Service manual

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APPENDAGE:
Rev (9/1/2012)
LIFT ENVIRONMENT LIMITATIONS:
Mohawk prohibits the outdoor installation of this standard lift, which is APPROVED FOR INDOOR USAGE ONLY,
in a normal garage type environment. Any concerns in applications that expose the lift to additional environmental
effects, such as paint booths, wash bays, outdoors, high or low temperatures, etc. must be addressed to our engineering
department, where provisions could/may be made to the lift to accommodate the area of use. Our engineering
department must be made aware in advance of these conditions and any additional code requirements that must be met.
Also, the foundation for which this lift must be installed on must comply to the minimum specifications as set forth in
this manual. Any drainage slopes in the bay where the lift is to be installed must be directed away from the posts to
prevent water accumulation at the post bases.
Standard floor requirements are contained within this manual. For installation within a seismic area, a qualified person
must be consulted to address seismic loads and other local or state requirements.
LOCKOUT/TAGOUT REQUIREMENTS:
The start switch provided with this unit must not be used as a primary disconnecting means. A separate disconnecting
means must be provided in accordance with all applicable codes. It is the responsibility of the owner/user of this unit to
provide a proper lockout/tagout device for this unit before or during installation in conformance to ANSI Z244.1 and
any local/state/national electrical codes and any OSHA regulations.
OTHER LIFT LIMITATIONS:
All Mohawk MP-Series lifts must accomplish three main criteria in order to lift a vehicle safely:
1. Proper capacity. All MP-Series lifts are designed to lift standard vehicles within their rated capacity within the
capacity of the lift rating. Any vehicles exceeding the capacity must not be raised. Ensure that individual
columns are used within their capacity and are not overloaded (ie. heavy ended vehicles may overload the rear
pair of columns).
2. Proper engagement of tires/frame: ensure tires are fully engaging all tires or proper frame components of
vehicle. Ensure frame components used are capable of supporting vehicle.
3. Proper flooring. Use lifts on floors complying to required specs stated within this manual.
This lift is not intended to be driven on or off of, as this may damage the lift and the vehicle.
This lift is not intended for the lifting of people.
Care must be observed when removing any heavy components from a vehicle and thereby drastically shifting the
vehicle center of gravity (i.e. engine removal, transmission removal, etc.). The use of jack stands at the front and rear
ends of the vehicle is highly recommended when performing this type of work.
File: MP-Appen.doc