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Installation
7.4 Platform Gates “synchronizing” Procedure
Access™ EA & Access™ EAB
1.
Lower the lift so that the platform is approximately 150mm above floor level.
2.
Assess the tension in the Platform Knuckles.
It is CRITICAL that there is NO tension, ie when a spanner is placed on the flat
of the lower knuckle item "A" (highlighted as "C") and turned from side to side free
movement MUST be seen/ felt, if not adjustments MUST be made. See no.5
3.
Raise the lift so that the gates are open and approximately 75mm apart.
See Enlarged view "A"
4.
Look at the imaginary centre line "H" between the locking pin "F" and
receiving boss "G" both parts MUST be concentric so that they will fully engage
when the lift is in the fully lowered position as shown in the Enlarged view on "B"
ensuring that the two halves of the platform are securely locked together.
5.
If the parts are not correct then adjustments MUST be made. See no.6-18
6.
Adjustments are made by either/ or both increasing or de-creasing the length
the Platform Knuckles
7.
De-creasing the distance between the knuckles will raise the platform ends (this
will increase the 150mm clearance).
8.
To achieve this See Enlarged view "C"
9.
Measure and note down the distance between the knuckles.
10. Loosen the locking nut item "E" by turning anticlockwise.
11. Fully disconnect the lower knuckle item "A" by completely removing the bolt.
12. Wind the thread clockwise, into the upper knuckle item "B"
13. Wind the lower knuckle item "A" clockwise onto the thread item "D"
14. It is CRITICAL that the white line (mid point of the thread) is located mid way between
the knuckles, adjust if necessary.
15. Measure the distance between the knuckles and note down.
16. When the required dimension has been achieved re-connect the lower knuckle item "A"
by securely fixing the retaining bolt in position.
17. Turn the locking nut item "E" by turning clockwise until fully tightened, BEFORE
operating the lift.
18. Operate the lift fully twice then repeat the whole procedure, make further adjustment if
required.
19. To increase the 150mm clearance, Increase the distance between the knuckles.
Note: It is CRITICAL that there is NO tension in the Platform Knuckles, tension
may cause severe damage.
It may be necessary to adjust BOTH sides to obtain correct alignment.
