly in place except
when checking the battery or adding
water to the cells.
9. Make sure the vent holes in the filler
plugs are open.
10. Do not let cleaning solution, dirt, or any
foreign matter enter the cells.
11. Charge batteries at specified intervals.
Do not overcharge.
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Battery Procedures
12. Never plug a battery charger directly
into the lift truck.
To Install the Battery

To install a battery in lift trucks, do the
following:

ON/OFF Switch in the OFF( O )
position.
2. Use an overhead hoist or equivalent
battery changing equipment to lift the
battery into the battery compartment.
CAUTION: Do not jam or cut the battery

cables during installation. This could
cause a short circuit that could result in
a fire or a battery explosion.
3. Make sure the battery cable is in the

correct position to connect to the lift
truck.
4. Make sure the battery cannot move
more than 0.5 inch (13 mm)
front-to-back or side-to-side when
properly installed.
NOTE: Make sure the Main ON/OFF switch
is in the OFF ( O ) position before
connecting the battery.
5. Connect the battery connector/cables to
the connector for the lift truck.
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Battery Procedures
( I ).
NOTE: When installing a battery pack, make
sure the battery pack retention
hardware and the CAN bus are
connected, if equipped. Make sure
the charging cable is correctly stored.
Figure 2. CAN Bus Location
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Battery Procedures
To Remove the Battery

CAUTION: When you remove a battery
from a lift truck, always use an
overhead hoist or equivalent battery
changing equipment.
To remove the battery in lift trucks, do the

following:
1. Lower the forks fully and remove any

load.
ON/OFF Switch in the OFF ( O )
position.
3. Disconnect the battery connector/
cables from the lift truck.
4. Using an overhead hoist or equivalent
battery changing equipment, attach to
the battery manufacturer’s designated
lifting points.
5. Remove the battery by lifting straight
up.
6. Store the battery safely after you remove
it.
NOTE: Before removing a battery pack,
make sure the battery pack retention
hardware and the CAN bus are
disconnected, if equipped. Make sure
the charging cable is correctly stored.
(Refer to Figure 1 for CAN bus
location.)
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Battery Procedures
Battery Pack (Option)

Charging Process
NOTE: Make sure to follow battery
manufacturer’s instructions included
in the battery charger.
A battery/charger pack that uses a

combination of four 6-volt batteries is
optional on this lift truck. The battery pack
includes a “self-contained” battery charger.
To charge the battery pack, do the

following:

ON/OFF Switch in the OFF position
( O ).
2. Make sure the lift truck handle is in the
upright position.
3. Plug the battery charger’s extension cord
into a 120-volt outlet.
4. Charge the batteries.
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Battery Procedures
NOTE: The battery pack charging
instruction decal defines the various
status indicator lights on the battery
pack.
After the battery pack is charged:
1. Unplug the battery charger’s extension

cord from the outlet.
2. Return the battery charger’s extension
cord to the storage space provided.
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Battery Procedures
Battery History Record

Keep a history record for each lift truck
battery. Good batteries give best
performance and lowest operating cost.
Battery records help you identify batteries
with the following problems:
• Overcharging
• Undercharging
• Over-discharging
• Excessive water consumption
• Excessive dirt and corrosion
• Worn-out batteries
• Excessive current consumption by lift
trucks
Keep a separate record for each battery.

Your battery manufacturer can provide
maintenance record sheets.
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
If you have a problem with your lift truck,

use the table below to decide what to do. Do
not try to service this lift truck unless you
are properly trained and authorized to do so.
Contact your Service Department or local
authorized Toyota Industrial Equipment
dealer.
Problem Procedure
Nothing happens when Is the battery connected? Check

the Main ON/OFF the battery. Contact the Service
switch is turned Department.
ON ( I ). Is the lift truck equipped with the
keypad? Enter your key code.
Performance limiting Try to clear the code by returning

code appears under all controls to neutral, applying
normal operating the parking brake, and turning
conditions. the lift truck OFF ( O ) and ON ( I ).
If this does not clear the code, or if
the same code is repeated after
re-keying the truck, then call an
authorized service technician to
correct the problem. Inform them
of the code that is appearing on
the Operator Display.
I forgot my PIN key Contact your Service Department

code. or your local authorized Toyota
Industrial Equipment dealer.
Brake release not Contact the Service Department

working
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Troubleshooting
Problem Procedure
Battery discharges Even though a battery has been

quickly or does not fully recharged, it may not display
indicate a full charge 100% on the Operator Display.
after charging. The maximum value displayed
depends upon the battery’s type,
age, and condition. Try another
battery. If the same problem
happens again, contact the Service
Department.
No Travel, br_o is on The brake release override jumper

the Operator Display is activated. Deactivate the jumper
to resume normal operation.
HPD or SRO is Make sure the control handle is in

displayed on the the parking brake position (fully
Operator Display up) and the directional speed
controls are in neutral.
No full speed travel. Make sure the lift truck is not in

