Southworth Products
DDL Dock Lift Manual
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7. Anchor the machine using appropriate anchors.
8.
Clear the hydraulic lines by flushing with compressed air.
Hydraulic lines must be clear of debris before connecting or damage
may occur when the unit is powered.
If hoses & electrical wiring are not routed through conduit, hoses and
wiring must be protected from damage by other means.
9. Make all hydraulic connections according the hydraulic schematic.
– See Hydraulic
Information section for specifications and schematics.
10. Make all electrical connections according the wiring schematic.
– See Electrical
Information section for specifications and schematics.
11. If applicable, install and anchor ramp.
12. Install handrails and snap cables/ chains.
13. Check all hydraulic hoses and connections, wiring and electrical connections, and other
components for proper installation and damage.
14. Cycle the lift to test function. If platform does not begin to raise after a few seconds,
see
Troubleshooting section
.
5. Operation
Before operating
this machine, read and understand this manual. Inspect the machine for
excessive wear and/ or damage.
If excessive wear or damage is found, remove the machine
from service and contact maintenance personnel.
Inspect all precautionary labeling. If any
label is missing or illegible contact the manufacturer for replacement labels. Ensure area is free of
debris.
Before raising or lowering, raise throw over plate(s) and bridge plate(s)
to avoid damaging the plate(s).
BEFORE PERSONNEL MAY
RIDE ON LIFT
MUST BE SECURED
ALL SNAP CHAINS/CABLES
THROW OVER PLATE
MUST BE IN RAISED
POSITION BEFORE
RAISING OR LOWERING
THE PLATFORM
ALL HANDRAILS MUST BE
INSTALLED AND SECURED
BEFORE PERSONNEL MAY
RIDE ON LIFT
