Yale Forklift ERC070HG/ERC080HG/ERC100HG-39/ERC100HG-45/ERC120HG - Operating Manual - Safety and Operator Training

Oct 23, 2026

Operating instructions manual for Yale electric lift trucks including ERC070HG, ERC080HG, ERC100HG-39, ERC100HG-45, and ERC120HG. Provides safety requirements for owners, users, and operators, emphasizing training, operator alertness, understanding lift truck capabilities and limits, and reading warnings and operating procedures. Includes guidance on qualified supervision for new operators, safety label meanings, operator protection equipment, instruments and controls, display panel features, status codes, and maintenance schedules and procedures.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryHealthcare

FormatPDF

Pages46

Reading Time1 h 56 min

AccessFree to download

FOREWORD

Safety responsibilities and training requirements

Operator protection equipment, nameplate, and safety labels

Instruments and Controls

Display panel features and indicators

Operating Procedures

Know your lift truck; stability and capacity

Inspection before operation

Operating techniques and load handling

Maintenance

Maintenance schedule and procedures

Inspection items and serial number data

Disabled Truck Recovery and Attachments

OPERATING MANUAL ERC070HG,ERC080HG,ERC100HG-39,ERC100HG-45,ERC120HG DO NOT REMOVE THIS MANUAL FROM THIS UNIT PART NO.524143400 YALECOBRORATION TO OWNERS,USERS,AND OPERATORS: The safe and efficient operation of a lift truck requiresskill and alertness on the partof the operator.To developthe skill required the operator must; · receive training,pursuant to OSHA 1910.178(1)dated12/98,in the proper operation of THIS lift truck. · understand the capabilities and limitations of the lifttruck. · become familiar with the construction of the lift truckand see that it is maintained in good condition. ·read and understand the warnings and operating pro-cedures in this manual. In addition a qualified person,experienced in lift truck op-eration,must guide a new operator through several driv-ing and load handling operations before the new operatorattempts to operate the lift truck alone. FOREWORD your unit.If you have a question about any item de-scribed,contact your dealer for YALE lift trucks. Additional information that describes the safe operationand use of lift trucks is available from the followingSources: ·employment safety and health standards or regula-tions (Examples:"Occupational Safety and HealthStandards (USA),"Canada Material Handling Regula-tions". ·safety codes and standards(Example:American Na-tional Standard,ANSI B56.1,Safety Standard For LowLift And High Lit Trucks. · publications from government safety agencies,govern·ment insurers,private insurers and private organiza-tions(Example:Accident Prevention Manual For In-dustrial Operations,from the National Safety Council). FOREWORD It is the responsibility of the employer to make sure thatthe operator can see,hear,and has the physical andmental ability to operate the equipment safely. Various laws and regulations require the employer to trainlift truck operators.These laws and regulations include: Occupational Safety and Health Act (USA) Canada Material Handling Regulations NOTE:A comprehensive operator training program is avail-able from YALE COMPANY.Forfurther details,contact yourdealer for YALE lift trucks. This Operating Instructions manual contains informa-tion necessary for the operation and maintenance of a ba-sic fork lift truck.Optional equipment is sometimes in-stalled that can change some operating characteristicsdescribed in this manual.Make sure the necessary in-structions are available and understood before operatingthe lift truck. Some of the components and systems described in thisOperating Instructions manual will NOT be installed on “Guide for Users of Industrial Lift Trucks”describes lifttruck safety,good maintenance practices,and trainingprograms.Available from your dealer for YALE lifttrucks. NOTE:YALE lift trucks are not intended for use on publicroads. NOTE:The following symbols and words indicate safety in- formation in this manual: WARNING Indicates a condition that can cause death or injury! CAUTION Indicates a condition that can cause injury or propertydamage! OPERATOR PROTECTION EQUIPMENT …………8 NAMEPLATE………………………………………………………………9 SAFETY LABELS……………………………………………………………9 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS………………………14 DISPLAY PANEL FEATURES …………………………20 Descriptions Of Common Features……………………20 LED SYMBOL INDICATORS………………………………20 LCD SCREEN ………………………………………………………20 BATTERY DISCHARGE INDICATOR(BDI).. 20 SERVICE REMINDER ……………………………………………21 STATUS CODES…………………………………………………21 HOURMETER………………………………………………………21 Normal Sequence Of Operation- Standard Display Panel…………………………………………22 Additional Features Of Premium Display Panel 22 Descriptions Of Additional Features…………………23 LCD SCREEN ………………………………………………………23 CONTENTS Load Handling, How To Engage And Disengage A Load ……47 Load Handling. Travelling…………………………………………………50 HIGHWAY TRUCK,RAILROAD CARS AND DOCKS…………………………………………………………………………53 ATTACHMENTS………………………………………………………55 STOPPING…………………………………………………55 PARKI

FAQs

What training and supervision are required for new lift truck operators?

Operators must receive proper training pursuant to OSHA 1910.178(1). A qualified person must guide a new operator through several driving and load handling operations before operating alone.

What do the safety warnings and cautions mean in this manual?

The manual defines WARNING as a condition that can cause death or injury, and CAUTION as a condition that can cause injury or property damage.

What sections are included for operating and maintaining the lift truck?

The manual covers operator protection equipment, instruments and controls, display panel features, operating procedures (including inspection before operation and operating techniques), and maintenance schedules and maintenance procedures.

Oct 23, 2026

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