John Bean 410A6M, Instruction Manual

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3. Never attempt to overload the lift. The manufacturer’s rated capacity is shown on
the serial number tag.
4. Operating controls, DO NOT OVERRIDE the automatic safety devices
incorporated into the Mid-Rise lift. Press the “UP” button on the front face of the
power pack motor to go up. Work on vehicle when the mechanical safety lock on
the lift is activated.. To lower, raise the lift up until the automatic safety release
device trips, then press down on the control lever.
5. Only trained and authorized personnel should operate the lift. Do not allow
customers or bystanders to operate the lift or be in the work area.
6. Position the lifting arms of rubber lift blocks to contact the vehicle manufacturer’s
recommended lifting points. Raise the lift until the pads contact the vehicle.
Check pads for secure contact with the vehicle, then raise the lift to the
mechanical safety working height.
7. Always keep the lift area free of obstruction and debris. Grease and oil spills
should be cleaned up immediately.
NOTE: When positioning a vehicle over the lift, take time to center the load front-to-rear
and side-to-side. The removal or installation of some vehicle parts may cause a
critical shift in the center of gravity and may cause the vehicle to become
unstable.
8. Before driving on or off the lift make certain that the lift is completely in the
down position, the lifting arms are in the stowed position and that the lifting pads
are in the down position.
NOTE: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THE LIFT IF ANY PART IS
NOT WORKING PROPERLY OR IF YOU HAVE NOT READ THE
COMPLETE OPERATING INSTRUCTION MANUAL.