Autoquip FREIGHTLIFT FLT - Manual (Page 76)

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GLOSSARY OF TERMS
TERM DEFINITION
Mechanical
stop A mechanical means of stopping travel at a predetermined spot or to prevent overtravel
of a lift.
Nonoperating
end The side(s) of the platform not used for loading/unloading. Handrails with midrails and
kick plates are supplied as minimum safety protection.
Operating end The side(s) of the platform used for loading/unloading. A safety chain is supplied as
minimum safety protection.
Platform The horizontal surface of the carriage where the load is placed.
Power unit An assembly including, but not limited to the motor, pump, reservoir, and the Deltatrol
valve.
Pressure relief
valve A valve that can be set to a predetermined pressure. If the pressure is exceeded, the
valve will open to prevent damage to the hydraulic system.
Pressure switch A switch that can be set to a predetermined pressure. When this pressure is reached, it
will open, thus turning off the power.
Roll off panel A structure used on the upper levels to prevent personnel/products from falling off the
platform when loading.
Snap chain A length of chain with a clasp on the end to close off the operating end of a carriage.
Straddle A style of Freightlift in which the carriage ides between two masts that are mounted on
opposite sides of the carriage. This style will accommodate both “C” and “Z” loading
patterns.
Top Stop Bolts Two adjustable bolts used to physically stop the carriage at the top of the lift travel.
VRC Vertical reciprocating conveyor
Vertical travel The distance from the lowest point of infeed or discharge to the highest point of infeed or
discharge
Zero drift A pressure-sensing feature that prevents the platform from drifting from an upper level.