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Counter Weights:
Component Description- continued
The weights for your PAL lift are located in the bottom of the pallet. Remove the
restraining planks with a screwdriver to gain access to the weights.
The weight block is approximately 30 pounds. Use caution when lifting and be
careful not to drop the weights on your fingers. The finger holds on each end
facilitate handling.
The weights leave the factory in good condition, however, they may have shifted
during shipping. Inspect the weights prior to installation be sure the acrylic paint
surface is intact. If there are any scratches in the paint surface, use the touch-up
paint supplied with the lift to cover scratches. The weights are made from cast
iron. If the raw surface of the cast iron is exposed to the elements, it will develop
surface rust which could drip onto the pool deck. Use the touch-up paint to cover
any areas where the raw cast is exposed.
Once the weights pass your inspection, place them onto the PAL frame as shown
in the diagrams. Stack the weights so that the feet on the bottom of the weights
nest into the indentation on the top of the weights. There are three layers of
weights, eight per layer.
Once the weights are in the place, attach the restraining harness as shown in the
diagrams, snapping onto the snaps underneath the frame. Then assemble the rest
of the PAL according to the instructions in the User’s Manual.
You should inspect your weight stack at least twice a year to check for any
scratches in the acrylic surface. Use the supplied touch-up paint to cover any area
of raw cast iron that is showing through the surface. You can also use any acrylic
spray paint for this purpose
