TORK LIFT - ESS Group
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1. NOTE oils above are detergent type OIL CAPACITY Oil capacity varies from one model to the next between 2 quarts amp 5 gallons NOTICE Use approved fluids only Use of unauthorized fluids may cause damage to seals and hosing DO NOT USE e Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF e Hydraulic Jack Oil e Hydraulic Fluids e Brake Fluids 26 GENERAL MAINTENANCE N WARNING Before maintaining the lift read amp follow the recommended safety practices in the Safety Practices section Failure to follow these safety practices could result in death or serious injury CYLINDER REMOVAL AND REPACKING 1 Raise the lift to its full height and block securely See Lift Blocking Instructions 2 Cut off the electricity to the power unit lock out tag out Disconnect the cylinder hose at the power unit end and insert it into the oil fill hole of reservoir 4 Remove the roll pin s which are used to connect the cylinder rods to the bushed crosshead mounts on the trunnion pins 5 Remove the cylinder base amp mounting rod from the scissors by unbolting the retaining clips which hold the rod in position 6 Lift the cylinder out of the leg assembly 7 Push the piston rod into the cylinder to eject as much oil as possible into container 8 Insert a Spanner wrench and turn the upper bearing assembly clockwise until the tip of the retainer appears in the slot Place a small screwdriver under the retainer and turn it2. 1 8 i Green DOWN 4 EE E a Foot Switch or Push Button Station Enclosure Ti Motor 12 ure 1 5 p Lowering valve Figure 16 Generic Electrical Schematic 208 230 460V 3phase 34 TE a REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST Hydraulic Breather Reservoir Vent Solenoid Lowering Valve Capacitor Foot Breather Vent Hydraulic Reservoir Lowering Valve Cartridge Figure 17 Parts Idenification Pump Unit 35 REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST Figure 18 Replacement Parts Diagram Standard Lift 36 REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST ITEM DESCRIPTION Base Frame Assembly Top Frame and Platform Assembly Inner lifter Leg Assembly Outer stabilizer Leg Assembly Roller Bearing Assembly Center Axle Pin Assembly Pivot Pin Assembly Cylinder Crosshead Assembl Cylinder Base Pin ASsembly Hydraulic Cylinder Velocity Fuse Motor 4 45 0 19 Motor 28 37 TROUBLESHOOTING ANALYSIS DANGER To avoid personal injury NEVER go under the lift platform until the load is removed and the scissors mechanism is securely blocked in the open position See Lift Blocking Instructions section WARNING To avoid serious injury or death GUARDS INTERLOCKS and SAFETY DEVICES must be restored to correct operation when installing parts or making repairs PROBLEM PO
3. Autoquip Serial Number Nameplate 7 36401560 4 1 Fil with Recommended Oils Only 36400661 5 2 American Lifts by Autoquip 36403230 6 2 Capacity 36401586M LABEL IDENTIFICATION Note Labels shown here are not actual size FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH OPERATORS MANUAL BEFORE Figure 3 Label 36401487 Do not put hands Do not work Do not stand A DANGER or feet under top under lift without sit or ride on Sr cid baa maintenance B avoid bodily injury read instructions before operating device or servicing lift Figure 4 Label 36430050 7058 W INDUSTRIAL AVE GUTHRIE OK 73044 1058 1 888 811 8876 www autoquip com MAXIMUM LOAD SE MAXIMUM D MODEL NUMBER AXLE LOAD 2 SERIAL NO OVER EDGES 36401560 Figure 5 Label 36401560 LABEL IDENTIFICATION Contains Citgo Supergard SAE 5W30 forthe following temperature range 10 F to 100 F Other temperatures please consult factory See MSDS sheet included with owner s manual 36400661 Figure 6 Label 36400661 American Lifts Figure 7 Label 36403230 000 LBS CAPACITY Figure 8 Label 36401586M JOB NO MODEL NO MOTOR VOLTS CYCLE CONTROL VOLTS WIRE CODE BLACK WHITE RED ORANGE BLUE GREEN TO OBTAIN PROPER ROTATIOM ON 3 PHASE UNITS RUN PUMP MOTOR 5 TO 10 SECONDS ONLY IF LIFT DOES NOT RISE CHANGE ROTATION PN 3
4. a standard pump Therefore standard factory models of the same manufacture cannot replace it The pump can operate efficiently at intermittent pressures up to 2000 PSI and continuous duty to 1500 PSI The safety relief valve in the pump assembly is factory set to stay within the parameters of the pump and lift requirements 14 SPECIFICATIONS LIFT DUTY Autoquip standard lift designs as described in the specifications typically include intermittent duty motors and are designed to cycle one complete up and one complete down lift operation no more frequently than every two minutes or approximately 60 000 times cycles per year This is considered normal duty It is the responsibility of the user to notify Autoquip whenever a specific application is likely to demand above normal duty from the lift in excess of 60 000 cycles per year Above normal duty typically requires supplemental design features to enhance the serviceable life of the lift amp to avoid loss of warranty 15 LIFT BLOCKING INSTRUCTIONS N WARNING Only authorized personnel should perform inspection or maintenance and service procedures Unauthorized personnel attempting these procedures do so at the risk of personal injury or death DANGER Failure to properly adhere to lift blocking procedures is to risk the sudden and uncontrolled descent of the lift during maintenance or inspection A falling lift can cause severe
