SM FB (FB10 - 20-12)

ABA12E1-01
FB10/20-12
Operation & Maintenance Manual
ELECTRIC LIFT TRUCK

FB10/14-12
FB15/18-12
FB15G/18G-12
FB20A/20AG-12
WARNING
Unsafe use of this lift truck may
cause serious injury or death.
Operators and maintenance per-
sonnel must read this manual and
be sure that they understand its
contents before operating, in-
2-4-1 Shiba-koen, Minato-ku, Tokyo105-0011, Japan specting, or carrying out mainte-
nance on this lift truck. This
manual should be kept near the
lift truck for reference and peri-
odically reviewed by all opera-
tors and maintenance personnel
who will come into contact with
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PRINTED IN JAPAN
12-06(01)05001
INTRODUCTION 1
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1.1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL INTRODUCTION
1. INTRODUCTION 1
1.1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL 1
This manual describes procedures for proper operation, inspection, and maintenance of this lift truck, and rules
you must follow for your safety.
Some actions involved in operation and maintenance of the lift truck can cause a serious accident if they are not
done in the manner described in this manual.
WARNING
This manual describes fundamental prohibitions and precautions for operations, inspections, and maintenance of this lift truck.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in a serious bodily injury or damage.
Operators and service staffs must follow the followings before conducting operations, inspections, and maintenance of this lift
truck.
Operators must understand this manual for conducting safety control of this lift truck.
･ Read this manual carefully and understand it fully.
･ Make sure you fully understand the instructions and safety indicators of this manual.
Be sure to store this manual in the designated location for the Operation and Maintenance Manual as shown below, so that it will
be available for the concerned persons repeatedly as needed.
If this manual has been lost or has become dirty or worn and cannot be read, request a replacement manual from your Komatsu
Forklift distributor/dealer.
When you transfer this lift truck to others, make sure to attach this manual together.
Continuing improvements in the design of this lift truck may not be reflected in this manual. Consult Komatsu Forklift or your
Komatsu Forklift distributor/dealer for the latest available information on your lift truck or for questions regarding information in
this manual.
Storage location for Operation and Maintenance Manual

･ Retractable pocket behind the operator's seat (1)
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INTRODUCTION 1.2 FOR YOUR SAFETY
1.2 FOR YOUR SAFETY 1
For your safety, the information of possible hazards and how to avoid them are provided on this manual and with
the safety indicators attached to this lift truck.
1.2.1 SIGNAL WORDS 1
The following signal words indicate the possible hazard which leads bodily injury.
For this lift truck and this manual, the following signal words are used depending on the degree of possible hazard.
Indicates a possible hazard which can cause death or serious bodily injury.
Indicates a possible hazard which may cause minor or moderate bodily injury, or serious
damage on the lift truck.
Example of safety message using signal word
CAUTION
Entering of water into the electrical parts (controllers, sensors, connectors) may cause a malfunction, which is dangerous. Do
not wash the electrical parts or use a high-pressure washer (steam cleaner) on them.
Other signal words

Besides the above signal words, the followings indicate precautions you must take for the lift truck as well as useful
information.
NOTICE - - - - - - The lift truck can get damaged or shortens its service life when handled incorrectly.
REMARKS - - - - Useful information.
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1.2 FOR YOUR SAFETY INTRODUCTION
1.2.2 SAFETY INDICATORS 1
Safety indicators are used in the various locations of the lift truck to indicate the possible hazards to the concerned
persons during operations, inspections, and maintenances.This lift truck employs [verbal safety indicator] and
[pictorial safety indicator] for safety indicators.
EXAMPLE OF VERBAL SAFETY INDICATOR

There are safety indicators which consist of drawing and words in addition to verbal-only safety indicators.
EXAMPLE OF PICTORIAL SAFETY INDICATOR

The pictorial safety indicators indicate the hazard equivalent to the signal words. Illustrations are used for these
safety indicators to tell the operators and service staffs clearly of the existence and content of a hazard.
In addition, there are pictorial indicators which simply indicate the prohibition content as well as indicators which
comply with the international standards.
Komatsu Forklift cannot predict every circumstance that the customers will experience. Therefore the precautions
in this manual and on the lift truck may not include all possible safety precautions.
When carrying out any procedures or actions which are not specifically recommended or allowed in this manual,
it is your responsibility to carry out such procedures and actions safely.
The explanations, numeric vales, and illustrations of this manual are based on the information at the time of
publication. Continuing improvements in the design of this lift truck may not be reflected in this manual.
Consult Komatsu Forklift distributor/dealer for the latest available information or for questions regarding this
manual.
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INTRODUCTION 1.3 APPLICABLE MODEL AND SERIAL No.
1.3 APPLICABLE MODEL AND SERIAL No. 1
This Operation and Maintenance Manual applies to the following lift trucks.
Model type Serial No.

FB10/14/15-12 M236-830001 and up
FB18/20A-12 M237-830001 and up
FB15G/18G/20AG-12 M243-830001 and up
1.4 GENERAL VIEW OF LIFT TRUCK 1
1.4.1 APPLICATION OF LIFT TRUCK 1
This lift truck is intended to use mainly for the following work.
･ Load handling with the forks of the lift truck.
1.4.2 DIRECTION OF LIFT TRUCK 1
This manual determines the left and right directions and fore and aft directions as seen from the operator's seat.
Right
Front Rear
Left
1.5 UNITS OF MEASURE 1
This manual uses the international system of units (SI) for units of measure.
Also the gravitational system of units, conventionally used, are provided as { } for reference.
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1.6 QUALIFICATION FOR OPERATION INTRODUCTION
1.6 QUALIFICATION FOR OPERATION 1
WARNING
Only the trained and qualified persons are allowed to operate this lift truck. Operation by unqualified persons may result in serious
injury or death.
1.7 RUNNING IN NEW LIFT TRUCK 1
1.7.1 RUNNING IN NEW LIFT TRUCK 1
Your Komatsu Forklift truck has been thoroughly adjusted and tested before shipment. However, operate
moderately during the first one month (out 200 hours) until each part of the lift truck comes into stable.
Operating the lift truck under severe conditions at the beginning can adversely affect performance and shorten the
lift truck life.
Be sure to run in the lift truck, taking special care concerning the followings.
･ Idle the engine for 5 minutes after starting it up.
･ Do not operate with heavy loads or at high speeds.
･ Avoid sudden starting, acceleration, braking, and sharp turning.
1.7.2 MAINTENANCE FOR NEW LIFT TRUCK 1
For new lift truck, carry out the followings after the first month or 200 hours: Replacement of oil and cleaning of
filters, retightening of bolts and nuts • Have your lift truck serviced by Komatsu Forklift distributor.
1.8 SERVICE 1
1.8.1 PERIODICAL EXCHANGE PARTS 1
Other than those specified by the law, Komatsu Forklift designates " periodical exchange parts. " Deterioration of
such parts is unavoidable over time but is critical for safety and therefore must be replaced periodically. Replace
those parts at the designated periods regardless of their appearance. For the periodic replacement of safety critical
parts, see the Section "4.17 PERIODIC REPLACEMENT OF SAFETY CRITICAL PARTS (PAGE 4-60)".
1.8.2 USE OF KOMATSU FORKLIFT GENUINE PARTS AND OILS 1
Any problem caused by the use of other than Komatsu Forklift genuine parts (including oils) warranted by Komatsu
Forklift is not covered by the warranty.
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INTRODUCTION 1.9 NECESSARY INFORMATION OF LIFT TRUCK
1.9 NECESSARY INFORMATION OF LIFT TRUCK 1
When you need maintenance of the lift truck or order parts, please provide Komatsu Forklift distributor/dealer with
necessary information of the lift truck such as model type, serial number, engine serial number, attachment, option,
etc.
1.9.1 MEMORANDUM (To be filled by Komatsu Forklift distributor) 1
Model type
Serial No.
Engine serial No.
Attachment/option
Distributor
Address
Telephone, fax No.
Service person in charge
Sales representative in charge
1.9.2 MODEL AND SERIAL NO. LOCATION 1
LIFT TRUCK SERIAL NO. PLATE LOCATION

The serial No. plate is stuck by the Emergency stop button
equipped on the right of the operator’s seat.
LIFT TRUCK EMBOSSED SERIAL NO. LOCATION

Besides the serial No. plate, serial No. is also embossed on the top
of the left-side front wheel fender.
Example of embossed mark: M *** - #######
Serial No. is shown as # after the hyphen.
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CONTENTS INTRODUCTION
CONTENTS 1
1. INTRODUCTION ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-1
1.1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1-2
1.2 FOR YOUR SAFETY --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-3
1.2.1 SIGNAL WORDS------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1-3
1.2.2 SAFETY INDICATORS---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-4
1.3 APPLICABLE MODEL AND SERIAL No. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-5
1.4 GENERAL VIEW OF LIFT TRUCK --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-5
1.4.1 APPLICATION OF LIFT TRUCK---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-5
1.4.2 DIRECTION OF LIFT TRUCK ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-5
1.5 UNITS OF MEASURE-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-5
1.6 QUALIFICATION FOR OPERATION ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1-6
1.7 RUNNING IN NEW LIFT TRUCK ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-6
1.7.1 RUNNING IN NEW LIFT TRUCK --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-6
1.7.2 MAINTENANCE FOR NEW LIFT TRUCK---------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-6
1.8 SERVICE ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1-6
1.8.1 PERIODICAL EXCHANGE PARTS ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1-6
1.8.2 USE OF KOMATSU FORKLIFT GENUINE PARTS AND OILS ------------------------------------------ 1-6
1.9 NECESSARY INFORMATION OF LIFT TRUCK---------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-7
1.9.1 MEMORANDUM (To be filled by Komatsu Forklift distributor) -------------------------------------------- 1-7
1.9.2 MODEL AND SERIAL NO. LOCATION ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-7
2. SAFETY --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-1
2.1 SAFETY LABEL---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-2
2.1.1 SAFETY LABEL STICKING POSITIONS----------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-2
2.1.2 SAFETY LABELS ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-4
2.2 BASIC PRECAUTIONS ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 2-9
2.2.1 FOLLOW RULES ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-9
2.2.2 NEVER OPERATE THE BROKEN-DOWN LIFT TRUCK -------------------------------------------------- 2-9
2.2.3 WEAR ADEQUATE CLOTHES AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT FOR OPERATION----------------- 2-10
2.2.4 FIRE EXTINGUISHER AND FIRST AID KIT ---------------------------------------------------------------- 2-10
2.2.5 CAUTIONS FOR SAFETY-RELATED EQUIPMENT------------------------------------------------------ 2-10
2.2.6 PRACTICE SUFFICIENTLY BEFORE OPERATION ----------------------------------------------------- 2-10
2.2.7 JUMPING ON AND OFF FROM THE LIFT TRUCK IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED ---------------- 2-11
2.2.8 KEEP THE OPERATOR'S COMPARTMENT AND PLATFORM CLEAN AND TIDY------------- 2-11
2.2.9 PRECAUTION WHEN WASHING LIFT TRUCK------------------------------------------------------------ 2-11
2.2.10 TO AVOID BURN INJURY-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-12
2.2.11 FIRE PREVENTION ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-12
2.2.12 IF A FIRE BREAKS OUT---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-13
2.2.13 DO NOT MODIFY THE LIFT TRUCK------------------------------------------------------------------------ 2-13
2.2.14 DO NOT REMOVE THE OVERHEAD GUARD AND LOAD BACKREST-------------------------- 2-14
2.2.15 SECURE SAFETY AT THE WORKING AREA ------------------------------------------------------------ 2-14
2.2.16 ASBESTOS CAUTION------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-14
2.2.17 WINDOW WASHER CAUTION-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-14
2.3 START-UP INSPECTION ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-15
2.4 TRAVELING THE LIFT TRUCK ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-16
2.4.1 PREPARATION BEFORE TRAVELING THE LIFT TRUCK --------------------------------------------- 2-16
2.4.2 WHILE TRAVELING THE LIFT TRUCK ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-17
2.4.3 STOPPING AND PARKING-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-22
2.4.4 TOWING--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-22
2.5 LOAD HANDLING OPERATION ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-23
2.6 PRECAUTIONS FOR INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE ----------------------------------------------------- 2-28
2.6.1 ALWAY PERFORM THE START-UP INSPECTION ------------------------------------------------------ 2-28
2.6.2 PUT UP A WARNING SIGN DURING INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE ----------------------- 2-28
2.6.3 KEEP THE WORKING AREA CLEAN AND TIDY --------------------------------------------------------- 2-28
2.6.4 CAUTIONS BEFORE INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE--------------------------------------------- 2-29
2.6.5 KEEP UNAUTHORIZED PEOPLE OFF ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-29
2.6.6 USE OF RIGHT TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT ---------------------------------------------------------------- 2-29
2.6.7 CAUTIONS WHEN WORKING UNDER WORK EQUIPMENT ----------------------------------------- 2-30
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INTRODUCTION CONTENTS
2.6.8 AVOID GETTING CAUGHT UP BY THE MAST OR FALLING OFF-----------------------------------2-30

2.6.9 BE CAREFUL OF HIGH PRESSURE OIL --------------------------------------------------------------------2-31
2.6.10 BEWARE OF ROTATING COOLING FAN------------------------------------------------------------------2-31
2.6.11 CAUTIONS FOR USING COMPRESSED AIR FOR CLEANING -------------------------------------2-31
2.6.12 CAUTIONS WHEN REPLACING THE SEAT --------------------------------------------------------------2-31
2.6.13 REMOVING THE BATTERY PLUG ---------------------------------------------------------------------------2-32
2.6.14 CAUTION WHEN HANDLING BATTERY -------------------------------------------------------------------2-32
2.6.15 CAUTION ON HOW TO INSTALL BATTERIES -----------------------------------------------------------2-33
2.6.16 CAUTION WHEN HANDLING TIRES ------------------------------------------------------------------------2-34
2.6.17 CAUTION IN WASTE DISPOSAL -----------------------------------------------------------------------------2-35
2.6.18 CAUTION AFTER INSPECTION AND REPAIR -----------------------------------------------------------2-35
2.6.19 PERIODIC INSPECTION OF SAFETY CRITICAL PARTS ---------------------------------------------2-35
2.7 HOISTING AND TRANSPORTING THE LIFT TRUCK ------------------------------------------------------------2-36
2.7.1 CAUTION WHEN HOISTING THE LIFT TRUCK -----------------------------------------------------------2-36
2.7.2 PRECAUTIONS FOR LOADING AND UNLOADING THE LIFT TRUCK -----------------------------2-36
2.8 STRUCTURE AND STABILITY OF THE LIFT TRUCK (TO PREVENT LIFT TRUCK FROM
TIPPING) -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------2-37
2.8.1 LONGITUDINAL STABILITY -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------2-37
2.8.2 CENTER OF GRAVITY OF A LOAD ---------------------------------------------------------------------------2-37
2.8.3 COMBINED CENTER OF GRAVITY AND STABILITY ON THE LOADED TRUCK ---------------2-38
2.8.4 ACTUAL CAPACITY ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------2-38
2.8.5 SERIAL NO. AND LOAD TABLE --------------------------------------------------------------------------------2-39
2.8.6 INTRODUCTION OF OPTIONAL SAFETY DEVICE-------------------------------------------------------2-41
3. OPERATION --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3-1
3.1 GENERAL VIEW -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3-2
3.1.1 GENERAL VIEW OF LIFT TRUCK ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 3-2
3.1.2 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 3-3
3.2 EXPLANATION OF COMPONENTS------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3-4
3.2.1 HOW TO READ METER PANEL --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3-4
3.2.2 HOW TO OPERATE METER PANEL --------------------------------------------------------------------------3-12
3.2.3 OPERATING DEVICES --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3-15
3.2.4 HOW TO OPEN/CLOSE BATTERY HOOD ------------------------------------------------------------------3-20
3.3 OPERATION ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3-21
3.3.1 START-UP INSPECTION -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3-21
3.3.2 MOUNTING/DISMOUNTING AND OPERATING POSTURE ADJUSTMENT ----------------------3-21
3.3.3 BASIC OPERATION ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3-25
3.3.3.1 STARTING ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3-25
3.3.3.2 TRAVELING --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3-26
3.3.3.3 SHIFTING DIRECTION------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3-27
3.3.3.4 TURNING -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3-27
3.3.3.5 STOPPING----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3-27
3.3.3.6 TEMPORARY STOPPING AND PARKING ----------------------------------------------------------3-28
3.3.4 OPERATION ACCORDING TO THE CIRCUMSTANCE -------------------------------------------------3-30
3.3.4.1 TRAVELING ON SLOPES--------------------------------------------------------------------------------3-30
3.3.4.2 INCHING TRAVEL ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3-32
3.3.4.3 PLUGGING (ELECTRIC BRAKE) ----------------------------------------------------------------------3-32
3.3.4.4 CROSSING OVER STEPS AND DITCHES----------------------------------------------------------3-33
3.3.4.5 OPERATION ON SNOWY AND FROZEN ROADS------------------------------------------------3-33
3.3.5 TRAVEL INTERLOCK FUNCTION -----------------------------------------------------------------------------3-34
3.3.6 BASIC LIFT OPERATION -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3-35
3.3.6.1 HOW TO OPERATE CONTROL LEVERS -----------------------------------------------------------3-35
3.3.6.2 FORK SPREAD ADJUSTMENT ------------------------------------------------------------------------3-36
3.3.6.3 PROCEDURE FOR PICKING UP AND STACKING-----------------------------------------------3-37
3.3.7 LIFT INTERLOCK FUNCTION -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------3-38
3.3.8 CHECKING AFTER OPERATION ------------------------------------------------------------------------------3-38
3.4 AUTOMATIC FORK LEVEL STOP FUNCTION (OPTIONAL) ---------------------------------------------------3-39
3.5 LIFT TRUCKS WITH COLD-STORAGE MODEL--------------------------------------------------------------------3-41
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CONTENTS INTRODUCTION
4. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4-1

4.1 ABOUT INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE-------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4-2
4.2 START-UP INSPECTION --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4-2
4.2.1 CHECKING ABNORMALITIES DETECTED ON THE PREVIOUS DAY------------------------------- 4-4
4.2.2 WALK AROUND A LIFT TRUCK --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4-4
4.2.3 INSPECTION CONDUCTED BY OPENING COVER AND HOOD -------------------------------------- 4-7
4.2.4 CHECKING FROM THE OPERATOR SEAT ---------------------------------------------------------------- 4-10
4.2.5 CHECKING BY SETTING THE STARTING SWITCH TO [ | ] (ON) POSITION-------------------- 4-12
4.2.6 CHECKING WHILE RUNNING THE TRUCK---------------------------------------------------------------- 4-13
4.2.7 CHECKING OF SAFETY FUNCTION ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4-15
4.3 CHECKING AND REPORTING AFTER OPERATION ------------------------------------------------------------ 4-17
4.4 SIMPLE MAINTENANCE-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4-18
4.4.1 GREASES AND FUEL--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4-18
4.4.1.1 BASIC PRECAUTIONS----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4-18
4.4.1.2 LUBRICANT LIST ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 4-20
4.4.2 REPLACING TIRES ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 4-22
4.4.3 ADJUSTING PARKING BRAKE LEVER OPERATING EFFORT -------------------------------------- 4-24
4.4.4 REPLACING FUSE------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4-25
4.4.5 REPLACING BULBS ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4-28
4.5 HANDLING OF BATTERIES --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4-29
4.6 CHARGING ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4-33
4.6.1 OPERATION OF ON-BOARD TYPE BATTERY CHARGER
(ON-BOARD TYPE BATTERY CHARGER MODEL) ---------------------------------------------------- 4-35
4.6.2 OPERATION OF STATIONARY BATTERY CHARGER (OPTION)----------------------------------- 4-41
4.7 CONVERSION OF BATTERY ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4-45
4.8 RUNNING IN COLD WEATHER ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4-48
4.9 OPERATING LIFT TRUCKS IN SPECIAL ENVIRONMENT OR IN FORCIBLE WAY-------------------- 4-48
4.10 ACTION TO TAKE IF THE FORK FAILS TO LOWER----------------------------------------------------------- 4-49
4.11 PROCEDURES FOR ALARM CODE OR ERROR CODE INDICATION ----------------------------------- 4-50
4.12 WASHING LIFT TRUCK ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4-51
4.13 LONG-TERM STORAGE ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 4-52
4.14 HOISTING LIFT TRUCK ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4-53
4.15 LOADING AND UNLOADING OF LIFT TRUCK ------------------------------------------------------------------- 4-54
4.16 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CHART----------------------------------------------------- 4-55
4.17 PERIODIC REPLACEMENT OF SAFETY CRITICAL PARTS ------------------------------------------------ 4-60
4.18 SERVICE DATA------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 4-61
5. TECHNICAL DATA ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5-1
6. INDEX ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 6-1
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SAFETY 2
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WARNING
Please be sure that you fully understand this manual and the precautions
related to safety for the lift truck.
When operating, inspecting, or servicing the lift truck, always follow these
precautions strictly.
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2.1 SAFETY LABEL SAFETY
2. SAFETY 2
2.1 SAFETY LABEL 2
Followings are the safety labels used for this lift truck.
･ Make sure that you understand the exact locations of the safety labels, the contents of the danger, and how to
avoid them.
･ Keep the safety labels clean so that it can be easily seen at all times. Do not use organic solvent or gasoline for
cleaning. Or the safety label may come unstuck.
･ If the safety label is damaged, lost, or become unreadable, replace it with a new one. Before placing an order
to Komatsu Forklift distributor/dealer, check the part No. of safety label referring to this manual or the replacing
label itself.
･ Concerning labels other than the safety labels, use these in the same way.
2.1.1 SAFETY LABEL STICKING POSITIONS 2
Surface of battery hood Inside of battery hood
Rear side of operator’s seat
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SAFETY 2.1 SAFETY LABEL
No. Safety labels name Position
1 Seating capacity Right inside of the overhead guard
2 Caution before operation Right inside of the overhead guard
3 Take a right posture while operating truck Right inside of overhead guard
Avoiding danger if lift truck tips over during

4 Right inside of overhead guard
operations
5 Caution to avoid getting hand caught Rear side of tilt stay and head stay
6 Hoist the truck by designated positions Outer side of head stay
7 Caution when hoisting the lift truck Rear left inside of the overhead guard
Prohibit the operator from riding on the forks

8 Outside of left and right outer masts
and lifting/lowering himself
9 Caution when closing the battery hood Top surface of battery hood (left side of operator’s seat)
10 Caution to avoid getting caught Inside of battery hood (top surface of controller cover)
Inside of battery hood (top left-hand side of controller

11 Caution when handling battery
cover)
Do not step on the counterbalanceweight

12 Top surface of counterbalanceweight cover
cover
13 Precaution when washing lift truck Top surface of battery hood (rear side of operator’s seat)
14 Emergency stop button Front side of emergency stop button
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2.1.2 SAFETY LABELS 2
(1) Seating capacity (3EB-96-54110)
(2) Caution before operation (3EB-96-54120)
(3) Take a right posture while operating truck (3EB-96-59231)

･ If you operate the lift truck in such a posture that your weight is not properly applied to the seat, like standing
up or leaning forward/backward or sideways, the power will be cut off in approx. three seconds, making
travel and lift truck operation impossible. Take a right posture while operating.
It is especially dangerous when you operate like this on an uphill. Due to the power is cut off, the lift truck
will slither down even if you depress the accelerator pedal, which can lead an accident such as crash or
falling off.
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(4) Avoiding danger if lift truck tips over during operations (3EB-96-32610)
IF THE TRUCK SEEMS TO TIP OVER ANY MOMENT

BEFORE OPERATION
DURING OPERATION
1. Always use your seat belt when operating. 3. Do not jump off the lift truck.
2. Read and understand the Operation and 4. Lean yourself in the opposite direction to the tipping
Maintenance Manual. of the lift truck.
5. Grip the steering wheel tightly.
6. Brace yourself with both feet to support your body.
(5) Caution to avoid getting hand caught (3EB-96-25121)

･ Do not place your hands.
(6) Hoist the truck by designated positions (3BA-96-59140)
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(7) Caution when hoisting the lift truck (3BA-96-72640)
(8) Prohibit the operator from riding on the forks and lifting/
lowering himself (3EB-96-25131)
Never enter the area under the forks.
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(9) Caution when closed the battery hood (3BA-96-72611)

･ Do not catch a hand in a battery hood.
･ Lock the hood securely.
(10) Caution to avoid getting caught (37B-1QL-5030)

･ Keep hand off the rotating fan.
(11) Caution when handling battery (3BB-96-36840)

(Shape and layout may vary depending on the battery
supplier.)
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(12) Do not step on a counterbalanceweight cover

(3BA-96-72650)
(13) Precaution when washing lift truck (37B-1QC-5030)
(14) Emergency stop button (3BA-96-72620)
(15) Caution before operation (09651-A0481)

( C a u t i o n la b e l m a y b e a tt a ch e d d e p e n d i n g o n t h e
specifications.)
･ Warnings: Be sure to read the Operation and Maintenance Manual
thoroughly before operating, servicing, disassembling,
assembling or transporting.
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SAFETY 2.2 BASIC PRECAUTIONS
2.2 BASIC PRECAUTIONS 2
2.2.1 FOLLOW RULES 2
･ Only the trained and qualified persons are allowed to operate

this lift truck.
･ Fully understand and follow this operation and maintenance
manual.
･ Do not operate the truck when you are ill conditioned, taking
medicine that causes drowsiness, under the influence of
alcohol, or mentally unstable.
･ Plan safety work beforehand.

Before operation, make up an operating plan that fits the
workplace conditions, type and capacity of the lift truck, and the
load conditions.
In confined areas or when loading/unloading large items,
position a signal person and carry out operations in accordance
with his/her instructions.
2.2.2 NEVER OPERATE THE BROKEN-DOWN LIFT TRUCK 2
･ If any abnormality is detected during the start-up inspection or

during the operation (noise, vibration, odor, maladjusted gauge,
smoke, oil leak, or erroneous indication of warning device or
use
Never
monitor), report the administrator immediately and take

adequate corrective actions.
Danger
･ Do not operate the lift truck until the abnormality is corrected.

