PRECAUTIONS Recognize Precautionary Information General Operational Precautions Safety-Alert Symbol The Safety- Alert Symbol is a graphic representation intended to convey a safety message without the use of words. When you see this symbol, be alert to the possibility of death or serious injury. Follow the Read and understand the Owner’s/User’s Manual instructions in the safety message panel.
PRECAUTIONS Operational Safety Precautions Operational Precautions Learn the safe way to operate this equipment. Read and understand the manufacturer’s instructions. If you have any questions, ask your supervisor. Chock/restrain all transport vehicles, Never Stay clear of dock leveling device when transport Stay clear of dock leveling device when transport remove the wheel chocks until loading or vehicle is entering or leaving area.
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PRECAUTIONS Operational Precautions Do not use dock leveling device if transport vehicle is too high or too low. Do not overload the dock leveling device. Do not operate any equipment while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Do not leave equipment or material unattended on dock leveling device.
PRECAUTIONS Maintenance Safety Precautions DO NOT grind or weld if hydraulic fluid or other flammable liquid is present on the surface to be ground or welded DO NOT grind or weld if uncontained hydraulic fluid or other flammable liquid is present. Stray sparks can ignite spills or leaks near the work area.
PRECAUTIONS Precaution Decal’s CRUSH HAZARD DO NOT WALK IN FRONT OF DOCK LEVELER until you: Restore the dock leveler to its safe sto red ver t ical position with lip extended. Unsupported dock levelers can lower unexpectedly. Before allowing CRUSH HAZARD vehicle to leave Prior to any maintenance, repair or adjustments to dock...
OWNER’S/USER’S RESPONSIBILITIES 1) The manufacturer shall provide to the initial should be done on a regular basis and should include purchaser and make the following information an understanding and familiarity with all functions of readily available to the owners/users and their the equipment.
Ramp Hydraulic) series hydraulic dock leveler. Capacity (CIR*) 40,000 lb (18 144 kg) Designed by McGuire to be a marvel of simplicity and 45,000 lb (20 412 kg) efficiency, your dock leveler, when properly installed, 50,000 lb (22 680 kg will provide many years of trouble-free performance with an absolute minimum of maintenance.
INTRODUCTION Component Identification RRH Fixed E Hoist Cylinder* Side End Load Support Platform F Hinge Pin, Lip PowerPac** C Lip Cylinder G Maintenance Props K Hinge Pin, Platform D Flow Control Valve H Embed P Lifting Bracket * Models may be equipped with 1 or 2 cylinders. **Powerpac may be mounted on underside of leveler or remotely.
INSTALLATION Component Identification RRH Manual Side Shift Hinge Pin, Lip Maintenance Props Platform G Hinge Pin, Platform M Stops, Roller Track Lip Cylinder* H Carriage N PowerPac (remote mount) Flow Control Valve Cam Followers (Bearings) O Side End Load Support Hoist Cylinder* Roller Track * Models may be equipped with 1 or 2 cylinders.
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INTRODUCTION Component Identification RRH Hydraulic Side Shift F Hinge Pin, Lip K Carriage Platform G Hinge Pin, Platform PowerPac (remote mounted) C Lip Cylinder* H Maintenance Props M Side End Load Support D Flow Control Valve Cam Followers (bearings) N Side Shift Cylinder Hoist Cylinder* Roller Track O Side Shift Cylinder Mount...
INSTALLATION RRH Fixed installation 4. Attach lifting chain to lifting bracket(s) (A) and to a lifting device (i.e., hoist or fork truck) having the appropriate lifting capacity and reach. Post safety warnings and barricade the work area at dock level and ground level to prevent unauthorized 5.
INSTALLATION RRH Side Shift Installation 6-1/2” 10” Channel Roller Track Installation of Carriage and Platform (if separated). 1. Check the roller track (A) for proper construction according to approved/certified pit drawings. Make sure roller track is level. Inspect track to be free from damage and clear of foreign material.
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INSTALLATION ALWAYS disconnect electrical power source and ground wire before welding on dock leveler. DO NOT ground welding equipment to any hydraulic or electrical components of the dock leveler. Always ground to the dock leveler frame. 8. Installation of platform to carriage. A.
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INSTALLATION Install Dock Leveler CRUSH HAZARD DO NOT WORK UNDER OR IN FRONT OF RAIL RAMP unless ALL maintenance props have been properly positioned secured. Side maintenance props must be positioned and secured with screw and nut as shown in figure “A” below.
INSTALLATION Optional Hydraulic Side Shift 1. Install side travel mount (see drawings for mounting locations). 2. Install side shift cylinder. 3. Connect hydraulic hoses. Note: Do not connect hoist cylinder(s) at this time. System must be bled before connected (see page 19).
INSTALLATION Install Control Panel and Wiring The electrical power must be OFF prior to electrical installation. For maximum protection, use an OSHA approved locking device to lock out all power sources. Only the person installing the equipment should have the key to unlock the power source. DO NOT make any final electrical connections until all welding has been completed.
