Southworth Air Bag Lift Tables
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MAINTENANCE
All service should be done by qualified personnel. Qualified personnel should be able to read and
understand wiring and pneumatic diagrams. They should be able to troubleshoot live pneumatic circuits
safely and in accordance with accepted practice. FOR SAFETY’S SAKE, if in doubt, please contact
your dealer or Southworth Products Corporation Customer Service Department at (207)878-0700 or
(800)743-1000.
Before servicing the lift, read and understand this entire section and the section entitled “Operating
Instructions.”
Hazards
There are several hazards you should be aware of as you service the lift:
Before working on the lift be sure to insert and all maintenance devices.
WARNING!
As the lift moves, “pinch points” are created. Keep hands, feet and loose clothing
away from these pinch points. If your arms, hands or your clothing is caught, you
may be hurt.
CAUTION!
The warning labels on the lift are there for the safety of the operator. If the labels are
worn or missing, replace them
Routine Periodic Maintenance
Every month:
Visually inspect the leg rollers, center pivot bushings and the upper and lower hinge pins and
bushings.
Apply oil or WD-40 to all parts listed above.
Note: Although the bearings are “lifetime lubricated,” their performance may be extended by
additional periodic lubrication (WD-40).
Every six months:
Check all of the pneumatic fittings and hoses and repair the connections if necessary. Occasionally,
the fittings can be worked loose by vibrations from the lift.
Check all lag anchors to make sure they are tight.
WARNING!
If a pneumatic fitting becomes loose or if a pneumatic hose breaks, the air will escape
from the system under pressure. If the lift is elevated when this happens, it will drop
very quickly. Someone may be hurt or the product or the lift may be damaged.