Click-to-Creep mode (“SLO” will
show on the Operator Display).
Any system If no lift, check hydraulic fluid

malfunction level.
Contact the Service Department.
I received a fault code. Contact the Service Department.
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Scheduled Maintenance
A Service Manual for authorized personnel

servicing this lift truck is available from your
local authorized Toyota Industrial
Equipment dealer.
Maintenance Guidelines
Following a regularly scheduled
maintenance program:
• Promotes maximum truck performance

• Prolongs maximum truck life
• Reduces costly down time
• Prevents unnecessary repairs
Scheduled maintenance includes:
• Inspection
• Cleaning
• Lubrication
• Service
Perform all the scheduled inspections and

maintenance at the suggested intervals. The
time intervals given in this guide are based
on activity hours under normal operating
conditions. When operating under severe or
extreme conditions, do these services more
often, as specified in the following chart.
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Table 1. Maintenance Guidelines Table
Type of Service
Working Environment
Usage Frequency
Light to An eight hour shift of basic First
Moderate material handling inspection
at 90 days
or 250
hours, and
then every
180 days or
500 hours,
whichever
comes first
Severe • Extended heavy duty operation 60 days or
• Freezer operation 250 hours,
• Sudden temperature changes, whichever
such as going from freezer to comes first
room temperature
Extreme • All UL Type EE rated lift trucks 30 days or
• Dusty or sandy conditions, 100 hours,
such as in cement plants, or whichever
lumber or flour mills, coal comes first
dust or stone-crushing areas
• High temperature areas, such
as in steel mills, foundries,
enclosed (Type EE)
applications
• Outdoor environment
• Corrosive chemical
atmosphere, such as:
• fish, meat or poultry
processing plants,
tanneries, or any other
similar applications
• chlorine or salt-sea air
environments
• Adverse high humidity, wet,
damp, or moist conditions
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Hour Meter
This lift truck has three
different hour meter times. The
truck can be set up so that one
of these times displays for five
seconds when the lift truck is
first turned ON.
To read all the hour meter times when the

lift truck is equipped with the keypad:

( I ).
2. Press and hold the horn button.
3. Enter your PIN key code and press the
green button ( I ).
button. The green hour glass icon lights
up.
operator display.
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To read all the hour meter times when the lift
truck is not equipped with the keypad
1. With the truck turned OFF ( O ), press

and hold the horn button.
( I ).
button. The green hour glass icon lights
up.
operator display.
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The hour meter times and their codes are as
follows:
A = Key Time: number of hours the Main

ON/OFF switch and keypad are turned ON
( I ). These hours include key ON and an
operator logged in hours.
b = Activity Time: number of hours the truck

has traveled, lifted, or lowered.
c = Travel Time: number of hours the truck

has traveled (hours are counted any time
travel is requested).
To exit the hour meter function, turn the

Main ON/OFF switch OFF ( O ) or press the
red button ( O ) on the keypad.
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Maintenance Practices
The safe operation of industrial lift trucks
requires, among other things, scheduled
maintenance. Therefore, approved
maintenance facilities should be provided.
Perform maintenance and inspection of all

powered industrial lift trucks in conformance
with the following general practices:
• Only qualified and authorized personnel

shall maintain and inspect industrial lift
trucks.
• Follow scheduled maintenance,
lubrication, and inspection programs.
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Inspection and Maintenance

Schedule
Your lift truck requires scheduled
maintenance. Refer to the "Maintenance
Guidelines Table" on page 87 and your lift
truck’s Maintenance Manual.
Scheduled maintenance includes inspection,

cleaning, lubrication, and/or service of these
systems/components:
• Lift truck controls