5. Specifications section Remove the excess load The suction screen may be clogged starving the pump Remove and clean the screen Drain and replace the oil The suction line may be leaking air due to a loose fitting Tighten as needed The breather holes in the reservoir fill plug may be clogged Remove and clean The voltage at the motor terminals may be too low to run the pump with the existing load Check by measuring the voltage at the motor terminals or as near as possible while the pump is running under load Reading the source voltage or pump idling voltage is meaningless Inadequate or incorrect wiring can starve the motor when the source voltage is ample Correct as necessary The Down valve may be energized by faulty wiring or stuck open Remove the solenoid and check The motor may be single phasing Check wiring fuses etc The pump may be seized if motor is humming or blowing fuses on overload protection devices Remove the pump The pump should be able to be rotated by hand Check for cracks in the housing The down solenoid valve stem may be bent causing the valve to be stuck open Replace the down solenoid valve TROUBLESHOOTING ANALYSIS PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND SOLUTION Lift won t lower The solenoid may be incorrectly wired burned out not rated for the voltage or the line voltage may be excessively low Check voltage near the e The velocity fuse may be locked Do
6. injury or death This procedure describes the only factory approved method of working under a lift Follow these instructions EVERY time you plan to reach or crawl beneath the lift to perform service or maintenance no matter how momentary that might be If the factory provided maintenance devices are damaged or missing stop immediately and consult the factory for assistance The manufacturer is not liable for your failure to use the approved maintenance devices and procedures that have been provided 1 All loads must be removed from the lift prior to engaging the maintenance devices These devices are designed to support an unloaded lift only Failure to remove the load from the lift prior to blocking could cause the failure of the maintenance devices and allow the lift to fall unexpectedly This can result in personal injury or death 2 Raise the lift to its fully raised position If you do not the maintenance devices may not be able to be placed properly in their designed blocking position 3 he lift will be provided with either one 1 maintenance leg stored on one of the Scissors arms or two 2 drop in maintenance blocks stored on the outside of the base frame The leg must be placed within the sockets located in both the top and bottom frames The blocks must be securely placed inside the base frame and thus in the roller path of the lift See Figure 10 4 Lower the lift platform either the platform rests securely on the mai
7. not attempt to remove the velocity fuse The following steps should be followed 1 Remove the load from the lift Inspect all fittings hoses and other hydraulic components for leads or damage 2 If no leak or damage is noticed attempt to pressurize the lifting cylinder by depressing the UP button on the controller for a few seconds Immediately up releasing the UP button depress the DOWN button If the lift starts to lower continue pressing the DOWN button until the lift is in the fully lowered position 3 If the lift does not lower after trying Step 2 wait approximately 10 15 minutes for the pressure in the hydraulic system to equalize Then depress the DOWN button until the lift is in the fully lowered position 4 Once the lift is in the fully lowered position bleed the air from the hydraulic system by depressing the DOWN button Hold the DOWN button for approximately 60 seconds This step may need to be repeated several times to fully remove the air in the system by raising the lift to 5096 of its travel and lowering Should the above steps not correct the problem contact Autoquip to obtain instruction for further action 40 TROUBLESHOOTING ANALYSIS PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND SOLUTION Lift seems bouncy during Lower the lift to collapsed position and continue to operation hold DOWN button an additional 10 30 seconds to bleed air from the cylinder Do not confuse spongy or jerky ope
8. until the retainer is completely removed 9 Be sure the hose port is open to allow air into the cylinder Pull the piston rod out to remove the upper bearing 10 After all of the internal components have been removed use a bright light to inspect the inner walls of the barrel Use a cylinder hone to remove any apparent nicks or scratches Clean and flush the barrel after honing 11 Remove the piston head nut from the rod The upper clevis and pin may be used to prevent rotation of the rod while loosening Remove the old piston 12 Inspect the groove for nicks or scratches that could affect the seal or barrel walls remove as necessary 13 Install the new piston seals and rod wiper 27 GENERAL MAINTENANCE Check the piston head nut for tightness Liberally lubricate the piston and seal with CLEAN grease or oil Reinsert the piston into the barrel taking care not to pinch or nick the new seal Slip the bearing assembly into place and align the retainer hole with the slot in the barrel Turn the bearing with the Spanner wrench until the retainer is reinserted completely Reinstall the end of the cylinder rod into the crosshead mount realign holes between these two pieces and reinsert roll pin s into the hole s 20 Bolt the cylinder base rod back into place using the retainer clips 21 Reconnect the cylinder hose 22 Check that the lag bolts are secure when used after checking all pins and other mechanical and hydr
9. 3d 1 GION NO NOILONS ALO 53514 ALIOOTSA 1383OW ALO S H3QNI1AO 1411 ANTWA JAVA 105 IN M A KL Hydraulic Schemat IC Gener 32 i Q E A Y NU A MOAHO qNI13unssaud GION3 TOS NMOG LL 2 T 2 TT I lt 2 T TT 2 O 431134 MOSHO 30 NOILONN 4 JHL 3111dN09 SAGIAOYd ATSW3SSV 0 7000 09 Figure 13 GENERAL MAINTENANCE Power Supply Cord Control Cord _ Motor with Built in 1 Thermal Protection E i Grounded Plug Lowering Valve Coil Foot Switch Lift Pump Unit Figure 14 Foot Switch Wiring Details 115VAC Single Phase Grounded Plug MEN 15 Amp 115 Volts Power Supply Cord Bik E imi Control Cord 4 mne AE EN ET NM Lowering Valve Coil Push Button Switch Lift Pump Unit Motor with Built in Thermal Protection Figure 15 Push Button Wiring Details 115VAC Single Phase 33 GENERAL MAINTENANCE Primary Fuse Secondary Fuse Black 1 NEM LL k 115V ou