･ Remove the key from the faulty lift truck and put up signs in the
operator's compartment to prevent its use.
･ If the lift truck has a failure and must be parked without lowering
the forks, put markers on the tips of the forks and take steps to
prevent pedestrians or other vehicles from hitting the forks.
･ Select a parking place where people or vehicles do not pass.
Take measures to prevent anyone to go under the forks. (Space
under lifted forks is dangerous zone.)
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2.2 BASIC PRECAUTIONS SAFETY
2.2.3 WEAR ADEQUATE CLOTHES AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT FOR OPERATION 2
･ Avoid loose clothing and accessories. It is dangerous when they

catch on control levers and projections.
･ Long, loose hair can be caught in a rotating part. Long hair must
be tied back.
･ Always wear a safety helmet and safety shoes. Depending on
the working conditions, wear other safety equipment such as
safety glasses, mask, gloves, ear protection, and safety belt.
･ Check that the safety equipment works properly before use.
2.2.4 FIRE EXTINGUISHER AND FIRST AID KIT 2
･ In preparation for a fire or bodily injury, check the locations of fire

extinguisher and first aid kit, and be familiar with the usage.
2.2.5 CAUTIONS FOR SAFETY-RELATED EQUIPMENT 2
･ Confirm that all protective guards, covers, and mirrors are

properly mounted.Repair them immediately when broken.
･ Be sure that you fully understand the usage of safety-related
equipment.
･ Never remove the safety-related equipment. Keep them fully
functional at any time.
2.2.6 PRACTICE SUFFICIENTLY BEFORE OPERATION 2
･ Take sufficient time for practice until you become familiar with
the operation of each component before starting the actual
operation.
･ Even after you become familiar with it, operate with caution and
avoid harsh operation.Or it can cause a bodily injury or damage.
･ Each lift truck is more or less peculiar in the performance of
brake, accelerator, and load handling device even though it is
the same model type. When you changeover the lift trucks,
understand the peculiarity of each lift truck before stating
operation. Be especially careful with brake, since its
performance varies by individual truck.
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2.2.7 JUMPING ON AND OFF FROM THE LIFT TRUCK IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED 2
･ Never jump on or off the lift truck. It is extremely dangerous.

･ Even if the lift truck accidentally starts to move without operator
onboard, never attempt to jump on the lift truck to stop.
･ Always mount and dismount the lift truck from the left side.
･ While mounting and dismounting the lift truck, always support
yourself securely with your hands and feet at more than 3
locations; put your left foot on the step, grab the assist grip
(handrail) with your left hand, and grab the load backrest or hip
support of the seat with your right hand.
･ Do not hold on the control levers or steering wheel when
mounting or dismounting the lift truck.
2.2.8 KEEP THE OPERATOR'S COMPARTMENT AND PLATFORM CLEAN AND TIDY 2
･ Always keep the operator's compartment and platform (assist

grip, step, floor) clean and tidy. Oil, mud or dust attached, or
spare parts or tools left lying around in the operator's
compartment may cause the operator's hand or foot slips or the
clothes get caught, which will lead a falling accident or
erroneous operation.
2.2.9 PRECAUTION WHEN WASHING LIFT TRUCK 2
･ Entering of water into the electrical parts (controllers, sensors,

connectors) may cause a malfunction, which is dangerous. Do
not wash the electrical parts or use a high-pressure washer
(steam cleaner) on them. For washing the lift trucks, see the
Section "4.12 WASHING LIFT TRUCK (PAGE 4-51)".
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2.2.10 TO AVOID BURN INJURY 2
HIGH TEMPERATURE PARTS AND OIL

･ To prevent burns caused by high temperature parts such as
motor, controller, charger, etc., or by the spurt of oil, carry out
inspection and maintenance work after these parts cool down
and can be touched safely with bare hands.
2.2.11 FIRE PREVENTION 2
FIRE CAUSED BY HYDROGEN GAS EMITTED FROM BATTERIES

･ Batteries generate flammable hydrogen gas.
･ Never smoke or allow any flame near the battery.
･ Sparks may ignite the gas. Do not place tools, parts or other
metal objects on the battery.
･ Charge batteries always in a well-ventilated place with the
battery hood open.
FIRE CAUSED BY OIL AND GREASES

Oil and greases, window washer fluid, etc. are flammable, so keep
them away from open flame.
Strictly follow the instructions shown below.
･ Do not smoke or allow any flame near oil, antifreeze or window
washer fluid or clothes soaked in them.
･ Tighten caps securely.
･ Do not spill oil and greases on the overheated surface or
electrical system components.
･ Store oil and greases in a well-ventilated dark cold place.
･ Store oil and grease in a designated place. Keep unauthorized
people off the storage.
･ Wipe off the spilled oil and greases.
･ Put clothes soaked in oil and other flammable objects in a
secure container and store them in a safe place.
･ Also, be cautious and take measures for fires that may be
ignited with a spark or flame when handling equipment and
devices for inspection and/or maintenance.
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FIRE CAUSED BY DEPOSITS AND FOULING OF FLAMMABLE OBJECTS

･ If flammables are deposited or attached to around the motor or
batteries, they may cause fire. Remove the deposits and
attached material from the above locations.
FIRE FROM ELECTRICAL WIRING

Short-circuiting of the electrical wiring may cause a fire.
･ Clean all the electrical wiring connections, and fix them firmly.
･ Check daily for looseness, wear and damage of the wiring. Re-
tighten the loose connector and wiring clamp. Damaged wiring
must be repaired or replaced by Komatsu Forklift distributor/
dealer.
FIRE FROM PIPING

･ Make sure that the clamp, guard and cushion of the hose and
tube are fixed securely. Loose hose or tube may get damaged
by vibration during operation or by rubbing against other parts,
and cause the high pressure fluid to spurt out which may lead a
fire or bodily injury.
2.2.12 IF A FIRE BREAKS OUT 2
･ If a fire breaks out, press emergency stop button (red), cut off
the electric circuit and stop the machine.
･ Do not jump off the lift truck in a rush. Support yourself securely
with handrails and steps to evacuate.
2.2.13 DO NOT MODIFY THE LIFT TRUCK 2
･ Contact Komatsu Forklift distributor/dealer in advance for any

modification (installation, removal and modification) of the lift
truck, attachment or option. It may cause safety hazard and may modify
violate the law.

･ Komatsu Forklift will not be responsible for any bodily injury,
damage or failure which results from the modification made
without prior consent of Komatsu Forklift in writing.
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2.2.14 DO NOT REMOVE THE OVERHEAD GUARD AND LOAD BACKREST 2
･ Do not remove the overhead guard or load backrest, which are

installed to protect the operator from falling objects.
･ Also do not use the lift truck not equipped with overhead guard
or load backrest.
･ The overhead guard is built in compliance with the safety
standards. However, it is not designed to withstand every
possible impact. Always be careful to prevent damage or injury
from falling objects.
2.2.15 SECURE SAFETY AT THE WORKING AREA 2
･ Working on a rough surface can result in bodily injuries such as

backache. Always keep the passages and work areas flat and
smooth without bump.
･ Wipe up all spill oil or grease from the ground to prevent tip over
or collision due to slipping.
･ When working on platforms, docks, quays, or other places
where there is danger of falling, set up blocks to prevent the lift
truck from going over the edge.
･ Put warning signs up in dangerous places to warn the operator
not to approach.
･ Mark the traffic areas clearly, and establish a clear traffic rule
such as temporary stop line, speed limit, no-entry area for other
vehicles and pedestrians.
･ Provide adequate lighting for safety operations.
2.2.16 ASBESTOS CAUTION 2
･ Non-genuine parts (unspecified parts of Komatsu Forklift) such

as clutch disc, brake lining, gasket and packing may contain
asbestos. Use Komatsu Forklift genuine parts.
･ All the parts used in this lift truck are asbestos-free.
2.2.17 WINDOW WASHER CAUTION 2
･ Use the window washer which contains ethyl alcohol.

･ Never use the window washer containing methanol which is
harmful to eyes.
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SAFETY 2.3 START-UP INSPECTION
2.3 START-UP INSPECTION 2
ALWAYS CONDUCT A START-UP INSPECTION IN THE BEGINNING OF THE DAY FOR YOUR SAFETY
OPERATION OF THE LIFT TRUCK
･ For details of the inspection, see the Section "4.1 ABOUT
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE (PAGE 4-2)".
･ Do not operate the lift trucks before completing start-up
inspection.
･ Report abnormality, if any, immediately to the administrator.
Never operate the lift truck in question until the repair is
completed.
CAUTIONS FOR OPERATING STARTING SWITCH, STARTING THE LIFT TRUCK AND OPERATING WORK
EQUIPMENT
･ When operating the starting switch, always seat yourself
properly on the operator's seat, apply the parking brake lever
and turn the starting switch ON.
･ Before starting the truck or operating the work equipment (mast,
fork, etc.), check the safety in the surrounding areas and sit in
the operator's seat.
･ Before moving the truck or operating the work equipment, sound
the horn to warn people around.
CAUTIONS WHEN CHECKING SAFETY FUNCTION

･ Before checking safety function, retain wide safety space
around the truck in case it makes a sudden, unexpected
movement. Check that the area is free of people and obstacles.
(Apply travel interlock, lift interlock, neutral safety and parking
brake.)
CAUTION IN COLD WEATHER

･ Immediately upon starting operation for the day in cold weather,
travel and lifting speed may be slow or steering effort may be
heavier or steering movement may change suddenly, leading to
accident. Operate the truck carefully until oil and machine
components warm up properly.
･ For the method of maintenance, see "4.4 SIMPLE
MAINTENANCE (PAGE 4-18)" and "4.8 RUNNING IN COLD
WEATHER (PAGE 4-48)".
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2.4 TRAVELING THE LIFT TRUCK SAFETY
2.4 TRAVELING THE LIFT TRUCK 2
2.4.1 PREPARATION BEFORE TRAVELING THE LIFT TRUCK 2
USE THE SEAT BELT

･ Always fit the seat belt properly before operation.
･ Not using the seat belt properly may result in serious bodily
injuries if the lift truck tips over.
･ Make sure the seat belt is free from damage and flaw.
TAKE A RIGHT POSTURE ON THE SEAT

･ If you operate the lift truck when you are not seated properly or
off the seat, an accident may happen unexpectedly. To forestall
such a possible accident, this lift truck is provided with TRAVEL
INTERLOCK and LIFT INTERLOCK that make traveling and
truck operation disabled if you are not seated properly.
For details, see "3.3.5 TRAVEL INTERLOCK FUNCTION
(PAGE 3-34)" and "3.3.7 LIFT INTERLOCK FUNCTION (PAGE
3-38)".
TAKE A RIGHT POSTURE WHILE OPERATING

･ Do not stick the hand or foot outside the machine body.
･ Always keep your body under the overhead guard.
BEFORE TRAVELING THE LIFT TRUCK, CHECK THE SAFETY OF SURROUNDING AREA
･ Raise the forks approx. 15 - 20 cm from the ground and tilt the
mast back.
･ Before starting to travel the lift truck, check that the surrounding
area is clear of obstructions such as pedestrians, other trucks
and loads.
･ Sound the horn areas as may be needed.
15 - 20 cm
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SAFETY 2.4 TRAVELING THE LIFT TRUCK
2.4.2 WHILE TRAVELING THE LIFT TRUCK 2
BE ALWAYS CONSCIOUS OF SAFETY WHILE TRAVELING

･ Avoid sudden starting, braking, or making sharp turns.
･ Keep a clear view of the path of travel.
･ When passing oncoming vehicles, reduce speed and keep a
safe distance from the other vehicle.
･ In places where there are speed limits, observe the speed limit
and maintain a safe distance from other vehicles.
･ When traveling, always pay careful attention to the area around
your lift truck, particularly in the direction of travel or when
turning.
･ Do not attempt to pass another lift truck or vehicle on a narrow
path or on a spot of limited view like a crossing.
･ When passing through a crossing or turning a corner, or when
traveling into a narrow path, stop the lift truck once to check the
safety. Sound the horn to warn people around if necessary.
･ Even if you sound the horn, not everyone in the surrounding
area will necessarily hear it. Always pay careful attention to the
movements of people in the surrounding area.
･ Do not allow people to enter the working area.
･ When traveling on a slope or through a crowded spot, always
give way to a loaded lift truck.
DO NOT ALLOW ANY PASSENGER

･ Never allow any other person to ride with you on the lift truck for
whatever reasons.
･ Do not use anyone for a counterbalanceweight.
NEVER TURN OFF THE STARTING SWITCH WHILE TRAVELING

･ If the starting switch is turned to [Q] (OFF) while traveling, the
power steering effort may become felt heavier, which is
dangerous.
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OPERATING BRAKE PEDAL

･ Allow plenty of time for brake operation depending on the
situation, as the road surface and weight of the load affect the
stopping distance. Longer distance is required to stop on a
downhill, wet or slippery surfaces, and with heavy load.
DO NOT KEEP YOUR FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL WHILE TRAVELING

･ If you travel the lift truck with your foot on the brake pedal,
brakes may not work satisfactorily or wear out earlier. If this
situation continues, overheat protection function may work to
deteriorate the accelerating performance. Keep your foot off the
brake pedal during normal traveling.
WHEN BACKING UP THE LIFT TRUCK, CHECK REVERSE DIRECTION VISUALLY

･ When backing up the lift truck, always look back and make a
direct visual check on the rear of the lift truck. The rear view
mirror is simply an auxiliary aid for checking the rear. When
reversing, do not depend on the rear view mirror alone for
checking safety.
･ Even if you sound the backup buzzer, the people behind the
truck do not necessarily hear it. Always visually check directly
with your own eyes that there is no one behind the truck while
traveling.
WHEN CARRYING A HIGH LOAD, USE A SIGNAL PERSON OR TRAVEL BACKWARD

･ If the view to the front is obstructed by the load, operate the truck
in reverse while minding safety in the area the truck is heading
to, or have a signal person to guide the travel.
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DO NOT TRAVEL THE LIFT TRUCK WHEN THE FORKS ARE RAISED HIGH
･ If loaded or unloaded, raising the forks also raises the center of
gravity of the truck increasing a risk of tipping over. Do not travel
the truck with the up-raised forks. (During a travel, keep the
forks approx. 15 - 20 cm above the ground with the mast tilted
backward.)
NEVER JUMP OFF THE LIFT TRUCK WHEN THE LIFT TRUCK SEEMS TIPPING OVER
(1) Always use your seat belt during operations for your safety if
lift truck should tip over.
(2) To avoid tipping over and other accidents, carry on proper
operation, inspection and maintenance work, read and
understand the Operation and Maintenance Manual.
(3) Do not jump off the lift truck if the lift truck seems tipping over.
Or you may be crushed by the lift truck resulting a serious
bodily injury.
(4) Lean yourself in the opposite direction to the direction the lift
truck is tipping.
(5) Grip the steering wheel tightly.
(6) Brace yourself with both feet to support your body.
･ Practice this series of actions from time to time to master how to

act in emergency situations.
WHEN MAKING A TURN, BE CAREFUL OF THE SWINGING TAIL

･ The lift truck has rear steering wheels. Be careful as if behaves
differently from passenger cars.
･ When turning while traveling forward, the counterbalanceweight
will swing far out. Keep an ample clearance from walls to ensure
safety.
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PAY CAREFUL ATTENTION TO THE LIFT TRUCK'S MAX. HEIGHT AND WIDTH
･ Ensure that there is ample height and width for the lift truck to
pass.
･ Keep clearance from the doors, ceiling, wirings and pipes.
･ Be careful with the height of the mast and load backrest when
the forks go up.
DO NOT TRAVEL ON ROUGH OR SLIPPERY ROAD

･ Do not try to travel on bumpy or soft ground. It can lead to a
serious accident when you lose steering control or the tires
stuck in the mud.
･ Avoid traveling on the slippery road covered with water and oil.
You will lose brake or steering control.
OBSERVE THE WEIGHT LIMIT

･ Do not allow overweight on the floors and roads where weight
limit is specified.
DO NOT TRAVEL DIRECTLY OVER OBSTACLES ON THE ROAD

･ Avoid clutter, curbs, rails, ditches, or other obstacles, and do not
travel directly over them. Also, the impact applied when
traveling over obstacles can result in bodily injuries such as
backache.
TRAVELING ON A ROAD SHOULDER IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED

･ There is danger that soft road shoulders may collapse. Do not
approach them.
･ Always maintain a safe distance from the edge of road
shoulders and platforms to prevent the lift truck from falling off.
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CAUTION WHEN TRAVELING ON SLOPES

･ Do not swing, or traverse or be careful for the approach/
departure angle on slopes. The lift truck may tip over.
･ Before traveling uphill, stop the lift truck and adjust the fork
clearance between the ground. Keep the bottom of the forks or
pallet off the ground or prevent the tips of the forks from sticking
into the ground when traveling.
･ For safe travel on slopes

When loaded : Travel forward uphill and in reverse downhill. When loaded
When unloaded: Travel in reverse uphill and forward downhill.
･ On a down slope, depress the brake pedal and travel slow.
･ Lifting the hip up during uphill travel activates travel interlock to
cut off drive power. This causes the truck to slither down even if
accelerator pedal is stepped on, leading to possible collision or
tipping over. Take a right posture while operating. For more
details on the function of travel interlocking, see "3.3.5 TRAVEL
INTERLOCK FUNCTION (PAGE 3-34)".
When unloaded
EXERCISE CARE WHEN TRAVELING INTO A RAILWAY WAGON OR CONTAINER

･ Check that brake and block are applied to the wagons, trailers,
and containers to stop them.
･ Tell the carrier drivers not to move their vehicles until the load
handling operation is completed.
･ Ramps used for approaching the wagon and/or trailers must
stand the travels of loaded lift trucks.
･ Engage the ramps securely to wagons and trainers.
･ Do not travel at the edge of the platforms or loading docks, or
there is a danger of the lift truck falling down.
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2.4.3 STOPPING AND PARKING 2
FOLLOW THE STEPS FOR STOPPING AND PARKING

1. Stop the lift truck on a firm level ground.
2. Apply the parking brake lever to prevent the truck from moving.
3. Set the forward/reverse lever to N (Neutral). Free
Lock
4. Tilt the mast forward and lower the forks to the floor.
5. Turn the starting switch key to the [Q] (OFF) position.
6. Pull out the starting key and leave the lift truck.
PARK THE LIFT TRUCK IN A SAFE PLACE

･ Park the lift truck on a firm level ground.
･ Do not stop or park near any emergency exit or other safety
equipment. Stop or park the lift truck in a place where it will not
obstruct pedestrians or other vehicles.
･ Do not park the lift truck on a slope. If parking on a slope is
unavailable, apply blocks to the tires.
2.4.4 TOWING 2
BE CAREFUL WHEN USING THE DRAWBAR PIN

･ The drawbar pin is provided for being towed by the wrecking car
when the tires are stuck in a ditch or mud.
･ Do not use it for towing or hoisting.
･ The drawbar pin can be used for an anchor point of this lift truck
when being transported by a truck.
DO NOT TOW A DISABLED LIFT TRUCK

･ If there is any problem with the brakes or steering system of your
lift truck, do not use tow is with another lift truck. There is a
danger that disabled the lift truck may move accidentally.
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SAFETY 2.5 LOAD HANDLING OPERATION
2.5 LOAD HANDLING OPERATION 2
SIT ON THE SEAT CORRECTLY FOR LOAD HANDLING OPERATION

･ To avoid accidents, Load Handling Interlock activates to disable
the load handling operation when you are not seated properly or
off the seat. For more details on the function of load handling
interlocking, see "3.3.7 LIFT INTERLOCK FUNCTION (PAGE
3-38)".
DO NOT ALLOW ANYONE IN THE WORKING AREA EXCEPT THE SIGNAL PERSON
･ To avoid accidents, keep unauthorized people and other vehicle
off the working area except a signal person during the load
handling operation.
･ Use a signal person when it is necessary to ensure visibility or
for other safety reasons.
･ When working with a signal person, always follow his
instructions.
DO NOT GO UNDER THE LIFTED FORKS

･ The lifted forks may accidentally fall down to cause serious
injuries to person below, of any.
Keep everyone away from under the lifted forks.
WORKING ON THE FORKS IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED

･ Do not directly place a load manually on the forks.
･ Do not directly remove a load manually from the forks.
･ Do not step on the forks to handle a load.
The load may slip down the forks.
･ Do not hold the load on the forks by hands.
Sudden truck movement may cause the load to fall on the
person below.
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2.5 LOAD HANDLING OPERATION SAFETY
BE CAREFUL NOT TO GET CAUGHT IN THE MAST STRUCTURE

･ Never put your hands, feet, or other body parts into the mast
structure. There is a danger that you may get caught in moving
parts and be seriously injured.
DO NOT CLIMB ON THE MAST OR LOAD BACKREST

･ If you climb on the mast or load backrest, there is a danger of
being caught in the moving parts or fall off.
USE A PALLET OR SKID OF AMPLE STRENGTH

･ Always use the pallets and skids of robust construction. Do not
use broken or damaged pallets or skids.
･ Before traveling, always check that the load is positioned
securely and safely on the pallet.
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HANDLE A LONG OR WIDE LOAD WITH EXTRA CARE

･ Be extremely careful when carrying long or wide loads. Lift the
load slowly without hitting anything in the surrounding area.
･ When switching, keep the load as low as possible and maintain
the balance.
BE CAREFUL WITH THE MAST HEIGHT

･ As the forks go up, the mast height increases. Be mindful of this
face during the operation.
･ Take care not to hit with the mast electric wirings, piping,
sprinklers, beams in the ceiling, etc. If such hitting occurs, there
is a danger that the load on the forks drops off or the lift truck tips
over.
OVERLOADING IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED

･ Overloading may cause the rear wheels come off the ground,
and the truck loses the balance and tips over. Do not load the lift
truck over the max. capacity shown in the load table. For details,
see "2.8.4 ACTUAL CAPACITY (PAGE 2-38)" and "2.8.5
SERIAL NO. AND LOAD TABLE (PAGE 2-39)".
DO NOT TILT THE MAST FORWARD WITH A LOAD ON THE FORKS

･ Do not tilt the mast forward with the load raised. Do not raise the
load with the mast tilted forward. Or the load may fall or the truck
may tip over. Do not travel with the mast tilted forward.
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2.5 LOAD HANDLING OPERATION SAFETY
DO NOT HANDLE A LOAD IN AN INSECURE MANNER

･ Make sure that the center of gravity of the load is in line with the
center of the lift truck. Do not carry loads off-center.
･ Secure the load in position to prevent collapsing or falling. Do
not handle unstable loads.
･ Place the load so that it makes contact with the load backrest.
DO NOT LOAD AND UNLOAD ON SLOPES

･ Loading or unloading on the slopes may cause the lift truck to
lose its balance and tip over.
DO NOT LOWER THE LOADED FORKS HASTILY

･ Do not operate the forks roughly or make a sudden stop.
Sudden lowering may cause the collapsing or falling of the load,
and the truck may go off balance and tip over.
DO NOT HANDLE A LOAD EXCEEDING THE LOAD BACKREST HEIGHT

･ If the load is higher than the load backrest, there is danger that
it may fall back on the operator. Do not handle a load exceeding
the load backrest height.
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DO NOT PRY SOMETHING WITH THE TIPS OF THE FORK

･ Or the hooked object may suddenly come off the tip and be
damaged. The reaction may result in an unexpected motion of
the truck or load and the risk to the safety.
DO NOT USE THE FORKS TO PUSH OR PULL A LOAD

･ There is a risk that the load will be damaged or fall.
DO NOT USE THE LIFT TRUCK FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE

･ Do not use the lift truck for any other purpose than load handling
using forks or attachments.
･ Do not open or close the doors of railroad cars or warehouses
with the forks.
･ Do not push or pull any other vehicle.
･ Do not lift loads suspended from the fork with ropes.
The rope may slip, come off, break, or even cause cracks on the
forks. Also the lift truck may lose its balance and tip over as the
load swings.
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2.6 PRECAUTIONS FOR INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE SAFETY
2.6 PRECAUTIONS FOR INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 2
2.6.1 ALWAY PERFORM THE START-UP INSPECTION 2
･ This Operation and Maintenance Manual provides only the

simple inspection and maintenance information that operators
can perform relatively easily. For inspection and maintenance
that requires a trained, skilled and qualified personnel, contact
your Komatsu Forklift distributor/dealer.
･ Do not operate the lift trucks before completing start-up
inspection.
･ Report abnormality, if any, immediately to the administrator.
Do not operate faulty lift truck until the repair is completed.
･ Incorrect inspection, maintenance and repair services may
cause critical accident or shorten machine service life. For your
safety operation, contact Komatsu Forklift distributor/dealer for
inspection, maintenance and repair services.
2.6.2 PUT UP A WARNING SIGN DURING INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 2
･ Put up a warning sign on the steering wheel or load handling

lever during inspection and maintenance work. Put up the sign
around the lift truck, if necessary.
･ Do not let any other person them the inspector or maintenance
staff start engine or touch the load handling lever during Do not operate
inspection and maintenance. Or serious injuries may result.
When jointly making inspection or maintenance with other
personnel, name the leader and follow his instructions.
2.6.3 KEEP THE WORKING AREA CLEAN AND TIDY 2
･ Keep the working area clean and tidy. Get obstacles out of the
way. Wipe off any grease or oil.
･ Perform the work on level surface with ample space.
･ If the work is carried out inside a building, keep it well-ventilated.
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SAFETY 2.6 PRECAUTIONS FOR INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
2.6.4 CAUTIONS BEFORE INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 2
･ Arrange for a fire extinguisher. Know the location and how to use
it.
･ Arrange the lift truck for inspection and/or maintenance as
follows:
1. Lower the forks to the floor.
2. Apply the parking lever. (Parking brake activated)
3. Set the operating lever and forward/reverse switch to N
(Neutral) position.
4. Turn the starting switch to [Q] (OFF) position to cut off power.
･ Wear adequate working clothes and protective items (safety
helmet, safety shoes, goggles and gloves).
･ Block the front and rear tires.
2.6.5 KEEP UNAUTHORIZED PEOPLE OFF 2
･ No unauthorized person is allowed near the truck under

maintenance service.
2.6.6 USE OF RIGHT TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT 2
･ Use a suitable tool correctly. Do not use broken or deformed

tools or wrong tools designed for another purpose, or a serious
accident may result.
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2.6.7 CAUTIONS WHEN WORKING UNDER WORK EQUIPMENT 2
･ Block the forks and mast to prevent falling before working under
the raised forks. Otherwise a serious accident may result.
2.6.8 AVOID GETTING CAUGHT UP BY THE MAST OR FALLING OFF 2
･ Do not put your hands, feet, or other body parts into the mast
structure. Or you may be caught by the mast parts.
･ Do not climb on the mast load backrest or on top of the

dashboard. You may slip and fall or get caught in the moving
parts. Use a stepladder for inspection and maintenance at
elevated level.
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2.6.9 BE CAREFUL OF HIGH PRESSURE OIL 2
Remember that the hydraulic system is constantly under pressure.

