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WALTCO WDV - User Manual

WALTCO WDV
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Tech Manual
WDV & WDVBG
3500 - 6600 lb. Capacity Rail Liftgates
Waltco Lift Corp. Waltco Lift Corp. Waltco Lift Inc.
Corporate Office United State United States Canada
285 Northeast Ave. 620 S Hambledon Ave. 90 North Queen St.
Tallmadge, OH 44278 City of Industry, CA 91744 Etobicoke, ON M8Z 2C5
P: 330.633.9191 P: 626.964.0990 P: 888.343.4550
F: 330.633.1418 F: 626.964.0149
Waltco Tech Support
Phone: 800.633.9191
This manual covers:
WDV GEN 1 & GEN
7/17/16
1
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parts@waltco.com
Generation 1 models have the Break-Away not Wrap Around Dock Bumper Plates
2
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Summary

Introduction

Liftgate Component Glossary

Explanation of Specification Tag

Explains the details found on the liftgate specification tag.

Series Hydraulic Circuit Explained

Liftgate Key Components Overview

Electric Hydraulic Flow Diagrams

Power Up

Describes the hydraulic and electrical flow for the Power Up function.

Power Down

Describes the hydraulic and electrical flow for the Power Down function.

Power Close

Describes the hydraulic and electrical flow for the Power Close function.

Power Open

Describes the hydraulic and electrical flow for the Power Open function.

Hydraulic Schematics: 4;09-10;11 Models

Single Pump, Single Relay

Diagram for 4/09-10/11 models with single pump/motor, single relay.

Dual Pump, Single Relay

Diagram for 4/09-10/11 models with dual pump/motor, single relay.

Hydraulic Schematics: 10;11+ Models

Single Pump, Dual Relay

Diagram for 10/11+ models with single pump/motor, dual relay.

Dual Pump, Dual Relay

Diagram for 10/11+ models with dual pump/motor, dual relay.

Work Light System Schematic

Cycle Counter Diagrams

Single Power Unit

Schematic for cycle counter with a single power unit.

Dual Power Unit

Schematic for cycle counter with a dual power unit.

Gravity Down Schematics

Single Power Unit

Schematic for gravity down function with a single power unit.

Dual Power Unit

Schematic for gravity down function with a dual power unit.

Power Open Schematic

Power Down Schematic

Power Up Schematic

Power Close Schematic

Liftgate Troubleshooting Guide

Checking Oil Level & Viscosity

Instructions for checking oil level and viscosity.

Addressing Oil Overflows

How to address oil overflows from the reservoir.

Recommended Liftgate Batteries

Details on recommended liftgate battery type and specifications.

Liftgate Wont Raise: Motor Not Running

Troubleshooting steps when the liftgate fails to raise.

Slow Raise: Motor Runs

Diagnosing slow or no-raise issues with motor running.

Platform Lowers During Up Command

Troubleshooting when platform lowers unexpectedly during up command.

Slow Lowering Issues

Steps to diagnose slow or no-lower platform issues.

Platform Not Lifting to Full Capacity

Addressing issues where the platform cannot reach full lift capacity.

Control Switch Fuse Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting steps for a blown control switch fuse.

Lift Cylinder Bleeding Procedure

Procedure for bleeding air from the lift cylinders.

Platform Open;Close Failure

Troubleshooting when the platform fails to open or close.

Slow Platform Open;Close

Diagnosing slow platform opening or closing speeds.

Platform Locking Issues

Steps to fix issues with the platform not locking correctly.

Platform Leaks Down Troubleshooting

Steps to diagnose and fix platform leaks.

Circuit Breaker Reset Issues

Troubleshooting recurring circuit breaker trips.

Overheating Pump Motor

Causes and solutions for an overheating pump motor.

Squealing Noise Diagnosis

Diagnosing and fixing squealing noises from the liftgate.

Lift Cylinder Replacement

Internal Valve Notes

Instructions for handling internal pressure compensating valves.

External Valve Notes

Instructions for handling external pressure compensating valves.

Lift Cylinder Replacement Steps

Step-by-step guide for replacing lift cylinders.

Closing Cylinder Bleeding

Hydraulic Oil Change Procedure

High Pitch Noise Troubleshooting

Tight Cylinder Seal Noise

Addressing squealing noise caused by tight cylinder seals.

Defective Flow Valve Noise

Troubleshooting squealing noise due to a defective flow valve.

Guard Interference Noise

Fixing squealing noise from guard interference.

Hinge Pin Interference Noise

Resolving squealing noise from platform hinge pin interference.

Switch & Hose Replacement

Travel Latch Engagement Check

Checking Travel Latch Engagement

Checking proper engagement of the travel latch mechanism.

Installing Retaining Ring

Steps for installing the platform retaining ring.

Quarterly Preventive Maintenance Guide

Inspect Liftgate Columns

Inspection points for liftgate columns.

Inspect Dock Bumpers

Inspection points for liftgate dock bumpers.

Inspect Liftgate Platform

Inspection points for the liftgate platform.

Inspect Runner Assembly

Inspection points for the liftgate runner assembly.

Inspect Hydraulic & Electrical Components

Inspection of hydraulic and electrical parts.

Final Maintenance Inspection

Concluding checks as part of the maintenance.

Annual Inspection Procedure

Annual inspection and PM procedures.

Ordering Waltco Parts

WALTCO WDV Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandWALTCO
ModelWDV
CategoryLifting Systems
LanguageEnglish