User's Manual

SECTION 5. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Pneumatic scissors lifts have an excellent safety record overall, but as with all moving
equipment, they can be dangerous. Operators must use common sense and take
responsibility for the safety of everyone near the lift. They must use the safety devices
provided and be careful not to surprise anyone in the area with the movement of the lift.
Pre-operational checks:
1. Check all air connections to be sure that they are completed properly and are
operational.
2. The air supply shall be regulated at 70 PSI; it shall also be dry.
3. Check for obstructions or debris that may interfere with the safe operations of the lift.
4. Be sure that all personnel in the area are a safe distance away from the lift and
aware that you are about to operate it.
5. If there are any optional safety devices such as limit switches, check them for proper
operation.
Test operate the equipment:
1. Station yourself so that you will always see the equipment when it is in operation.
Never operate the equipment blind!
2. Raise the equipment and note that the control is a constant pressure, “dead-man”
type. The control knob shall spring to the neutral position when pressure is released,
if not, the control shall be rebuilt or replaced.
3. Cycle the equipment several times to be sure that it is operating smoothly with no
jerking or sudden movement. If the operation is not smooth after several cycles,
contact your maintenance personnel to have the air plumbing checked. Any
evidence of binding or scraping in the operation shall cause you to immediately stop
using the lift and contact the factory.
4. Check all safety devices for proper operation.
5. If you elect to test load the equipment be sure that you do not exceed the capacities
shown on the nameplate. Overloading may cause structural stresses that may not
show up for some time, but will diminish the life and capacity of the unit. If you have
any questions about testing the unit, call our customer service department at 1-800-
843-3625.
Daily operation:
1. All personnel shall be required to read the entire operating instruction section of this
manual prior to operating the lift.
2. Operators must know the capacity of the unit and be aware of any loads that may
exceed the capacity.
3. WARNING! Operators must be alert to personnel in the vicinity of the lift. Avoid any
surprises to these personnel in regard to movement of or the position of the lift.
Never operate unit if you cannot see it and the personnel around it.
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