Check the hydraulic system for no pressure before checking or
replacing piping or hose, or a serious accident may result. Follow
the instructions below:
･ When checking hydraulic piping or hose for leakage, don't touch
it directly by hand. The pipe or hose may be pressurized.
･ If your skin and/or eye are injured by high-pressure oil, wash it
with fresh water and immediately see a physician.
2.6.10 BEWARE OF ROTATING COOLING FAN 2
･ Keep hand off the rotating fan.
2.6.11 CAUTIONS FOR USING COMPRESSED AIR FOR CLEANING 2
･ The dust particles may cause a serious bodily injury if

compressed air is used for cleaning.
･ Always wear protective gears such as goggles, dust mask, and
gloves.
2.6.12 CAUTIONS WHEN REPLACING THE SEAT 2
Seat is equipped with important safety functions:

･ Seat belt and support to operator's body
･ Travel and lift interlock function switches
･ Storage case for instruction manual
Always use genuine Komatsu Lift truck seat for replacement.
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2.6.13 REMOVING THE BATTERY PLUG 2
･ When repairing the electrical system, disconnect the battery

plug to stop power supply.
･ Do not start repairing electrical system by merely depressing
emergency stop button.
2.6.14 CAUTION WHEN HANDLING BATTERY 2
Handling error of batteries may cause explosions, fires and other

critical injuries. Handle batteries after fully understanding how to
handle and their hazards.
･ Batteries generate flammable hydrogen gas and may explode in
contact with fire. Always keep the battery hood open while
charging batteries.
･ Do not smoke or allow any flame near the battery.
･ Sparks may ignite the gas. Do not place tools, parts or other
metal objects on the battery.
･ To clean the battery surface, use wet piece of cloth. Dry cloth
may generate static and cause explosion.
･ Depending on the weather, environmental, clothing material and
other conditions, human bodies may deposit and spark
statistics. Therefore, before touching truck being charged or
after charging, discharge statistic deposit in the human bodies
by grounding.
･ Batteries for battery-driven trucks store large energy in high-
tension. Beware of the risk of electric shock and burns. Be
careful to keep human bodies from touching energized portion
during maintenance, inspection and/or installation or removal.
･ Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid, and can quickly burn

the skin and eat holes in clothing. Always wear protective
glasses, rubber gloves and rubber sole shoes for maintenance
inspection.
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･ If battery electrolyte gets into your eyes, flush them immediately

with fresh tap water for 10 to 15 minutes continually and consult
a doctor.
･ If you spill battery electrolyte on yourself, immediately take off
clothes and flush the contact portion of the skin with a large
quantity of tap water and consult a doctor.
･ If one swallows battery electrolyte by mistake, drink a large
amount of water or milk mixed with white of raw eggs or salad oil
and consult a doctor at once.
･ If battery electrolyte is spilt or leaked in the surrounding area,
neutralize the area with neutralizing agents (baking soda,
calcium hydroxide or sodium carbonate, etc.) and wash it down
with large amount of water. Or floor surfaces and cargoes will be
damaged.
･ Do not drain battery electrolyte or disassemble or repair
batteries, which is dangerous.
･ If the following abnormalities are detected, please call your
Komatsu Forklift distributor/dealer for service:
If battery plug and charging plug mating become loosened or
play is generated (Plug becomes abnormally heated).
If battery electrolyte temperature is high or electrolyte level
drops sharply.
If charging requires too long time (Charging is not completed
although the battery was not used till late hours on the
preceding day).
2.6.15 CAUTION ON HOW TO INSTALL BATTERIES 2
Disconnected batteries from tipped or fallen truck may cause

critical physical injuries. Securely set and install the battery
anchoring devices as follows:
･ Rotate the battery lock sideways to prevent batteries from
shifting laterally.
･ Fix the side cover securely with 2 bolts.
･ Side cover is designed to stop the battery lock from turning.
･ When the battery hood is closed, check that the lock lever of
battery hood is securely locked.
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2.6.16 CAUTION WHEN HANDLING TIRES 2
The lift truck tires are very highly pressurized with the air. Do not
mishandle, or the tires may burst, be damaged or the rim may
break into pieces causing a serious injury. For your safety, follow
the instructions shown below.
･ Do not disassemble/assemble tire, tube or rim, nor inflate
removed tires with the air.
･ For safety, when filling a tire with air or replacing it, place your
body in front of the tread face of the tire (see the figure at right).
Do not work from the side of the tire.
･ When removing the tire with divided rim from the lift truck,
always loosen the hub nuts (1) after depressurizing the tire.
Do not loosen the rim bolt (irregular shape) (2) of the divided rim.
For the tire replacement, see "4.4.2 REPLACING TIRES (PAGE
4-22)".
･ Always use the specified tire of Komatsu Forklift, and observe

the specified tire inflation pressure.
･ For the right tire inflation pressure, see "4.18 SERVICE DATA
(PAGE 4-61)".
･ When filling up the tires, make sure no one is around and use a
clip-on air chuck that can be fixed to the air valve.
･ Fill up the tire while checking with an air gauge to avoid over
inflation.
･ The rim will not " fit " the tire if either the tire or rim is defective,
or if it is not properly assembled. To fit, the rim must contact with
the tire evenly around the circumference. Contact your Komatsu
Forklift distributor/dealer as needed.
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2.6.17 CAUTION IN WASTE DISPOSAL 2
Take full cautions for waste disposal to prevent environment

pollution.
･ Always drain waste fluid such as oil, fuel, coolant and battery
electrolyte into containers like cans and tanks. Do not pour on
the ground or into rivers, drains, seas or lakes.
･ Comply strictly with applicable laws and regulations when
disposing of harmful objects such as oil, fuel, coolant, solvent,
filters, batteries and refrigerant (CFCs).
2.6.18 CAUTION AFTER INSPECTION AND REPAIR 2
･ Wipe off the spilt oil and grease immediately. If the lift truck is
dirty, it becomes difficult or impossible to find cracks or other
problems.
･ Test the lift truck upon completion of the repair to check if there
is no abnormality.
2.6.19 PERIODIC INSPECTION OF SAFETY CRITICAL PARTS 2
･ To ensure the safety and long service life of the lift truck, be sure
to perform lubrication, inspection and maintenance regularly.
Especially the safety critical parts, must be replaced regularly.
･ Quality of these parts may change over time or deteriorate, wear
or fatigue as they are repeatedly used, causing serious bodily
injuries and damages. Furthermore, the remaining service life of
such parts is usually hard to determine for operators or during
visual inspection.
･ Replace the safety critical parts with a new one periodically
even if no anomaly is found.
･ Replace the safety critical parts immediately when any
abnormality is found, even if the replacement interval is not up
yet.
･ For details of safety critical parts, see "4.17 PERIODIC
REPLACEMENT OF SAFETY CRITICAL PARTS (PAGE 4-
60)".
REMARK
･ This Operation and Maintenance Manual does not describe the
details on how to inspect or replace the safety critical parts.
･ Inspection and replacement of the safety critical parts, and
refilling of greases must be done by Komatsu Forklift distributor/
dealer.
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2.7 HOISTING AND TRANSPORTING THE LIFT TRUCK SAFETY
2.7 HOISTING AND TRANSPORTING THE LIFT TRUCK 2
2.7.1 CAUTION WHEN HOISTING THE LIFT TRUCK 2
･ Never lift up by the overhead guard.

･ Before lifting-up, check that the mast is tightened with torque as
specified.
･ To hoist the lift truck, hook on the holes on the top of the outer
mast for the front. For the rear, use the counterbalanceweight
and rear axle.
･ Do not go under the lifted truck.
･ Use undamaged sling and wire having sufficient strength. For
the hoisting of lift truck, see "4.14 HOISTING LIFT TRUCK
(PAGE 4-53)".
2.7.2 PRECAUTIONS FOR LOADING AND UNLOADING THE LIFT TRUCK 2
Loading and unloading a lift truck to and from a trailer always

involve a hazard of the truck tipping over or falling off by handling
error. Follow the instructions below:
･ Stop the trailer on level, flat road. Always apply parking brake.
Apply blocks to the tires. Ramp
･ Use ramps or dock plate of appropriate length, width and
strength. Secure it tightly to prevent it from being dislocated or
disengaged.
･ Take a right posture on the seat while operating. Blocks
･ If you operate the lift truck in such a posture that your weight is
not properly applied to the seat, like standing up or leaning
forward or sideways, Travel Interlock activates to cut off the
transmission of engine power. Then the truck may slither down
even if the accelerator pedal is stepped on or an uphill.
Operate the truck assisted by a signal person if necessary so
that you don't have to stand up or lean forward or sideways to
watch. For more details on the function of travel interlocking, see
"3.3.5 TRAVEL INTERLOCK FUNCTION (PAGE 3-34)".
･ When using the ramps, set them in gentle gradient, align the
center of both the trailer and the lift truck and lock securely to
prevent misalignment.
･ Do not change the course of the truck while on the ramps. If
course change is needed, move off the ramps once and make
another uphill travel on them in right direction. For details of
safety critical parts, see "4.15 LOADING AND UNLOADING OF
LIFT TRUCK (PAGE 4-54)".
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SAFETY 2.8 STRUCTURE AND STABILITY OF THE LIFT TRUCK (TO PREVENT LIFT TRUCK FROM TIPPING)
2.8 STRUCTURE AND STABILITY OF THE LIFT TRUCK (TO PREVENT

LIFT TRUCK FROM TIPPING) 2
To operate the lift truck safely, it is important to understand the structure and stability of the lift truck.
2.8.1 LONGITUDINAL STABILITY 2
･ The front wheels of the lift truck act as a fulcrum, and the load
weight and the weight on the rear wheels are kept in balance to
prevent the lift truck from falling forward.
･ When an overbalanced load weight is applied, the rear wheels Load
will be raised off the ground. It is very dangerous and poses a

high risk of serious accident like tipping over.
Weight on
Load weight Fulcrum the rear wheels
2.8.2 CENTER OF GRAVITY OF A LOAD 2
･ The shapes of loads carried by lift trucks vary from boxes to planks and long objects.
･ To judge the stability of the lift truck, it is important to determine the position of the center of gravity for loads of
various shapes.
Center of gravity Center of gravity
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2.8 STRUCTURE AND STABILITY OF THE LIFT TRUCK (TO PREVENT LIFT TRUCK FROM TIPPING) SAFETY
2.8.3 COMBINED CENTER OF GRAVITY AND STABILITY ON THE LOADED TRUCK 2
COMBINED CENTER OF GRAVITY

･ The center of gravity of the load lift truck shifts to a combined Combined center of gravity at
high lifting height Center of gravity
center of gravity of both the lift truck and the load. When the load of load
is raised, its center of gravity will rise, hence the combined
Combined center of
center of gravity will also rise. gravity at low lifting
height
Center of gravity of
lift truck
COMBINED CENTER OF GRAVITY AND STABILITY

The higher the position of the center of gravity, the worse the
longitudinal and lateral stabilities become. In addition, swaying or
shock encountered during traveling or load handling will have a
larger impact on the stability of the lift truck.
Stability of the lift truck also changes depending on the following
factors.
･ Size, weight, shape of load (position of center of gravity etc.)
･ Lifting height
･ Tilting angle of mast
･ Inflation pressure of tires
･ Acceleration, deceleration and turning speed when traveling
and load handling
･ Road condition and gradient
･ Type of attachments
Do not travel with the forks (load) raised. Do not make sharp turns
or apply sudden brakes. Do not raise or tilt the forks abruptly. There
are dangerous and poses a high risk of serious accident like
tipping over.
2.8.4 ACTUAL CAPACITY 2
･ The horizontal distance from the position of the center of gravity

of a load on the forks to the upright load backrest of the fork is
called a load center. Actual capacity means the maximum
weight of a load that can be loaded at a certain load center.
･ The load table is given in the name plate accessible from the
operator's seat. The table shows the relationship between the
actual capacity and load center.
･ When the load center shifts toward the fork tips, the load weight
(mass) has to be decreased in the actual operation to maintain
the balance. Load center: Small Load center : Large
Load : Large Load : Small
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2.8.5 SERIAL NO. AND LOAD TABLE 2
EXPLANATION OF LOAD TABLE

･ In the load table of the serial No. plate, actual capacity and
maximum load (2) are shown in relation to load center (1).
･ Actual capacity and maximum load are determined according to
each model on the condition of the specifications shown in area
(3).
･ Before loading, make sure that the load center and the load are
well within the range of capacity.
･ When the load is in a complex shape, pull the load so that the
heaviest portion of the load comes to closer to the load backrest
and the lateral center comes to the of two forks center.
･ Should a load be loaded beyond the range of capacity, it would
pose a big danger to the lift truck as the rear wheels (for
steering) may lift off the ground, letting the operator lose control
of steering, or the lift truck may tip over. Always keep the load
within the range of capacity.
･ Work within the specification ranges given in the serial No. plate
attached to the lift truck. Replace the broken or unreadable
serial No. plate. Call your Komatsu Forklift distributor/dealer for
a new serial No. plate.
EXAMPLE OF LOAD CENTER AND ACTUAL CAPACITY

･ The areas (1) and (2) in the example provide the following
information:
When the load center is 500 mm
- - - Maximum capacity : 1,900 kg (*1)
When the load center is 600 mm - - - - -Capacity : 1,720 kg
When the load center is 1,000 mm - - - Capacity : 1,260 kg
*1: Even when the load center is smaller than 500 mm, the
maximum capacity is 1,900 kg.
･ The area (3) shows the main specifications of the model.

Max. lifting height :3m
Attachment : Side Shifter
Front wheel tread : 955 mm
Mast rear tilting angle : 10 degrees
Front wheel size, inflation pressure : 200/50 - 10, no inflation (*2)
Rear wheel size, inflation pressure : 16 x 6 - 8, no inflation
*2: Pneumatic cushion tire in this example, does not require air inflation.
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2.8 STRUCTURE AND STABILITY OF THE LIFT TRUCK (TO PREVENT LIFT TRUCK FROM TIPPING) SAFETY
･ The following symbols indicate the types of attachment if any.
Symbol Symbol
Attachment Attachment
Type Capacity Type Capacity
Side shifter F S * * * * Pusher P A * * * *
Fork positioner F M * * * * Clamp C * * * * *
Load stabilizer F T * * * * Roll clamp R S * * * *
Hinged fork H F * * * * Rotating fork R F * * * *
Push pull P P * * * * Ram L * * * * *
* marks in the chart will be replaced with alphabets and numbers which stand for types and capacities of the
attachment.
Numbers are not necessarily in 6 digits.
LOAD CAPACITY WHEN EQUIPPED WITH ATTACHMENT AND / OR HIGH MAST

･ Please note that the lift truck equipped with attachments and/or
high mast has fewer maximum capacity and actual capacity
than the standard truck.
･ Follow the load limit as indicated in the load table of the serial
No. plate.
LOAD TABLE AND LOAD CAPACITY FOR DETACHABLE AND INSERT-TYPE ATTACHMENTS
･ For some detachable attachments, additional load table is
provided at a certain place of the lift truck. In this case, follow the
instructions in the table when installing such an attachment.
･ For insert-type bucket and fork extension sleeve, calculate the
capacity as follows: Subtract the insert-type bucket or fork
extension sleeve from the capacity on the chart.
･ To check if weight of the insert-type bucket or fork extension
sleeve must be considered, refer to the label attached on the
right side of the operator's seat.
OTHER INFORMATION ON THE SERIAL NO. PLATE

･ The area (4) shows other basic information of the lift truck.
Model
Serial number
Date of manufacture
Unladen mass
Unladen mass without battery
Battery mass max/min
Battery voltage
･ [ - ] means that no information is required.
･ Logo and the company name are shown on the top and bottom
of the serial No. plate.
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2.8.6 INTRODUCTION OF OPTIONAL SAFETY DEVICE 2
Various safety devices are available as options. The devices listed

below are only examples. Contact your Komatsu Forklift
distributor/dealer for more information.
Note that the devices and equipment may not be effective
depending on the usage and working conditions. Follow the
instruction of the safety control personnel for installation.
･ Working lamp : Top and rear
･ Warning for traveling (forward/reverse) or approach
: Chime, revolving warning lamp
and flash light
･ Handling of high/wide item : High or wide load backrest and
finger board (fork carriage)
･ Load indicator/warning : Load sensor
･ Better visibility : Rear view mirror
･ Fire extinguisher
etc.
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OPERATION 3
33
WARNING
When operating the lift truck, always strictly follow these precautions. Failing
to heed this warning may result in serious injuries.
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3.1 GENERAL VIEW OPERATION
3. OPERATION 3
3.1 GENERAL VIEW 3
3.1.1 GENERAL VIEW OF LIFT TRUCK 3
(1) Fork (10) Overhead guard

(2) Fork carriage (11) Rear combination lamps (turn signal lamp, back-
(3) Tilt cylinder up lamp, brake lamp, and tail lamp)
(4) Load backrest (12) Head lamp
(5) Lift chain (13) Assist grip
(6) Mast (14) Operator’s seat
(7) Lift cylinder (15) Battery hood
(8) Rear view mirror (16) Counterbalanceweight
(9) Turn signal lamp and clearance lamp (parking (17) Rear wheel
lamp) (18) Front wheel
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OPERATION 3.1 GENERAL VIEW
3.1.2 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3
･ OPERATOR’S COMPARTMENT
(1) Parking brake lever (8) Lift control lever

(2) Steering wheel knob (9) Tilt control lever
(3) Combination switch (10) Emergency stop button
(lighting switch and turn signal switch) (11) Forward/reverse switch
(4) Steering wheel (12) Accelerator pedal
(5) Horn switch (13) Brake pedal
(6) Starting switch (14) Tiltable steering wheel lock lever
(7) Meter panel
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3.2 EXPLANATION OF COMPONENTS OPERATION
3.2 EXPLANATION OF COMPONENTS 3
The followings explain the necessary devices employed to operate

the lift truck.
To carry out speedy operations correctly and safely, it is important

to fully understand the method of operating the equipment and the
meanings of the displays.
3.2.1 HOW TO READ METER PANEL 3
OVERALL VIEW OF METER PANEL
(1) Battery level warning lamp (13) Time indicator

(2) Parking brake indicator lamp (14) Travel power indicator
(3) Neutral safety/Travel interlock warning lamp (15) Date and time/Hour meter select switch
(4) Abnormality warning lamp (shift switch)
(5) Abnormal travel system warning lamp (16) Travel speed control select switch
(6) Abnormal lift system/Lift interlock warning lamp (down switch)
(7) Battery capacity meter (17) Power select switch (up switch)
(8) Travel speed control indicator (18) MODE/SET select switch
(9) Fork level indicator
(10) Speedometer
(11) Date and time/Hour meter/Error code
(12) Forward/reverse indicator
･ When battery plug is connected, all the indicators on the meter panel
light up for about 1 second, which does not mean a failure.
･ Naming in the (parentheses) of switches (15), (16) and (17) (shift
switch, down switch and up switch respectively) is used for indicating
various adjustments and setting along with the MODE/SET select
switch (18).
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OPERATION 3.2 EXPLANATION OF COMPONENTS
BATTERY LEVEL WARNING LAMP (1)
CAUTION
Using batteries with reduced electrolyte may cause a fire or explosion and
sharply reduces the battery service life. If battery level warning lamp lights
up, promptly refill electrolyte.
This warning lamp (1) lights up when the level of electrolyte drops
below the normal range. The warning lamp flashes for the initial 10
seconds and will light up continually.
REMARK
If a battery having no battery level sensor is installed, or if the
wiring from the sensor is not connected, this warning lamp remains
lit.
PARKING BRAKE INDICATOR LAMP (2)

This indicator lamp (2) lights up when the parking brake is applied
(parking lever is pulled to the rear direction of the truck) with the
starting switch set to [ | ] (ON) position.
NOTICE
If the truck travels with the parking brake applied, buzzer will sound to warn
the operator. Immediately release the parking brake or stop the truck.
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NEUTRAL SAFETY/TRAVEL INTERLOCK WARNING LAMP (3)

This warning lamp (3) lights up when the following illegal operating
procedures are taken.
･ When forward/reverse switch is set to F (Forward) or R
(Reverse) position before the starting switch is set to [ | ] (ON)
position
･ When accelerator pedal is stepped on before the starting switch
is set to [ | ] (ON) position
Under the above-mentioned condition, truck is disabled to travel
even if accelerator pedal is stepped on.
The warning lamp turns out and the truck returns to the traveling
condition when the forward/reverse switch is returned to N
(Neutral) and the accelerator pedal is released.
Travel interlock warning lamp (3) starts flashing about 3 seconds

after the truck detects that the operator is not seated or seated
wrong way.
While travel interlock warning lamp is flashing, the truck is disabled
to travel even if the accelerator pedal is stepped on. When
operator seats himself correctly, the warning lamp turns out and
the truck returns to operable condition. For more details on travel
interlocking, see "3.3.5 TRAVEL INTERLOCK FUNCTION (PAGE
3-34)".
ABNORMALITY WARNING LAMP (4)

This warning lamp (with wrench mark) (4) lights up if any abnormal
condition occurs to the truck, requiring checking and maintenance
service. If abnormality occurs, the lamp flashes for initial 10
seconds, simultaneously sounding warning buzzer.
REMARK
When any abnormality occurs, an error code or alarm code will be
displayed on the display (11) of "Date and Time/Hour Meter". If
error code "Err ****" appears, the truck may require repair service.
Stop the work and contact your Komatsu Forklift distributor/dealer
for service.
For details of alarm code, see "4.11 PROCEDURES FOR ALARM
CODE OR ERROR CODE INDICATION (PAGE 4-50)".
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ABNORMAL TRAVEL SYSTEM WARNING LAMP (5)

This warning lamp (with tire mark) (5) lights up if any abnormal
condition occurs to the travel system of a truck, requiring checking
and maintenance service. If abnormality occurs, the lamp flashes
for initial 10 seconds, simultaneously sounding warning buzzer.
REMARK
When any abnormality occurs, a wrench mark will appear on
Maintenance lamp (4) and an error code or alarm code will be
displayed on the display of "Date and Time/Hour Meter" (11). If
for service.
ABNORMAL LIFT SYSTEM/LIFT INTERLOCK WARNING LAMP (6)

This warning lamp (with fork mark) (6) lights up if any abnormal
condition occurs to the lift system of a truck, requiring checking and
maintenance service. If abnormality occurs, the lamp flashes for
initial 10 seconds, simultaneously sounding warning buzzer.
REMARK
When any abnormality occurs, a wrench mark will appear on
Maintenance lamp (4) and an error code or alarm code will be
displayed on the display of "Date and Time/Hour Meter" (11). If
for service.
Lift interlock warning lamp (6) with fork starts flashing mark about
1 seconds after the truck detects that the operator is not seated or
seated wrong way. While the warning lamp flashes, work
equipment will not operate even if the work lever is operated.
When operator seats himself correctly, the warning lamp turns out
and the truck returns to operable condition. For more details, see
"3.3.7 LIFT INTERLOCK FUNCTION (PAGE 3-38)".
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BATTERY CAPACITY METER (7)

Indicates electric power stored in the battery in 10 levels. As the
battery discharges power, the indication turns out sequentially
from F side.
When fully charged, the meter indicates all 10 levels.
WARNING ON BATTERY OVER DISCHARGE

1. When the remaining capacity of battery reaches 30% or less,
the meter indicates the need for recharging as follows:
･ Portion (A) from the 4th level on to F side turns out.
･ The 3rd level (B) from E side lights up, while the portion (C)
for the 1st and 2nd levels flashes alternately.
2. When the battery capacity falls below 20%, the meter

indicates the arrival of recharging time as follows:
･ The 3rd level (B) from E side turns out, while the portion (C)
for the 1st and 2nd levels flashes alternately.
･ Warning buzzer (Peep, peep, peep) is sounded for 5
seconds to warn over discharge. Warning sound is repeated
every 2 minutes.
NOTICE
Continuing work after over discharge (battery capacity below 20%) reduces
the service life of battery sharply. Stop the work immediately and recharge
battery.
REMARK
･ Over discharge indication and warning sound will continue until
the battery capacity is recovered to 20% and above after
recharging.
･ For the protection of battery, "Lift interrupt function" can be
optionally installed to disable lift work when the battery capacity
drops below 20%. Contact your Komatsu distributor/dealer for
consultation.
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TRAVEL SPEED CONTROL INDICATOR (8)

This indicator (8) is displayed when travel speed control function is
working. Travel speed control function controls travel speed to low
for safety.
Pressing travel speed control select switch (16) displays travel

speed control indicator (with tortoise mark) (8) and the truck can
travel only at a set travel speed or lower. Pressing this switch again
releases this function and indication.
Controlled travel speed can be set according to the operating
condition. For how to set this method, see "SETTING OF TRAVEL
SPEED CONTROL FUNCTION ON-OFF AND TRAVEL SPEED
CONTROL VALUE (PAGE 3-13)".
FORK LEVEL INDICATOR (OPTIONAL) (9)

This indicator (9) flashes when fork level button is pressed and
AUTO mode is selected. When the fork stops automatically at level
position, the fork level indicator (9) is displayed.
For the fork level indicator, see "3.4 AUTOMATIC FORK LEVEL
STOP FUNCTION (OPTIONAL) (PAGE 3-39)".
SPEEDOMETER (10)
This meter digitally indicates travel speed in units of 1 km/h.
NOTICE
If other tires than standard or optional tires are used, speedometer may
indicate error.
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DATE AND TIME/HOUR METER/ERROR CODE (11)

･ Normally indicates date and time.
For how to set date and time and select display mode, see
" S E L E C T I O N O F D AT E A N D T I M E / H O U R M E T E R
INDICATION (PAGE 3-12)".
･ Pressing Date and Time/Hour Meter select switch (15) displays
hour meter.
For how to set date and time, see "SETTING OF DATE AND
TIME (PAGE 3-13)".
･ On adjustment mode for performance and function, respective
adjustment values are displayed. see "3.2.2 HOW TO
OPERATE METER PANEL (PAGE 3-12)".
･ Error code or alarm code will appear if any abnormality occurs.
REMARK
If failure occurs to a truck, error code or alarm code is displayed on
date and time/hour meter display (11). If error code "Err ****"
appears, the truck may require repair service. Stop the work and
contact your Komatsu Forklift distributor/dealer for service.
FORWARD/REVERSE INDICATOR (12)

This indicator (12) indicates forward [I] and reverse [O] according
the forward/reverse travel switch. No indication will be provided
when the forward/reverse switch is set to N (Neutral).
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TIME INDICATOR (13)

This indicator (13) indicates a clock mark when starting switch is
set to [ | ] (ON). Hour meter is being added up under this condition.
TRAVEL POWER INDICATOR (14)

This indicator (14) indicates acceleration power at takeoff in 3
levels.
･ L : Low power
･ M: Middle power
･ H : High power
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3.2.2 HOW TO OPERATE METER PANEL 3
Operating meter panel switches (15), (16), (17) and (18) enables to
set and adjust travel speed control, travel power and lift speed, and
select and adjust date and time/hour meter indication.
NOTICE
Always operate panel switches by touching them lightly with fingertip.
When the following operation is made during setup, if disables to update
the setting. Start from the beginning, if so.
･ When starting switch is set to [Q] (OFF) or driving operation is made
･ When switch is not operated continually for 30 seconds or more.
SELECTION OF DATE AND TIME/HOUR METER INDICATION

Each pressing of date and time/hour meter select switch (shift
switch) (15) changes the [Date and Time] and [Hour Meter]
indication alternately.
REMARK
･ Hour meter indicates maximum 99999.9 hours in units of 0.1
hour (6 min.).
･ Selection is disabled during operation.
･ Time is indicated in 24-hour system.
･ Operating time in travel and lifting can be optionally
managed.For installation of this option, please contact your
Komatsu Forklift distributor/dealer.
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SETTING OF DATE AND TIME