• Traction and brake system
• Electrical system, cables, and connectors
• Hydraulic system and hoses
• Frame, carriage, and forks
• Warning decals
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Selected OSHA
Selected OSHA Regulations
The use of forklift trucks in the workplace is

governed by various regulations. In the
United States, the Federal Occupational
Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
has issued regulations which cover the
majority of workplaces.
In addition, several states have implemented

regulations which apply instead of the
Federal regulations.
Check with your local OSHA office or

provincial Labor Bureau to confirm which
regulations govern your workplace.
Because of their wide applicability, this

section of your manual lists several parts of
the Federal OSHA regulations that might be
of particular importance to your workplace.
The full text of the Federal regulations can be

found in the Code of Federal Regulations at
29 CFR Section 1910.178.
The following citations are followed by a

reference to the appropriate subparagraph of
the regulations.
• Modifications and additions which affect capacity

and safe operation shall not be performed by the
customer or user without manufacturers prior
written approval. Capacity, operation and
maintenance instruction plates, tags or decals shall
be changed accordingly. (a) (3)
• The user shall see that all nameplates and
markings are in place and are maintained in a
legible condition. (a) (6)
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Selected OSHA
• The employer shall ensure that each powered
industrial 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) (1) (i)
• Prior to permitting an employee to operate a
powered industrial truck (except for training
purposes), the employer shall ensure that each
operator has successfully completed the training
required by this paragraph. (l) (1) (ii)
• Trainees may operate a powered industrial truck
only under the direct supervision of persons who
have the knowledge, training, and experience to
train operators and evaluate their competence and
where such operation does not endanger the
trainee or other employees. (l) (2) (i) (A) (B)
• Training shall consist of a combination of formal
instruction (e.g. lecture, discussion, interactive
computer learning, videotape, written material),
practical training (demonstrations performed by
the trainer and practical exercises performed by
the trainee), and evaluation of the operator’s
performance in the workplace. (l) (2) (B) (ii)
[Editorial Note: For required training program
content, refer to (l) (3) (i) (A-M) and (l) (3) (ii) (A-I).]
• Refresher training, including an evaluation of the
effectiveness of that training, shall be conducted as
required by paragraph (l) (4) (ii) to ensure that the
operator has the knowledge and skills needed to
operate the powered industrial truck safely. (l) (4) (i)
• An evaluation of each powered industrial truck
operator’s performance shall be conducted at least
once every three years. (l) (4) (iii)
• The employer shall certify that each operator has
been trained and evaluated as required by this
paragraph (l). The certification shall include the
name of the operator, the date of the training, the
date of the evaluation, and the identity of the
person(s) performing the training or evaluation. (l)
(6)
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Selected OSHA
• The employer shall prohibit arms or legs from being
placed between the uprights of the mast or outside
the running lines of the truck. (m) (4)
• Brakes shall be set and wheel blocks shall be in
place to prevent movement of trucks, trailers or
railroad cars while loading or unloading. Fixed
jacks may be necessary to support a semitrailer
when the trailer is not coupled to a tractor. The
flooring of trucks, trailers, and railroad cars shall
be checked for breaks and weakness before they are
driven onto. (m) (7)
• Only approved industrial trucks shall be used in
hazardous locations. (m) (11)
• 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)
• If at any time a powered industrial truck is found to
be in need of repair, defective, or in any way unsafe,
the truck shall be taken out of service until it has
been restored to safe operating condition. (p) (1)
• Any power-operated industrial truck not in safe
operating condition shall be removed from service.
All repairs shall be made by authorized personnel.
(q) (1)
• All parts of any such industrial truck requiring
replacement shall be replaced only by parts
equivalent as to safety with those used in the
original design. (q) (5)
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Selected OSHA
• Industrial trucks shall be examined before being
placed in service, and shall not be placed in service
if the examination shows any condition adversely
affecting the safety of the truck. Such examination
shall be made at least daily. Where powered
industrial trucks are used on a round-the-clock
basis, they shall be examined after each shift.
Defects when found shall be immediately reported
and corrected. (q) (7)
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Alphabetical Index
Alphabetical Index
A
Accidents, Causes 5
Activity Time, Hour Meter 52, 90
Aisles 12, 63, 68
Picking Up a Pallet 70
Unloading a Pallet 72
American National Standards 4
ANSI/ITSDF B56.1 Compliance 4
Automatic Shutoff (Optional) 75
B
Battery 76–82
Acid, Washing 23, 76
Cables, Caution 78
Charge, Operator Display Icon 52
Connector 37
History Record 83
Hydrogen Gas 23, 76
Indicator Icon 52
Operator Display Icon 52
Personal Protective Equipment 24, 77
Removing 80
Safety 23, 76
