Reducing Fuel Waste & Enhancing Forklift Safety
The ‘Idle Limiter’ is an automatic cut off device designed for internal combustion engine forklifts. The microprocessor based control system is designed to save you money on excess fuel expenditure. It’s also a very important Health & Safety device as it will turn off trucks automatically that have been left running when unattended.
The ‘Idle Limiter’ achieves this by cutting the truck out after a pre-set of time if the seat is left unoccupied or if the driver is sitting there with the engine idling.
Benefits
- Improve site safety
- Save money on fuel
- Protect against excessive engine wear
- Reduce engine hours
- Reduce hire costs
Customizable Engine Cut-Off for Efficiency & Safety
The Idle limiter system can look at two parameters, the seat switch if a truck has one fitted and the alternator if a “W” terminal is available. The system is designed to have both options working at the same time or one or the other.
The time out function is adjustable and we manufacture two different versions. Version one is up to two minutes with increments of twenty seconds. The second version is up to every minutes with increments of sixty seconds. Both versions are supplied as a professional kit with full installation instructions and everything necessary to install the system. For more information on a technical installation please contact your nearest FTC SS agent. FTC Safety Solutions Limited can provide a full training and installation programme.
Frequently asked questions
How does the Idle Limiter work?
The Idle Limiter system monitors two parameters:
- Seat Switch: If the seat is unoccupied, the engine will be automatically turned off after a set period.
- Alternator “W” Terminal: If available, the system can also monitor the alternator and cut off the engine if no load is detected.
The system will turn off the forklift’s engine if either of these conditions is met after a specified idle period.
What are the benefits of using the Idle Limiter system?
- Improved Site Safety: By automatically turning off idle forklifts, the Idle Limiter reduces the risk of accidents related to unattended or idling machines.
- Fuel Savings: It helps reduce unnecessary fuel consumption by cutting off engines when they are left running idle.
- Protection Against Engine Wear: Reduces the chances of excessive engine wear caused by prolonged idling.
- Reduced Engine Hours: Minimises engine hours, which helps in extending the lifespan of the forklift.
- Lower Hire Costs: By increasing fuel efficiency and reducing engine wear, companies can lower maintenance and hire costs.
What is included with the Idle Limiter system?
The system comes as a complete kit, including all necessary parts and detailed installation instructions for easy setup. FTC SS also offers full training and installation programs if needed.
How does the Idle Limiter contribute to reducing fuel costs?
By cutting off the engine after a set idle period, the system eliminates unnecessary fuel consumption, resulting in lower fuel costs over time. This can lead to significant savings, especially in environments with high forklift usage.