Toyota Pallet Truck 8TB50

Warning: Ensure the truck is OFF and the battery connector is disconnected before starting the procedure.

Is the brake switch installed within 5/16 in. (8 mm) of the adjusting rod?

Is the amber LED on the switch ON when the mechanical actuator is within 5/16 in. (8 mm)?

Does the amber LED remain ON when the mechanical actuator gap exceeds 3/8 in. (9.6 mm)? If yes, replace the switch.

Adjust the switch using the nuts on the barrel of the brake (deadman) switch.

Is the power disconnected (amber LED OFF) when the handle is approximately 10 degrees from fully raised or fully lowered for 8HBC30 and 8HBE30 or 8HB40?

Is the power disconnected (amber LED OFF) when the parking brake is ON for 8HBC30/40 and 8TB50 with fixed-position handle?

Did the truck operate correctly during the test?

Sign off on the brake switch adjustment

Control head assembly removed successfully

Wiring disconnected and jam nut on the switch loosened

Upload a photo of the removed jog trigger

Jog trigger replaced and wiring reconnected

Lower control housing and lower control handle cover reinstalled

CAUTION: Verify that all control handle functions operate correctly before placing truck back in service.

All control handle functions operate correctly?

Sign off on the jog pick change

Pallet Entry Wheels/Sliders: Check and replace damaged wheels/sliders as necessary.

WARNING: Use extreme care when the truck is jacked up. Keep hands and feet clear from the vehicle while jacking the truck. After the truck is jacked, put solid blocks beneath it to hold it. Do not rely on the jack alone to hold the truck.

6000 lb. Models (Single Pallet)

- Raise the forks and block them in the raised position. See “Jacking Safety” on page 2-9.

- Remove the two lock nuts and bolts from the bottom of the entry slider bracket. See Figure 6-99.

- Insert the two 1/4-20 bolts through the slider bracket and slider. Secure with a lock nut. See Figure 6-99.;

Drive Unit: Change fluid. See “Drive Housing Lubrication” on page 6-58.

Remove the drain plug from the bottom of the gear housing cover and let the oil drain. See Figure 6-72.

After the oil has drained completely, flush the housing with a suitable solvent and permit it to drain.

Install the drain plug. See Figure 6-72.

Fill the drive housing with the specified gear oil through the fill plug opening in the top cover of the drive unit. The drive housing will hold 2.9 quarts (2.75 liters) of gear oil. Do not overfill.

CAUTION: Do not open the Traction Power Amplifier (TPA). Opening the TPA could cause damage to it and will void the warranty.

Truck turned OFF and battery connector disconnected

Capacitors in the TPA discharged by connecting a load across the TPA’s B+ and B– terminals

Dirt or corrosion removed from the power cable terminals

TPA wiped with a moist rag and let dry before connecting the battery

Power cable connections are tight and cables are not stressed

Sign off on the Traction Power Amplifier Cleaning