MAINTENANCE
S-SERIES PRIVATE USE SERVICE MANUAL
SEPTEMBER 2020
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B. CLEANING
Regular cleaning with mild soap (i.e. hand soap, car wash liquid) and drying thoroughly will protect lift painted
surfaces. Cleaning is especially important in areas where roads are salted in winter. Make sure that lift pivot points
remain clear and clean prior to lubrication.
C. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Under normal operating conditions, maintenance inspections are required at service increments referenced in
Table
3-1
. Service should be increased under conditions of heavy use (more than 10 cycles per day.)
TABLE 3-1: MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
SERVICE POINT
ACTION TO PERFORM
DAILY OPERATION
Overall condition
Listen for abnormal noises as lift operates (i.e. grinding or binding noises.)
Control pendant
Verify that control pendant is undamaged and cable connector is tight.
Threshold
warning system
Verify that system properly detects objects in the threshold area and actuates the audible
alarm.
200 CYCLES
Overall condition
Inspect underside of vehicle for anything that is out of place.
Electrical wiring
Inspect electrical wiring for frayed wires, loose connectors, etc.
Vehicle interlock
Place vehicle in non-interlock mode and verify that lift does not operate.
Decals
Verify that lift decals are properly affixed, clearly visible, and legible. Replace, if
necessary.
Armrests
Verify that armrest fasteners are properly tightened.
Lift mounting points
Verify that vehicle mounting and support points are undamaged.
Verify that mounting bolts are sufficiently tight and free of corrosion.
Main lifting pivots
Verify that link pins on arms are properly installed, free from damage, and locked in
position.
Platform pivot points
Verify that platform moves freely, without binding, and does not wobble.
Bridgeplate
Verify that bridgeplate operates without binding during lift functions.
Verify bridgeplate rests flat against platform.
Front rollstop
Verify that rollstop is opened completely when platform is at ground level.
Verify that rollstop closes and locks when platform leaves ground.
1000 CYCLES
Hydraulic power unit
CAUTION!
Check and add fluid when platform is at ground level. Fluid that is added when platform is
raised will overflow when platform is lowered.
Verify that pump hydraulic fluid level is at FULL mark when platform is at ground level.
Add Texaco 01554 Aircraft Hydraulic Oil or equivalent U.S. mil spec H5606G fluid.
Verify there are no hydraulic fluid leaks.
Verify that manual backup pump operates properly.
Cleaning and
lubrication
1. Clean lift with mild soap and water and wipe dry. Prevent rust by coating all surfaces with
a light weight oil. Remove excess oil.
2. Spray penetrating oil PTFE or equivalent WD-40
where specified in
Figure 3-1
following
directions on container. Remove excess grease from surrounding areas.
3. Inspect springs. Replace if worn or damaged.
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