1. Press MODE/SET select switch (18) for 2 seconds or longer.
(Travel speed control mode sets in)
2. Pressing MODE/SET select switch (18) again changes the
mode to Date and Time adjustment. Second half of Christian
Year, date and time are indicated with the year flashing.
3. Press either power select switch (up switch) (17) or travel
speed control select switch (down switch) (16) to change the
year.
4. When the year is fixed, press date and time/hour meter select
switch (shift switch) (15). The month flashes and be ready for
selecting right month. Operate switches (16) and (17) to
change monthly indication same way as for the year.
5. This way, press switches (15), (16) and (17) to set the
Christian year o month o day o hour o minute indication in
this order.
SETTING OF TRAVEL SPEED CONTROL FUNCTION ON-OFF AND TRAVEL SPEED CONTROL VALUE
SETTING TRAVEL SPEED CONTROL FUNCTION ON-OFF
Each pressing of travel speed control select switch (down switch)
(16) selects ON (effect) and OFF (release) of travel speed control
function alternately.
When the switch is turned ON, travel speed control indicator (8)
(with tortoise mark) appears. Simultaneously set controlled travel
speed flashes for 2 seconds.
REMARK
Controlled travel speed is initially set to 15 km/h.
SETTING OF TRAVEL SPEED CONTROL VALUE

(Travel speed control mode sets in and travel speed control
value flashes.)
2. Press either power select switch (up switch) (17) or travel
speed control select switch (down switch) (16) to change the
control value for travel speed. Travel speed can be selected
for 5 km/h or above and can be set in units of 1 km/h.
3. Determine the travel speed value and press MODE/SET
select switch (18) lastly. Travel speed control indicator stops
flashing and the control value is now set up.
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SETTING OF TRAVEL POWER

Travel and lift performance of the truck can be set to 3 levels of L,
M and H.
1. Each pressing of power select switch (up switch) (17) changes
over the power mode selection as follows: (Flashing condition)
･ L o M o H o Indicator turning out o L - - -
2. Pressing MODE/SET select switch (18) on either one of the
levels, L, M or H, completes setting and the indicator stops
flashing.
Power mode Content

Enables smooth travel at low speed
L Low power
with good energy-saving. L M H turning out
Provides travel performance
M Middle power
adequate for normal operation.
Increases speed and provides
powerful travel and lift
H High power performance.
Battery power consumption
increases.
LIFTING SPEED ADJUSTMENT

Function to adjust lifting speed according to the speed or
carefulness required. Speed is adjustable optionally for 1 - 100%.
100% is maximum speed.
(Travel speed control mode sets in)
2. Press shift switch (15) several time until the travel power
indicator disappears. This state is the mode for setting lift
speed. The following appears to the date and time indicator
with the numerical portion flashing:
･ Example of display: LIFT-SPd-95
3. Press either up-switch (17) or down-switch (16) to set to a
desired value (%).
4. When changed to desired lift speed, press MODE/SET select
switch (18) to check the setting.
REMARK
･ Considering lift speed and operating time, adequate range of
adjustment shall be 60 - 90%. Low speed setting may disable
lifting. Excessively low or high setting reduces operating time.
･ Battery-powered lift truck produces different lifting speed when
loaded or non-loaded. This difference cannot be eliminated
since this is the lifting speed adjust function.
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3.2.3 OPERATING DEVICES 3
STARTING SWITCH
This switch prepares the truck for operation.
(1) [Q] position: enables to insert and pull out the starting switch
key.
(2) [ | ] position: indicates ON position and the truck is ready for
operation.
HORN SWITCH
Press the switch in the middle of the steering wheel to sound the
horn.
FORWARD/REVERSE SWITCH
This switch acts to change a travel direction of the lift truck
(forward/reverse).
F N R
q
(Forward) (Neutral) (Reverse)
NOTICE
The engine cannot be started if the forward/reverse lever is not at the [q]
(Neutral) position.
REMARK
･ Plugging operation enables smooth braking for stopping or
reverse travel. For more details on plugging, see "3.3.4.3
PLUGGING (ELECTRIC BRAKE) (PAGE 3-32)".
･ To stop the truck, set the forward-reverse switch to [q] N
(Neutral) position.
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COMBINATION SWITCH
(LIGHTING SWITCH/TURN SIGNAL SWITCH)
This lever incorporates the lighting switch and the turn signal
switch.
LIGHTING SWITCH
When turning the switch to the arrow marks, the lamps light up and
go off as follows.
Meter lamp, clearance lamp,

No. Head lamp
and tail lamp
1 OFF OFF
2 OFF ON
3 ON ON
TURN SIGNAL SWITCH
Right turn (R) : Push the lever forward

Left turn (L) : Pull the lever backward
This lever will automatically return to the neutral position when the
steering wheel is turned back.
PARKING BRAKE LEVER

This lever is used to operate the parking brake.
･ Pulling back the parking lever fully (lock position) will set the
parking brake. Free
･ To release the parking brake, press and hold the button on top
of the lever, and return the lever to the free position. Lock
Button
REMARK
A reminder buzzer sounds when the parking brake is not applied.
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ACCELERATOR PEDAL
This pedal adjusts the travel speed.
･ The travel speed changes in response to the amount of
depressed pedal.
･ During plugging operation, braking force of electric brake also
ch anges. For more d eta ils on p lu gging, see "3.3.4.3
PLUGGING (ELECTRIC BRAKE) (PAGE 3-32)".
Amount of Electric brake braking

Travel speed
depressed pedal force
Greater Faster Greater
Smaller Slower Smaller
NOTICE
Step off the accelerator pedal when setting starting switch to [ | ] (ON)
position.
BRAKE PEDAL
This pedal is used to stop or decelerate traveling of the lift truck.
REMARK
With the accelerator pedal depressed lightly, electric brake is
activated. Deeper depressing the pedal activates mechanical
brake (wheel brake) to produce strong braking force.
LIFT CONTROL LEVER

This is a lever to raise or lower the forks with.
Lower
Raise : Pull the lever backward.

Raise
Lower : Push the lever forward.
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TILT CONTROL LEVER

This lever tilts the mast back and forth. Tilt forward
Tilt forward : Push the lever forward.

Tilt backward : Pull the lever backward. Tilt backward
STEERING WHEEL AND STEERING WHEEL KNOB

The steering wheel changes the direction of the lift truck to the right
and left.
･ Hold the knob on the steering wheel with your left hand for
operation.
TILTABLE STEERING WHEEL LOCK LEVER

This lever adjusts the tilt angle (up/down) of the steering wheel.
･ Pulling this lever up adjusts the steering wheel tilt angle.
Pushing the lever down locks the steering wheel.
Free
Lock
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EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON

Press this button (red) in emergency to cut off power supply to
starting switch and controller circuit.
HOW TO MAKE RECONNECTION

1. Turn the starting switch to [Q] (OFF) position, and set the
forward/reverse switch to N (Neutral) position.
2. Apply the parking brake. (Parking brake activated)
3. Turn the button clockwise. The button returns and power
supply is connected again.
REMARK
･ Pressing emergency stop button does not turn off head lamp,
brake lamp and other lamps.
･ Pressing this button during travel does not apply electric brake.
Stop the truck by depressing the brake pedal.
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3.2.4 HOW TO OPEN/CLOSE BATTERY HOOD 3
Follow the procedure below to open/close the battery hood for

charging, checking, replacing batteries and for inspection and
maintenance service of electrical equipment relations.
CAUTION
･ When closing the battery hood, do not hold or touch positions other than
specified. Otherwise, your hand may be caught by the hood. Check if
persons around are not touching the battery hood.
･ Battery hood is a device to securely fix the batteries. After the battery
hood is closed, check that the lever of battery hood is securely locked.
HOW TO OPEN THE BATTERY HOOD

1. Remove all the things placed on battery hood (1).
2. Stand to the left of the truck and lift lock lever (2) of battery
hood with left hand. The lock will be unlocked.
3. Holding the lock lever (2) with the left hand, hold support (3)
with right hand. Pull up the battery hood (1) to the upper rear
with both hands. Battery hood (1) will open.
4. Open the battery hood fully and lock the stopper (bright red) of
gas spring. After checking that battery hood (1) is locked, carry
on inspection and maintenance service.
HOW TO CLOSE THE BATTERY HOOD

1. Check that no tools or inspection equipment are placed on the
batteries or controller cover. Also check that the battery plugs
are correctly connected, and that battery cables are
accommodated to safe position without floating upward and
free from being caught by the hood.
2. Stand to the left of the truck and unlock the gas spring stopper
(bright red) by pushing it to the rear of the truck with the left
hand. Hold the seat support (3) with the right hand and close
battery hood (1).
3. When the battery hood (2) starts closing, do not touch the truck
body with the left hand.
4. After the battery hood (1) closes, check the locking of battery
hood. Press the vicinity of lock lever (2) on the top of battery
hood. When the lock lever catches with a click, the hood is
locked.
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OPERATION 3.3 OPERATION
3.3 OPERATION 3
3.3.1 START-UP INSPECTION 3
CAUTION
･ Do not operate the lift trucks before completing start-up inspection.
･ Report abnormality, if any, immediately to the administrator. Never
operate the lift truck in question until the repair is completed.
･ For your safe operation, always make the start-up inspection.

･ For details about the start-up inspection and daily maintenance,
see "4.2 START-UP INSPECTION (PAGE 4-2)".
3.3.2 MOUNTING/DISMOUNTING AND OPERATING POSTURE ADJUSTMENT 3
MOUNTING/DISMOUNTING
CAUTION
･ Mount or dismount the lift truck only after the lift truck comes to a
complete stop.
･ Never jump on or off the lift truck. It is extremely dangerous.
･ Do not hold on the control levers or steering wheel when mounting or
dismounting the lift truck.
･ Keep the handrails (assist grips) and step clean all the time, and repair
the damage, if any.
･ Do not use the handrails (assist grips) for any other purpose than
mounting or dismounting the lift truck.
･ Always mount and dismount the lift truck from the left side.
･ While mounting or dismounting the lift truck, always support
yourself securely with your hands and feet at more than 3
locations; put your left foot on the step (2), grab the assist grip
(1) with your left hand, and grab the load backrest or hip support
(3) of the seat with your right hand.
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3.3 OPERATION OPERATION
SEAT POSITION ADJUSTMENT
CAUTION
･ Adjust the seat position before getting on the lift truck, or at the time of
operator change. (Adjust only when the lift truck is at a complete
standstill.)
･ Adjust the seat position so that you can fully depress the brake pedal
while reclining yourself against the load backrest.
1. Park the lift truck. For details on parking, see "3.3.3.6

TEMPORARY STOPPING AND PARKING (PAGE 3-28)".
2. Take a seat and pull the lever (1) to the left. (The operator's
seat can slide back and forth in this condition.)
3. Bring the operator's seat to the optimum position and release
the lever (1).The seat is locked in this condition.
4. After adjusting the seat, check that it is firmly locked by pulling
it forwards/backwards.
BACKREST ANGLE ADJUSTMENT

1. Pull up the lever (2). The load backrest angle can be adjusted
in this condition.
2. Adjust the load backrest angle and release the lever (2). After
adjusting the load backrest, check that it is firmly locked by
pushing and pulling it.
SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT
Turn the seat cushioning adjustment dial (3) located on the front
right side of the operator's seat to select the scale to your weight
(4) for suspension adjustment.
Turn the dial to the (A) side for lighter weight and to the (B) side for
heavier weight.
Weight adjustable range: 50 to 120kg
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FASTENING AND UNFASTENING THE SEAT BELT
CAUTION
Always wear your seat belt during operations.
1. Pull the tongue (1) out of the belt holder located on the left side
of the operator's seat and push it into the buckle (2) on the right
until it clicks into place.The safety seat belt is locked in this
condition.
2. To unfasten, hold the belt with your left hand, and push down
the red button of the buckle (2) with your right hand.
3. The belt is tucked into the holder automatically.
While the belt is being tucked in, hold tongue (1) so that the
belt is tucked in slowly.
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL STORAGE

(RETRACTABLE POCKET BEHIND THE BACKREST)
CAUTION
･ Store the Operation and Maintenance Manual in the retractable pocket
behind the operator's seat for ready reference.
･ If this manual has been lost or has become dirty or worn and cannot be
read, request for a replacement from your Komatsu Forklift distributor/
dealer.
1. Push the unlock button (1) of the pocket behind the operator's
seat backrest.
2. Open the pocket (2) backward to take out or store the
Operation and Maintenance Manual.
An open-type magazine box is provided in the outer side of this

storage. You are free to use this box for storing necessary
documents, etc.
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ADJUSTING STEERING WHEEL POSITION
CAUTION
･ Always stop the lift truck completely before adjusting the position of the
steering wheel.
･ After adjusting, move the steering wheel backward and forward to check
that it is locked securely in position.
1. Park the lift truck. For details on parking, see "3.3.3.6

TEMPORARY STOPPING AND PARKING (PAGE 3-28)".
2. Pull up the tiltable steering wheel lock lever to the position (A).
3. Move the steering wheel back and forth to select the optimum
position.
4. Push down the tiltable steering wheel lock lever to the position
Free
(B) to lock the steering wheel.
5. After adjusting the steering wheel, check that it is firmly locked Lock
by pushing and pulling it.
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3.3.3 BASIC OPERATION 3
3.3.3.1 STARTING 3
CAUTION
･ Start the engine only after sitting down in the operator's seat.
･ Start the engine under the following conditions:
Forward/reverse switch: N (Neutral)
Accelerator pedal : Do not depress
Parking brake lever : Apply parking brake. (Parking brake activated)
Starting switch : [ | ] (ON) position
･ Start after checking the safety of surrounding areas.
･ Always use your seat belt during operations.
･ Do not turn the starting switch to the [Q] (OFF) position. Otherwise, the
handle operating effort becomes heavier, causing collision and/or
tipping over.
1. Set the forward-reverse switch to [q] (N / Neutral) position.
2. Pull the parking brake lever to the rear direction of the truck.
(Parking brake activated)
Free
Lock
3. Step off the accelerator pedal and set starting switch to [ | ]

(ON) position.
4. Raise the forks approx. 15 - 20 cm from the ground and tilt the
mast back.
15 - 20 cm
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5. Check the safety in the traveling direction and surrounding

areas, then set the forward/reverse switch to F (forward)
position or R (reverse) position.
6. Return the parking brake lever to the rear direction of the truck
to release brake. (Parking brake being released)
Slowly depress the accelerator pedal. The truck starts to
forward or reverse direction depending on the position of the
forward/reverse switch.
REMARK
･ Unless starting switch is set to [ | ] (ON) position under the
following conditions, truck will not travel even if accelerator
pedal is depressed.
Forward/reverse switch: N (Neutral)
Accelerator pedal : Do not depress
･ For more details on the function of neutral safety, see
"CHECKING OF NEUTRAL SAFETY FUNCTION (PAGE 4-16)".
･ Unless seated in right posture, engine will not start because of
activation of travel interlock function. For more details on travel
interlocking, see "3.3.5 TRAVEL INTERLOCK FUNCTION
(PAGE 3-34)".
･ If truck is traveling with parking brake on, protective function is
activated to suppress acceleration performance to prevent wear
or failure of brake. If abnormal acceleration performance is
detected, stop the truck and allow the brake and motor
temperature to cool down sufficiently.
3.3.3.2 TRAVELING 3
Increasing or decreasing the depressing effort of acceleration

pedal accelerates or decelerates the truck speed of travel. Put your
left foot on the floor while traveling.
NOTICE
Do not keep your foot on the brake pedal while traveling. Otherwise, wear or
failure may occur due to the overheating of brake and motor. If accustomed
to operating engine-driven torque converter truck or in the case of a truck
with 2-brake pedal device (optional), be careful not to depress the brake
habitually with the left foot.
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3.3.3.3 SHIFTING DIRECTION 3
1. Release the accelerator pedal and depress the brake pedal

until the truck comes to full stop.
2. Shift the forward/reverse switch from F (forward) to R (reverse)
travel position or vice versa.
3. Check the direction of travel for safety, release the foot from
the brake pedal, and slowly depress the accelerator pedal.
The truck starts in the selected direction of forward or reverse.
REMARK
For more details on forward/reverse selection by plugging
operation, see "3.3.4.3 PLUGGING (ELECTRIC BRAKE) (PAGE
3-32)".
3.3.3.4 TURNING 3
CAUTION
Do not hit people and objects with the edge of the counterbalanceweight
when turning.
･ To turn the truck, decelerate travel speed fully in advance.

･ To turn during forward travel, keep the truck body closer to the
inside of the corner, and to turn during reverse travel, to the
outside of the corner.
REMARK
Frequent steering operation with the truck in stationary position
accelerates wear of tires. Wear will be less if steered while running
at low speed.
3.3.3.5 STOPPING 3
CAUTION
･ Sudden braking may cause accidents due to collapse of cargo or
slipping.
･ Longer braking distance is required to stop when loaded, on a downhill,
wet or frozen surfaces. Apply brake earlier with spare time when
traveling on such road surfaces.
Fully decelerate travel speed to stop the truck at target position.

Depress the brake pedal gently to stop.
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3.3.3.6 TEMPORARY STOPPING AND PARKING 3
CAUTION
･ Do not park the lift truck on a slope. If parking on a slope is unavoidable,
apply chocks to the tires.
･ If the forks cannot be lowered due to a fault, attach a mark to the tip of the
fork to warn other trucks and pedestrians against collision. Also take
measures to allow no one to pass under the raised forks
TEMPORARY STOPPING PROCEDURES

1. When temporarily stopping the truck, choose a hard, flat
location that does not hamper other traffic.
2. After making stop, apply the parking brake. (Parking brake
activated)
Free
Lock
3. Set the forward/reverse switch to [q] (N / Neutral) position.
4. Tilt the mast forward and lower the forks to the ground.
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PARKING PROCEDURES
After completing the above mentioned [temporary stopping]
procedures 1 - 4,
5. Turn the starting switch to the [Q] (OFF) position.
6. Pull out the starting switch key and leave the lift truck.
REMARK
Warning buzzer will sound when the parking brake is released and
the key is set to [Q] (OFF) position. Apply the parking brake. The
warning buzzer will stop sounding.
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3.3.4 OPERATION ACCORDING TO THE CIRCUMSTANCE 3
3.3.4.1 TRAVELING ON SLOPES 3
CAUTION
･ Do not turn, or travel across or at an angle on slopes. The lift truck may
tip over.
･ Before starting to travel up a slope, stop the lift truck and adjust the
clearance between the ground surface and the bottom of the forks so
that the bottom of the forks or pallet do not contact the ground or the tip
of the fork does not stick into the ground when traveling.
･ Lifting the hip up during uphill travel activates travel interlock to cut off
drive power. This causes the truck to slither down even if accelerator
pedal is stepped on, leading to possible collision or overturning. Take a
right posture while operating. For more details on the function of travel
interlocking, see "3.3.5 TRAVEL INTERLOCK FUNCTION (PAGE 3-34)".
TRAVEL DIRECTION WHEN LOADED OR UNLOADED

･ To prevent cargo from collapsing and apply brake effectively,
When loaded
travel in the following direction when the truck is loaded or
unloaded:
When loaded : Travel forward up the slope and in reverse

down the slope with the load upgrade.
When unloaded : Travel in reverse up the slope and forward
down the slope with the load-engaging
means downgrade.
When unloaded
･ On a down slope, depress the brake pedal and travel slow.
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STARTING ON SLOPE
1. Check that the parking brake is ON. (Parking brake activated)
Free
Lock
2. When climbing uphill while depressing the accelerator pedal

(1) gradually release the parking brake by pressing the button
on top of the parking brake lever (2).
3. When the lift truck has started climbing the slope, return the
parking brake lever (2) completely toward the front of the truck.
(Parking brake being released)
4. Adjust travel speed by the depressing effort of accelerator
pedal (1).
NOTICE
When the truck continuously climbs uphill on a steep grade, or when the
brake pedal and accelerator pedal are simultaneously operated for
excessively long duration or in repetition, protective function is activated to
suppress acceleration performance to prevent the wear and/or failure of the
brake. If abnormal acceleration performance is detected, stop the truck and
allow the brake and motor temperature to cool down sufficiently.
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3.3.4.2 INCHING TRAVEL 3
･ Normally carry on inching travel by controlling the depressing

effort of accelerator pedal.
･ If obliged to do so because of operating site, loading and lift
method and other conditions, depress the brake and accelerator
pedals at the same time for inching travel.
NOTICE
When the brake pedal and accelerator pedal are simultaneously operated
for excessively long duration or in repetition, protective function is
activated to suppress acceleration performance to prevent the wear and/or
failure of the brake. If abnormal acceleration performance is detected, stop
the truck and allow the brake and motor temperature to cool down
sufficiently.
REMARK
･ Setting the travel power for the truck to [L] level enables smooth
take-off and inching travel with ease. For how to adjust it, see
"SETTING OF TRAVEL POWER (PAGE 3-14)".
･ When operating accelerator and brake pedals simultaneously,
minimize the depressing effort on the accelerator pedal as much
as possible to realize smooth inching travel.
･ Adjusting travel speed while releasing the brake pedal with the
accelerator pedal fully depressed often activates overheat
preventive function, making the operating time shorter.
3.3.4.3 PLUGGING (ELECTRIC BRAKE) 3
CAUTION
･ Plugging enables to travel truck in reverse direction by merely selecting
the forward/reverse lever without stopping the machine with brake pedal
operation. While making plugging operation, collision and other critical
accidents may occur if operator fails to check safety in the surrounding
areas or fails to fully understand the electric brake performance.
･ Carry on plugging operation safely by deciding whether to do it
according to the conditions of the operating site.
･ Loaded truck requires longer braking distance. Apply brake earlier with
spare time when traveling loaded.
Setting the forward/reverse switch to opposite to the direction of

travel applies electric brake to decelerate the truck. If accelerator
pedal remains depressed, the truck stops once and then travels in
reverse direction. Adjustment of plugging brake (electric brake)
force can be made by the depressing effort of the accelerator
pedal.
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3.3.4.4 CROSSING OVER STEPS AND DITCHES 3
CAUTION
･ Repeated crossing of steps and/or ditches causes strong vibration and
impact, leading to various physical troubles. When frequent crossing of
steps and ditches is required, improve the road surfaces in advance.
･ To prevent possible disaster due to collapsed cargo, avoid crossing the
steps and ditches when loaded.
･ Do not go across the steps and ditches without deceleration. Otherwise,
critical physical injuries and accidents may occur.
1. Fully decelerate ahead of a step, advance slowly until the front

tires reach the step and stop.
2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal and the truck climbs up the
step.
3. Upon climbing over the step, release the accelerator pedal
immediately and run carefully without over speeding.
NOTICE
･ Avoid crossing steps of 25 mm and above.
･ If the tires slip or the truck fails to climb over the step after depressing
the accelerator pedal for 3 seconds and over, stop climbing.
3.3.4.5 OPERATION ON SNOWY AND FROZEN ROADS 3
CAUTION
Be aware that even snow tires cannot prevent skidding completely. Operate
carefully.
･ Put on tire chains or snow tires when traveling on snowy or

frozen roads.
･ Avoid sudden braking, acceleration, or steering on snowy or
frozen roads. Operate the accelerator carefully or skidding may
result.
REMARK
Snow chains cannot be applied to the tires of this truck.
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3.3.5 TRAVEL INTERLOCK FUNCTION 3
This safety device disables the operation of lift truck if you are
seated in such a posture that your weight is not fully applied to the
seat, like standing up or leaning forward or sideways. If you take
such posture, the Travel Interlock activates in approx. three
seconds. The transmission of engine power is cut off and the truck
does not move any more even if you depress the accelerator pedal
or operate the forward/reverse lever.
While Travel Interlock is activated, the Travel interlock warning

lamp (the lamp doubles as the neutral safety warning lamp)
flashes.
RELEASING TRAVEL INTERLOCK FUNCTION

When you seat yourself properly and return the forward-reverse
lever to N (Neutral) position, the truck returns to traveling
condition. Restart traveling operation after checking the safety
in the surrounding areas.
Traveling Interlock does not brake the truck forcibly.
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3.3.6 BASIC LIFT OPERATION 3
3.3.6.1 HOW TO OPERATE CONTROL LEVERS 3
WARNING
･ Sit in the operator's seat properly and check that the surrounding area is
safe before operating the lever.
･ Operating the lift truck when you are not seated properly or operating it
from outside the operator's compartment can result in erroneous
operation, and may result in serious injuries.
･ Loading persons on the forks or pallet or allowing them under the raised
forks or cargo or inserting hand, foot and body between the mast and
load backrest may cause critical injuries and accident, which is
extremely dangerous.
LIFT CONTROL LEVER

Lower
Raise : Pull the lever backward.
Lower : Push the lever forward.
Raise
REMARK
A rising and lowering speed of the forks can be adjusted by tilting
lever.
TILT CONTROL LEVER

Tilt forward
Tilt forward : Push the lever forward.
Tilt backward : Pull the lever backward.
Tilt backward
REMARK
Forward and backward tilting speed of the forks can be adjusted by
tilting lever.
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3.3.6.2 FORK SPREAD ADJUSTMENT 3
Before carrying out load handling, always adjust the space

between the forks to fit the size of the pallets and loads.
CAUTION
Hands and fingers may be caught.
1. Move the lift truck in front of the load, and stop.

2. Position the mast vertically and raise the forks 10 cm above
the ground.
3. Tilt the mast forward. Free
4. Pull up the knob of the fork stopper and turn it 90 degrees to
the Free position. (In this condition, the forks can be moved to
Lock
the left or right.)
5. Adjust the fork spread corresponding to the load size so that
the load center of gravity coincides with the center of the lift
truck.
6. Set the mast vertical, turn the fork stopper 90 degrees and
lower the knob to the Lock position. (In this condition, the forks
are locked in position.)
7. After fork spread adjustment, check that the forks are secured
Free
with the fork stopper.
If forks are not secured, there is the danger that the forks freely
Lock
move sideways to let the load fall, while the lift truck is
traveling.
REMARK
There are two types of fork stopper knob; one for 90 degrees
rotation and other for 180 degrees.
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3.3.6.3 PROCEDURE FOR PICKING UP AND STACKING 3
PICKING UP
1. Insert the fork up to the bottom.
2. If the fork cannot be inserted up to the bottom at one go, drive
the lift truck forward until the fork is inserted into a pallet by
2/3 to 3/4 of the fork length and lift the load by 5 - 10 cm.
Then drive the lift truck backward by 10 - 20 cm, lower the load
once and then drive the lift truck once again until the fork is
inserted up to the bottom.
3. Raise the load 5 - 10 cm and reverse the lift truck to a position

where the load can be lowered.
5 - 10 cm
4. Lower the load to the height of 15 - 20 cm above the ground

and tilt the mast back.
15 - 20 cm
STACKING
1. Stand the mast vertically and lift forks 5 - 10 cm past the
stacking position. Advance the lift truck slowly.
2. Lower the load once to the desired place.
3. Pull the fork out of the pallet.
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3.3.7 LIFT INTERLOCK FUNCTION 3
This safety device disables lift operation of the lift truck if you are
seated in such a posture that your weight is not fully applied to the
seat, like standing up or leaning forward or sideways. If you take
such posture, the Lift Interlock activates in approx. one second.
Each operation of fork and mast is locked and the truck becomes
inoperable even if lift or tilt lever is operated.
While Lift Interlock is activated, the Lift interlock warning lamp (the
lamp doubles as error warning lamp of lift system) on the meter
panel flashes.
RELEASING LIFT INTERLOCK FUNCTION

When you seat yourself properly on the operator's seat, the lift
truck returns to condition ready for lift operation. Restart lift
operation after checking the safety in the surrounding areas.
3.3.8 CHECKING AFTER OPERATION 3
After all the above inspections have been finished and each part of
the lift truck is cleaned, carry out the following inspections.
1. Leakage of fuel, battery electrolyte.

