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Prior to being raised, make sure there is no one stand-
ing closer than six feet from the lift
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After positioning the vehicle on the lift runways, set the
emergency brake, make sure the ignition is off, the doors
are closed, overhead obstructions are cleared, and the
transmission is in neutral.
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Double check that the automatic chock devices are
in position and then when the lift is raised, observe the
chocks.
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Put pads or adapters in the right position under the
contact points that have been recommended
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The lift should be raised just until the vehicle’s wheels
are about one foot off the ground. If contact with the vehi-
cle is uneven or it appears that the vehicle is not sitting
secure, carefully lower the lift and readjust.
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Always consider potential problems that might cause a
vehicle to slip, i.e., heavy cargo, undercoating, etc.
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Pay attention when walking under a vehicle that is up
on the hydraulic lift.
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DO NOT
leave the controls while the lift is still in
motion.
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DO NOT
stand directly in front of the vehicle or in the
bay when vehicle is being loaded or driven into position.
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DO NOT
Go near vehicle or attempt to work on the
vehicle when being raised or lowered.
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REMAIN CLEAR
of lift when raising or lowering vehicle.
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DO NOT
rock the vehicle while on the lift or remove
any heavy component from vehicle that may cause exces-
sive weight shift.
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DO NOT
lower the vehicle until people, materials, and
tools are clear
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ALWAYS ENSURE
that the safeties are engaged and
lowered on to the safety locks before any attempt is made to
work on or near vehicle.
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Some vehicle maintenance and repair activities may
cause the vehicle to shift. Follow the manufacturer’s
guidelines when performing these operations. The use of
jack stands or alternate lift points may be required when
completing some repairs.
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READ AND UNDERSTAND
all safety warning proce-
dures before operating lift.
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KEEP HANDS AND FEET CLEAR
. Remove hands and
feet from any moving parts. Keep feet clear of lift when lower-
ing. Avoid pinch points.
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ONLY TRAINED OPERATORS
should operate this lift.
All non-trained personnel should be kept away from work
area. Never let
non-trained personnel come in contact with,
or operate lift.
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USE LIFT CORRECTLY
. Use lift in the proper manner.
Never use lifting adapters other than what is approved by the
manufacturer.
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DO NOT
override self-closing lift controls.
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CLEAR AREA
if vehicle is on danger of falling.
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STAY ALERT
. Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Be aware.
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CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS
. Check for alignment
of moving parts, breakage of parts or any condition that may
affect its operation. Do not use lift if any component is broken
or damaged.
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NEvER
remove safety related components from the lift.
Do not use lift if safety related components are damaged
or missing.
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When the lift is being lowered, make sure everyone is
standing at least six feet away.
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Be sure there are no jacks, tools, equipment, left under
the lift before lowering.
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Always lower the vehicle down slowly and smoothly.
Safe Lift Operation (Cont’d)