10. 64 0334 3 Figure 9 Label 36403343 12 SPECIFICATIONS Tork Model Capacity Travel Lowered Raised In Ship Platform Time Cyl Lbs 220 es 1100 1100 mss ao 1 5 um eas an m oo Toon e 7 e me es else 12000 14 so eme 6000 38x64 er 2 2800 16000 5 16 se 8000 38x72 2 000 soo a6 18 se 15000 15000 22x80 200 2000 se Se 1000 1000 apre ss 1 120 aee e 2000 2000 30x72 2 1250 exo se 000 sox7e so 2 aea a000 se 18 0 15000 24x04 46 00 2500 975 6075 1250 1250 sou o 2 2100 4000 97 6075 2000 2000 48x64 2 100 e e0 1175 7175 ane 36x102 ao 2 20 eo 145 4500 36x102 ao 2 2200 42000 e0 145 745 en 6000 sex or ao 2 ooo ease 000 eo 155 755 e000 s000 vean 20000 155 755 10000 10000 64x104 ao 500 eom soo 185 1800 15000 64x104 75 4 200 13 SPECIFICATIONS LOAD CAPACITY The load capacity rating is stamped on a metal plate attached to one side o
11. Autoquip Corporation expressly warrants that this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal intended use for a period of Two 2 Years for all electrical mechanical and hydraulic components parts or devices and warrants the structure of the lift against breakage or failure for a period of Five 5 years The warranty period begins from the date of shipment When making a claim immediately send your dealer or Autoquip notice of your claim All claims must be received by Autoquip within the warranty time period The maximum liability of Autoquip under this Limited Warranty is limited to the replacement of the equipment This warranty shall not apply to any Autoquip lift or parts of Autoquip lift that have been damaged or broken in transit shipping or due directly or indirectly to misuse abuse vehicle impact negligence faulty installation fire floods acts of God accidents or that have been used in a manner contrary to the manufacturer s limitations or recommendations as stated in the manual or that have been repaired altered or modified in any manner outside of Autoquip Corp s manufacturing facility or which have not been expressly authorized by Autoquip Autoquip Corporation makes no warranty or representation with respect to the compliance of any equipment with state or local safety or product standard codes and any failure to comply with such codes shall not be considered a defect of material or wor
12. HP 230 60 CY 1 PH 230 Volts 23 0 Amps 1 1 2 HP 208 230 V 60 CY 3 PH 208 230 V 5 3 Amps 1 1 2 460 60 460Volts 2 85 Amps 5 HP 208 230 60 Intermittent Duty Motor 208 15 8 Amps 230 14 8 Amps 5 HP 460 V 60 CY 3 PH Intermittent Duty Motor 460 Volts 7 4 Amps 5 HP 208 230 V 60 CY 3 PH Heavy Duty Motor 208 16 Amps 230 V 15 2 Amps 5 HP 460 V 60 CY 3 PH Heavy Duty Motor 460 V 7 6 Amps MOTOR CONNECTION DIAGRAMS EN 9 MOTOR 77 F6 aa ONE pork id lt gt E INT E a RE PP 5 CAP INT 3 J MOTOR Le X CUI X i 2 4 5 2 CONNECT TO LINE JNNECT TO LINE INECT TO LINE NNECT TO LINE 31 SG J Lld 8 WS 803 HOS 4 4 JA83JS JN LHOISAdUO 207700276 m 0 09 99 z JJANNN ONIMVSO Add MN 31IVAIXOSddY 50540559 42 44444 LIL ONIMYSU ON 33080 3lVQ Ag AINVN HOP NOlLdI 9S3 JILVIN3HOS 51 431114 H3QNITAO H
13. INSTALLATION OPERATION AND SERVICE MANUAL TORK LIFT T1 Models 3 American Lifts AULOGLIP P O Box 1058 e 1058 West Industrial Ave Guthrie OK 2 s 888 811 9876 405 282 5200 Ni 405 282 3302 WWW om Item 830AMT Version 2 0 April 2010 TABLE OF CONIENIS Identification and Inspection 3 Responsibility of Owners Users 4 Safety Signal Words D Safety Practices 6 Label Identification 10 opecifications 13 Lift Blocking Instructions 16 Installation Instructions 19 Operating Instructions 24 Routine Maintenance 25 General Maintenance 27 Replacement Parts List 35 Troubleshooting Analysis 38 Warranty 42 IMPORTANT Please read and understand this manual prior to installation or operation of this lift Failure to do so could lead to property damage and or serious personal injury lf any questions arise call a local representative or Autoquip Corporation at 1 888 811 9876 or 405 282 5200 Please record the following information and refer to it when calling your dealer or Autoquip Model Number Serial Number Installation Date IDENTIFICATION amp INSPECTION IDENTIFICATION When ordering parts or requesting information or service on this lift PLEASE REFER TO THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER This information is on a nameplate attached to the leg assembly Replacement parts are available from a local Autoquip distributor INSPECTION Immediately upon receipt of the lift a visual insp
14. SSIBLE CAUSE AND SOLUTION Lift raises then lowers back slowly The Down solenoid may not be seating Remove the solenoid coil and check again If the lift does not hold with the solenoid coil removed the down valve cartridge should be removed and cleaned or replaced as necessary The oil line hose or fitting may be leaking Check and repair if necessary The check valve in the pump assembly may not be seating This is indicated by the pump shaft and motor turning backward on their own with no power applied Generally this condition can be heard Replace the pump assembly Lift lowers very slowly e he down solenoid is not operating properly due to dirt or damage e Check for pinched tubing or hose Where pipe is used check for obstruction in the line e The oil is extremely viscous due to low ambient temperatures Add or replace with lower weight oil that stays thinner in cold conditions 5W 15 etc e f foam is visible in tank oil check for a loose connection in suction line between pump and tank Tighten connections 38 TROUBLESHOOTING ANALYSIS PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND SOLUTION Lift does not raise The motor rotation for a 3 phase motor may be reversed Reverse only two motor electrical leads Check for a line or hose leak Check for oil shortage in the reservoir Add oil as necessary See Oil Requirements in the Routine Maintenance section The load may exceed the rating See the