Sulfuric Acid 23, 76
Warning 23, 76
Battery Pack
Charging 81
Brake 41
Brake Override Jumper 46
Brake, Parking 41
Brake, Service 41
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Alphabetical Index
C
Capacity and Rating 30
Caution
Aisles 68
Battery Cables 78
Battery, Removing, Caution 80
Cold Storage 74
Crosswalks 68
Definition 2
Driving Safely 62
Intersections 68
Operate Slowly While Learning 4
Parking 74
Removing Battery 80
Slow Down 65
Stop and Sound the Horn 68
Training 4
See also Safety
Charging Process
Battery Pack 81
Checklist, Operator’s Daily 55–60
Click-to-Creep 45
Cold Storage Applications 7
Cold Storage, Caution 74
Compliance, Safety Standards 4
Control Locations 35
Controls 35–49
Battery Connector 37
Brake 41
Brake, Parking 41
Brake, Service 41
Click-to-Creep 42
Directional/Speed Control 43
Electric Brake Override 46
Emergency Disconnect 37
Emergency Reverse Button 41
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Horn 43
Key Switch 39
Keypad 40
Lift 44
Lower 44
Main ON/OFF Switch 38
Service Brake 41
Steering 42
Travel 44
Correct Operating Position 33
Crosswalks 63, 68
D
Decals, Warning 25–28
Direction Reference 29
Directional/Speed Control 43
Directional/Speed Control Handle
(Thumb Controls) 40
Display, Operator
See Operator Display
Dockboards 8, 9
Safety 16, 17
Docks 9
Driving
Stop 69
Driving Safely 10
E
Electric Brake Jumper 46
Elevators, Safety 19
Emergency Disconnect 37
Emergency Power Off 37
Emergency Reverse Button 41
Emergency Reverse Direction 67
Emergency Stop 69
EPO 37
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Alphabetical Index
F
Falls, Warning 9
Fault Indicator Icon 50
Fork Carriage
Safety 11
Forks 63
Safety 10
Warning 10
G
Graphic Icons
Battery Indicator 52
Fault Indicator 49
Hour Meter 50
Parameter Controls 53
H
Handling Loads Safely 20
Highway Trucks, Safety/Warning 18
Horn 12, 16, 43, 63
Hour Glass Icon 50
Hour Meter 50, 88
Activity Time 52, 90
Key Time 52, 90
Travel Time 52, 90
I
Inspection and Maintenance Schedule 92
Intersections 63, 68
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Alphabetical Index
K
Key Switch 39, 60
Key Time, Hour Meter 52, 90
Keypad 40, 61
L
Law, Federal 3, 4, 54, 55, 93
Lift 44
Lift Truck Direction Reference 29
Lift Truck Operation 54–73
Lift Trucks
Model 8HBW23 8
Load Capacity 30, 31
Load Center 31
Load Handling
Ramps 16, 35
Safety/Warning 20
Load Weight 30
Location of Warning Decals 28
Lower 44
M
Main ON/OFF Switch 38, 60
Maintenance 86–92
Hour Meter 88
Schedule 92
Maintenance Guidelines 86
Manuals
Obtaining Replacement 1
Modifications and Additions 7
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Alphabetical Index
O
Occupational Safety and Health Administration 4, 7,
93
ON/OFF Switch 60
Operating Position 33
Operating Positions 33, 63
Operating Safely 9
Operation, Lift Truck 54–75
Automatic Shutoff (Optional) 75
Operational Inspection 58
Plugging 66
Reverse Direction (Normal) 66
Slowing Your Speed 65
Starting the Lift Truck 60
Steering 64
Stop the Lift Truck (Emergency) 69
Stop the Lift Truck (Normal) 68
Travel 62
Visual Inspection 56
Operator Display 49–54
Battery Indicator Icon 52
Graphic Icons 49
Hour Meter 50, 88
Activity Time 52, 90
Key Time 52, 90
Travel Time 52, 90
Layout 49
Text Area 49
Operator’s Daily Checklist 55–60
Operational Inspection 58
Visual Inspection 56
Ordering Manuals 1
Orientation, Tractor-First, Forks-First 29
OSHA 7
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OSHA 29 C.F.R. Section 1910.178 Compliance 4
OSHA, Selected Regulations 93
Outdoor Operation 14
P
Pallet, Picking Up 70
Pallet, Unloading 72
Parameter Controls 53–54
Parameter Controls Icon 53
Parking 74
Cold Storage 74
No Ramps 74
Safety 10
Warning 74
Passengers 10
Pedestrians
Safety 11, 16
Personal Protective Equipment (Battery) 24, 77
Plugging 66, 69
Stop 69
R
Railroad Cars, Safety/Warning 18
Ramp Operation 16, 35
No Parking 74
Warning 74
Regulations, OSHA 93
Replacing Manuals 1
Reverse Direction (Normal) 66
Reverse, Emergency, Control 41
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Alphabetical Index
S
Safety 3–28
Accidents, Causes 5
Battery 23, 76
Dockboards 16, 17
Driving Safely 10
Elevators 19
Falls 9
Forks 10, 11
Handling Loads 20
Highway Trucks 18
Horn 12, 16
Load Handling 20
Location of Warning Decals 28
Operating Safely 9
Outdoor Operation 14
Parking 10
Passengers 10
Pedestrians 11, 16
Railroad Cars 18
Requirements 5
Stability 21
Standards Compliance 4
Start-Up 8
Tipovers 9, 21
Warning Decals 25–28
Safety Standards
Compliance 4
OSHA 4, 7, 93
UL 583 4
Scheduled Maintenance 86–92
Hour Meter 88
Schedule 92
Service Brake 41
Service Intervals
See Scheduled Maintenance
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Shutoff, Automatic 75
Slowing Your Speed 65
Special Applications 7
Specification Plate 31
Speed
Limits 58
Stability 21
Starting the Lift Truck 60
After Automatic Shutdown 75
Key Switch 60
Keypad 61
Main ON/OFF Switch 60
Steering 42, 64
Stop see Driving, Stop
Stop the Lift Truck
Emergency 69
Normal 68
Switch, Key 60
Switch, Main ON/OFF 60
T
Thumb Controls 40
Tipovers, Warning 9
Training 3, 54
Warning 54
Travel 44, 62
Travel Time, Hour Meter 52, 90
Troubleshooting 84
U
UL 583 Compliance 4
Underwriters Laboratories 4
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Alphabetical Index
W
Warning Decals 25–28
Warnings
Battery Acid and Gas 23, 76
Do Not Park on Ramps 74
Dockboards 9
Docks 9
Falls 9
Forks 10
Highway Truck Wheels 2, 5, 18
Industrial Equipment Can Be Hazardous 2, 5
Overloading 70
Parking 74
Passengers 10
Railroad Car Wheels 18
Secure Load 70
Tipovers 9
Training 54
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Table of Contents

