Level-Rite
TM
BY RITE
-
HITE
®
LRL Series Elevating Dock Lift Owner’s Manual
Pub. No. 1174-R1 - June 2004
9
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - CONT.
PREPARATION PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
1.
Elevating dock lift is shipped equipped with lifting
lugs. DO NOT remove until lift is resting in pit. (Lifting
lugs prevent the lift table from opening when the lift
table is lifted into place.)
2.
Verify that dock lift voltage matches the voltage
supplied.
INSTALLATION INTO PIT
1.
Clean out pit and remove all debris from work area.
2.
Attach lifting chain, dock lift and position as close to
pit area as possible.
3.
Disconnect hydraulic hoses from power pack. Feed
hydraulic hoses through conduit.
NOTE:
Hydraulic hoses MUST BE protected from
any dirt or debris that could enter the system.
4.
If equipped, disconnect wiring from power pack.
Feed wiring through conduit.
5.
Lower the dock lift into the pit while pulling the
hydraulic hoses and wiring through the conduits.
6.
Install hydraulic hoses to power pack and make
necessary connections.
7.
Remove the lifting lugs.
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
8.
Position power pack adjacent to the dock position.
9.
Secure power pack in accordance with all local
electrical codes.
10. Connect wiring as indicated by Electrical Schematics
(See figure 11, 12 and 13).
Make sure that the lift power has been locked
out and tagged out according to OSHA
regulations and approved local codes before
performing any welding on the dock lift.
Make sure that the lifting equipment is rated for
3,000 lb. lifting capacity or greater.
• Post safety warnings and barricade work area
to prevent unauthorized use of the elevating
dock lift while work is being performed.
• ALWAYS ground to the frame or pit angle
when welding. DO NOT ground welding
equipment to any electrical components. DO
NOT ground to lift platform when welding
on lift frame. Damage to bearings or
electrical components may result.
• DO NOT connect green ground lead into
control box or junction box until all welding is
complete.
• Protect Hydraulic Hose assemblies from
damage due to welding, grinding or sharp
objects.
• DO NOT position the dock lift on its side or
turn the dock lift topside down at any time.
• If a procedure is not clearly defined in this
manual, contact your local representative or
RITE-HITE
®
at 1-800-456-0600 before
proceeding.
DANGER
WARNING
IMPORTANT
WARNING
When working with electrical or electronic
controls, make sure that the power source has
been locked out and tagged according to OSHA
regulations and approved local electrical
codes.