15. aulic connections 23 Restore the oil level see oil recommendations the Routine Maintenance section 24 Turn on the electrical power and press the UP button It may take a few seconds to fill the empty cylinders Raise the tilter approximately one inch and remove the maintenance block 25 Lower the lift completely and hold the DOWN button for 60 seconds to allow air in the cylinders to bleed back into the tank 26 Raise the lift to 25 5096 of its full travel then lower fully holding the DOWN button for an additional 60 seconds Repeat this step 8 10 times 27 Clean the oil fill breather cap PIPE THREAD SEALANT Loctite PST 567 pipe thread sealant or equivalent is recommended Do not use Teflon tape fragments can cause malfunctioning of the hydraulic system 28 GENERAL MAINTENANCE 1 BLEEDING AIR FROM THE SYSTEM Bleed any air which may have been entrapped in the hydraulic system by raising the lift to approximately 50 of its full travel then lower back down completely Repeat this process five or six times Raise and block the lift See Lift Blocking section Remove bleed any remaining air which may have trapped in the cylinders by slowly loosening using the bleed screws located on the rod end of the cylinders until air is heard escaping Tighten bleeder screws back down when clear oil no bubbles begins to escape NOTE Be extremely careful and loosen screws slowly the cylin
16. d handle used fluid as a hazardous material 4 Train key personnel on the operation of the lift and all safety features and procedures 21 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS OPTION j EXTERNAL PUMP UNIT ALCOVE BY CUSTOMER LOCATION OPTIONAL USED ONLY WHEN CUSTOMER REQUIRES UNIT BELOW FLOOR 7 _ 1 PIT WIDTH CENTERS DECK WIDTH SS NA 1 HOLE FOR ANCHOR BOLT AWA RNING INSTALL Wi LIFT IN PLACE BY CUSTOMER 1 DECK LENGTH When installing PIT LENGTH anchor bolts wear all necessary safety protection LR 2 MIN CONDUIT W SWEEP BEND VERTICAL PIT RIM SUGGEST MIN FOR ELECT OR HYD ENTRY TRAVEL L2X 2K 14 BY CUSTOMER LOCATION OPTIONAL BY CUSTOMER FIT LOW HT OL z prO ETE po 1 1 2 GROUT ANCHOR CENTERS UNDER LIFT BASE SUITABLE PIT DRAIN BY CUSTOMER AETER SECTION Figure 11 Typical Pit Detail 22 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SHIMMING amp ANCHORING LIFT TO CONCRETE Anchors by Others Recommended concrete anchor bolts are HILTI Kwik Bolt Molly Parabolt or similar 1 Be sure lift is positioned correctly 2 Drill holes in concrete the same diameter as anchor bolts using anchor bracket hole as guides Depth is not critical just drill sufficiently deep 3 With nut and washer on anchor bolts dri
17. ders are under high pressure and could spray oil Tighten the screw make sure no oil comes from the screw when it is tightened Clean up any spilled oil Used oil should be discarded as it may contain flushed contaminates from the line VELOCITY FUSE REPLACEMENT N DANGER Do not attempt to remove the velocity fuse until the lift is securely supported with the lift blocking devices and all hydraulic pressure has been removed from the lifting cylinders and hydraulic hoses Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury or death Never attempt to take a velocity fuse apart and repair it These are precision devices that are factory assembled under exacting conditions Velocity fuses should always be replaced 1 The arrow on the exterior surface of the velocity fuse shows the direction of the restriction to the oil flow The arrow should always point away from the cylinder Do not use Teflon tape on the threaded connections of a velocity fuse Tape fragments can cause malfunctioning of the fuse Check all fitting connections for hydraulic leaks and tighten as necessary 29 GENERAL MAINTENANCE HOSE ORIENTATION To prevent damage to the cylinder hose and possible failure of lift it is necessary to establish a correct hose shape and pattern of movement as follows 1 Raise the lift to its full height and block securely See Lift Blocking Instructions 2 Install one end of the new hose to the cy
18. e been completed start unit and operate through all functions Inspect all components for signs of noise vibration erratic movement and any other abnormal behavior 25 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Annual Inspection 1000 hours of operation e Change hydraulic fluid and clean reservoir as needed Always use clean fluid Never return fluid from drip pans pit etc back to reservoir Dispose of and handle used fluid as a hazardous material f noise or vibration has been noticed remove lift cylinder pins pivot pins and roller bearings Inspect for wear and replace as necessary e Inspect all hydraulic hoses replace any that show signs of chafing or leaking e Replace all filters e Check for permanent mechanical deformation OIL REQUIREMENTS Follow the recommendations below that apply to the circumstances most similar to your installation Environment Ambient Temperature Recommended Oil Indoor locations with variable temperatures 5W 30 or 5W 40 Multiviscosity Motor Oil 30 100 degrees F Indoor locations with constant temperatures Permissible to use SAE 20 Motor Oil 60 80 degrees F Outdoor locations 30 120 degrees F SW or SW 40 Multiviscosity Motor Oil Outdoor locations 10 degrees F below 0 to SW 20 or SW 30 Multiviscosity Motor Oil 100 degrees F Cold Storage Warehouse 10 40 degrees F Cold Storage Warehouse 10 40 degrees F Warehouse 10 40 degrees F Contact local Autoquip Service Rep
19. ection should be made to determine that it has not been damaged in transit Any damage found must be noted on the delivery receipt In addition to this preliminary inspection the lift should be carefully inspected for concealed damage Any concealed damage found that was not noted on the delivery receipt should be reported in writing to the delivering carrier within 48 hours The following is a checklist that will aid you in the inspection of this lift 1 Examine entire unit for any signs of mishandling Pay special attention to the power unit and PUSH BUTTONS 2 Thoroughly examine all connections making sure they not vibrated loose during transit and inspect wiring for any signs of damage 9 After installation raise the lift and inspect the base frame platform scissors assembly and cylinder plumbing connections PLANNED MAINTENANCE PROGRAM A local Autoquip representative provides a Planned Maintenance Program PMP for this equipment using factory trained personnel Call a local representative or Autoquip Corporation at 1 888 811 9876 or 405 282 5200 for more information RESPONSIBILTY OWNERS USERS DEFLECTION It is the responsibility of the user purchaser to advise the manufacturer where deflection may be critical to the application INSPECTION amp MAINTENANCE The lift shall be inspected and maintained in proper working order in accordance with Autoquips operating maintenance O amp M manual and with other a