2. Cracks or damage.
3. Check faults found during operation and report them to the
administrator.
4. Lubricate the units. (if necessary)
See "INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE" section for further

information and procedure for maintenance such as checking and
charging battery, maintenance of truck and greasing.
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OPERATION 3.4 AUTOMATIC FORK LEVEL STOP FUNCTION (OPTIONAL)
3.4 AUTOMATIC FORK LEVEL STOP FUNCTION (OPTIONAL) 3
Automatic fork level stop function stops the tilting operation of mast
automatically when the forks reach approximately level position.
CAUTION
･ Do not use the automatic fork level stop function in loaded condition as
the cargo may fall down.
･ While the automatic fork level stop function is operating, operate the tilt
lever by checking the fork and mast movements and the surrounding
conditions. Operating the tilt lever without watching it may cause the
forks to hit cargo and shelves.
･ Do not use this function inside the freezing chamber or cold storage as
operation error and fault may cause accidents.
OPERATING PROCEDURES
1. Press fork level button (2) with the tilt lever (1) at N (Neutral)
position.
･ Check that the fork level indicator (3) on the meter panel is
flashing and automatic level mode is set.
2. Operate the tilt lever (1) to the direction the forks become level
by keeping the fork level button depressed.
3. The mast operates in the direction operated by tilt lever (1) and
stops automatically when the forks reach level position.
･ Flashing fork level indicator (3) changes to continual
lighting.
4. Release fork level button (2) and return tilt lever (1) to N
(Neutral) position.
･ Automatic fork level mode is released and the fork level
indicator (3) turns out.
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3.4 AUTOMATIC FORK LEVEL STOP FUNCTION (OPTIONAL) OPERATION
REMARK
･ This function is released if tilt lever is returned to N (Neutral)
position during operation and the fork level button (2) is
released. When using automatic fork level stop function again,
repeat the procedure from the beginning.
･ Releasing fork level button (2) while operating the tilt lever in
automatic level mode, automatic level mode is released and in
succession the truck enters manual operation mode by tilt lever.
･ Automatic fork level stop function is disabled when loaded. If the
load is lightweight, this function may work, but do not use this
function.
･ While this automatic fork level stop function is in use, lift
operation using lift and attachment is disabled.
･ Automatic fork level stop function stops the forks approximately
in level position when the truck is parked on a level, flat road. On
a slope, the forks will be in tilted position.
･ In operating procedure 2, operating the tilt lever to other than
lever direction will not effect tilting. Also, automatic fork level
stop function will not work when the forks have already reached
level position. Under these conditions, alarm code will be
simultaneously indicated to the meter panel. (Flashing fork mark
and alarm code indication)
Return the tilt lever to N (Neutral) position to release the alarm
code indication. Then operate the tilt lever in opposite direction.
･ If you need to adjust the automatic stop position of the forks,
have your lift truck inspected by Komatsu Forklift distributor/
dealer.
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OPERATION 3.5 LIFT TRUCKS WITH COLD-STORAGE MODEL
3.5 LIFT TRUCKS WITH COLD-STORAGE MODEL 3
CAUTION
･ Always recharge batteries outside the cold storage and/or freezing
chamber using a stationary battery charger.
･ Do not install the stationary charger near the entrance to the freezing
chamber and/or cold storage. Area near to the entrance has sharp
temperature difference, which causes dewing that degrades mechanical
parts, leading to fire and/or leakage and failure of charger.
LIFT TRUCKS WITH COLD-STORAGE MODEL

･ Lift trucks with cold-storage model is a lift truck designed for lift
work involving entrance-exit to and from freezing chamber of up
to 35°C class.
･ To tell the lift trucks with cold-storage model at a glance, a
penguin decal is pasted on both sides of the truck.
･ Battery charger for the lift trucks with cold-storage model is
stationary battery charger instead of on-board type battery
charger.
NOTICE
When engaged in an operation that requires entries and exists to and from
the cold storage and/or freezing chamber, a dewing problem occurs
because of low temperature and the temperature difference. Because
dewing may cause electrical fault and/or fault by rust, always use lift trucks
with cold-storage model with waterproof and antirust treatment.
WORKING TIME AND CONDITION INSIDE COLD STORAGE AND/OR FREEZING CHAMBER
To avoid adverse impact to trucks from dewing and low
temperature, use the trucks by observing the following working
time:
･ Ratio for working time inside and outside cold storage and/or
freezing chamber shall be about the same.
･ One continual operating time inside the cold storage and/or
freezing chamber shall not exceed 30 minutes.
･ Refrain from parking or leaving a truck 10 minutes or longer
inside the cold storage and/or freezing chamber.
･ Do not use the trucks inside the cold storage and/or freezing
chamber with the temperature of under 35°C.
SELECTION OF OIL AND GREASE

･ Select oil and grease by considering the lowering of
temperature inside the cold storage and/or freezing chamber in
addition to the ambient temperature conditions.
･ The lowering of oil and grease temperature differs depending on
the ratio of working time inside and outside cold storage and/or
freezing chamber and the content of work. For the type of oil and
grease, see the "LUBRICANT LIST (PAGE 4-21)".
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INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE 4
44
WARNING
When inspecting or servicing the lift truck, always strictly follow these
precautions. Failing to heed this warning may result in serious injuries.
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4.1 ABOUT INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
4. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 4
4.1 ABOUT INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 4
This inspection and maintenance manual describes start-up inspection mandatory for the operators and
replenishment of oil, cleaning of air filters and other related simple maintenance work. For other inspection and
maintenance items not described here, contact Komatsu Forklift distributor/dealer.
For your safe inspection and maintenance work, peruse "2.6 PRECAUTIONS FOR INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE (PAGE 2-28)". Carry on inspection and maintenance service with care.
Incorrect maintenance and repair service may cause critical accident or shorten machine service life. Contact
Komatsu Forklift distributor/dealer for maintenance and repair services.
4.2 START-UP INSPECTION 4
CAUTION
･ Do not operate the lift trucks before completing start-up inspection.
･ Report abnormality, if any, immediately to the administrator. Never operate the lift truck in question until the repair is
completed.
OBLIGATION TO CONDUCT START-UP INSPECTION

･ For your safe operation, always conduct a start-up inspection of the fork truck before starting operation for the
day.
･ Record and store the results of start-up inspection in the inspection record.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 4.2 START-UP INSPECTION
LIST OF START-UP CHECK POINTS
Item Check points

- Checking of repaired abnormalities detected on previous day
Leakage of oil and battery electrolyte
Cracks, damages and the state of mounting (of overhead guard, fork, load
backrest, etc.)
Loose tilt cylinder rod lock nuts
Walk around a lift truck Contamination and/or damages of lamp, lens, etc.
Contamination and/or damages of reflector
Loose hub nuts
Deformed or damaged tires and rims
Inflation pressure of tires
Brake oil level
Hydraulic oil level
Open the engine hood
Battery electrolyte level
Performance of warning lamps on the instrument panel
Damages and performance of seat belt
Seat and handle adjustment
Brake pedal play and height
Sit on the operator seat
Inching and clutch pedal play and height
Horn performance
Rear view mirror contamination, damages and angle
Forward/reverse switch and backup buzzer operating condition
Turn the starting switch
Battery charge level
to ON position
Operation of lamps
Play of steering wheel
Operating state of steering wheel (runout and unstable driving)
Brake operating condition (response)
Mast operating condition
While running the truck
Attachment operating condition
(For the fork truck mounted with an attachment)
Tension, damages and rusted condition of lift chain
Abnormal noise, vibration and odor
Travel interlock function
Checking of safety Load handling Interlock function
function Neutral safety function
Overlooking application of parking brake, warning buzzer function
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4.2 START-UP INSPECTION INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
4.2.1 CHECKING ABNORMALITIES DETECTED ON THE PREVIOUS DAY 4
Check again the abnormal points detected during the operation

and closing inspection on the preceding day. Double check that no
abnormality persists to exist.
4.2.2 WALK AROUND A LIFT TRUCK 4
CHECKING FOR LEAKAGE OF OIL AND BATTERY ELECTROLYTE

･ Walk around the lift truck to check for leakage of oil, fuel, coolant
and battery electrolyte.
･ Look under the lift truck to check for oil or water leakage.
CHECKING OF CRACKS, DAMAGES AND THE STATE OF MOUNTING

Visually check for any damages, cracks, loose mounting and/or
play.
Give priority in checking the following points particularly
･ Overhead guard
･ Fork
･ Load backrest
･ Fork carriage
･ Mast
･ Hydraulic oil tank
CHECKING OF LOOSE TILT CYLINDER ROD AND LOCK NUTS

Visually check if the tilt cylinder rod (1) and the rod head are
rotating in loose condition or if the lock nut (2) is loosened.
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CONTAMINATION AND/OR DAMAGES OF LAMP, LENS, ETC

Visually check lamp, lens, etc. for any contamination and/or
damages.
CHECKING OF CONTAMINATION AND/OR DAMAGES OF REFLECTOR

Visually check the reflector (1) for any contamination and/or
damages.
CHECKING OF LOOSE HUB NUTS

Check for loose hub nuts by tightening them with a wrench.
NOTICE
Tighten the hub nuts to the specified torque.
For the right tightening torque, see "4.18 SERVICE DATA (PAGE 4-61)".
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CHECKING OF TIRES AND RIMS

･ Visually check for any excessive wear, damages, spikes and
other foreign matters stuck to the tires, deformation and
damages of the rims.
･ Replace a tire if the tread depth becomes under 5 mm or if the
slip sign (wear limit mark) should appear.
CHECKING OF INFLATION PRESSURE OF TIRES
CAUTION
Tires have high pressure air inside. When checking the inflation pressure,
position yourself to face the tire tread surface (see the figure at right) while
holding the tire air gauge firmly.
Check the tire inflation pressure with the tire air gauge and adjust
it to specified pressure.
For the right tire inflation pressure, see "4.18 SERVICE DATA
(PAGE 4-61)".
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4.2.3 INSPECTION CONDUCTED BY OPENING COVER AND HOOD 4
INSPECTING BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
CAUTION
Using wrong brake fluid causes leakage to disable braking function. Always
use specified brake fluid (non-mineral oil brake fluid for vehicles).
1. Open cover to the right of the meter panel and check the brake
fluid level in the brake reservoir tank.
2. Adequate range of brake fluid level is between MAX and MIN
lines.
3. If brake fluid is in short, refill specified brake fluid to the upper
limit of the normal range.
NOTICE
When replenishing brake fluid, be careful not to allow sands and dirt to
enter the brake fluid reservoir tank.
MAX
Correct range
MIN
CHECKING OF HYDRAULIC OIL LEVEL

1. Roll up the rear of floor mat and open the rear of the floor plate
(2).
2. Pull out integrated cap and oil gauge (1) from the oil filler port
Correct range
(3). Wipe off attached hydraulic oil with a clean cloth and insert
it to the oil filler port (3).
3. Pull out oil gauge (1) again and check that the position of
attached oil is within the normal range.
4. When hydraulic oil is in short, refill it to the normal range.
NOTICE
･ If the oil is spilt, wipe it off completely.
･ Always use Komatsu Forklift genuine hydraulic oil.
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CHECKING OF BATTERY ELECTROLYTE LEVEL
CAUTION
･ Batteries generate flammable hydrogen gas and may explode. Do not
bring lit cigarette and other fire near the batteries. Do not allow short
circuit or sparks to occur nearby.
･ Battery electrolyte contains diluted sulphuric acid, which may cause
burns and injuries. If exposed to electrolyte, wash the eye(s), skin and
clothes with large amount of fresh water and consult a doctor.
･ Always wear protective glasses, rubber gloves and rubber sole shoes for
maintenance inspection of batteries.
･ Be careful not to have hand caught when opening/closing the engine
hood.
1. Open the battery hood fully, lock gas spring stopper (bright
red) (1) and check that the battery hood will not close by
mistake.
2. Check the battery electrolyte level by the height of float in each
battery cap.
3. If battery electrolyte is below the standard level, refill distilled
water or purified water. For inspection and refill of water, see
"CHECKING OF BATTERY ELECTROLYTE LEVEL (PAGE 4-
30)".
4. After completing inspection and refill of water, unlock the gas

spring stopper (bright red) by pushing it to the rear direction of
the truck and close the battery hood. Check that the battery
hood is completely closed and the lever is securely locked. For
how to open/close battery hood, see "3.2.4 HOW TO OPEN/
CLOSE BATTERY HOOD (PAGE 3-20)".
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CHECKING OPERATION OF METER PANEL WARNING LAMP

1. Disconnect the battery plug and the plug on the truck.
2. Connect the battery plug again. If all the indicators on the

meter panel light up for about 1 second, the warning lamp and
the display are normal.
REMARK
This checking method is not applicable to checking other units
than the meter panel indicators for any problem (for example
abnormality of sensors or wiring).
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4.2.4 CHECKING FROM THE OPERATOR SEAT 4
CHECKING OF SEAT BELT

Upon sitting on the operator seat, first check the seat belt.
･ Any damages to the belt and/or fittings? Does the belt come out
and retract smoothly?
･ Does the fitting lock and unlock without abnormality?
･ Does the belt lock when pull suddenly?
CHECKING THE SEAT AND STEERING WHEEL POSITION

Upon sitting on the operator seat, check if the pedals, levers and
switches can be operated smoothly. For the position of the seat
and steering wheel, see the section for "SEAT POSITION
ADJUSTMENT (PAGE 3-22)" and "ADJUSTING STEERING
WHEEL POSITION (PAGE 3-24)".
CHECKING THE BRAKE PEDAL

･ Check the brake pedal for abnormal braking effort or interruption
in depression.
･ Check that the play of pedal and the pedal height when
depressed shall indicate the following values:
Reference
Check points Dimension
value (mm)
Play S1 0-4
Pedal height H1 105
Height of pedal when
H2 60
depressed
Switch ON position S2 10
The pedal height represents the value without the floor mat.
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CHECKING THE PARKING BRAKE LEVER OPERATING EFFORT
CAUTION
If parking brake lever operating effort is below the reference value,
necessary braking force to meet legal requirements is not available, which
may cause serious accidents. Always adjust the braking force up to the
reference value.
1. Check the operating effort when the parking brake is applied

(locked position).
2. If the operating effort is below the reference value, adjust it. Free
For how to adjust the operating effort, see "4.4.3 ADJUSTING
PARKING BRAKE LEVER OPERATING EFFORT (PAGE 4- Lock
24)".
3. Check if the lever can be pulled fully to the end without
resistance and that it returns smoothly.
NOTICE
If any abnormality is detected, contact your Komatsu Forklift distributor/
dealer for checking.
CHECKING THE HORN

Check if the horn sounds normally when switched ON.
CHECKING THE REAR VIEW MIRROR

Check if the mirror is set at an easy angle for the operator to see
the rear. Also check for any contamination or damages.
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4.2.5 CHECKING BY SETTING THE STARTING SWITCH TO [ | ] (ON) POSITION 4
CHECKING OF FORWARD/REVERSE SWITCH, METER PANEL INDICATION AND BACKUP BUZZER

1. Set the forward/reverse switch set to N (Neutral) position, then
set the starting switch to [ | ] (ON) position. The neutral safety
warning lamp [N] does not light up on the meter panel when
the system is normal.
2. Set the forward/reverse switch to forward (F) or reverse (R). If
the forward/reverse indicator displays [I] or [O] it is normal.
Also check that backup buzzer sounds simultaneously when
the forward/reverse switch is set to reverse (R) position.
REMARK
Travel interlock indicator and lift interlock warning lamp flash if the
operator fails to sit on the seat correctly. For travel interlock, see
"3.3.5 TRAVEL INTERLOCK FUNCTION (PAGE 3-34)" and for lift
interlock to "3.3.7 LIFT INTERLOCK FUNCTION (PAGE 3-38)".
CHECKING OF BATTERY CHARGE LEVEL

When starting switch is set to [ | ] (ON) position, battery charge
level (charged state) is indicated on the battery charge meter.
Check if the batteries are fully charged.
CHECKING OPERATION OF LAMPS

Check if the head lamps, clearance lamps, turn signal lamps,
brake lamps and backup lamp work normally.
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4.2.6 CHECKING WHILE RUNNING THE TRUCK 4
CHECK THE STEERING WHEEL FOR PLAY

･ Check the play of steering handle by operating it in the direction
of a turn. Play should be normal if within 30 - 60 mm.
･ Check if it is free of looseness by shaking it in the vertical and
30 - 60 mm
longitudinal directions.
CHECKING OF THE STEERING WHEEL FUNCTION

Check the following points by operating the wheel while traveling
slowly:
･ Doesn't the steering wheel have play?
･ Is the steering wheel stable to the left or right while traveling
straight?
･ Isn't there any feeling of abnormally heavy steering or abnormal
swing when the steering wheel is turned?
CHECKING OF BRAKE FUNCTION

Check the brake response by stepping on the brake pedal while
traveling slowly.
･ Is the brake fully effective?
･ Isn't one side of the brake responding?
CHECKING OF MAST FUNCTION

Check that the forks lift and lower smoothly and the mast tilts
forward and backward smoothly during operation of the work
equipment lever from the operator seat.
Always make full stroke operation of cylinder piston two to three
times.
CHECKING OF ATTACHMENT FUNCTION (FOR THE TRUCK WITH AN ATTACHMENT)

Check the attachment according to its operating manual.
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CHECKING OF LIFT CHAIN TENSION, DAMAGE AND RUST
CAUTION
･ If the lift chain break, the load may fall down or the machine may tip over.
When lift chain is found abnormal with damages and cracks, contact
your Komatsu Forklift distributor/dealer for replacement of the lift chain.
Some of the causes for sheared lift chain are abnormal tension of the
R.H. and/or L.H. chains, and damage and cracks due to rust.
･ To prevent possible injuries and/or accident during checking, set the
forward/reverse switch to N (Neutral) position, stop the lift truck by
applying the parking brake, get out of the lift truck and check from the
front.
CHECKING OF TENSION OF CHAIN

1. Raise the fork 5 - 10 cm from the ground. (A)
2. Press the center of lift chain with a finger and check if the
tension is equal to the right and left.
CHECKING OF RUST, CRACKS AND DAMAGE TO THE CHAINS

1. Visually check lift chain for any damages, cracks and rust.
2. Check the state of lubrication of lift chain. If it is in poor state or
rust has generated on the lift chain, apply engine oil, etc. on it.
CHECKING OF ABNORMAL NOISE, VIBRATION AND ODOR

Check for abnormal sound, vibration and/or odor during travel or lift
operation.
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4.2.7 CHECKING OF SAFETY FUNCTION 4
CAUTION
When checking safety function, retain wide safety space around the truck in case it makes a sudden, unexpected movement.
Always check the surrounding area for people and obstacles.
CHECKING OF TRAVEL INTERLOCK FUNCTION

Check the safety function to disable the machine to travel or lift when the operator is away from the seat.
CHECKING PROCEDURE
1. Park the truck in a level, flat and hard surface and apply the parking brake. (Parking brake activated)
2. Set the forward/reverse switch to N (Neutral) position, set the starting switch to [ | ] (ON) position and raise the
forks about 15 cm from the ground.
3. Step off the brake pedal and accelerator pedal.
4. Set the forward/reverse switch to F (forward) or R (reverse) and lift the hip from the seat.
5. Check that the travel interlock indicator lamp ([N] lamp) and lift interlock warning lamp (with lift truck mark) on
the meter panel start flashing about 3 seconds later.
6. In this condition, release the parking brake. (Parking brake being released)
7. Depress the accelerator pedal with your hip lifted from the seat, and check that the lift truck does not travel.
8. Releasing travel interlock function
Sit on the seat correctly and set the forward/reverse switch to N (Neutral) position. Flashing travel interlock
warning lamp and lift interlock warning lamp turn out and the truck returns to normal operating conditions.
CHECKING OF LIFT INTERLOCK FUNCTION

Check the safety function to disable the lift operation when the operator is away from the seat.
CHECKING PROCEDURE
2. Set the forward/reverse switch to N (Neutral) position, set the starting switch to [ | ] (ON) position and raise the
forks about 1 m from the ground for the operator to see.
3. Step foot from every pedal and lift the hip from the seat.
4. Check that the travel interlock indicator lamp ([N] lamp) and lift interlock warning lamp (with lift truck mark) on
the meter panel start flashing about 1 seconds later.
5. Check the following in this state:
･ The forks do not rise or lower if the lift lever is operated.
･ The mast does not tilt forward or backward if the tilt lever is operated.
･ Attachment does not operate if the attachment lever is operated. (For the fork truck mounted with an
attachment)
6. Releasing lift interlock function.
Take a right posture in the operator's seat. Flashing travel interlock warning lamp and lift interlock warning
lamp turn out and the truck returns to normal operating conditions.
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CHECKING OF NEUTRAL SAFETY FUNCTION

This is a safety function to prevent the lift truck from making sudden travel when the starting switch is set to [ | ]
(ON) position with the forward/reverse switch set to F (forward) or R (reverse). Check that the truck does not travel
if the starting switch is set to other than neutral position.
CHECKING PROCEDURE
3. Set the starting switch to [ | ] (ON) position, then set the forward/reverse switch to F (Forward) or R (Reverse)
position. Check that the truck does not travel if the accelerator pedal is depressed.
4. Check that neutral safety warning lamp (with N mark) lights up approx. 3 seconds later.
5. Releasing neutral safety function.
With the operator sitting on the seat, set the forward/reverse switch to N (Neutral) position. The neutral safety
warning lamp goes out and returns to normal state.
Set the forward/reverse switch to F (Forward) or R (Reverse) again. Release the parking brake, depress the
accelerator pedal, then the truck starts to travel.
CHECKING OF WARNING BUZZER AGAINST OVERLOOKING APPLICATION OF PARKING BRAKE LEVER

Check that buzzer sounds to warn the overlooking of pulling the parking brake lever.
CHECKING PROCEDURE
2. Set the forward/reverse switch to N (Neutral) position, lower the forks to the floor and tilt the mast forward until
the forks make contact with the ground. Make following two types of checking; A and B
(Check A)
3. With the starting switch set to [ | ] (ON) position, release the parking brake and leave the seat.
4. Check that the warning buzzer sounds about 3 seconds later. (Keeps on sounding for about 30 seconds)
5. Stopping the sound of warning buzzer.
To stop the buzzer sound, apply the parking brake.
(Check B)
6. With the starting switch set to [ | ] (ON) position, release the parking brake and set the starting switch to [Q]
(OFF) position.
7. Check that the warning buzzer sounds. (Keeps on sounding for about 5 seconds)
8. Stopping the sound of warning buzzer.
To stop the buzzer sound, apply the parking brake.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 4.3 CHECKING AND REPORTING AFTER OPERATION
4.3 CHECKING AND REPORTING AFTER OPERATION 4
Checking and reporting after the day's operation are important job for getting the lift truck ready for operation on
the following day. Before washing and storing the lift truck after the day's operation, take the following check
procedure and always report to the administrator on the finding.
1. Checking of leakage of oil, fuel, coolant and battery electrolyte.

