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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
•
Comply with all
WARNING
and instruction decals attached to the Liftgate.
•
Keep decals clean and legible. If decals are illegible or missing, replace them. Free replacement
decals are available from
Maxon Customer Service
.
•
Consider the safety and location of bystanders and location of nearby objects when operating the
Liftgate. Stand to one side of the platform while operating the Liftgate.
•
Wear appropriate safety equipment such as protective eyeglasses, faceshield and clothing while
performing maintenance on the Liftgate and handling the battery. Debris from drilling and contact
with battery acid may injure unprotected eyes and skin.
•
Do not allow untrained persons or children to operate the Liftgate.
• Be careful working by an automotive type battery. Make sure the work area is well ventilated and
there are no
fl
ames or sparks near the battery. Never lay objects on the battery that can short the
terminals together. If battery acid gets in your eyes, immediately seek
fi
rst aid. If acid gets on your
skin, immediately wash it off with soap and water.
• If an emergency situation arises (vehicle or Liftgate) while operating the Liftgate, release the con-
trol switch to stop the Liftgate.
•
Read and understand the instructions in this
Installation Manual
before installing Liftgate.
•
Before operating the Liftgate, read and understand the operating instructions in
Operation
Manual
.
• A correctly installed Liftgate operates smoothly and reasonably quiet. The only noticeable noise
during operation comes from the power unit while the platform is raised and lowered. Listen for
scraping, grating and binding noises and correct the problem before continuing to operate Liftgate.
NOTICE
NOTICE
•
Maxon Lift is responsible for the instructions to correctly install
MAXON
Liftgates on
trucks or trailers only.
•
Liftgate installers, not Maxon Lift, are responsible for reviewing and complying with all
applicable Federal, State, and Local regulations pertaining to the trailer or truck.
•
Installers of the liftgate should ensure that all trucks and trailers are equipped with grab
handles as needed. Refer to Technology Maintenance Council (TMC) RP 1428: Entry
And Egress Guidelines for Vehicles With Fold-Under Type Liftgates.
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