20. ed hydraulic fluid is very slippery and may also present a fire hazard Clean up all spilled hydraulic fluid to prevent personal injury or equipment damage SAFETY PRACTICES Do not continue to depress the UP button on the controller if the lift is not raising or if the lift has reached the fully raised position do so may result in permanent damage to the motor or pump NOTICE Never run the pump for more than a couple of seconds without pumping oil his applies to low oil conditions improper motor rotation running the pump against the relief pressure after the lift is fully raised against the physical stops running overloaded beyond capacity or running at reduced speed because of pinched or obstructed hydraulic lines NOTICE Do not operate the power unit on relief for more than a few seconds When on relief the valve will make a squealing sound NOTICE Precautions should be taken to prevent the introduction of contaminates such as dirt or other foreign material into the system through open fittings pipes or disassembled components will ruin the hydraulic System NOTICE Use only approved oils in the lift See Specifications section LABEL IDENTIFICATION Figure 1 Label Placement Tork Lift Item No Qty Description 1 2 Caution Familiarize Yourself With Operators Manual 36401487 2 4 j Danger DoNotPutHandsorFeet 36430050 3 1
21. f the lift This figure is a net capacity rating for lift furnished with the standard platform The relief valve of the pumping unit has been set to raise the weight plus a small amount for overload Where gravity roll sections special tops etc are installed on the lift after leaving the plant deduct the weight of these from the load rating to obtain the net capacity DO NOT EXCEED RATED CAPACITY OF THE LIFT Loading the lift beyond its rated capacity is unsafe will shorten the operational life of the lift and will void its warranty N DANGER Do not make modifications to the lift without authorization from the manufacturer Autoquip cannot foresee and is not responsible for injury or damage which results from the unauthorized modifications or misuse of the lift UNBALANCED LOADING The stabilization provided is basically for balanced loads special attachments extend beyond the length and or width dimensions of the platform the end and or side load capacity is reduced 2 for each one inch extension from the center If the load is rolling onto the platform in any but the fully lowered position the end and or side load capacity is reduced by a 5096 impact factor i e divide the rated end side load by 1 50 to establish an available axle load PUMP PRESSURE This lift incorporates a positive displacement pump machined to a high degree of accuracy and specially adapted to requirements of higher pressure ranges over that of
22. hortens the life of the lift and the length of your warranty and indicates that a more robust lift design for high cycle duty should have been requested MODIFICATIONS OR ALTERATIONS Modifications or alterations to industrial lifting equipment shall be made only with written permission of Autoquip Autoquip does not foresee and does not anticipate unauthorized modifications and these changes or alterations are grounds for voiding all warranties 4 SAFETY SIGNAL WORDS SAFETY ALERTS Required Reading The following SAFETY ALERTS are intended to create awareness of owners operators and maintenance personnel of the potential safety hazards and the steps that must be taken to avoid accidents These same alerts are inserted throughout this manual to identify specific hazards that may endanger uninformed personnel Identification of every conceivable hazardous situation is impossible Therefore all personnel have the responsibility to diligently exercise safe practices whenever exposed to this equipment N DANGER Identifies a hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or severe personal injury WARNING Identifies a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious personal injury N CAUTION Identifies a hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate personal injury NOTICE Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided
23. kmanship under this warranty Autoquip Corporation shall not be liable for any direct or consequential damages resulting from such noncompliance Autoquip Corporation s obligation under this warranty is limited to the replacement or repair of defective components at its factory or another location at Autoquip Corp s discretion at no cost to the owner This is owner s sole remedy Replacement parts will be warranted for the remainder of the equipment warranty period or ninety 90 days whichever is longer Except as stated herein Autoquip Corporation will not be liable for any loss injury or damage to persons or property nor for direct indirect or consequential damage of any kind resulting from failure or defective operation of said equipment All parts used to replace defective material must be genuine Autoquip parts in order to be covered by this Limited Warranty AUTOQUIP CORP P O Box 1058 Guthrie OK 73044 1058 Telephone 888 811 9876 405 282 5200 Fax 405 282 3302 www autoquip com CORPORATION 42
