Nussbaum HL2150.034-7016, Operating Manual

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6 OPI-POWER LIFT HDL 15000 - HDL 18000-V1.0-EN
• Shall use only spare parts that comply with the tech-
nical requirements specified by the manufacturer.
• Shall ensure that loose screws, nuts, and bolts are
firmly tightened after maintenance.
• Shall not modify the Lift without written consent of
Nussbaum.
• Shall ensure that these instructions are maintained
and available to all personnel that install, use or
maintain the lift. This document contains import-
ant information about installation, operation, and
maintenance of the automotive Lift. Any chang-
es to the installation and or location of the auto-
motive Lift must be documented.
1.4 Lift operator responsibilities
• Shall read and understand all safety and warning
instructions in the manual or affixed to the lift.
• Shall be trained to operate and use the HDL
15000-18000 Lift for its designed use.
• Shall be familiar with accident prevention and
basic labor safety regulations.
• Shall not allow unauthorized personnel to operate
the Lift.
Information of warning
Pay close attention to the danger and important in-
formation symbols shown below. Carefully read all
marked passages throughout this manual.
Danger! This sign indicates danger
to life. Improper handling of the de-
scribed operation may cause serious
injury or death.
!
Caution! This sign warns against possible dam-
age to the automotive Lift or other material de-
fects in case of improper handling.
i
Attention! This sign indicates an important func-
tion or note.
1.5 Safety regulations
The Safety Regulations must be ob-
served and strictly adhered to while
working with the automotive Lift. Read
the safety regulations and the ANSI/
ALI ALOIM manual included with the
lift documentation carefully before
working with the Lift!
Important safety instructions – read all instructions
• The total weight of the lifted vehicle must not ex -
ceed 15000 pounds (HDL 15000) / 18000 pounds
(HDL 18000).
• The automotive Lift must be in its lowest position,
and the Lift Carry Arms must be swung out before
a vehicle can be driven into the Lift area.
• Total load must be distributed evenly on all arms.
• The Lift must not be installed in a hazardous loca-
tion or in washing bays.
• The Lift must be checked by a service technician
after initial installation and after repairs or chang-
es have been made to the Lift.
• The operating and maintenance instructions must
be followed while working with the Lift.
• Pre-check low clearance or specially equipped
vehicles for ample clearance to avoid damage
to the vehicle and/or Lift.
• Only trained personnel are to operate the Lift.
• No one is to stand within the working area (dan-
ger area) during vehicle lifting and lowering op-
erations.
• No one is to occupy a vehicle during any phase
of Lift operation.
• No one is to climb onto the automotive Lift when
in a raised position.
• For unusual vehicles you may choose to instruct
the user to contact Nussbaum for lifting advice.
• The main electrical switch must be switched off
and locked out or tagged out according to OSHA
Regulations before maintenance or repair work is
performed on the Lift.
• The operator must continue to observe the vehi-
cle and Lift throughout the lifting or lowering op-
eration.
• Check the center of gravity of the vehicle if heavy
parts, such as the engine are removed.
• If heavy parts such as the engine must be re-
moved, the center of gravity will change. Secure
the vehicle before removing parts to avoid the
possibility of the vehicle becoming insecure.
• Read all instructions before operating lift.
• Care must be taken as burns may occur from
touching hot parts.
• Do not operate the Lift with a damaged cord or
if the Lift has been damaged – until it has been
examined by a qualified service person.
• To reduce the risk of fire, do not operate Lift in the
vicinity of open containers of flammable liquids
(gasoline).
• Adequate ventilation should be provided when
working on operating internal combustion en-
gines.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of
body away from moving parts.
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only
manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
• Always wear safety glasses. Everyday eyeglass-
es only have impact resistant lenses, they are not
safety glasses.
• The proper positioning of the carrier plate below
the vehicle is to be checked again after the vehi-
cle has been raised slightly.
• After each set down of the vehicle, check the lift-