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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
3.1
GENERAL MAINTENANCE RULES
1.
Do not allow persons other than authorized service personnel to repair this equipment.
2.
Inspect bumpers and guide ons regularly for deterioration. Replace them immediately if they are worn.
3.
Do not weld or otherwise modify the lift. Such alterations may weaken the structural integrity of the lift and invalidate your
warranty.
4.
Completely lower the lift before performing any type of maintenance or repair.
WARNING:
NEVER ALLOW ANYBODY TO WORK IN OR ON THE BOAT WHEN IT IS SUSPENDED
ABOVE THE WATER ON THE LIFT. IF THE HANDWHEEL ON THE WINCH SHOULD
START FREEWHEELING, DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY COULD RESULT.
IF FREEWHEELING STARTS, NEVER TRY TO STOP IT. ALTHOUGH A SPIN DOWN OR
“FREEWHEELING” CAN CAUSE LIFT OR BOAT DAMAGE, TRYING TO STOP
FREEWHEELING CAN CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.
3.2
ANNUAL INSPECTION
At least once a year, the lift must be thoroughly inspected using the following procedure.
WARNING:
DO NOT ALLOW ANYBODY TO USE THE LIFT UNTIL THIS MAINTENANCE IS
COMPLETED.
1.
Tighten all bolts.
2.
Check all carpeted wood bumpers and wood guide ons for any damage, deterioration, or excessive wear. If any is found,
replace them immediately.
3.
Check frame thoroughly for defects.
3.3
STORAGE PROCEDURE
1.
Position boat on platform so the lower unit of the motor is against the optional motor stop (if used).
2.
A boat that has water in it from a rain storm could exceed the recommended weight capacity for the lift. Just 1 gallon of
water weighs over 8 pounds. Be sure to remove the plug while the boat is up on the lift. Make sure you replace the plug
prior to launching your boat.
3.
Protect your lift as far as possible from damage caused by environmental factors such as airborne fallout, chemicals, tree sap,
and weather hazards.
4.
Never use the lift to hang or store any auxiliary equipment such as boating hardware.
5.
Do not allow anyone to swim or play near the lift at any time.
6.
Padlock the handwheel to the post and disconnect the power to any electric motor when your boat lift is unattended. Never
assume you will find the lift in the same condition that you left it.