2. Checking of cracks, damages and loosened parts, etc.
3. Grease up and lubricate the parts if necessary.
4. Checking of abnormal points detected during the operation.
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4.4 SIMPLE MAINTENANCE INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
4.4 SIMPLE MAINTENANCE 4
4.4.1 GREASES AND FUEL 4
4.4.1.1 BASIC PRECAUTIONS 4
When refilling greases according to "Start-up inspection" and/or "Checking after operation", do so by
understanding the following basic cautions for required greases.
OIL
CAUTION
･ When checking leakage from hydraulic piping or hose, do not touch it
directly by hand. The pipe or hose may be pressurized and can be
dangerous.
･ If your skin and/or eye are injured by high-pressure oil, wash the skin/eye
with fresh water and immediately see a physician.
･ For other than leakage that can be checked visually by the appearance,
call your Komatsu Forklift distributor/dealer for inspection and repair
service.
･ Since engine oil, hydraulic oil, powertrain oil, gear oil, etc. are
used under severe conditions (at high temperature and high
pressure), they deteriorate as the operation time passes.
Therefore oil must be changed periodically.
For the standard oil change intervals, see "OIL AND
GREASING CHART (PAGE 4-20)" and "LUBRICANT LIST
(PAGE 4-21)".
Always replace oil at the specified period even if not
deteriorated.
･ Always use Komatsu Forklift genuine engine oil. At shipment
from a plant, the lift truck is applied with those listed in the
"LUBRICANT LIST (PAGE 4-21)".
･ Never mix oils of different grade (class) or brand.
･ Oil is often likened to human blood. Take full cautions to prevent
impurities (water, metal powder, dirt, etc.) from mixing when
handling oil. Most lift truck malfunctions are caused by entry of
impurities such as dirt, dust, water, etc. Take special care to
avoid entry of impurities during storage and lubrication, etc.
･ Add specified volume of oil. Insufficient or excessive amounts of
oil may both cause problems.
･ If the hydraulic oil has become murky, there is a possibility that
either air or water entered into the circuit. If no corrective
measures were taken, it may damage the lift truck. In such a
case, call your Komatsu Forklift distributor/dealer for their
service.
･ When replacing oil, replace the relevant filters at the same time.
For oil and filter changes, contact your Komatsu Forklift
distributor/dealer for service.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 4.4 SIMPLE MAINTENANCE
GREASE
･ Grease prevents the joints from seizure, rusting and noise emission.
･ Always use recommended grease and strictly follow the greasing intervals. For the type of grease, see the
"LUBRICANT LIST (PAGE 4-21)".
･ Wipe clean old grease extracted after greasing. Wipe grease off with particular care from sections where
attached sands and dirt promote the wear of the rotating units.
FILTERS
Filters are very important items which prevent impurities contained in the oil, fuel and air circuits from entering
important machine components to cause failure. They require periodical replacement. Call your Komatsu Forklift
distributor/dealer for service.
Cautions when replacing filters by other than Komatsu Forklift distributor/dealer or yourself.
･ Never reuse filters (cartridge type) after washing.
･ When replacing oil filters, check for metal powder, etc. accumulated on the used filters. If metal powder is
detected, investigation for the cause and countermeasures are necessary.
･ Do not unpack replacement filters until immediately before installation.
NOTICE
･ Always use Komatsu Forklift genuine filters.
･ Some of commercial filters are inferior to the genuine product in performance. Using such filters may affect performance and
durability of the fork truck. If Komatsu genuine products are not used, quality assurance may not apply.
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4.4.1.2 LUBRICANT LIST 4
OIL AND GREASING CHART
Chain
Fork stopper
Mast mount
Tilt cylinder pin
Transfer case
Brake reservoir tank
(Powertrain oil)
Hydraulic oil tank
Knuckle
King pin
Tie rod
Daily inspection
Once every 2 weeks(100 hours)
Every 1 month(200 hours)
Every 3 months(600 hours)
Every 6 months(1200 hours)
E: Check and add fluid if necessary

Q : Total oil change or greasing and application Symbol Type of fluid
w : All change EO Engine oil
T : Figure inside the box shows the number of places to apply oil HO Hydraulic oil
or grease to.
BF Brake fluid
G Grease
TO Powertrain oil
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LUBRICANT LIST
Use CD or higher grade
Capacity Hydraulic tank

Transfer case Brake system
Model Tank capacity With 3.0 m FV Mast
FB10/14/15/18/20A-12 1.0 liters
20 liters 24 liters 0.4 liters
FB15G/18G/20AG-12 (Two places of 0.5 liters)
Always use Komatsu Forklift genuine products for greases.
CAUTION
Using wrong type brake fluid may cause critical failure to the brake system. Check the type of brake fluid without fail before using.
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4.4.2 REPLACING TIRES 4
WARNING
･ Beware of danger of being caught by the jack if it came away. When lifting
the lift truck with a jack, check that the jack is firmly in place. Do not crawl
under the lifted truck body.
･ Forklift truck tire air pressure is high and dangerous.
･ Do not disassemble/assemble tire, tube and rim or fill removed tires from
the lift truck with the air. (These works require special equipment and
skill. Persons engaged in this work are required to receive mandatory
special training according.)
･ For a tire with divided ring rim, never loosen the rim jointing bolts
(special bolt) (2) and nuts.
･ For safety, when filling a tire with air or replacing it, place your body in
front of the tread face of the tire (see the figure at right). Do not work from
the side of the tire.
･ When adjusting the air pressure with an air compressor, adjust the
compressor pressure in advance to prevent pressurizing the tire beyond
the specified level.
･ Deformed or cracked rim poses a great danger. Before installing a
replacement tire, check it thoroughly. Do not use a tire with deformed or
cracked rim.
1. Unload the lift truck. Stop it on level, flat and hard road surface.
Apply parking brake. (Parking brake activated)
2. Put blocks under the tire diagonally opposite to the tire which
is to be replaced.
3. Always jack a lift truck up by the specified jack up point.
For replacing a front tire: (A) Under the outer mast

For replacing a rear tire : (B) Under the counterbalanceweight
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4. Jack the lift truck up to a level where the tire is still slightly in
contact with the ground.
Place a block under the lift truck frame for preventing the
falling.
Place the block in front when replacing a front wheel, and in
the rear when replacing a rear tire.
5. Using a hub nut wrench or other tool, loosen the hub nuts (1)
until they can be turned manually.
6. Jack the lift truck up until the tire slightly clear the ground.
Remove the hub nuts (1) and remove the tire.
7. Install a replacement tire to the hub. Tighten the hub nuts (1)
temporarily. Tighten the nuts diagonally until the tire does not
rattle.
8. Remove the block from under the frame. Lower the jack and
tighten the hub nuts (1) with the specified torque. For the right
tightening torque, see "4.18 SERVICE DATA (PAGE 4-61)".
9. Adjust the tire inflation pressure to specified pressure. For the
right tire inflation pressure, see "4.18 SERVICE DATA (PAGE
4-61)".
10. After replacing the tire, have a trial run to check the hub nuts
(1) for looseness. Tighten if necessary.
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4.4.3 ADJUSTING PARKING BRAKE LEVER OPERATING EFFORT 4
CAUTION
Block the front and rear tires before starting adjustment.
Install a spring scale to the center of grip of parking brake lever and
measure the tensile operating force to the rear direction of the
truck.
If the operating force is not within the range of reference value,
adjust it by turning the adjust bolt.
HOW TO ADJUST
1. Press push button (1) and set parking brake lever (2) to the
front direction (releasing position) of the truck.
Free
Lock
2. Using flat-blade screwdriver, turn the adjust bolt (4) through

the window (3) at the bottom of the parking brake lever (2) to
adjust the operating force to the reference value when the
parking brake lever (2) is pulled.
Turn the bolt clockwise : Operating force increases
Turn the bolt counterclockwise : Operating force decreases
For the reference value of the parking brake lever operating

effort, see "4.18 SERVICE DATA (PAGE 4-61)".
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4.4.4 REPLACING FUSE 4
FUSE FOR LAMPS, ACCESSORY CIRCUITS AND CONTROL CIRCUITS

If the lamps and indicator lamps fail to light up or the control system
fails to operate, there is a possibility that fuses may be blown.
Check fuses that protect each equipment and system for blowing.
CAUTION
･ When replacing fuse, always disconnect the battery plug to turn the
power OFF.
･ Always use fuse of same capacity for replacement.
･ If replaced fuse is blown again, abnormal electric system may be causing
the problem. Contact Komatsu Forklift distributor/dealer for checking.
1. Turn the starting switch to [Q] (OFF) position, open the battery
hood and disconnect battery plug.
2. Remove the top cover of counterbalanceweight (fixed with 2
bolts and 2 screws), then remove the cover from the controller
inside (fixed with 3 screws).
3. Open the fuse holder cap, remove fuse from inside and
visually inspect the fuse for blowing.
･ Fuse marked with X in the figure at right shows an example
of blowing.
4. If a fuse is blown, replace it with spare fuse of same capacity.
Capacity
Name of protected circuit Color
(for vehicle)
Lamps and accessory circuit (1) 15A Blue
Controller control circuit (2) 10A Red
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POWER CIRCUIT FUSE

1. Turn the starting switch to [Q] (OFF) position, open the battery
hood and disconnect battery plug.
2. Similar to the fuse for lamps, accessory circuit and control
circuit, remove the upper cover of counterbalanceweight (fixed
with 2 bolts and 2 screws). Then remove the controller cover
inside (fixed with 3 screws).
3. Visually check the inspection window (2) at the center of power

circuit fuse (1). If it has turned black, the fuse is blown.
Name of protected circuit Remarks

Dual-purpose circuit for travel
Special fuse (Place order
and lifting motor and on-
from your Komatsu Forklift
board type battery charger
distributor/dealer.)
device
REMARK
When power circuit fuse is blown, all the power supply is cut off and
all the functions stop. Remove the key from the truck, put up "Do
Not Use" tag and immediately contact the administrator or your use
Never
Komatsu Forklift distributor/dealer for appropriate action.
Danger
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STATIONARY BATTERY CHARGER
CAUTION
･ Always use fuse of same capacity for replacement.
･ If replaced fuse is blown again, abnormal electric system may be causing
the problem. Please contact Komatsu Forklift distributor/dealer for
checking.
1. Disconnect the power cord plug of charger from the power

supply receptacle.
2. Remove the fuse cover in front.
3. Loosen the nut and replace the fuse.
･ To order fuse for replacement, advise the type of charger or
type number of removed fuse to your Komatsu Forklift
distributor/dealer.
Battery capacity (Ah) Fuse type No.

330
BFS80A
400
485
BFS100A
545
565
600
700 BFS150A
935
1080
4. After replacement, tighten the fuse tightening nut securely and

install the fuse cover.
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4.4.5 REPLACING BULBS 4
If lamps fail to light up, it may be caused by blown fuse or

disconnection of wiring beside burnt bulb. Determine the cause.
CAUTION
･ Always use bulb of same capacity for replacement.
･ If replaced bulb still fails to light up, abnormal electrical system may be
causing the problem. Contact your Komatsu Forklift distributor/dealer
for checking immediately.
1. Turn the starting switch to the [Q] (OFF) position, and the lamp
switch to the OFF position.
2. Remove the lamp lens and replace the bulb.
Lamp name Capacity

Head lamp 40W (For 48V)
Turn signal lamp 25W (For 48V)
Clearance lamp 5W (For 48V)
Backup lamp 25W (For 48V)
Brake lamp / tail lamp 25/10W (For 48V)
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 4.5 HANDLING OF BATTERIES
4.5 HANDLING OF BATTERIES 4
Handling of batteries such as recharging, maintenance, storage and disposal are each important for safety. Handle
them carefully by fully understanding cautions concerning fire, electric shock, battery electrolyte, abnormal action,
storage and disposal.
WARNING
･ Handling error of batteries may cause explosions and other critical injuries. Handle batteries after fully understanding their
hazards and mastering the method of handling.
･ When carrying on maintenance or recharging of batteries, read thoroughly and fully understand "2.6.14 CAUTION WHEN
HANDLING BATTERY (PAGE 2-32)".
CAUTION
CAUTION AGAINST FIRE
･ Batteries generate flammable hydrogen gas. Do not smoke cigarette or use fire near the batteries.
･ Otherwise, sparks may ignite and explode the gas. Do not place tools, parts or other metal objects on the battery.
･ To clean the top surface of battery, wipe with wet cloth before recharging. Using dry cloth for wiping, dusting or covering
battery with vinyl sheeting generates statistics that may cause explosion.
･ Depending on the weather, environmental, clothing material and other conditions, human bodies may deposit and spark
statistics. Therefore, before touching truck in charging or after charging, discharge statistic deposit in the human bodies by
grounding.
CAUTION AGAINST LEAKAGE AND ELECTRIC SHOCK

･ In precaution against leakage of electricity, always keep the top surfaces of batteries clean and dry.
･ Batteries for battery-driven trucks store large energy in high-tension. Beware of the risk of electric shock. Never allow human
body to touch conductive portions during installation, maintenance and inspection service.
･ Always wear protective glasses, rubber gloves and rubber sole shoes for working on batteries. (They also help protect
personnel from direct contact with diluted sulphuric acid.
CAUTION AGAINST BATTERY ELECTROLYTE

･ Battery electrolyte contains diluted sulphuric acid, which may cause burns and loss of eyesight. If you spill battery electrolyte
on yourself, immediately take off clothes and flush the contact portion of the skin with a large quantity of tap water and consult
a doctor.
･ If battery electrolyte gets into your eyes, flush them immediately with fresh tap water for 10 to 15 minutes continually and
consult a doctor.
･ If you swallow battery electrolyte by accident, either drink a large quantity of water or milk mixed with beaten egg white or salad
oil, and then consult a doctor at once.
･ Spilling or leaking battery electrolyte in the surrounding area damage the floor and material, leading to environmental
contamination. If contacted by human beings, it may cause burns or injuries. Immediately neutralize battery electrolyte with an
acid neutralizing agent (baking soda, calcium hydroxide or sodium carbonate, etc.) and wash it down with large amount of
water.
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4.5 HANDLING OF BATTERIES INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
ACTION FOR ABNORMALITIES

･ Do not drain battery electrolyte, disassemble or repair batteries or battery plugs, which may cause explosion and/or electric
shock.
･ If the following abnormalities are detected, call your Komatsu Forklift distributor/dealer for service:
Battery plug and charging plug mating become loosened or play is generated. (Plug becomes abnormally heated)
Battery electrolyte temperature is high.
Battery electrolyte decreases sharply.
Battery emits odor.
Battery electrolyte becomes turbid.
Charging requires too long time. (Charging is not completed although the battery was not used till late hours on the preceding
day.)
LONG-TERM STORAGE AND DISPOSAL

･ If batteries are not to be used for an extended period of time, remove them from the lift truck and store them in a well-ventilated
place free from fire.
･ Since lead and diluted sulphuric acid are used in batteries, illegal disposal turns them into hazardous substance to cause
environmental pollution. For the disposal of used batteries, contact your Komatsu Forklift distributor/dealer.
CHECKING OF BATTERY ELECTROLYTE LEVEL

If battery electrolyte level reaches below normal range, electrolyte
level warning lamp (1) lights up on the meter panel. Check the
electrolyte levels of every cell with the following procedures;
CHECKING PROCEDURE
red) and check that the battery hood will not close by mistake.
3. Disconnect the battery plug and the plug on the truck.
･ With each battery cap closed, visually inspect the floating
condition of the upper portion of the float. Stopper
If the stopper on the top of the float is in contact with the
bottom of the guide, electrolyte has reached below the
minimum level. Refill electrolyte. (When it is below the
minimum level, float does not move downward even if the
top end of the float is pushed by opening the cap.
･ If white line of the float is visible, electrolyte has reached the
Cap
maximum level.
Float (red)
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 4.5 HANDLING OF BATTERIES
REFILL OF BATTERY ELECTROLYTE

Check the battery electrolyte level. If in short, refill electrolyte to the
batteries according to the following procedures:
PROCEDURE FOR REFILL OF WATER

1. Place a container with distilled or purified water in a location
higher than the batteries and connect a hose to it. Use the
container with stop valve or install the stop valve in the center Lid
of hose.
2. Open the battery cap lid and insert the hose end.
3. Open the stop valve and refill water.
When the white line comes into view with the rising float,
immediately close the stop valve. Refill every cell in short of
electrolyte. When the white line is observed, electrolyte has
reached the highest level.
4. After refill of water, close the battery cap lid securely and wipe
the top surface of battery with wet cloth.
5. Connect the battery plug again.
6. Unlock the gas spring stopper (bright red) of battery hood by
[Refilling water]
pushing it to the rear of the truck and close the hood. Check
that the lock lever is securely locked. White line
7. Close the container of distilled or purified water. Wind the hose
[Refilling water ended]
and keep it free of dust.
CHECKING OF SPECIFIC GRAVITY OF ELECTROLYTE

･ Check the specific gravity of electrolyte to see if recharging is
done appropriately and cells do not have performance
difference and so forth in order to get the longer service life from
the batteries.
･ Since specific gravity of electrolyte differs by the temperature,
read the specific gravity and liquid temperature and convert the
gravity to 20°C according to a conversion table.
How to read the table

(Example) If the battery electrolyte temperature is 10°C and the
specific gravimeter reads 1.252, gravity converted to 20°C shall be
1.250.
Appropriate specific gravity (when converted to 20°C)

Specific gravity when fully charged 1.280 - 1.290
Specific gravity when discharged
(80% discharge/discharge warning lamp 1.170 - 1.180
lighting)
Battery specific gravity may slightly differ by supplier and/or type.
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4.5 HANDLING OF BATTERIES INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
SINGLE ACTION WATER REFILLER
CAUTION
Always use distilled or purified water for water refilling of battery.
Single action water refiller can refill every cell of a battery

simultaneously.
WATER REFILLING PROCEDURE

1. Place a container with distilled or purified water in a location
higher than the batteries and connect a hose to it. Use the
container with stop valve or install the stop valve in the center
of hose.
2. Open the battery cap lid and insert the hose end.
3. Open the stop valve and refill water.
When the white line comes into view with the rising float,
immediately close the stop valve. When the white line is
observed, electrolyte has reached the highest level.
4. After refill of water, close the battery cap lid securely and wipe
the top surface of battery with wet cloth.
TIPS FOR USING BATTERY LONG TIME

Battery service life is largely dependent on the quality of
maintenance given. Use the battery safely for a long time by
following the points below:
1. Avoid over discharge (excessive use of battery).
･ If discharge warning lamp lights up, immediately stop work
and recharge battery.
･ When the operating time is long and there is possible
lighting of discharge warning lamp during operation, carry
on recharging using break time.
2. Avoid overcharging (excessive charging).
･ Avoid excessive equalizing charging.
･ Make one equalizing charging once a week or two for an on-
board type battery charger, and once a month for a
stationary battery charger.
･ Charge every two to three days if daily operating time is
short.
3. Always maintain battery electrolyte level within the specified
range.
4. Always keep the top surface of battery clean and dry.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 4.6 CHARGING
4.6 CHARGING 4
･ For a safe and long period of service life of battery, give cautions to the following points: Cautions are commonly
applicable to both the on-board type battery charger and stationary battery chargers.
･ Charging consists of automatic charging, equalizing charging, auxiliary charging and charging for long storage.
Charging time differs by discharged state of each battery. It takes generally 8 - 10 hours to charge batteries of
standard application.
Types of
Timing of charging and charging operation
charging
･ Automatically judges and selects ordinary charging or equalized charging and charges
Automatic
accordingly (operation of on-board type battery charger).
charging
･ Press [AUTO] button.
･ Charges power at the end of normal work or when battery capacity warning (see note)
Ordinary
is indicated.
charging
･ Press [NORMAL] button.
Equalized ･ Forcibly carries out equalized charging.
charging ･ Press [EQUAL] button.
･ Additional charging to replenish battery capacity by using lunchtime and other break.
Auxiliary
･ Press [AUTO] or [NORMAL] button.
charging
･ When ending auxiliary charging, press [STOP] button.
Charging for long-
･ Charging before storing battery without using for one month and over.
term storage of
･ Press [EQUAL] button every month.
battery
Note: For the battery capacity warning, see "WARNING ON BATTERY OVER DISCHARGE (PAGE 3-8)".
REMARK
･ Equalized charging: After repetition of discharging and charging, performance of individual cells (24 cells for 48-
V battery) gradually dispersed increasingly. Allowing them to go unattended will give
adverse effect to their life. It is the purpose of equalized charging to eliminate dispersion by
giving longer charging time than for ordinary charging. Optimal intervals for conducting the
equalized charging shall be one week or two.
･ Auxiliary charging : If charging on the preceding day is good enough for carrying on the work for the day, it is
more effective to avoid auxiliary charging in extending battery service life. (Unnecessary
charging and forcible operation give adverse effect on the life of battery.)
･ Refilling water : Battery loses water gradually through water decomposition during charging and
evaporation during use. "Refilling water" refers to refilling decreased portion of water. With
normal battery, check electrolyte level once a week and refill water as may be required.
When the end of battery service life approaches, decrease of electrolyte is quickened.
WARNING
･ Handling error of batteries may cause explosions and other critical injuries. Handle batteries after fully understanding their
hazards and mastering the method of handling.
･ When carrying on maintenance or recharging of batteries, read thoroughly and fully understand "2.6.14 CAUTION WHEN
HANDLING BATTERY (PAGE 2-32)".
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4.6 CHARGING INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
CAUTION
BEFORE CHARGING BATTERIES
･ Carry on charging in a well-ventilated place sheltered from rainfall. Do not recharge batteries near fire or hazardous
substances, in place of high humidity or place splashed by water, which may cause fire.
･ Before starting charging, first set the starting switch to [Q] position.
･ Open the battery hood fully, lock the gas spring stopper (bright red) and prevent hydrogen gas from being accumulated.
･ Be careful not to allow electrolyte to drop below minimum level. Otherwise, battery may become overheated to cause fire.
･ Wipe the top surface of battery before recharging to prevent statistic accidents that occur during cleaning.
･ Check the charger, battery plugs and cable for damage. Check also engaged portion of connector for loosening and/or play.
If any abnormality is detected, do not use the truck until repair service is completed.
･ Insert or pull out plug by holding its main body. Pulling the lug by cable may cause short circuit of the cable and plug, leading
to fires.
CHARGING
･ During or immediately after the battery is charged, surrounding area may be filled with flammable hydrogen gas. Never smoke
or use fire near the battery.
･ Sparks and/or statistics may ignite the gas. Do not handle tools and other metal carelessly in the surrounding area of the truck.
Ground and release statistics charged to human bodies before touching the truck or charger.
･ To interrupt charging, press "STOP" button of the charger, then pull out the plug. Sparks may be generated upon pulling out
cable to cause burns and fire.
･ Charge battery when the ambient temperature reads 0°C - 40°C.
･ Battery and charger form a set to enable optimal charging. To avoid fire, do not charge batteries outside the rated capacity of
charger or different types of batteries.
INSTALLATION AND EQUIPMENT OF CHARGER

･ Transformer tap adjustment for charger shall be carries out by your Komatsu Forklift distributor/dealer. To avoid the risk of fire
due to overheated charger, do not modify the charger by yourself.
･ Work on the power supply equipment should be made under the instructions of chief electric engineer or by an electric
contractor designated by a power company.
･ Connect the grounding wire to the electrical outlet on the plant side to prevent electrical shock accident.
･ Do not use supply voltage and receptacles other than those specified.
･ Use earth leakage breaker for the breaker.
･ Variation of supply voltage shall be ± 10%.
･ Do not disassemble or modify the charger.
･ Charger is designed and manufactured according to the life of fork truck. To prevent accident, dispose the charger on
conventional fork truck simultaneously with the disposal of the truck. Do not use it continually.
NOTICE
･ Always use distilled or purified water for refilling water. Using tap water and other may affect the battery service life adversely.
･ Various additives are on commercial market for the purpose of extending, reviving or vitalizing battery life. Some of them do
not match the charger and customers should use them on their own risk and responsibility.
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4.6.1 OPERATION OF ON-BOARD TYPE BATTERY CHARGER

(ON-BOARD TYPE BATTERY CHARGER MODEL) 4
Connect the charging plug to the on-board type battery charger,

and push either [AUTO] or [EQUAL] button to automatically carry
on optimal charging.
CAUTION
To avoid hazards of fires due to corrosion or degraded insulation, always
use a stationary battery charger under the following environment:
･ Freezing chamber or cold storage environment
･ Environment where water attaches to the device
･ Environment where metal-corrosive chemicals are in the vicinity
･ Salt water environment
OVERALL VIEW OF ON-BOARD TYPE BATTERY CHARGER

(1) Charging cord
(2) Charging plug
(3) Power supply plug
(4) Receptacle on the truck
(5) AC power receptacle
NAME OF CHARGE OPERATION PANEL
(1) Charge level L1 lamp (7) CHECK lamp

(2) Charge level L2 lamp (8) OFF button
(3) Charge level L3 lamp (9) AUTO lamp
(4) Charge level L4 lamp (10) AUTO button
(5) Charge level L5 lamp (11) EQUAL lamp
(6) Charge complete L6 lamp (12) EQUAL button
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AUTOMATIC CHARGING PROCEDURES

1. Park the lift truck in the place where the AC power source is
installed.
3. Open the battery hood fully and lock the gas spring stopper
(bright red).Check that the battery hood does not close.
4. If battery electrolyte level is lower than the minimum line, refill
distilled or purified water to specified range.
For the checking of electrolyte level, see "CHECKING OF
BATTERY ELECTROLYTE LEVEL (PAGE 4-8)".
5. Connection of charging cord
1) Turn the breaker/switch of AC power source ON.
2) Insert the power plug (3) of charging cord (1) to AC power
receptacle (5).
3) Insert charging plug (2) securely to the power receptacle
(4) on the truck.
When power is ON, AUTO lamp (green) (9) and EQUAL lamp
(green) (11) flash. (Standby state for charging)
REMARK
If the lamps does not flash, check if the AC power supply breaker/
switch is ON and that the charging cord is correctly connected.
6. Start charging
Press "AUTO" (10) button.
AUTO lamp (9) lights up continually, EQUAL lamp (11) goes
out and automatic charging starts.
At the same time charge level L1 lamp (yellow) (1) lights up.
7. Progress of charging
As charging progresses, charge level lamps are sequentially
light up in rising order starting with charge level L1 lamp to
indicate the progress of charging.
･ Rough indication of charge level
Lit up to charge level L2 lamp (2) : charged about 30%
Charge complete L6 lamp (6) lights up: charged about 100%
About 30 minutes before charging is completed, charge level
L5 lamp (5) and charge complete L6 lamp (6) start flashing
alternately.
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8. When charging is completed, charging automatically stops,

charge complete L6 lamp (green) (6) lights up and AUTO lamp
(9) goes out. (Charging completed)
9. Withdrawal of charger
1) Turn the AC power breaker/switch on the building OFF. Or
pull out the power plug.
2) Pull out charging plug. Arrange charging cable for storage
by avoiding twists.
that the lock lever is securely locked.
NOTICE
If CHECK lamp (red) (7) lights up during charging or at the completion of
charging, take necessary measures by referring to "ACTIONS AT
ABNORMALITIES (PAGE 4-40)".
REMARK
･ To interrupt charging, press OFF button (8).
･ This charger is enabled to automatically effect equalized
charging depending on the charging frequency and charging
level by merely pressing AUTO button (10). When the device is
switched automatically to equalized charging, color of AUTO
lamp (9) turns orange.
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EQUALIZED CHARGING (FORCIBLE)

NOTICE
Do not make equalized charging beyond necessity, which may reduce the
life of battery. If sharp dispersion of performance is detected among
individual cells upon checking specific gravity of electrolyte, eliminate the
dispersion of specific gravity by conducting equalized charging as basic
procedure. Check specific gravity periodically and find out intervals for
equalized charging optimal to the working conditions.
When AUTO button (10) is pressed for charging, the controller

automatically judges the mode for ordinary charging or equalized
charging. Therefore, normally it is not necessary to press EQUAL
button (12) for charging. Carry out equalized charging by operating
this EQUAL button in the following cases:
･ When charging battery following customer's intervals for
maintenance management at each weekend, alternating
weekend, before a long weekend and so forth without carrying
on equalized charging using AUTO button (10).
･ When electrolyte is refilled
･ When resuming use of a lift truck that has been in storage for an
extended period of time
･ When the fork truck was used close to the limit of its battery
capacity due to heavy load for the day
PROCEDURES FOR EQUALIZED CHARGING

1. Park the lift truck in the place where the AC power source is
installed.
distilled or purified water to specified range. For the checking
of el ectrolyte level, se e " C HECK ING OF BATTERY
ELECTROLYTE LEVEL (PAGE 4-8)".
1) Turn the breaker/switch of AC power source ON.
2) Insert the power plug (3) of charging cord (1) to AC power
receptacle.
3) Insert charging plug (2) securely to the power receptacle
(4) on the truck.
When power is ON, AUTO lamp (green) (9) and EQUAL lamp
(green) (11) flash. (Standby state for charging)
REMARK
If the lamps does not flash, check if the AC power supply breaker/
switch is ON and that the charging cord is correctly connected.
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6. Start charging
Press EQUAL button (12).
Of the flashing AUTO lamp (9) and EQUAL lamp (11) in green,
EQUAL lamp (11) only changes to continual lighting in green.
Also, charge level L1 lamp (1) lights up in yellow and forcible
equalized charging starts.
As charging progresses, charge level lamps are sequentially
lit up in rising order starting with charge level L1 lamp to
indicate the progress of charging.
Charge complete L6 lamp (6) lights up: charged about 100%
About 30 minutes before charging is completed, charge level
L5 lamp (5) and charge complete L6 lamp (6) start flashing
alternately.
8. When charging is completed, charging automatically stops,
charge complete L6 lamp (green) (6) lights up and EQUAL
lamp (11) goes out. (Charging completed)
by avoiding twists.
NOTICE
If CHECK lamp (red) (7) lights up during charging or at the completion of
charging, take necessary measures by referring to "ACTIONS AT
ABNORMALITIES (PAGE 4-40)".
REMARK
To interrupt charging, press OFF button (8).
SELECTION OF AUTO AND EQUAL CHARGING

Pressing EQUAL button (12) or AUTO button (10) during charging
changes mode from AUTO to EQUAL or EQUAL to AUTO while
charging continues.
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ACTIONS AT ABNORMALITIES
POWER FAILURE DURING CHARGING
AUTO lamp (9) or EQUAL lamp (11) remains lit as before the
power failure. Depending on then charge level, either one of the
charge lamps L1 (1) to L5 (5) will flash. (Figure at right shows an
example where power failure occurred when the charge level is at
L3 (3) during auto charging.)
The operation panel and charger after recovery from the power
failure will be as follows depending on the length of duration of
power failure:
Power failure
State of operation panel and charger
time
1 hour or less Charging resumes automatically
Charging not resumed
1 hour or more AUTO lamp (9) and EQUAL lamp (11) flash,
indicating standby condition for charging
WHEN INSPECTION LAMP LIGHTS UP

If charging controller judges the need for checking charger or
battery, it stops charging, simultaneously lighting or flashing
CHECK lamp (7).
Content of abnormality and

State of lamps
possible causes
ON Failure of charger, etc.
Over discharge during work on the
preceding day
Flashing
Degradation of battery
Drop of supply voltage (check voltage tap)
NOTICE
･ For other failures than "over discharge on the preceding day", contact
Komatsu Forklift distributor/dealer for inspection and repair.
･ To reset the inspection lamp indication, press OFF button (8).
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4.6.2 OPERATION OF STATIONARY BATTERY CHARGER (OPTION) 4
OVERALL VIEW OF STATIONARY BATTERY CHARGER
(1) Stationary battery charger

(2) Battery plug
(3) Charging cord
(4) Charging plug
(5) Power supply plug
(6) AC power receptacle
NAME OF CHARGE OPERATION PANEL
(1) STOP button (6) CHECK lamp

(2) EQUAL button (7) Charge complete OK lamp
(3) EQUAL lamp (8) Charge level lamp 1
(4) NORMAL button (9) Charge level lamp 2
(5) NORMAL lamp (10) Charge level lamp 3
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CHARGING PROCEDURES
1. Park the lift truck in the place where a stationary battery
charger is installed.
distilled or purified water to specified range. For the checking
of el ectrolyte level, se e " C HECK ING OF BATTERY
ELECTROLYTE LEVEL (PAGE 4-8)".
1) Disconnect the plug on the truck in the rear under the
battery hood and the battery plug (2) connected.
2) Connect charging plug (4) of charging cord (3) and battery
plug (2).
3) Turn AC power breaker/switch ON and insert the power
plug to the power supply receptacle.
When power is ON, ordinary lamp and EQUAL lamp light
up. (Standby state for charging)
6. Start charging
Pressing NORMAL button (4) or EQUAL lamp (2) starts
ordinary or equalized charging.
Pressed lamp lights up and other lamp goes out.
As charging progresses, charge level lamp 1 (10), charge level
lamp 2 (9) and charge level lamp 3 (8) lights up sequentially.
Lit up to charge level lamp 2 (9) : charged about 30%
Lit up to charge level lamp 3 (8) : charged about 80%
Charge complete OK lamp (7) lights up
: charged about 100%
8. When charging is completed, charging automatically stops
and charge complete OK lamp (7) lights up. (Charging
completed)
by avoiding twists.
10. Insert battery plug to the plug on the truck in the rear of the
battery.
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NOTICE
･ Always operate the buttons with fingertip.
･ Do not press NORMAL and EQUAL buttons longer than 5 seconds.
Pressing them longer than 5 seconds calls in Test mode, which disables
charging.
REMARK
･ Press [NORMAL] button upon completing ordinary work.
･ Equalized charging is implemented to eliminate performance
disp ersio n a mo ng th e b atter y cells. Th is cha rgi ng is
implemented in principle when dispersion in specific gravity of
respective cells becomes excessive.
･ Although implementation intervals for equalized charging
varies depending on the type of battery and its use, it is
recommended to implement equalized charging weekly or by
every two weeks. Measure specific gravity periodically to decide
on implementation intervals for equalized charging. Implement
equalized charging at least once a month.
･ Since equalized charging takes longer time, it is recommended
to select a weekend for equalized charging when no work is
expected on the following day. At the same time, remember to
clean the top surface of the battery.
Press EQUAL button once every week or two.

