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Chapter 1 Safety Information
Liftgates with Tilt Function
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Proper use of the Control Switches is of extreme importance.
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Improper use of Tilt Switch could cause load to fall from the Platform or damage the liftgate.
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Platform should be in a generally horizontal position when raising or lowering with a load.
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In any tilt position, the Platform may vary from level while raising or lowering the Platform.
Liftgates equipped with spring operated Cam Closer
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Replace Cam Release Spring every (5) five years or 15,000 cycles, whichever comes first.
RGL Series Liftgates
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Make certain Platform Brake mechanisms are operating properly.
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The Runners are always to remain powered up against the Upstop Pins when in transit.
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Inspect cables every (3) three months or 750 cycles, whichever comes first. Cables must be replaced if they show signs
of wear, distortion, kinking or if any broken wires are visible.
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Replace cables every (5) five years or 10,000 cycles, whichever comes first.
MDL Series Liftgates
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Make certain Platform Brake mechanisms are operating properly.
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The Platform Retaining Bar should be lowered into H-Frame Storage Plate when in transit.
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Inspect Roller Chains every (3) three months or 750 cycles, whichever comes first. Roller Chains must be measured and
checked for signs of stretching. If the chain is stretched by more than 3% they should be replaced.
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Replace Roller Chains every (5) five years or 15,000 cycles whichever comes first. Replace only with WALTCO
APPROVED Roller Chain.
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Check that all connecting links at each end of Roller Chain are properly secured with proper cotter pins monthly.
This is the Safety Alert Symbol. This manual uses this symbol to alert you to potential personal injury hazards.
Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid personal injury or death.
SIGNAL WORDS
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Black letters on an orange background.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION
May also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
Black letters on an yellow background.
NOTICE
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which if not
avoided, could result in property damage.
NOTICE
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