Blitz DUPLEX S2, Operating Instructions Manual

4. 

Safety

 precautions 

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4.  Safety precautions 

Observe the following instructions under all circum-
stances! 

4.1  Standard operation 



Only operate the lift after reading and under-
standing these operating instructions. Follow the 
short operating manual on the lift. 



The permissible overall load capacity per lifting 
cylinder is maximum 15,000 kg (see axle load in 
manufacturer’s specifications). 



for the lift may only be operated by persons who 
are older than 18 years of age, trained for lift op-
eration and who have signed the handover report. 



Only use the lift with a covered pit. 

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Vehicles with low ground clearance or with op-
tional extras must be inspected upfront. Only lift 
these vehicles if no damage will occur. 



Work on the lift only with the main switch turned 
off and locked. 

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Prohibited: 
● Passenger transport with the lift. 
● Climbing on lift or load. 
● Riding on the equipment. 



Emergency lowering of vehicles must only be 
carried out by competent persons. 



When not in use, switch off equipment and se-
cure main switch with padlock. 

4.2  Operational safety, malfunctions 



The operational safety of the lift is to be checked 
regularly. 



In the case of malfunctions or missing safety-
relevant components the lift is immediately to be 
taken out of operation. Inform a superior or au-
thorized customer service. 

4.3  Pick-up points 



Check for load capacity, corrosion, damage and 
modifications before applying the lifting cylinder 
pick-up points to the vehicle. 



Only lift vehicles on manufacturer-approved posi-
tions. 



No work, which affects the stability of the pick-up 
points on the lifted vehicle is permitted. 

4.4  Lifting / lowering 



Only operate the lift if no persons are at risk. 



No persons are permitted within the load and 
pick-up area during lifting and lowering. 



After lifting just above floor level, check that the 
vehicle is secure. Only afterwards lift vehicle to 
desired height. 



The entire area below load and pick-up equip-
ment must be free of obstructions. 
 

4.5 

Operation without controls “FOR” 



Inform persons in the lift area of the manual ad-
justment of the vehicle position. 



For lifts with 4, 5 or 6 lifting cylinders: 
Lower all vehicles  which are not affected by the 
repair completely before activating the intended 
FOR function. 



For safety reasons, a second operator must be 
called in to permanently activate the 

“FOR” switch 

and to deactivate immediately in case of danger. 



Ensure horizontal vehicle position during lower-
ing. 
 

4.6  Installation, maintenance, repair 



Installation, maintenance and repair work must 
only be carried out with switched off and secured 
equipment by trained and authorized experts. 



Work on the electrical equipment must only be 
carried out by electricians. 



Work on hydraulic equipment must only be car-
ried out by experts with specialist knowledge and 
experience. 



Repair of lift safety mechanisms must only be 
carried out by competent persons. 



Adhere to the maintenance schedule, record 
maintenance work. 



Only use original spare parts from the manufac-
turer. 



The lift must be inspected by authorized expert after 
design modifications or repair of safety-relevant 
components.