Autoquip VERTICAL RAM LIFTS - DUAL RAM - Manual (Page 13)

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LOADING
The hydraulic ram type lift has the capacity rating stamped on a metal plate attached to
the platform on one side of the lift. This figure is a net capacity rating for the lift as
furnished when shipped from the Autoquip factory. The relief valve of the pumping unit
has been set to raise the indicated amount of capacity plus a small amount of 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. The lift
should never be overloaded beyond the established capacity, as serious damage to the
ram assembly, the platform, and possible injury may result.
UNBALANCED LOADING
Unbalanced loadings of the lift is indicated on the nameplate showing the four sides of
the lift and the maximum axle loads that the lift was designed to take over its sides.
Axle load ranges stated as such take into account a 50% impact factor from rolling
loads, and the equipment is stressed to take such loading on the standard platform as
shipped from Autoquip. Any modifications of the standard platforms will result in
deterioration of the axle load ratings across the edges of the platform and the factory
should be consulted should any modifications in the field be considered.
SPECIFICATIONS