replaced with original Tommy Gate roller chain only.
be replaced after 4 years or 10,000 cycles whichever comes first. Chains should be
NOTE: If no issues are found during the 120 day inspections, we recommend that the chains
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE
nondetergent, petroleum-based oil-
Lubricate the roller chains, sliders, uprights, and pivot points with clean, high quality,
Check the oil level in the reservoir. With the liftgate platform at the bottom of its travel,
the fluid should be two-thirds full.
BE SURE THE CYLINDER IS COMPLETELY
COLLAPSED.
Add Tommy Gate winter grade, ISO grade 32 hydraulic, or
Dexron III/ Mercon ATF if needed.
(H) Check the torque on all mounting bolts and re-tighten as necessary.
structure for cracks or damage. Repair any cracks or damage.
sliders, the plastic wear pads and the sprockets for damage or excessive wear. Replace
(G) Check the welds on the railgate, its mounting brackets and on the adjacent vehicle
Check the inside of the box for excessive accumulation of dirt. Clean as necessary.
(E) Check the roller chains, the platform drop chains, the platform, the uprights, the vertical
Check for fluid leaks from the cylinder, hoses, and all fittings (replace or repair if found
(F) Clean the inside surfaces of the uprights with a nonflammable solvent.
All installations, re-installations, and repairs of Tommy Gate Railgates should be performed by
a qualified authorized distributor that is familiar with its operation and safety features. All
replacement parts must be of original quality, and all safety and operational decals must be
attached. No modifications are allowed to a Tommy Gate product unless authorized by the
Engineering Department at Tommy Gate.
As with any mechanical product, a preventive maintenance program needs to be followed in
order to keep the lift in its best operating condition. Please review this information and if you
should have any questions please call (712)847-8000. Please have your model number and
serial number available.
If there is any noticeable problem with the liftgate between service intervals, the liftgate
must be taken out of service and checked immediately.
The lift will not be automatically serviced when the vehicle is serviced.
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE INFORMATION
The Tommy Gate Railgate needs to be serviced every 120 days or 1500 cycles, whichever
(C)
any worn or damaged parts.
(D)
to be leaking).
(A) Remove the box cover.
(B)
DO NOT USE GREASE.
comes first.
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(I) Grease gas bottle rack fence pivot points if equipped.
