Service manual

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AUTOMOTIVE LIFT SAFETY TIPS
Post these safety tips where they will be constant reminder to your lift operator.
For information specification to the lift, always refer to the lift manufacturer’s manual
1. Inspects your lift daily. Never operates if it malfunctions or if it has broken or damaged parts. Repairs
should be made with original equipment parts.
2. Operating controls are designed to disengage when released. Do not block closed or override them.
3. Never overload your lift. Manufacturers rated capacity is shown on nameplate affixed to the lift.
4. Positioning of the vehicle and operation of the lift should be done only by trained and authorized
personnel.
5. Never raise vehicle with anyone inside it. Customers or bystanders should not be in the lift. During
operation.
6. Always keep lift area free of obstructions, grease, tools, trash and other debris.
7. While working under the vehicle, lift should always be set on mechanical locking devices.
8. Note that with some vehicles, the removal (or installation) of components may cause a critical shift in the
centre of gravity and results in raised vehicle instability. Refer to the vehicle manufacturer’s service
manual for recommended procedures when vehicle components are removed.
9. Before lowering lift, be sure tool trays, stands, etc. are removed from under the vehicle. Release locking
devices before attempting to lower lift.
10. Before removing vehicle from lift area, remove posts to provide and unobstructed exit .
These “Safety Tips” along with “Lifting it Right” a general lift safety manual, are presented as an industry
service by the Automotive Lift Institute. For more information on this topic, writes to ALI, PO Box 85,
Cortland, NY 13045