24. linder elbow fitting 3 Since the hose is fixed at both ends it is possible to put a twist in the hose that will allow it to describe the same pattern each time the lift is operated This twist will allow the hose to travel about half way between the cylinder on the right side and the inner leg on the right side 4 Lower the lift carefully and check to see that the hose is free and clear of the cylinder and the inner leg assembly not twist the hose in the direction necessary to clear it of any obstruction and then lock the swivel fitting securely 30 GENERAL MAINTENANCE WIRING AUTOQUIP SUPER TORQUE MOTORS Because Autoquip Super Torque motors actually deliver substantially more horsepower than their nameplate rating they must always be wired for heavier current draw than standard motors of the same nameplate rating However because of the euper Torque motors starting efficiency and superior running characteristics circuit components do not have to be as large as for standard motors of equal delivered horsepower The following chart should be observed in connecting these motors to power sources remembering that where 115 Volt operation is contemplated the current draw is too heavy for plugging into ordinary lighting circuits Heavy wire must be used all the way to the power source NOTE For larger horsepower motors consult factory HP 115 208 230V 60 115 V 33 6 Amps 208 230V 16 8 Amps 5
25. lock securely supports the lift and all hydraulic pressure has been removed from the lifting cylinders and hydraulic hoses Failure to do so could results in personal injury or death N WARNING Lift platforms traveling below floor levels may create openings and the shape of the load and how the load is arranged on the lift may create a toe hazard as the load passes the top edge of the pit Both situations may require guarding in accordance with Federal Regulations Any such guarding must be installed prior to operating the lift SAFETY PRACTICES N WARNING The hydraulic velocity fuse HVF must be properly installed is attached to the elbow fitting in the rod port of the cylinder Do not use a swivel fitting between the HVF and cylinder the HVF is installed improperly it will not lock up in the event of a catastrophic hydraulic line break WARNING Use properly rated hoses only Never use fittings or hoses that are not properly rated for the intended use WARNING Never exceed the rated capacity of the lift Overloading or uneven loading could result in load instability and cause serious personal injury N CAUTION Any time that the velocity fuses have been tripped owner must investigate the cause of the trip and ensure any necessary corrective actions have been taken prior to resumption of normal lift operation Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage CAUTION opill
26. may result in property or equipment damage SAFETY PRACTICES Read and understand this manual and all labels prior to operating or servicing the scissors lift All labels provided in accordance with ANSI Z535 4 DANGER Do not work under lift without Maintenance Device avoid personal injury NEVER go under the lift platform until the load is removed and the scissors mechanism is securely blocked in the open position See Lift Blocking Instructions section A DANGER To avoid personal injury stand clear of scissors mechanism while the lift is motion A DANGER Do not install the lift in a pit unless it has bevel toe guard or other approved toe protection A shear point can exist which can cause severe injury to the foot DANGER HIGH VOLTAGE Disconnect and or lock out the electrical supply to the power unit prior to any maintenance being performed SAFETY PRACTICES N DANGER ocissors lifts are designed individually for a specific load and application To avoid personal injury do not change the load or application from the original design N WARNING NEVER stand sit or ride on the lift WARNING All warning and information decals should be in place as outlined in the Label Identification section decals are missing or damaged they should be replaced with new ones Contact Autoquip for replacements N WARNING Do not attempt to remove the velocity fuse until the maintenance b
27. n lower the lift back to fully collapse holding the DOWN button for approximately 60 seconds Repeat this process five to seven times to bleed any air out of the hydraulic system 5 Raise the lift to the top of its travel and make positioning adjustments Check for the proper height If needed shim to the desired height DO NOT spot shim Shim the full length of the base frame This will prevent the frame from sagging under an exceptionally heavy load 6 The base frame of the lift has pre drilled holes for lagging it securely to the floor Mark the holes drill and install with anchors Lifts with oversize platforms have minimum pull out requirements of 2 000 lbs for each anchor 7 Make permanent electrical connections and operate the lift through a few cycles NOTICE Lifts designed to be surface mounted are built with the decks welded on and should not be lifted by the deck or top frame Doing so may result in damage to the cylinder base mounting straps 19 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS DANGER Do not work under the lift without Maintenance Device To avoid personal injury NEVER go under the lift platform until the load is removed and the scissors mechanism is securely blocked in the open position and the appropriate OSHA lock out tag out procedure is followed See Lift Blocking Instructions section PIT INSTALLATION MODELS WITH BEVEL TOE GUARDS A DANGER Do not install the lift in a pit unless it has a bevel t
28. nism is securely blocked in the open position and the appropriate OSHA lock out tag out procedure is followed See Lift Blocking Instructions section Daily Inspection List 10 hours of operation Check hydraulic reservoir fluid level Hydraulic pump unit is supplied by others Check for hydraulic fluid leaks Check all hydraulic hoses and electrical cords for cracks abrasions twisting etc omall leaks at connections can be remedied by tightening connections or replacing the faulty component Check that hydraulic pressure does not exceed 2 000 psi Check all pivot joints amp roller bearings for noise and wear Check overall condition of unit i e bends breaks loose or missing screws etc Monthly Inspection 100 hours of operation Check quality of hydraulic fluid Replace if it becomes discolored oxidized cloudy or otherwise contaminated Factory recommended fluid is SAE 10W 30 oll DO NOT OVERFILL Always use clean fluid Inspect lift cylinder rods for scoring and leaking wipe away any foreign material Inspect all structural and mechanical components for cracked or broken welds and any distortion caused by collision overloading or other misuse Inspect snap rings bolts at all rollers amp pivot points for proper retention amp tightness Inspect keeper bolts which capture cylinder base pins for proper retention Inspect all ram crosshead roll pins for proper seating amp retention When all above checks hav
