Autoquip FREIGHTLIFT FLH - Manual (Page 26)

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5. MECHANICAL INSTALLATION
A. Most work can be done with the lift carriage fully lowered. Never work under the lift
carriage unless it is blocked in place per the Installation and Service manual.
B. Never allow a person to ride on the carriage of the lift.
C. Use only the hardware supplied by the Manufacturer to assemble the lift. This
hardware is often high grade, some hardware is metric.
D. Use only the carriage lifting cables and attachment hardware supplied by the
Manufacturer.
6. HYDRAULIC INSTALLATION
A. Most work can be done with the lift carriage fully lowered. Never work under the lift
carriage unless it is blocked in place per the Installation and Service manual.
B. Never use Teflon tape on threaded connections. Teflon tape does not dissolve and,
if introduced into hydraulic system, may contaminate the oil and cause valving to
malfunction.
C. Never adjust a relief valve setting, these are factory set to meet design and code
requirements.
D. Carefully bleed all air out of the hydraulic system before running lift to full travel per
Manufacturer’s procedure in the Installation and Service manual.
E. Make sure that the oil level in the reservoir is sufficient for running lift to full travel.
F. Use only hydraulic fluid recommended by the Manufacturer in the Installation and
Service manual.
G. Make sure all pressure in the system is relieved before cracking open or
disassembling any pressurized fitting or hose.
7. ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
A. Ensure that the supplied voltage matches the motor supplied.
B. Make sure customer-supplied electrical disconnect is installed and adequately fused.
INSTALLER GUIDELINES/RESPONSIBILITIES