4. Motor hums and will not run:
A. Impeller fan cover is dented. Take off and straighten.
B. Faulty wiring. Call electrician
C. Bad capacitor. Call electrician
D. Low voltage. Call electrician
E. Lift overloaded. Reduce load.
5. Lift jerks going up and down: air in hydraulic system. Raise lift all the way to the top
and return to floor. Repeat 4-6 times. Do not let this overheat power unit.
6. Oil leaks:
A. Power unit:
If the power unit leaks hydraulic oil around the tank mounting flange
then check the oil level in the tank. The level should be two inches below the flange
of the tank. Check with a screwdriver.
B. Rod end of cylinder
: If the rod seal of the cylinder is leaking, then rebuild or
replace the cylinder.
C. Breather end of the cylinder
: If the piston seal of the cylinder is leaking, then
rebuild or replace the cylinder.
7. Lift makes excessive noise:
A. Leg of the lift is dry and requires grease.
B. Cylinder pulley assembly or cable pulley assembly is not moving freely.
C. Pins or cylinder yoke may have excessive wear.
OWNER / EMPLOYER RESPONSIBILITIES
The Owner/Employer:
• Shall establish procedures to periodically maintain, inspect and care for the lift in
accordance with the manufactures recommended procedures to ensure continued safe
operations.
• Shall provide necessary lockout / tagouts of energy sources per ANSIZ244.1 –1982
before beginning any lift repairs.
• Shall not modify the lift in any manner without prior written consent of the manufacturer.
• Shall display the operating instructions supplied with the lift in a conspicuous location
in the lift area convenient to the operator.
• Shall ensure that lift operators are instructed in the proper and safe use and operation of
the lift using the manufacturer’s instructions supplied with the lift.
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Floor Plate/Overhead Style Lifts
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