Bri-Mar DI-100, Owner'S Manual

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
All dump insert units are shipped with an Installation Kit containing (2)
battery cables, installation manual and (4) steel clamps. Please check to
make sure all items are on hand before installation. The installer must
provide bolts and plate washers.
1. Remove tailgate from truck.
2. Hydraulic fluid reservoir is shipped full, but may need to be “topped off.”
Before operating, fill hydraulic fluid to 1/2” from top of tank with dumper in
down position. Use only Dextron ATF fluid.
3. Connect battery cables provided to hydraulic pump.
4. Slide dumper into truck bed, checking for proper clearance.
Rear cross member of dumper frame must not extend beyond truck bed.
Allow 1/2” to 1 1/2” minimum clearance between dumper pump and
front wall of truck bed.
5. Remove shipping straps from the front of the dumper.
6. Secure power cables. Run battery cables to positive and negative terminal of
battery.
Extreme care should be taken when positioning cables.
Keep cables clear of exhaust system and protect at points of rubbing and
sharp edges.
Do not expose cables below truck frame and prevent from drooping.
Keep cables clear of dumper body where it rests on frame.
7. Push unit forward and position dumper properly in truck bed, and using
remote unit, raise it.
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL LOWERING,
BLOCK UNIT IN RAISED POSITION
FOR INSTALLATION AND SERVICING
Prop is provided for blocking. Do not block under loaded condition.
8. Four clamps are provided for easy installation of your dumper. Set the
clamps over the sides of the frame at points B and C (refer to diagram, page
7).
Clamps at location C must be positioned over rear cross member on
sub-frame.
Clamps at position C should be placed as close to the hinge points as
possible.
When possible, use bolt holes provided by front and rear bed bolts. If
truck bed is welded, holes must be drilled into frame or cross member.
Do Not Mount To Bed Sheet; Unit Must Be Bolted To Truck Frame Or
Cross Member!