Your Toyota Product . . . . . . . . . . . 1

How to Use This Manual . . . . . . . . 2

To Find Information Quickly . . . . . . . . . 2

Your Lift Truck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Lift Truck Direction Reference. . . . . . . 29

Lift Truck Operation . . . . . . . . . . 54

Selected OSHA Regulations . . . . . 93

Toyota 8HBW23 iii

The Toyota lift truck is the result of extensive

If you should ever have questions or require

All information, specifications, and

This manual reinforces your training so you

You should read this entire manual and all

To Find Information Quickly

Warnings and Cautions

WARNING: Warning indicates a

CAUTION: Caution indicates a

The Operator Manual is intended to be a

To attain the highest efficiency and safest

There is a summary of the training

Read and obey all warnings, cautions, and

CAUTION: Operate this lift truck slowly

Toyota builds safe and reliable products. To

Talk with your supervisor if you have any

• ANSI/ITSDF B56.1, an American

Selected portions of these standards and

Powered industrial equipment can be

Lift truck accidents often result from:

Your lift truck is part of a material handling

Safe operation of your lift truck requires:

• Your knowledge, training, skill, and

One or more of these options may be

For more information, please refer to the

For complete information, please contact

Before using this lift truck in a special

Examples of special applications are as

Modifications and Additions

Model 8HBW23 Lift Trucks

Operate the lift truck slowly and in an open

Operate this lift truck only from the

Always look where you are driving. Keep a

Travel at the safest speed that conditions

When general lighting is less than 2 lumens

Travel with the forks as low as possible for

Pay attention to your operating environment.

When you cannot see around the load, drive

Always be mindful of changing conditions

Keep a safe distance from other trucks.

Keep to the right whenever possible.

Do not pass another truck going in the same

Obey all traffic rules. Yield the right of way to

Always approach and leave aisles slowly.

Slow down for turns and for uneven, wet, or

Do not drive over objects on the floor or

Do not operate on rough or uneven surfaces.

Do not drive through areas where moisture

Never stand on or ride a Model 8HBW23 lift

Keep the lift truck under control at all times.

Watch out for objects sticking out from

Make sure there is enough light. Drive only

Do not drive through areas where moisture

Operate this lift truck at a speed that is safe

Make sure there is enough light. Drive only