Anthony Lifgtates, Inc.
36
MRT Models
www.anthonyliftgates.com
800-482-0003
6. Operation Section
6.1 General Safety Operating Instructions
The following is a list of
Do’s
and
Don’ts
for the
operation of the liftgate.
Do’s
✔
Read and follow warning decals, operating decals, and
owners manual(s).
✔
Keep all decals in place and legible and retain the
owners manual(s) in the vehicle or all Warranties are
void.
✔
Make sure the vehicle is properly and securely braked
before using the liftgate.
✔
Keep yourself clear of all moving parts.
✔
Make sure the area where the platform will be
functioning (up, down, open, and close) is free of
obstructions and people before operating the liftgate.
✔
Make sure the platform area, including the area in
which loads may fall from the platform, is clear before,
during, and at all times while operating the liftgate.
✔
Always place the load as close to the center of the
platform as possible. Also, position the load as close
to the center of the truck’s rear sill as possible.
✔
Make sure the slide runners move smoothly inside the
H-frame columns with no unusual noise or vibration.
✔
Only operate the liftgate with the Up/Down control
mounted on the H-frame column or using an optional,
inside van control.
✔
Follow a complete, thorough lubrication and
maintenance schedule as directed by this manual.
✔
Check the oil level in the hydraulic tank monthly.
Change the oil if it is dirty or contaminated using
Dexron III ATF hydraulic oil or Hyken Glacial Blue. For
cold weather operation, we recommend Hyken Glacial
Blue.
✔
Visually inspect your liftgate frequently and keep it
properly adjusted.
✔
Visually inspect the platform chains and replace them if
signs of wear or damage are present.
✔
Repair any damage to the liftgate to prevent accidents.
✔
Place the liftgate into the storage position when the
liftgate is not in use.
Don’ts
✘
Do not overload the platform. The maximum rated
capacity is based on an evenly distributed load on the
platform’s fl at surface.
✘
Do not ride on the liftgate. Always stand clear of the
liftgate when it is operating.
✘
Do not allow children to play around or operate the
liftgate.
✘
Do not allow your liftgate to be used by persons not
familiar with its operation.
✘
Do not crash your liftgate into loading docks or other
objects which can infl ict serious damage to the liftgate.
✘
Do not use your liftgate if it shows signs of abuse or
fails to operate freely and smoothly.
✘
Do not allow the motor/pump to run after the liftgate is
fully raised and has stopped moving.
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Do not use brake fl uid in the hydraulic reservoir.
✘
Do not bounce the platform by pushing and releasing
the control button/switch abruptly.
✘
Do not use the liftgate for anything other than its
intended use of loading and unloading cargo.
✘
Do not operate lift trucks on or over any part of the
platform.
✘
Do not stand in the platform’s work area while
operating the liftgate or place any object under the
liftgate work area.
✘
Do not drive the truck unless the liftgate is in the stored
position.