When using the truck by giving the battery auxiliary charging
almost daily, implement equalized charging once a week. When
using the truck without auxiliary charging, implement equalized
charging once every two weeks.
ACTIONS AT ABNORMALITIES
WHEN INSPECTION LAMP LIGHTS UP
･ If charging time is excessively long, the charger controller
judges it as abnormality and stops charging, lighting the CHECK
lamp (6).
･ If the CHECK lamp (6) lights up, stop charging and contact your
Komatsu Forklift distributor/dealer.
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POWER FAILURE DURING CHARGING

When power failure occurs, the operation panel indication and
operating state of charger will be as follows depending on the
length of duration of power failure:
Power failure
State of operation panel and charger
time
1 hour or less Charging resumes automatically
Charging not resumed
1 hour or
NORMAL lamp (5) and EQUAL lamp (3) flash,
more
entering standby condition for charging
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 4.7 CONVERSION OF BATTERY
4.7 CONVERSION OF BATTERY 4
CAUTION
Battery is heavy stuff. Careless handling during conversion may lead to
serious physical injuries. Understand how to handle lift truck and lift
devices and convert battery carefully.
Implement conversion of battery when:

･ To extend daily operating time
970 mm
･ To use spare battery
･ For long-term storage, inspection and maintenance 485 mm
Battery
NOTICE Fork pocket

Battery conversion method as described in this part requires another lift
truck capable of conveying the battery. Use a lift truck having sufficient
956 mm
maximum load to the weight and load center of the battery to be converted.
･ Weight of battery is indicated on the serial No. plate at right of
emergency stop button. (Also indicated on the serial No. plate on the
side of the battery)
･ Forks to be used should optimally be about 950 mm long.
HOW TO DISMOUNT BATTERY

1. Park the lift truck on level, flat and hard-surfaced ground.
A working space is necessary at right side of this truck for
another lift truck to pull out the battery at a right angle.
2. Pull the parking brake lever toward the rear of the truck and
turn the starting switch to the [Q] (OFF) position.
3. Open the battery hood fully, lock the gas spring stopper (bright
red) and check that the battery hood does not close.
4. Disconnect the level sensor line (1) connected to the plug on

the truck located to the rear of the battery and battery plug (2).
Arrange disconnected battery plug along with cable on the
battery case without protruding outside.
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4.7 CONVERSION OF BATTERY INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
5. Remove side cover (1) on the R.H. side of the truck.

Remove two round caps (2) of the R.H. side cover (1) and
remove the bolts behind. (Store the round caps and bolts
safely.)
6. Hold the upper end of the R.H. side cover with both hands and
lift. The R.H. side cover (1) will come off.
7. Turn upward and release the battery lock (3) located at lower
rear to battery (4) so that the battery can be pulled out.
8. Using fork pocket (5) under the battery (4), carefully lift the
battery about 10 cm with another lift truck.
9. Reverse the lift truck slowly and straight and withdraw the
battery.
10 cm
NOTICE
･ Lifting the battery too high may cause the battery to hit and damage the
battery hood or gas spring. Do not raise the battery excessively. Lift the
battery carefully, checking that the bottom of the battery does not hit the
truck body.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 4.7 CONVERSION OF BATTERY
HOW TO MOUNT BATTERY

Reverse the dismounting procedures of battery.
WARNING
Disconnected batteries from overturned or fallen truck may cause critical
physical injuries. Securely set and install the battery anchoring devices as
follows:
･ Rotate the battery lock sideways to prevent batteries from shifting
laterally.
･ Fix the side cover securely with 2 bolts. Side cover is designed to stop
the battery lock from turning.
･ Unlock the gas spring stopper (bright red) of battery hood by pushing it
to the rear of the truck and close the hood. Check that the lever is
securely locked.
REMARK
When converting battery by other methods, contact your Komatsu
Forklift distributor/dealer.
WEIGHT OF BATTERY LIST (Reference)
Capacity Weight Voltage

Model
(Ah) (kg) (V)
FB10/14-12 330 610
FB15/18-12 402 720
48
FB20A-12 468 760
FB15G/18G/20AG-12 645 1085
NOTICE
Weight of battery is indicated on the serial No. plate on the side of battery
case.
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4.8 RUNNING IN COLD WEATHER INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
4.8 RUNNING IN COLD WEATHER 4
PREPARATIONS FOR LOW TEMPERATURE

When the temperature drops, grease and resin become hardened, causing delay of operation, increased battery
power consumption and other phenomena. These may cause failure and damage of hydraulic equipment and
hoses, early wear and failure due to defective lubrication. Take the following measures:
･ Use greases of low viscosity for low temperature.

For the specified viscosity, see the "LUBRICANT LIST (PAGE 4-21)".
WHEN COLD SEASON IS OVER

When the weather becomes milder with the change of season, change back to greases fit to the current
temperature.
4.9 OPERATING LIFT TRUCKS IN SPECIAL ENVIRONMENT OR IN

FORCIBLE WAY 4
This lift truck is designed and tested to cover most customers' uses under general application or environment.
Under some special working environment or condition that requires mode of operation quite punishing to the lift
truck, abnormality and degradation occur to it including early failures, shorter service life, persisting failure to
certain parts and failure of usually fault-free parts and components.
When the lift truck is used under special environment or in forcible way, it requires to receive maintenance and
various other measures appropriate to a lift truck subjected to such hard and trying operating conditions. For more
details, call your Komatsu Forklift distributor/dealer.
EXAMPLES OF SPECIAL ENVIRONMENT OR FORCIBLE USE OF LIFT TRUCK

･ Operating environment where the lift truck has to travel on the roads covered with salt water, chemicals (acid
and/or alkaline), solvents, etc. or it is indirectly poured or attached with them via operator's hands and feet.
･ Environment surrounded by corrosive gases that corrode metal and/or resin.
･ Environment near the sea shore blown by salty wind from the sea.
･ Environment where dew condensation occurs to the lift truck as it travels indoor and outdoor by getting sharp
temperature difference or environment where it is constantly soaked with water.
For the lift trucks with cold-storage model, see "3.5 LIFT TRUCKS WITH COLD-STORAGE MODEL (PAGE 3-
41)".
･ Environment filled with excessive sludge and those filled with dust, fine dust, and aggressive dust from
polishing.
･ Using lift truck for other application than original designed.
･ Operation by which a lift truck is used for a specific work for extended span of time or used continuously in
concentration for a particular work.
･ Application inhibited by this operating manual.
･ Others
NOTICE
･ Operating the lift trucks in a special environment or in forcible way excludes them from the object of warranty provided by
Komatsu.
･ There are conditions technologies cannot cover.
･ This lift truck cannot be used under a condition to which a risk of explosion accompanies.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 4.10 ACTION TO TAKE IF THE FORK FAILS TO LOWER
4.10 ACTION TO TAKE IF THE FORK FAILS TO LOWER 4
CAUTION
･ If the fork stops lowering during operation, stop the work immediately.
Never use this lift truck until repaired.
･ Put up "No Entry" and "Do Not Use" signs to keep other persons from
entering under or in front of the raised fork.
･ The lift truck may suddenly start moving leading to a critical accident. Do
not touch the mast, fork, chain and other load handling devices. (Do not
shake, touch or pry with a stick or tool)
･ Immediately contact with the administrator or your Komatsu Forklift
distributor/dealer for repair service.
1. If the fork stops lowering during operation, stop the work

immediately.
2. Move the lift truck in question to a flat place and park it by
use
Never
avoiding emergency exit or fire fighting equipment. For details
on parking, see "2.4.3 STOPPING AND PARKING (PAGE 2-
Danger
22)" and "3.3.3.6 TEMPORARY STOPPING AND PARKING
(PAGE 3-28)".
3. If the loaded fork should stop operating in raised condition,
secure wide "No Entry" area around the lift truck or park the lift
truck directly facing a stout wall surface in checking a risk of
falling load to the ground.
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4.11 PROCEDURES FOR ALARM CODE OR ERROR CODE INDICATION INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
4.11 PROCEDURES FOR ALARM CODE OR ERROR CODE INDICATION 4
CAUTION
･ If "ALA---****" (alarm code) appears on the meter panel while using this truck, promptly proceed to take measures as described
in this paragraph.
･ If "Err---****" or Err---****" (error code) appears on the meter panel, promptly contact your Komatsu Forklift distributor/dealer
for appropriate measures.
If failure occurs to a truck, error code or alarm code is displayed on

date and time/hour meter display (1).
･ "Err---****" or "Err---****" (error code): Failure is suspected.
･ "ALA---****" (alarm code): This is not a failure.
REMARK
Error warning lamp (2) lights up if abnormality occurs. At the same
time, lift system error warning lamp (3) or travel system error
warning lamp (4) will lights up.
NOTICE
･ If "Err---****" or Err---****" (error code) appears, stop work and contact your Komatsu Forklift distributor/dealer to inform the
error code.
･ If "ALA---****" (alarm code) appears, the following may be causing problem: Take action corresponding with the item in the
following table.
･ If alarm code is frequently indicated, some other cause may be involved. Stop the work and contact your Komatsu Forklift
distributor/dealer to inform the alarm code.
Alarm code Cause Action
Starting switch is set to [ | ] (ON) position with the lift Return the lift lever to neutral position and turn the starting
ALA---5206
lever set to other than N (Neutral) switch from [Q] (OFF) to [ | ] (ON)
Starting switch is set to [ | ] (ON) position with the tilt Return the tilt lever to neutral position and turn the starting
ALA---5207
lever set to other than N (Neutral) switch from [Q] (OFF) to [ | ] (ON)
Starting switch is set to [ | ] (ON) position with the Return attachment 1 lever to neutral position and turn the
ALA---5208
attachment 1 lever set to other than N (Neutral) starting switch from [Q] (OFF) to [ | ] (ON)
Starting switch is set to [ | ] (ON) position with the Return the attachment lever to neutral position and turn
ALA---5209
attachment 2 lever set to other than N (Neutral) the starting switch from [Q] (OFF) to [ | ] (ON)
Starting switch is set to [ | ] (ON) position with the Return the attachment 3 lever to neutral position and turn
ALA---5210
attachment 3 lever set to other than N (Neutral) the starting switch from [Q] (OFF) to [ | ] (ON)
Fork leveling complete position indicated as not yet

Set the lever to neutral and turn the tilt level button to
ALA---5229 reached or exceeded
"OFF"
(When fork level stop function (optional) is installed)
Fork automatic level stop operation is in error

(When fork level stop function (optional) is installed)
1) When the lever is operated to reverse direction 1) Operate the tilt in the leveling direction
ALA---5255 2) When operated from level position to automatic level 2) Operate for automatic leveling from other than level
position position
3) When operated for automatic level position with 3) Operate for automatic level stop with no load
loaded condition
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 4.12 WASHING LIFT TRUCK
4.12 WASHING LIFT TRUCK 4
CAUTION
Entering of water into the electrical parts (controllers, sensors, connectors) may cause a malfunction, which is dangerous. Do not
wash the electrical parts or use a high-pressure washer (steam cleaner) on them.
Washing procedure
1. Turn the starting switch to the [Q] (OFF) position. Pull out the key.
2. Pull out battery plug.
3. Wash each section ((1) to (6) in the figure below) according to the table below.
Take care to avoid portions for which high-pressure (steam) washing or washing with pressurized water is
inhibited.
4. Dry washed sections completely.
If droplets are attached to the electric system, apply dry air blow.
5. After checking that they are dry, insert the battery plug, turn the starting switch to [ | ] (ON) position and test
for any abnormality before proceeding to operation.
No. Sections to wash How to wash

Mater panel
1 Wipe the surface lightly with wet cloth.
Charge operation panel
Pour water by the hose from the top to wash.
Resin cover Apply cloth or soft brush to wash to prevent scratch mark.
Steering wheel Note: Reduce the discharging volume of water as the figure A below. Lower the water pressure for washing.
(Only for No. 2 and 3)
cover
Dashboard panel
2 Surrounding area of
work equipment
lever
Weight cover
Battery side cover
Fig.A
Apply high-pressure (steam) washing or use hose for washing except the following:
3 Inside of floor plate
･ High-pressure washing inhibited sections
: Wipe wiring, connectors, inlet/outlet ports for motor wiring and hydraulic hose with wet cloth or
wash with non-pressurized water.
4 Battery Wipe the surface lightly with wet cloth. (To prevent generation of statistic)
Front/Rear tires Apply high-pressure (steam) washing or use hose water for washing. (Excluding below)
5 Front and Rear axles ･ High-pressure washing inhibited sections
Motor : Do not apply high-pressure (steam) washing to the tire angle sensor on the R.H. side of rear axle.
Other and body outside
6 Apply high-pressure (steam) washing or use hose water for washing.
surfaces
Do not apply high-pressure (steam) washing to the dashboard, controller and through the gaps and holes
Other matters and cautions around the work equipment levers. Also do not wash the section around the pocket for operating manual in
the rear of the seat with high-tension (steam) water.
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4.13 LONG-TERM STORAGE INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
4.13 LONG-TERM STORAGE 4
Store lift trucks as follows when storing them for a long period (over one month)
BEFORE STORAGE
After washing and cleaning respective parts, implement the following maintenance service before storing the lift
trucks indoor: If it must unavoidably be left outdoors, park the lift truck on flat ground and cover it with a tarpaulin.
･ Apply grease and change oil without fail.
･ Fully apply grease to the exposed portions of hydraulic cylinder piston rod.
･ Carry out equalized charging of battery.
･ Store the battery after disconnecting battery plug.
DURING STORAGE
･ During storage, always operate and move the lift truck once a month to retain the lubricated sections fully
covered under oil film.
･ When operating work equipment, wipe the applied grease off the hydraulic cylinder piston rod.
･ As the battery discharges naturally, charge it once a month.
AFTER STORAGE
When using lift trucks after some long period of storage, implement the following service before proceeding to
operation:
･ Wipe the applied grease off the hydraulic cylinder piston rod.
･ Apply grease and oil to necessary sections without fail.
･ When a lift truck has been in storage for a long period, moisture in the air is mixed in oil. Check oil of respective
sections before and after starting engine. If water is mixed in oil, change oil completely.
NOTICE
When using lift trucks that were not operated once a month to prevent rusting, consult your Komatsu Forklift distributor/dealer
before operation.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 4.14 HOISTING LIFT TRUCK
4.14 HOISTING LIFT TRUCK 4
CAUTION
･ Always attach belts and other slings at the position designated by this
paragraph.
･ Do not hoist a truck by overhead guard cab (for machine with cab
specifications) or towing pin because the truck may fall due to their lack
of strength.
･ Hook the sling to the mast after checking that it is securely installed.
･ Never allow other persons to go under or near the lifted truck. It is
extremely dangerous. Serious accident may occur if the truck should fall
down.
1. Check the installed state of the mast with the tightening torque
of mounting bolts (1) (4 locations on the left and right)
Tightening torque for the mast mount bolts
: 343 - 427 Nm {35 - 43 kgfm}
2. Use undamaged sling and wire having sufficient strength.
3. Attach the sling at designated sling positions.

･ For the front, use the top of the outer mast tilted maximum to
the rear and holes (2) (2 locations, left and right) for lifting.
･ For the rear, use counterbalanceweight (3) and rear axle (4).
Always use the sling belts through the rear axle (4).
4. When hoisting a lift truck, do not allow the overhead guard
and/or cab to contact with sling belts, etc. Adjust the sling
length to prevent the lifted truck from being tilted. Do not give
impact to it while hoisting.
NOTICE
Overhead guard is installed with combination lamp (brake lamp, turn signal
lamp and backup lamp), which may be damaged when contacted with sling
belt and others for hoisting the rear section. Take preventive measures
against damage depending on the circumstances.
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4.15 LOADING AND UNLOADING OF LIFT TRUCK INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
4.15 LOADING AND UNLOADING OF LIFT TRUCK 4
CAUTION
The work of loading and unloading a lift truck on a trailer always involves a
hazard that the lift truck tips over or falls off if you make a mistake in
handling.
Strictly follow the instructions shown below.
･ Stop the trailer on level, flat road surface. Apply parking brake without
fail and apply blocks to the tires.
･ Use ramps or dock plate of sufficient length, width and sufficient
strength. Secure it tightly to prevent it from being dislocated or
disengaged.
･ Take a right posture on the seat while operating.
･ If you operate the lift truck in a posture that your weight is not properly
applied to the seat, like standing up or leaning forward or sideways,
Travel Interlock functions to cut off the transmission of engine power.
Then the lift truck may slither down if the accelerator pedal is stepped on
an uphill or a slope.Operate the lift truck assisted by a signal person if
necessary so that you don't have to stand up or lean forward or sideways
to watch. For more details on the function of travel interlocking, see
"3.3.5 TRAVEL INTERLOCK FUNCTION (PAGE 3-34)".
･ When using the ramp, make the gradient gentle, align the center of both
the trailer and the lift truck and lock the ramp securely to prevent
misalignment.
･ Never correct the course of the lift truck while on the ramps. If course
change is required, move off the ramps once and correct the course
direction.
1. Arrange for a trailer having adequate loading capacity for the

weight and size of a lift truck to transport.
2. Stop the trailer on level, flat road surface. Apply parking brake
without fail and apply blocks to the tires.
3. Install the ramp, dock plate, etc. between the loading platform Ramp
of the trailer and the road surface and fix it securely so that it
would not be disengaged.
4. Instruct the trailer operator not to move the trailer until loading/
unloading of lift truck is completed. Blocks
5. When loading/unloading a lift truck to or from the trailer, drive
the lift truck at slow speed by sitting on the seat with right
posture.
6. To prevent a loaded lift truck from moving during
transportation, apply blocks to the tires and secure it with wire
rope and/or chain before starting the trailer.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 4.16 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CHART
4.16 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CHART 4
This Inspection and Maintenance List describes those inspection and maintenance items operator can perform
himself and rough standard timing for doing them.
･ For other inspection and maintenance items not described in this manual, contact Komatsu Forklift distributor/
dealer.
･ Incorrect inspection, maintenance and repair services may cause critical accident or shorten machine service
life. For your safety operation, contact Komatsu Forklift distributor/dealer for inspection, maintenance and repair
services.
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4.16 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CHART INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CHART
[Q] indicates the inspection and maintenance service items recommended by Komatsu Forklift.
Inspection & Maintenance Intervals (hours) Replace-

Every 2 Every 1 Every 3 Every 6 Every 1 ment
Inspection & Maintenance Item Start-up Intervals
Inspection weeks month months months year
(100h) (200h) (600h) (1200h) (2400h) (month)
Checking of repaired abnormalities detected on
Q
previous day
Visual inspection (Walk around a lift truck for visual
inspection.)
･ Leakage of water and oil from various sections, Q
loosening of various sections, cracks, lubrication of
various sections
Front axle
Cracks, damage and deformation Q
Loosening of mount bolts and nuts Q
Abnormal noise Q
Oil leakage Q Q Q Q Q
TRAVELING EQUIPMENT
Engine oil level and contamination Q Q Q

Oil replacement Q Q 6
Rear axle
Cracks, damage and deformation Q
Loosening of mount bolts Q
Wheels (tires and rims)
Inflation pressure of tires Q Q Q Q Q
Tire crack, damage and uneven wear Q Q Q Q Q
Tire tread depth Q Q Q Q Q
Pinching of metallic pieces, pebbles and foreign
Q Q Q Q Q
matters
Loosening of wheel nuts and bolts Q Q Q Q Q
Deformation, cracks and damage to rims, discs and
Q Q Q Q Q
side rings
Play and abnormal noise of wheel bearing Q Q Q Q
Steering wheel
Operating state of steering wheel (run out, unstable
Q Q Q Q Q
driving and steering effort)
Amount of play, loosening and run-out Q Q Q Q Q
Steering valve
Oil leakage Q Q Q Q
Loosening and falling of mount bolts and nuts Q Q Q Q
STEERING SYSTEM
Knuckle
Play of king pin, joint and bearing Q Q Q Q
Cracks and damage Q Q
Tie rod
Cracks, damage, play and cracks of boots
Q Q
Loosening and falling of mount nuts
Steering mechanism
Minimum turning radius and steering angle Q
Loosening and falling of stopper bolts Q
Interference of steering wheel Q
Cylinder, hose and piping
Damage, cracking and aging of hose and piping Q Q Q Q
Looseness and interference Q Q Q Q
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(100h) (200h) (600h) (1200h) (2400h) (month)
Brake pedal
Play and clearance between the floor when depressed Q Q Q Q Q
Braking effect Q Q Q Q Q
Abnormality at depressing the brake pedal (mixing of air) Q
Parking Brake
Drawing force and operation of release button Q Q Q Q Q
Braking effect Q Q Q Q
Wear and damage of link and pin Q
BRAKING SYSTEM
Rod link and cable

Run-out, looseness, damage and missing cotter pin Q Q Q Q
Piping
Leakage Q Q Q Q Q
Damage and cracks Q Q Q Q
Loosening, falling and interference of clamp Q Q
Brake (hydraulic type)
Operating state of master cylinder and wheel cylinder Q
Oil leakage from and damage to master and wheel
Q Q Q Q Q
cylinders
Wheel cylinder mount bolts Q
Engine oil level and contamination in the reservoir tank Q Q Q Q Q
Replacement of brake fluid Q Q 6
Brake disc
Wear of disc Q
Lifting equipment in general
Operation and function of lifting equipment Q Q Q Q Q
Fork
Deformation, crack and wear of fork stopper pin Q Q Q Q Q
Opening of fork ends, height difference and bending Q Q Q Q
Crack at the root of fork and cracks of upper and lower
hooks Q Q Q Q
Checking of cracks using defect detector, etc. Q
LIFTING EQUIPMENT
Wear Q
Mast
Deformation, crack and damage of the mast Q Q Q Q
Play of roller bearing Q Q Q Q
Cracks and damage of welded portion of roller shaft Q Q Q Q
Play and damage of mast support portion Q Q Q Q
Loosening of mast support mounting bolts
Chain
Chain tension Q Q Q Q Q
Chain elongation Q Q
Cracks, deformation, damage and corrosion of chain Q Q Q Q Q
Chain lubrication Q Q Q Q Q
Deformation, damage and play of chain wheel Q Q Q Q
Deformation, damage and loosening of chain stopper Q Q Q Q
Hydraulic oil
Q Q Q Q Q
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Oil leakage
Engine oil level and contamination Q Q Q Q Q
Replacement of oil in the tank Q Q 6
Tank cleaning Q Q
Clogging of air breather Q Q
Line filter and strainer
Clogging and damage of strainer Q Q
Contamination, clogging and damage of line filter Q Q
Replacement of line filter Q Q 6
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4.16 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CHART INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

(100h) (200h) (600h) (1200h) (2400h) (month)
Piping (hose and piping)
Cracks, damage, aging, chaps, twists and the state of mounting Q Q Q Q
Loosening and falling of pipe clamps Q Q Q Q
Hydraulic pump
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Abnormal vibration and noise Q Q Q Q

Lift cylinder and tilt cylinder
Operating condition Q Q Q Q Q
Cylinder drift and tilt by itself Q Q Q Q
Dents, cracks, bends and scratches Q Q Q Q
Wear of tilt cylinder mount pins and loosening of mount bolts Q Q Q Q Q
Operating valve, and operating valve lever
Operating condition and play Q Q Q Q
Relief pressure Q
Solenoid valve
Operation, abnormal noise and heat and oil leakage Q
Traveling motor
Rotation, abnormal noise and odor of the motor Q Q Q
Attachment of foreign matters and damage Q Q Q
MOTOR

Lifting motor
Rotation, abnormal noise and odor of the motor Q Q Q
Attachment of foreign matters and damage Q Q Q
WIRING AND SENSOR CONTROL SYSTEM
Controller
Operating condition, abnormal noise and odor Q Q
Maximum motor current Q Q
Operating timing of contactor Q Q
Loosening, damage, wear of contactor and loosening of Q Q
mount
Loosening of fuse mount bolts Q Q
Wiring
Loosening of connecting sections (terminal, connector) Q Q
Damage, state of fixing and friction of wire harness and power
cable
Q Q
Damage and state of engagement of battery connector and plug Q Q
Micro switch and sensor
Operating condition and timing Q Q Q Q
Loosening, damage and wear of contact Q
Loosening of mount Q Q Q Q
Battery
Electrolyte level Q Q Q Q Q
BATTERY AND CHARGER
Electrolyte specific gravity Q Q Q Q

