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OPERATION
Only authorized personnel are to operate lift
Read operating and safety procedures manual completely before operating lift.
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Properly maintain and inspect lift in accordance to owner
’
s manual.
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Do not operate a lift that is damaged or in need of repair.
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Allow only authorized personnel in the lift bay.
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Stay clear of Lift when raising or lowering (NO RIDERS)
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Keep hands and feet away from pinch points at all times.
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Never override the Lifts operating and safety controls.
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If a vehicle is suspected of falling, clear area immediately.
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Do not rock vehicle while positioned on lift.
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Always use safety jack stands when removing or installing heavy components.
Vehicle Loading
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Position vehicle for proper weight distribution (center of gravity should be midway between adapters).
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Swing arms under vehicle to allow adapters to contact at the manufacturer
’
s recommended pick up points.
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Use caution before lifting pickup trucks, SUV
’
s and other framed vehicles.
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The individual axle weight capacity should not exceed 1/2 of lift capacity.
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Make sure vehicle is neither front nor rear heavy.
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Make sure the lifting pads are in a proper and safe position to support the vehicle.
Raising Lift
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Push Up switch to raise lift (make sure arm restraints engage or stop and slightly move arm to allow gear to mesh)
until tires clear floor.
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Stop and check for secure contact on adapters and vehicle weight distribution. If secure raise to desired height.
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ALWAYS lower the lift into the nearest lock position by pressing the lower lever to relieve the hydraulic pressure
and let the latch set right in a lock position.
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Never work under a lift that is not in the locked position.
Lowering Lift
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Clear all obstacles from under lift and vehicle and ensure only the lift operator is in the lift area.
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Stay clear of lift and raise the lift off the safety locks by 2
”
.
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Pull safety latch releases cable ring one by one on each carriage and press the lower lever to begin descent.
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Unload lift by first completely lowering lift, then swinging arms to drive through position before moving vehicle.
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