29. nteinance leg inside the socket or until until the leg rollers make contact with both maintenance blocks Re check to ensure that both devices are fully and properly engaged with the leg rollers If both left and right maintenance locks are not fully engaged the lift could fall unexpectedly 16 LIFT BLOCKING INSTRUCTIONS Maintenance Leg socket Maintenance Leg storage Clips on top of Inner Leg MAINTENANCE DEVICE INSTALLED REQUIRED 1 EACH SIDE ENS MAINTENANCE DEVICE STORED Fig 10b Maintenance Devices 2 Roller Blocks Figure 10 Typical Maintenance Devices 17 LIFT BLOCKING INSTRUCTIONS N DANGER If for any reason you are unable to lower the lift completely onto the maintenance device s stop immediately and consult the factory Failure to properly use the factory approved maintenance device s could result in severe injury or death 5 Once the maintenance devices are properly and securely engaged continue to press the down button valve or switch for an additional 5 10 seconds to relieve all pressure in the hydraulic system it could take longer in a pneumatic system WARNING Failure to relieve operating system pressure could result in the sudden and unexpected release of high pressure fluids or air during maintenance and or repair of the lift and result in severe injury or death 6 Follow OSHA electrical lock out tag out procedures Disconnect and tag all electrical and or other
30. oe guard or other approved toe protection Failure to provide approved toe protection could result in exposure to shear points and potential severe injury to personnel 1 Check the pit dimensions Length and width should be 2 minimum longer and wider than the lift platform Pit depth should allow 12 for shims or grout 2 Check the case entrance into the pit The diameter should be 3 f the permanent electrical work is not complete some means of temporary lines with an on off device for the motor should be set up for testing purposes 3 Make sure the installation area is clean before starting Check the mounting surface of the pit floor with a level or straight edge If the floor is not level add shims or grout under the lift base frame along the entire perimeter of the base to achieve a level and flat base installation level base will ensure proper wheel tracking and smooth lift operation 4 Lower the lift into the pit and check for proper height The lift should be solid and flush with the pit angle framing If needed shim to the desired height DO NOT spot shim Shim the full length of the base frame This will prevent the frame from sagging under an exceptionally heavy load 20 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 5 Make temporary electrical connections and permanent hydraulic connections Raise the lift approximately one foot using the UP button Then lower the lift back to fully collapse holding the DOWN button for ap
31. power sources to prevent an unplanned or unexpected actuation of the lift 7 Once inspection or work is complete reverse the performance of the steps above to raise the lift off the maintenance devices and place the devices back into their designated storage positions DANGER HIGH VOLTAGE Disconnect and or lock out the electrical supply to the power unit per OSHA regulations prior to any installation or maintenance being performed 18 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Before installing the lift read amp follow the recommended safety practices in the Safety Practices section Failure to follow these safety practices could result in death or serious injury FLOOR INSTALLATION 1 Make sure the installation area is clean before starting Check the mounting surface of the floor with a level or straight edge If the floor is not level add shims or grout under the lift base frame along the entire perimeter of the base to achieve a level and flat base installation level base will ensure proper wheel tracking and smooth lift operation 2 If the permanent electrical work is not complete some means of temporary lines with an on off device for the power supply should be set up for testing purposes 3 Place the lift in the installation area and level the base frame per note 1 4 Make temporary electrical connections and permanent hydraulic connections Raise the lift approximately one foot using the UP button The
32. pplicable safe operating practices REMOVAL FROM SERVICE Any lift not in safe operating condition such as but not limited to excessive leakage missing rollers pins or fasteners any bent or cracked structural members cut or frayed electric hydraulic or pneumatic lines damaged or malfunctioning controls or safety devices etc shall be removed from service until it is repaired to the original manufacturer s standards REPAIRS All repairs shall be made by qualified personnel in conformance with Autoquip s instructions OPERATORS Only trained personnel and authorized personnel shall be permitted to operate the lift BEFORE OPERATION Before using the lift the operator shall have Read and or had explained and understood the manufacturers operating instructions and safety rules e Inspected the lift for proper operation and condition Any suspect item shall be carefully examined and a determination made by a qualified person as to whether it constitutes a hazard All items not in conformance with Autoquip s specification shall be corrected before further use of the lift DURING OPERATION The lift shall only be used in accordance with Autoquip s O amp M manual Do not overload the lift Ensure that all safety devices are operational and in place Autoquip warrants this lift for 60 000 cycles each warranty year This number of cycles is meant to represent normal single shift duty Exceeding this number of cycles s
