Perma Tech MD-610, Owner'S Manual

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PRELIMINARY OPERATIONS
CAUTION
Never operate the dock leveler when someone is in front of the lip.
STEPS FOR FIRST TIME USAGE:
1. Pull and hold the release chain until the dock strops in its top position. Do not step
on the deck. When the deck lifts to its highest position the lip will extend and lock
into position automatically.
2. Walk to the top of the deck. The ramp will lower to its lowest position (below dock
level) and hold its position.
3. Manually lift the lip 2”. The lip locking mechanism will disengage. Carefully lower the
lip to its vertical position.
4. Pull the release chain until the dock raises 6” above dock level. Stop the ramp by
letting go of the release chain. Walk the ramp down to its stored position with lip
behind the night lock.
5. Continue to raise and lower the dock leveler 10-12 times. This operation will
disperse the lubricants to the bearing surfaces and reduce friction. This procedure
should be performed when the dock is not used for an extended period of time.
NOTE: DAMAGE TO THE DOCK LEVELER AND LIP WILL OCCUR IF THE LIP IS LEFT IN THE EXTENDED
POSITION WHEN A TRUCK BACKS INTO THE DOCK.
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