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STEP 13
LIFT OPERATION
TO RAISE A VEHICLE:
1. Center the Vehicle between Posts. Adjust Vehicle front-to-back so the center of
gravity falls in the middle of the Posts.
2. Position lift contact pads at manufacturers recommended lifting points.
3. Before raising a Vehicle, make sure all personnel are clear of the Lift and surround-
ing area. Pay careful attention to overhead clearances.
4. Raise the Lift by pressing the Raise button on Power Unit until contact pads make
contact with the underside of Vehicle.
5. Verify the Vehicle is secure and Arm Restraint Locks are engaged on all four Arms.
6. After the Vehicle is raised to the desired height, press the Lowering Handle until
the Lift stops evenly on the Safety Locks. (See gure 25)
7. When raising the Lift, always keep a visual line of site on the Lift.
TO LOWER A VEHICLE:
1. Before lowering a Vehicle, be sure all personnel are clear of the Lift and
surrounding area. Make sure all tools and equipment have been cleared from
under the Lift.
2. Raise the Lift o of the Safety Lock by pressing the Raise button on the
Power Unit. Make sure you raise the Lift by at least one inch from the Safety
Lock to allow adequate clearance.
3. Disengage the Safety Lock on each Post by pulling up the Release
Handle. (See gure 26)
4. Press and hold the Lowering Handle on the Power Unit until the Lift has descended
completely and all four Arm Restraint Gears are completely released.
5. When lowering the Lift, pay careful attention that all personnel and objects are kept
clear. Always keep a visual line of site on the Lift at all times.
BE SURE TO READ ALL SAFETY TIPS PRIOR TO OPERATING LIFT. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE
• Lubricate all moving parts with a white lithium grease.
• Check all connections, bolts and pins to insure proper mounting.
MONTHLY MAINTENANCE
• Make a visual inspection of all moving parts and check for excessive signs of wear.
• Check condition of lift pads and adapters.
• Check condition of arm restraints. Adjust as necessary.
• Inspect all bolts, pins and anchor bolts.
• Replace all faulty parts before lift is put back into operation.
*NOTE: Refer to ALI Reference Guide for all lift point recommendations and
safety data.