V1.2
1,000 LB HYDRAULIC/PNEUMATIC MOTORCYCLE LIFT
8667784
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PROBLEM(S) POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SUGGESTED SOLUTION(S)
Foot pump
does not
work.
Air entering into the
hydraulic system.
Unscrew the vent screw, and
purge the hydraulic system
of trapped air.
Release valve is not
tight.
Tighten the release valve
Lift overloaded.
Reduce load (see
Specifications).
Hydraulic system is
contaminated with
particulates.
Service the hydraulic system
and replace hydraulic oil.
Pump does
not work.
The piston and
cylinder seals are
not lubricated or
blocked.
1. Check the cylinder intake
valve for blockage. Add a
small amount of lubricant
to the intake valve before
resealing.
2. Purge the hydraulic
system of air.
Pump pressure is
insufficient.
Increase the air pressure to
the pump, but ensure it does
not exceed the maximum
pressure rating (see
Specifications).
Release valve is not
tight.
Tighten the release valve.
Hydraulic system is
contaminated with
particulates.
Service the hydraulic system
and replace hydraulic oil.
Platform
doesn’t raise
to maximum
height.
Insufficient
hydraulic oil in the
cylinder.
Add hydraulic oil until
cylinder is full. Purge air from
the hydraulic system, then
top up the oil.