Product Manual

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EMERGENCY OPERATION:
If the lift becomes inoperative in the raised position, it is best to wait until the
electrical power is restored before lowering the vehicle. However, if it’s critical to
safety that the lift be lowered, the following steps should be taken.
NOTE: Safely performing this process requires 3 people. All personnel
should stay clear of the path of the lift. All tools and other non-secured
items should be removed from the surface of the runways.
1) Survey the area surrounding the lift; remove any items and personnel from
area before proceeding with this procedure.
2) Perform the appropriate lockout/tag out procedure on the electrical
energy.
3) Use a second person standing at a safe distance away from the lift to
keep watch on the area, lift, vehicle and other personnel throughout the
process. This person should signal the person performing the procedure
to stop if necessary.
4) Use a caution tape or similar to barrier the area around the lift to avoid
personnel from accidently entering the area while this process is being
performed.
5) Do not proceed with this procedure if you are unfamiliar with the lift or its
function.
IF THE MECHANICAL LOCKS ARE NOT ENGAGED:
1) Pull safety release lever simultaneously pressing the descent lever on the
power pack.
2) Keep a close eye on the movement of the lift and the position of the
vehicle; release descent lever if any abnormal movement is detected.
3) Continue until the lift is fully lowered.
4) Once power is restored follow the lockout/tag out procedure to return the
lift back into service.
IF THE MECHANICAL LOCKS ARE ENGAGED:
Various methods can be used to raise the lift in order to get sufficient clearance
to disengage the mechanical locks. The safest method would employ temporary
electrical power to the lift using a portable power generator. Any electrical
connections should be done by a licensed electrician; lockout/tag out procedures
should also be employed at this time.
This process should only be performed by a trained professional. Contact
customer service or a local service professional for further assistance.
WARNING: DO NOT LOOSEN OR REMOVE HYDRAULIC
CONNECTIONS OR FITTINGS UNDER PRESSURE. SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH COULD OCCUR.