Voltage Q Q
Loosening and corrosion of terminal Q Q
Damage of cell and leakage of electrolyte Q
State of connection of connector, damage and loosening of bolts Q Q Q Q
Cleaning of top surfaces Q Q Q Q
Charger
Damage, play, and loosening of bolts of plug and receptacle Q Q Q Q
Operating voltage of voltage sensing relay Q Q
Timer operation, magnet switch operation and wear Q Q
Adjustment of supply voltage tap Q Q
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(100h) (200h) (600h) (1200h) (2400h) (month)
Frame
Cracks and deformation Q
Loosening and falling of mount bolts of sections Q
Seat
Adjustment and operation of locking device Q
Loosening and falling of mount bolts and nuts Q Q Q Q
Damage of seat belt and fixtures and locking operation Q Q
Display board
Damage and the state of mounting Q
TRUCK BODY AND SAFETY DEVICES
Overhead guard and load backrest

Loosening of mount bolts and nuts Q Q Q Q
Cracks, deformation and damage Q Q Q Q Q
Lighting device, warning devices (horn and backup buzzer)
and turn signal lamp, etc.
Operation (lighting and flashing state) and the state of Q Q Q
mounting
Contamination and damage of lens of various lamps, and Q Q Q
infiltration of water
Sound level of warning device (horn) Q
Instruments
Operating condition Q Q
Rear-view mirror and reflector
Contamination, damage and state of reflection Q Q
Number plate
Contamination and damage Q Q Q
lubricant
Lubricating state of various sections Q Q Q Q
Safety function
Travel interlock function Q Q Q Q Q
Lift interlock function Q Q Q Q Q
Neutral safety function Q Q Q Q Q
Warning against overlooking application of parking brake
Q Q Q Q Q
lever
COMPREHENSIVE TEST
Conduct traveling and lifting tests and verify functions

Operation of various devices Q Q Q Q Q
Abnormal vibration, noise, odor and heating Q Q Q Q Q
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4.17 PERIODIC REPLACEMENT OF SAFETY CRITICAL PARTS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
4.17 PERIODIC REPLACEMENT OF SAFETY CRITICAL PARTS 4
For your safety use of lift trucks, you are requested to always implement periodic replacement of parts listed in the
Periodic Replacement of Safety Critical Parts below related particularly to the safety and fires.
The material of these parts may change over time, or may easily wear or deteriorate. However, as it is difficult to
judge the condition of the parts simply by periodic maintenance, they should always be replaced after a fixed time
has passed, regardless of their condition. This is necessary to ensure that their full function is always maintained.
However, if these parts show any abnormality before the replacement interval has passed, they should be repaired
or replaced immediately.
If the hose clamps show any sign of deterioration such as deformation or cracking, replace them with the hoses
at the same time.
Note that the periodic replacement is not covered by warranty.
IMPORTANT PARTS LIST

No. Part name Years elapsed
1 Master cylinder, wheel cylinder cup and dust seal, etc. 1
2 Brake hose or tube 1-2
3 Reservoir tank and tube 2-4
4 Power steering hose 2
5 Rubber parts inside power steering system 2
6 Lift chain 2-4
7 Hydraulic hose for lifting mechanism 1-2
4-60
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 4.18 SERVICE DATA
4.18 SERVICE DATA 4
SERVICE DATA
Inspection item Unit FB10-12 FB14-12 FB15-12 FB15G-12

Front
kPa {kgf/cm2} 980 {10}
wheels
Tire inflation pressure
Rear
kPa {kgf/cm2} 830 {8.5}
wheels
Front
Nm {kgfm} 157 - 245 {16 - 25}
wheels
Tightening torque for hub nuts
Rear
Nm {kgfm} 157 - 245 {16 - 25}
wheels
Tightening torque for rim mating Rear
Nm {kgfm} 157 - 245 {16 - 25}
nuts wheels
Play of steering wheel mm 30 - 60
Brake pedal play mm 0-4
Parking brake lever operating effort N {kgf} 98 - 147 {10 - 15}
Relief valve set pressure MPa {kgf/cm2} 17.6 {180}
Elongation of lift chain
mm Max. 275.5
(length over 17 links)
Fork thickness (at base) mm Min. 26 Min. 30 Min. 32.5
Inspection item Unit FB18-12 FB18G-12 FB20A-12 FB20AG-12

Front
kPa {kgf/cm2} 980 {10} -
wheels
Tire inflation pressure
Rear
kPa {kgf/cm2} 830 {8.5} -
wheels
Front
Nm {kgfm} 157 - 245 {16 - 25}
wheels
Tightening torque for hub nuts
Rear
Nm {kgfm} 157 - 245 {16 - 25}
wheels
Tightening torque for rim mating Rear
Nm {kgfm} 157 - 245 {16 - 25}
nuts wheels
Play of steering wheel mm 30 - 60
Brake pedal play mm 0-4
Parking brake lever operating effort N {kgf} 98 - 147 {10 - 15}
Relief valve set pressure MPa {kgf/cm2} 17.6 {180}
Elongation of lift chain
mm Max. 275.5 Max. 330
(length over 17 links)
Fork thickness (at base) mm Min. 33 Min. 32.5
4-61
4.18 SERVICE DATA INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
BOLT TIGHTENING TORQUE

･ For unspecified metric bolts and nuts, use the torques specified
in this list.
･ Select a proper torque corresponding to the width across flats
(b) of bolts and nuts.
･ When replacing bolts and nuts, always use genuine Komatsu
Forklift parts of the same size as the previous ones.
Thread outside Width across Tightening torque Nm {kgfm}

diameter (a) mm flat (b) mm Within target allowable range
6 10 13 {1.35) 12 - 15 {1.2 - 1.5)
8 13 31 {3.2) 27 - 34 {2.8 - 3.5)
10 17 66 {6.7) 59 - 74 {6.0 - 7.5)
12 19 113 {11.5) 98 - 123 {10.0 - 12.5)
14 22 177 {18.0) 157 - 196 {16.0 - 20.0)
16 24 279 {28.5) 245 - 309 {25.0 - 31.5)
18 27 382 {39.0) 343 - 427 {35.0 - 43.5)
20 30 549 {56.0) 490 - 608 {50.0 - 62.0)
22 32 745 {76.0) 662 - 829 {67.5 - 84.5)
24 36 927 {94.5) 824 - 1030 {84.0 - 105.0)
27 41 1324 {135.0) 1177 - 1471 {120.0 - 150.0)
30 46 1716 {175.0) 1520 - 1912 {155.0 - 195.0)
33 50 2206 {225.0) 1961 - 2452 {200.0 - 250.0)
36 55 2746 {280.0) 2452 - 3040 {250.0 - 310.0)
39 60 3285 {335.0) 2893 - 3628 {295.0 - 370.0)
4-62
TECHNICAL DATA 5
55
5-1
5. TECHNICAL DATA TECHNICAL DATA
5. TECHNICAL DATA 5
1.2 Model Manufacturer's Designation FB10-12 FB14-12 FB15-12 FB18-12 FB20A-12

1.3 Power Type Electric, Diesel, Gasoline, LPG, Cable Electric Electric Electric Electric Electric
Characteristics
1.4 Operation Type Sitting Sitting Sitting Sitting Sitting

1.5 Rated Capacity Q Rated Capacity kg 1000 1350 1500 1750 2000
1.6 Load Center c Rated Load Center mm 500 500 500 500 500
1.6.1 Alternative Capacity Q2 Capacity@600mm Load Center kg 900 1210 1350 1570 1800
1.8 Load Distance x Front Axle Center to Fork Face mm 400 405 405 405 425
1.9 Wheelbase y mm 1410 1410 1410 1410 1470
2.1 Service Weight Including Min. Capacity Battery, See line 6.5 kg 2770 2790 2930 3170 3620
2.2 Front kg 3080 3680 3980 4400 5020
Weight
Loaded
2.2.1 Rear kg 690 460 450 520 600
Axle Loading
2.3 Front kg 1410 1440 1490 1490 1720
Unloaded
2.3.1 Rear kg 1360 1350 1440 1680 1900
Cushion, Elastic Cushion, Pneumatic,
3.1 Tire Type Pneumatic Pneumatic Pneumatic Pneumatic Elastic Cushion
Polyurethane
3.2 Front 18x7-8-16PR(I) 18x7-8-16PR(I) 18x7-8-16PR(I) 18x7-8-16PR(I) 200/50-10
Tire Size
Tires
3.3 Rear 16x6-8-10PR(I) 16x6-8-10PR(I) 16x6-8-10PR(I) 16x6-8-10PR(I) 16x6-8

3.5 Number of Wheel Front/Rear (x=driven) 2*/2 2*/2 2*/2 2*/2 2*/2
3.6 Tread, Front b10 mm 940 940 940 940 950
3.7 Tread, Rear b11 mm 865 865 865 865 865
4.1 Tilting Angle α/β Forward/Backward degree 6/10 6/10 6/10 6/10 6/10
4.2 Mast Height, Lowered h1 2-stage Mast mm 1995 1995 1995 1995 2110
4.3 Std. Free Lift h2 2-stage Std. Mast, from Ground mm 135 140 140 140 150
4.4 Std. Lift Height h3 2-stage Std. Mast, from Ground mm 3000 3000 3000 3000 3000
4.5 Mast Height, Extended h4 2-stage Std. Mast mm 3955 3955 3955 3955 3970
4.7 Height, Overhead Guard h6 mm 2070 2070 2070 2070 2070
4.19 Length, with Std. Forks l1 mm 2825 2980 2980 3015 3100
Dimensions
4.20 Length, to Fork Face l2 mm 2055 2060 2060 2095 2180

4.21 Width, at Tire b1 Single mm 1110 1110 1110 1110 1160
4.22 Forks s/e/l Thickness / Width / Length mm 31x100x770 35x100x920 35x100x920 35x100x920 36x122x920
4.23 Fork Carriage Class ISO 2328, Type A/B/no Class 2, Type A Class 2, Type A Class 2, Type A Class 2, Type A Class 2, Type A
4.24 Width, Fork Carriage b3 mm 970 970 970 970 970
4.31 m1 Under Mast mm 95 95 95 95 95
Ground Clearance
4.32 m2 at Center of Wheelbase mm 125 125 125 125 125
4.33 Right Angle Stacking Ast with L1000 x W1200 pallet mm 3150 3155 3155 3190 3275
4.34 Aisle Ast with L1200 x W800 pallet mm 3350 3355 3355 3390 3475
4.35 Turning Radius Wa mm 1750 1750 1750 1785 1850
5.1 Travel Speed (FWD) Loaded / Unloaded km/h 15.0/17.0 15.0/17.0 15.0/17.0 15.0/17.0 14.0/16.0
5.2 Lifting Speed Loaded / Unloaded mm/s 340/600 340/600 340/600 320/600 280/500
Performance
5.3 Lowering Speed Loaded / Unloaded mm/s 450/550 450/550 450/550 450/550 370/440
5.6 Max. Drawbar Pull Loaded, 3min. rating N 9560 9560 9560 9560 9045
5.8 Max. Gradeability Loaded, 3min. rating/1.5/h % 19 19 19 16 14
5.10 Service Brake Operation/Control Foot/Hydraulic Foot/Hydraulic Foot/Hydraulic Foot/Hydraulic Foot/Hydraulic
5.10.1 Parking Brake Operation/Control Hand/Mechanical Hand/Mechanical Hand/Mechanical Hand/Mechanical Hand/Mechanical
5.10.2 Steering Type FHPS FHPS FHPS FHPS FHPS
6.1 Drive Motor (AC) 60min.rating kW 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5
6.2 Pump Motor (AC) 5 min.rating kW 9.0 9.0 9.0 9.0 9.0
6.4 Battery Voltage V 48 48 48 48 48
Drive
6.4.1 Battery Capacity,Min Ah/5hr 330 330 402 402 468

6.4.2 Battery Capacity,Max Ah/5hr 565 565 565 565 565
6.5 Battery Weight Min.Capacity Battery,See line 6.4.1 kg 610 610 720 720 760
8.1 Drive Motor Control Transistor Transistor Transistor Transistor Transistor
Others
Relief Pressure
8.2 bar 176 176 176 176 176
Attachment
8.2.1 Reservoir Capacity Ltr 23 23 23 23 23
5-2
TECHNICAL DATA 5. TECHNICAL DATA
1.2 Model Manufacturer's Designation FB15G-12 FB18G-12 FB20AG-12

1.3 Power Type Electric, Diesel, Gasoline, LPG, Cable Electric Electric Electric
Characteristics
1.4 Operation Type Sitting Sitting Sitting

1.5 Rated Capacity Q Rated Capacity kg 1500 1750 2000
1.6 Load Center c Rated Load Center mm 500 500 500
1.6.1 Alternative Capacity Q2 Capacity@600mm Load Center kg 1350 1570 1800
1.8 Load Distance x Front Axle Center to Fork Face mm 405 405 425
1.9 Wheelbase y mm 1540 1540 1540
2.1 Service Weight Including Min. Capacity Battery, See line 6.5 kg 3270 3300 3660
2.2 Front kg 4040 4440 5030
Weight
Loaded
2.2.1 Rear kg 730 610 630
Axle Loading
2.3 Front kg 1630 1630 1790
Unloaded
2.3.1 Rear kg 1640 1670 1870
Cushion, Elastic Cushion, Pneumatic,
3.1 Tire Type Pneumatic Pneumatic Elastic Cushion
Polyurethane
3.2 Front 18x7-8-16PR(I) 18x7-8-16PR(I) 200/50-10
Tire Size
Tires
3.3 Rear 16x6-8-10PR(I) 16x6-8-10PR(I) 16x6-8

3.5 Number of Wheel Front/Rear (x=driven) 2*/2 2*/2 2*/2
3.6 Tread, Front b4 mm 940 940 950
3.7 Tread, Rear b3 mm 865 865 865
4.1 Tilting Angle α/β Forward/Backward degree 6/10 6/10 6/10
4.2 Mast Height, Lowered h1 2-stage Mast mm 1995 1995 2110
4.3 Std. Free Lift h2 2-stage Std. Mast, from Ground mm 140 140 150
4.4 Std. Lift Height h3 2-stage Std. Mast, from Ground mm 3000 3000 3000
4.5 Mast Height, Extended h4 2-stage Std. Mast mm 3955 3955 3970
4.7 Height, Overhead Guard h6 mm 2070 2070 2070
4.19 Length, with Std. Forks L1 mm 3115 3115 3170
Dimensions
4.20 Length, to Fork Face L2 mm 2195 2195 2250

4.21 Width, at Tire b1 Single mm 1110 1110 1160
4.22 Forks s/e/l Thickness / Width / Length mm 35x100x920 35x100x920 36x122x920
4.23 Fork Carriage Class ISO 2328, Type A/B/no Class 2, Type A Class 2, Type A Class 2, Type A
4.24 Width, Fork Carriage b2 mm 970 970 970
4.31 m1 Under Mast mm 95 95 95
Ground Clearance
4.32 m2 at Center of Wheelbase mm 125 125 125
4.33 Right Angle Stacking Ast with L1000 x W1200 pallet mm 3335 3335 3395
4.34 Aisle Ast with L1200 x W800 pallet mm 3535 3535 3595
4.35 Turning Radius Wa mm 1930 1930 1970
5.1 Travel Speed (FWD) Loaded / Unloaded km/h 15.0/17.0 15.0/17.0 14.0/16.0
5.2 Lifting Speed Loaded / Unloaded mm/s 340/600 320/600 280/500
Performance
5.3 Lowering Speed Loaded / Unloaded mm/s 450/550 450/550 370/440

5.6 Max. Drawbar Pull Loaded N 9560 9560 9045
5.8 Max. Gradeability Loaded % 16 16 14
5.10 Service Brake Operation/Control Foot/Hydraulic Foot/Hydraulic Foot/Hydraulic
5.10.1 Parking Brake Operation/Control Hand/Mechanical Hand/Mechanical Hand/Mechanical
5.10.2 Steering Type FHPS FHPS FHPS
6.1 Drive Motor (AC) 60min.rating kW 4.5 4.5 4.5
6.2 Pump Motor (AC) 5 min.rating kW 9.0 9.0 9.0
6.4 Battery Voltage V 48 48 48
Drive
6.4.1 Battery Capacity,Min Ah/5hr 645 645 645

6.4.2 Battery Capacity,Max Ah/5hr 725 725 725
6.5 Battery Weight Min.Capacity Battery,See line 6.4.1 kg 1000 1000 1000
8.1 Drive Motor Control Transistor Transistor Transistor
Others
Relief Pressure
8.2 bar 176 176 176
Attachment
8.2.1 Reservoir Capacity Ltr 23 23 23
5-3
INDEX 6
66
6-1
INDEX
INDEX
<A> <I>
ABOUT INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE ----------- 4-2 INCHING TRAVEL----------------------------------------- 3-32
ABOUT THIS MANUAL ------------------------------------ 1-2 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
ACTION TO TAKE IF THE FORK FAILS TO CHART ---------------------------------------------------- 4-55
LOWER ----------------------------------------------------4-49 INSPECTION CONDUCTED BY OPENING COVER
ADJUSTING PARKING BRAKE LEVER OPERATING AND HOOD ------------------------------------------------ 4-7
EFFORT ---------------------------------------------------4-24 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS ---------------------- 3-3
APPLICABLE MODEL AND SERIAL No. ---------------- 1-5
APPLICATION OF LIFT TRUCK -------------------------- 1-5
<L>
AUTOMATIC FORK LEVEL STOP FUNCTION
LIFT INTERLOCK FUNCTION --------------------------- 3-38
(OPTIONAL) ----------------------------------------------3-39
LIFT TRUCKS WITH COLD-STORAGE MODEL ----- 3-41
LOAD HANDLING OPERATION ------------------------ 2-23
<B> LOADING AND UNLOADING OF LIFT TRUCK ------- 4-54
BASIC LIFT OPERATION --------------------------------3-35 LONG-TERM STORAGE --------------------------------- 4-52
BASIC OPERATION ---------------------------------------3-25 LUBRICANT LIST ----------------------------------------- 4-20
BASIC PRECAUTIONS ----------------------------- 2-9,4-18
<M>
<C> MAINTENANCE FOR NEW LIFT TRUCK -------------- 1-6
CHARGING -------------------------------------------------4-33 MEMORANDUM (To be filled by Komatsu Forklift
CHECKING ABNORMALITIES DETECTED ON THE distributor) -------------------------------------------------- 1-7
PREVIOUS DAY ------------------------------------------ 4-4 MODEL AND SERIAL NO. LOCATION ----------------- 1-7
CHECKING AFTER OPERATION -----------------------3-38 MOUNTING/DISMOUNTING AND OPERATING
CHECKING AND REPORTING AFTER POSTURE ADJUSTMENT ----------------------------- 3-21
OPERATION ----------------------------------------------4-17
CHECKING BY SETTING THE STARTING SWITCH
TO [ | ] (ON) POSITION ---------------------------------4-12
<N>
NECESSARY INFORMATION OF LIFT TRUCK ------- 1-7
CHECKING FROM THE OPERATOR SEAT ----------4-10
CHECKING OF SAFETY FUNCTION-------------------4-15
CHECKING WHILE RUNNING THE TRUCK ----------4-13 <O>
CONVERSION OF BATTERY ---------------------------4-45 OPERATING DEVICES ----------------------------------- 3-15
CROSSING OVER STEPS AND DITCHES ------------3-33 OPERATING LIFT TRUCKS IN SPECIAL
ENVIRONMENT OR IN FORCIBLE WAY ------------ 4-48
<D> OPERATION ----------------------------------------------- 3-21
OPERATION ACCORDING TO THE
DIRECTION OF LIFT TRUCK ----------------------------- 1-5
CIRCUMSTANCE ---------------------------------------- 3-30
OPERATION OF ON-BOARD TYPE BATTERY
<E> CHARGER (ON-BOARD TYPE BATTERY
EXPLANATION OF COMPONENTS --------------------- 3-4 CHARGER MODEL) ------------------------------------- 4-35
OPERATION OF STATIONARY BATTERY
CHARGER (OPTION) ----------------------------------- 4-41
<F> OPERATION ON SNOWY AND FROZEN ROADS--- 3-33
FOR YOUR SAFETY --------------------------------------- 1-3
FORK SPREAD ADJUSTMENT -------------------------3-36
<P>
PERIODIC REPLACEMENT OF SAFETY CRITICAL
<G> PARTS----------------------------------------------------- 4-60
GENERAL VIEW -------------------------------------------- 3-2
PERIODICAL EXCHANGE PARTS ---------------------- 1-6
GENERAL VIEW OF LIFT TRUCK ------------------ 1-5,3-2
PLUGGING (ELECTRIC BRAKE) ----------------------- 3-32
GREASES AND FUEL ------------------------------------4-18
PRECAUTIONS FOR INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE ------------------------------------------ 2-28
<H> PROCEDURE FOR PICKING UP AND STACKING -- 3-37
HANDLING OF BATTERIES -----------------------------4-29 PROCEDURES FOR ALARM CODE OR ERROR
HOISTING AND TRANSPORTING THE LIFT CODE INDICATION ------------------------------------- 4-50
TRUCK ----------------------------------------------------2-36
HOISTING LIFT TRUCK ----------------------------------4-53 <Q>
HOW TO OPEN/CLOSE BATTERY HOOD ------------3-20
QUALIFICATION FOR OPERATION -------------------- 1-6
HOW TO OPERATE CONTROL LEVERS -------------3-35
HOW TO OPERATE METER PANEL -------------------3-12
HOW TO READ METER PANEL ------------------------- 3-4 <R>
REPLACING BULBS -------------------------------------- 4-28
6-2
INDEX
REPLACING FUSE ---------------------------------------- 4-25

REPLACING TIRES --------------------------------------- 4-22
RUNNING IN COLD WEATHER------------------------- 4-48
RUNNING IN NEW LIFT TRUCK --------------------------1-6
<S>
SAFETY INDICATORS -------------------------------------1-4
SAFETY LABEL----------------------------------------------2-2
SERVICE -----------------------------------------------------1-6
SERVICE DATA ------------------------------------------- 4-61
SHIFTING DIRECTION ----------------------------------- 3-27
SIGNAL WORDS --------------------------------------------1-3
SIMPLE MAINTENANCE --------------------------------- 4-18
STARTING-------------------------------------------------- 3-25
START-UP INSPECTION --------------------2-15,3-21,4-2
STOPPING ------------------------------------------------- 3-27
STRUCTURE AND STABILITY OF THE LIFT TRUCK
(TO PREVENT LIFT TRUCK FROM TIPPING) ----- 2-37
<T>
TECHNICAL DATA ------------------------------------------5-2
TEMPORARY STOPPING AND PARKING ------------ 3-28
TRAVEL INTERLOCK FUNCTION---------------------- 3-34
TRAVELING ------------------------------------------------ 3-26
TRAVELING ON SLOPES ------------------------------- 3-30
TRAVELING THE LIFT TRUCK ------------------------- 2-16
TURNING --------------------------------------------------- 3-27
<U>
UNITS OF MEASURE --------------------------------------1-5
USE OF KOMATSU FORKLIFT GENUINE PARTS
AND OILS ---------------------------------------------------1-6
<W>
WALK AROUND A LIFT TRUCK --------------------------4-4
WASHING LIFT TRUCK ---------------------------------- 4-51
6-3
FB10/20-12 FORKLIFT TRUCK
Form No. ABA12E1-01
PRINTED IN JAPAN
12-06 (01) 05001

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ABA12E1-01

ELECTRIC LIFT TRUCK

1.1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL 1

･ Read this manual carefully and understand it fully.

Storage location for Operation and Maintenance Manual

1.2 FOR YOUR SAFETY 1

1.2.1 SIGNAL WORDS 1

Example of safety message using signal word

Other signal words

REMARKS - - - - Useful information.

1.2.2 SAFETY INDICATORS 1

EXAMPLE OF VERBAL SAFETY INDICATOR

EXAMPLE OF PICTORIAL SAFETY INDICATOR

1.3 APPLICABLE MODEL AND SERIAL No. 1

Model type Serial No.

1.4 GENERAL VIEW OF LIFT TRUCK 1

1.4.1 APPLICATION OF LIFT TRUCK 1

1.4.2 DIRECTION OF LIFT TRUCK 1

1.5 UNITS OF MEASURE 1

1.6 QUALIFICATION FOR OPERATION 1

1.7 RUNNING IN NEW LIFT TRUCK 1

1.7.1 RUNNING IN NEW LIFT TRUCK 1

1.7.2 MAINTENANCE FOR NEW LIFT TRUCK 1

1.8.1 PERIODICAL EXCHANGE PARTS 1

1.8.2 USE OF KOMATSU FORKLIFT GENUINE PARTS AND OILS 1

1.9 NECESSARY INFORMATION OF LIFT TRUCK 1

1.9.1 MEMORANDUM (To be filled by Komatsu Forklift distributor) 1

1.9.2 MODEL AND SERIAL NO. LOCATION 1

LIFT TRUCK SERIAL NO. PLATE LOCATION

LIFT TRUCK EMBOSSED SERIAL NO. LOCATION

2.6.8 AVOID GETTING CAUGHT UP BY THE MAST OR FALLING OFF-----------------------------------2-30

4. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4-1

2.1 SAFETY LABEL 2

2.1.1 SAFETY LABEL STICKING POSITIONS 2

Surface of battery hood Inside of battery hood

Rear side of operator’s seat

No. Safety labels name Position

1 Seating capacity Right inside of the overhead guard

2 Caution before operation Right inside of the overhead guard

Avoiding danger if lift truck tips over during

6 Hoist the truck by designated positions Outer side of head stay

Prohibit the operator from riding on the forks

Inside of battery hood (top left-hand side of controller

Do not step on the counterbalanceweight

14 Emergency stop button Front side of emergency stop button

2.1.2 SAFETY LABELS 2

(1) Seating capacity (3EB-96-54110)

(2) Caution before operation (3EB-96-54120)

(3) Take a right posture while operating truck (3EB-96-59231)

IF THE TRUCK SEEMS TO TIP OVER ANY MOMENT

(5) Caution to avoid getting hand caught (3EB-96-25121)

(6) Hoist the truck by designated positions (3BA-96-59140)

(7) Caution when hoisting the lift truck (3BA-96-72640)

(9) Caution when closed the battery hood (3BA-96-72611)

(10) Caution to avoid getting caught (37B-1QL-5030)

(11) Caution when handling battery (3BB-96-36840)

(12) Do not step on a counterbalanceweight cover

(13) Precaution when washing lift truck (37B-1QC-5030)

(14) Emergency stop button (3BA-96-72620)

(15) Caution before operation (09651-A0481)

2.2 BASIC PRECAUTIONS 2

2.2.1 FOLLOW RULES 2

･ Only the trained and qualified persons are allowed to operate