Drive
AC Transistor Traction Control
AC technology offers smooth acceleration and directional changes, proportional regenerative braking and the Auto Deceleration System. The controller converts battery power to three phase AC power, and adjusts frequency and current to meet performance demands. Performance control settings and extensive diagnostics are accessible by technicians through the display or a PC. A Vehicle System Manager (VSM) utilizing CANbus technology monitors and controls key truck components and systems. The advanced thermal management system monitors component temperature and gradually adjusts performance to prevent damage to key components.
Automatic Park Brake
The ERP-VM lift truck features a standard automatic park brake that is applied by a spring when the truck is stationary. Upon sensing a demand at the accelerator pedal, the brake is released and held “off.” A manual override (located underneath the floor plate) is provided to disengage the brake if the truck has to be moved during service conditions or in the absence of power.
Wet Disc Brakes
The brake system features standard oil-cooled wet disc brakes which are internal to the drive axle housing, protecting them against dirt and moisture. These low pedal effort brakes require no adjustments and very little maintenance, yet provide long service life.
Power-assist braking
Power-assist braking is accomplished via the VSM. The VSM monitors brake line pressure. When this pressure exceeds a set threshold the VSM sends a signal to the traction controller to decelerate the traction motor proportionally to the brake pressure. The higher the brake pedal pressure being applied, the more quickly the truck will decelerate. The master cylinder is sealed and has a fluid level sensor that illuminates an icon on the display if low. The standard Auto Deceleration System automatically slows the truck when the operator’s foot is removed from the accelerator pedal, extending brake life.
Voltage
The ERP-VM lift truck uses an 80-volt electrical system for high performance and long run time to meet a variety of application requirements. An operator presence system reduces the possibility of inadvertent truck movement.