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PENTALIFT EQUIPMENT CORPORATION
M086R06
December 8, 2017 10:37 AM
LDL Dock Lift Owners Manual
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
USE BY UNTRAINED PEOPLE CAN RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY
OR DEATH. READ, KNOW, AND OBEY ALL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY
INFORMATION. FOLLOW ALL OSHA REGULATIONS REGARDING THE USE OF THIS
EQUIPMENT. DO NOT USE THE DOCK LIFT IF ANY PART OF IT LOOKS BROKEN OR
IF IT DOES NOT SEEM TO OPERATE PROPERLY. IF REPAIRS ARE NEEDED, CONTACT
YOUR PENTALIFT REPRESENTATIVE.
DO NOT INSTALL, OPERATE OR SERVICE THIS PRODUCT UNLESS YOU HAVE READ
AND FULLY UNDERSTAND THE ENTIRE CONTENTS OF THIS MANUAL. FAILURE TO
DO SO MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY OR DEATH.
1. NEVER EXCEED THE MAXIMUM RATED CAPACITY OF THE DOCK LIFT.
(i.e. The maximum load for a 3,000 lb.
rated unit is 3,000 lb. with the load center at the center of the platform.) Typically, the single axle load capacity across
the ends is 75% of the rated capacity. The single axle load across the sides is 50% of the rated capacity. Refer to
the specification plate (See “Figure 2: Safety Label and Decal Locations” on page 3) for each dock lift’s particular
rating.
NOTE:
The load is defined as the entire weight applied to the platform of the dock lift including all loading/unloading
equipment, etc. If you are unsure in any way as to the suitability of this product to your application, consult a
Pentalift representative prior to using the dock lift.
2.
Do not apply shock loads to the unit. (I.e. Do not drop loads onto the platform, lower loads onto the platform at a
high rate of speed, stop unit abruptly or jog in lower range of travel.) Do not load or unload the dock lift while it is in
motion. Properly secure all loads.
3. Keep any obstructions and personnel clear of the dock lift and load and their operating path to eliminate injury and/or
damage. Avoid or eliminate any and all potential pinch points.
4. Prior to each use, ensure dock lift and load does not create pinch points during operation when located adjacent to
or near other equipment or structures.
5. Never use the unit for lifting personnel unless it has been suitably designed and manufactured for that purpose by
Pentalift Equipment Corporation. Guard rails and access chains must be used.
6. The platform surface must be kept clean and free from oil, debris, etc. Keep debris, etc. from underneath the unit.
7.
When not in use, the platform should be in the lowered position with the hinged bridge(s) in an upright vertically
stored position with the hinged bridge chain(s) engaged. (See “Figure 7: Hinged Bridge in Vertically Stored Position”
on page 14 and “Figure 8: Hinged Bridge Not Properly Secured (See Figure 7)” on page 14).
8.
To raise the dock lift, ensure the hinged bridge(s) are in the vertically stored position. Push and hold the “UP” button.
Allow the dock lift to rise to the desired height and then release the button.
9.
Carefully lower the hinged bridge(s) onto the truck bed.
Prior to placing any load on the hinged bridge(s), the hinged bridge(s) must be properly
supported by a surface suitable of supporting the minimum of the equivalent of the rated
capacity of the lift for the entire width of the hinged bridge (for example: TRUCK BED,
FACILITY FLOOR OR FACILITY DRIVEWAY). A minimum of 4 inches hinged bridge penetration is required to be at all
times. (See “Figure 9: Hinged Bridge must Extend a Minimum of 4” onto the Truck Bed” on page 14) The hinge stop
and hinged bridge chains
are not
intended to support any weight in addition to the unload hinged bridge(s). No loads
are to be placed on the hinged bridges when they are positioned by the hinged bridge chains and/or the hinged bridge
hinge stops and not properly supported.
10.
To lower the dock lift, return the hinged bridge(s) to the vertically stored position. Push and hold the “DOWN” button
and the unit will descend to its lowered position.
NOTE:
Read the SAFETY INFORMATION AND WARNINGS before operating the dock leveler. (See page iii)
