9.
E. To increase tension, use the breaker bar to rotate bracket counterclockwise
beyond its initial setting until the desired tension is reached. Line up a hole in the
adjusting bracket with one of the two holes in the slider and thread the .38"
diameter bolt (B) through the aligned holes to secure the desired setting.
F. Replace retention bolt(A) and tighten both bolts(A and B) securely.
Step 17
If the liftgate was mounted correctly to the truck, the platform should be parallel to the
ground in it's open position, however, if minor adjustments are required, simply
tighten adjusting nuts(A) On U-bolt(B) on platform block(C) to raise the ramp end of
the platform or to lower the ramp end simply loosen nuts(A). See figure 15. Similar
adjustments should be made on both sides of the platform so that both chains see
the same tension when loaded. CAUTION: U-BOLT(B) MUST REMAIN
COMPLETELY THREADED THROUGH NUTS(A).
Step 18
Set adjustment angles on either side of liftgate to hold platform vertical such that the
