Pub. No. 1223 - February 2015
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RITE-HITE
®
RHE3 Dock Leveler Owner’s Manual
SUGGESTED LEVELER MAINTENANCE
NOTE:
Follow maintenance procedures below as outlined.
Include the specific steps for your leveler model.
NOTE:
Your local RITE-HITE
®
representative provides a
Planned Maintenance Program (P.M.P.) which can be
fitted to your specific operation. Call your local
representative.
Daily
1. Remove debris on and around leveler. Be sure the
hinge section of the lip and the platform is clean.
2. Check unit for proper operation.
30 Days
1. Perform all Daily Maintenance.
2. Inspect all parts. Replace worn or damaged parts.
3. Lubricate joints and hinge supports as required. See
figure 7, page 12.
4. Paint rusting surfaces.
5.
Hydraulic Option Only:
Ensure hydraulic power
reservoir is filled to 1 inch below full level with MIL-
5606 hydraulic fluid.
6. Inspect dock bumpers. Four inches (4") of bumper
protection is required. Worn, torn, loose or missing
bumpers must be replaced.
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
Read and obey these instructions to prevent
personal injury.
• Post safety warnings and barricade work
area, at dock level and at ground level, to
prevent unauthorized use of the dock
position before maintenance has been
completed.
• Make sure to install the maintenance
strut before proceeding with any repair work.
The operation handle also serves as a
maintenance strut preventing the leveler from
rotating onto the maintenance personnel.
To install the strut:
• Rotate the leveler to its rearward position.
• Remove the clevis pin attaching the lip
latch to the underside of the lip.
When lifting lip (approx. 110 lbs.) use lifting
device (crane). Lifting by hand may cause
back injury.
• Rotate the lip up and over. Place the
handle in the socket provided.