33. proximately 60 seconds Repeat this process five to seven times to bleed any air out of the hydraulic system 6 Raise and lower the lift to make positioning adjustments and align the platform in the pit with a proper clearance of 3 minimum around the edges from the platform to the pit angle DANGER Do not work under lift without Maintenance Device To avoid personal injury NEVER go under the lift platform until the load is removed and the scissors mechanism is securely blocked in the open position and the appropriate OSHA lock out tag out procedure is followed See Lift Blocking Instructions section 7 The base frame of the lift has pre drilled holes for lagging it securely to the floor Mark hoes drill and install with anchors Lifts with oversize platforms have minimum pull out requirements of 2 000 165 for each anchor 8 Make the permanent electrical connections and operate the lift through a few cycles CLEAN UP 1 Clean up any debris from the area A clean installation makes a good impression and creates a much safer environment 2 Touch up paint is available from Autoquip for repair of damaged paint surfaces WARNING All DANGER WARNING and CAUTION labels and informational decals and plates must be intact and in place on the lift Contact an Autoquip representative if labels are missing or damaged See Label Identification section of this manual 3 Clean up any spilled oil from the area Dispose of an
34. ration with small surges that may occur when operating on rough or uneven floors Check for oil starvation Motor labors or heats The voltage may be low Check at the motor excessively terminals while the pump is running loaded not at the line source or while the pump is idling Inadequate wiring can starve the motor even when the source voltage is ample Most Autoguip s standard motors are rated for intermittent duty two minute run times with two minute rests If a single phase motor is being run more than 15 20 motor starts per hour or a 3 phase motor more than 200 starts per hour the problem may be motor over heating Running against relief pressure unnecessarily due to over loaded lift or hitting physical stops Failure to observe wiring diagram on nameplate for proper voltage connections The pump may be binding from oil starvation which develops high internal heat Check for low oil level or closed breather holes in the reservoir fill plug The pump can be irreparably damaged by oll starvation and may have to be replaced 41 LIMITED WARRANTY The user is solely responsible for using this equipment in a safe manner and observing all of the safety guidelines provided in the Operation Manual and on the warning labels provided with the lift If you are unable to locate either the manual or the warning labels please contact Autoquip or access www autoquip com for replacement downloads or information
35. travel of the platform is attained removing the operators foot or hand from the switch deactivates the UP circuit button The oil stops flowing and the upward movement will stop 4 To lower the lift activate the DOWN button Opening the down control valve allows the oil in the cylinders to flow through the down valve at a controlled rate and return oil to the reservoir 5 When the desired height or downward travel of the platform is attained removing the operators foot or hand from the switch deactivates the DOWN circuit The oil stops flowing from the cylinders and the downward movement will stop WARNING Personnel should always maintain a safe operating distance of at least 36 any time the lift is operated up or down NOTICE Do not operate the power unit on relief for more than a few seconds When on relief the valve will make a squealing sound 24 ROUTINE MAIN I ENANCE WARNING Before maintaining the lift read amp follow the recommended safety practices in the Safety Practices section Failure to follow these safety practices could result in death or serious injury Normally scissors lifts will require very little maintenance However a routine maintenance program could prevent costly replacement of parts and or downtime DANGER Do not work under the lift without a Maintenance Device To avoid personal injury NEVER go under the lift platform until the load is removed and the scissors mecha
36. ve anchor bolts into holes so that a minimum of six to seven threads are below the top surface of the anchor clips 4 Tighten nuts securely Be sure enough force is used to spread anchor bolt wedges usually 3 or 4 turns beyond finger tight 5 After lift has been aligned leveled and shimmed and anchor bolts have been installed pour grout under entire base frame 6 When set and cured tighten nuts on anchor bolts 7 Run hydraulic hose or electrical cord through conduit in pit wall eae LL m 7 LA rA 2 Figure 12 Anchor Detail 23 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A CAUTION Familiarize yourself with this operators manual before operating this equipment ocissors lifts have maximum lifting capacity ratings See the Specifications section he safety relief valve has been factory set to open at a point slightly above the rated load and allows the oil to bypass into the reservoir The safety relief valve should not be adjusted for any reason as it could cause the motor to prematurely burn out Applying loads exceeding the rated capacity of the lift may result in excessive wear and damage to the lift NO This type of lift is designed primarily for in plant applications and is furnished with a constant pressure foot switch or PUSH BUTTON controls Actuating the UP button will cause oil to enter the cylinders and the lift will rise 3 When the desired height or upward
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