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INSTALLATION Placard Installation Instructions • Owner/Users are responsible for the installation and placement of product placards. • Make sure placard is in plain view of dock leveler and/or vehicle restraint operations. • Suggested placement of placard is near control box attached to electrical conduit by using nylon tie.
INSTALLATION Put New Dock Leveler Into Service 1. Purge system (see page 19). DO NOT grind or weld if hydraulic fluid or other flammable liquid is present on the surface to be 2. Connect hoist cylinder (see page 19) ground or welded. 3.
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INSTALLATION Purging Air from the RRH Hydraulic System. 1. Begin by supporting the RRH leveler in the stored CRUSH HAZARD position with securing the maintenance props in DO NOT WORK UNDER OR IN FRONT OF RAIL RAMP unless ALL maintenance props have been the maintenance position.
OPERATION Theory Control Box Hoist Cylinder (s) Side End Load Supports Lip Button Platform Lip Cylinder (s) Roller Track Lower Button PowerPack Raise Button Left Button When the RRH dock leveler is operated, an electric time and the motor will shut off and the lip will lower. motor(C) is activated, which, drives a hydraulic pump.
OPERATION Stay clear of dock leveler when transport vehicle Only trained personnel should operate the dock carrier is entering or leaving dock area. leveler. DO NOT move or use the dock leveler if anyone is DO NOT use a broken or damaged dock leveler. under or in front of leveler.
OPERATION Operating Instruction Ramp Loading/Unloading Instructions NOTE: If end unloading is required, see End Loading/Unloading Instructions on page 23. 4. Proceed with loading or unloading the transport vehicle. 1. Check to make sure RRH dock leveler is positioned squarely on transport vehicle. 5.
OPERATION Operating Instructions—Continued Below Dock End Loading/Unloading Instructions Optional Side Shift Instructions 1. Check to make sure the RRH dock leveler is 1. Instruct transport vehicle to remain at the dock positioned squarely on transport vehicle. until the loading or unloading process has been completed.
MAINTENANCE Service Dock Leveler 1.50" Arc Flash and Shock Hazard PPE [Personal Protection Equipment] Required De-energize equipment before working on or inside. Do not open cover without appropriate PPE. Refer to NFPA 70E for PPE requirements. This panel may contain more than one power source.
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MAINTENANCE To ensure normal operation of the RRH dock leveler, use only Aircraft Hydraulic Fluid designed to meet or exceed military specification MIL-H-5606-G. It is When service under the dock leveler is required, recommended that the following hydraulic fluids be always lock all electrical disconnects in the OFF used: position after raising the platform and engaging the...
MAINTENANCE Lip Hinge Area Hoist Cylinder Lip Cylinder pins Platform Pins Cam Rollers Hoist Cylinder rod eye Regular maintenance must be performed on a weekly Quarterly Maintenance and quarterly schedule. Follow all safety precautions. • Weekly Maintenance Weekly Maintenance • Lubricate the following areas with light weight machine oil: •...
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MAINTENANCE • Rue clip is in manual lock position. • J box for water damage. • Inspect hoses,cylinders, fittings and power pack. • Control box and conduit for damage • Check fluid level when the unit is in the stored position.
ADJUSTMENTS Main Pressure Relief The pressure relief on the remote PPACs are factory adjusted. Consult Factory. When service under the dock leveler is required, always lock all electrical disconnects in the OFF position after raising the platform and engaging the maintenance prop.
ADJUSTMENTS Leveler Pressure Relief Slotted Adjusting Screw Jam Nut 1. The leveler must be in the stored position and the maintenance prop in the service position. Pressure Relief 2. Turn OFF all electrical power to the dock leveler. Attach safety lockout and tagout devices. 3.
TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting Before performing the detailed troubleshooting procedures, check the following items first: • Check all fuses inside the control panel(s). Replace • Make sure the correct voltages are present at the any blown fuse(s) with a fuse of equal specification. proper locations inside the control panel(s).
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TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Possible Cause Solution Motor overload device Reset overload relay (three-phase) or replace tripped or fuse blown. fuse(s) (single-phase). Determine cause of overload. NOTE: When replacing fuse(s), the new fuse must have the same specification as the old fuse. Platform does not rise or lower.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Possible Cause Solution Heavy object(s) on platform. Remove object(s) from platform. NOTE: For safety reasons, the dock leveler is designed to lift only the platform’s own weight. Dock leveler binds. Check for visible obstructions that could cause binding. Remove obstructions. If no obstructions found, call Poweramp Technical Services.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Possible Cause Solution Low hydraulic fluid. Add fluid as needed. See Periodic Maintenance in Platform does not rise to the Maintenance section. full height. Float coil energized. Remove the wire of terminal strip to the float coil, If leveler raises possible bad relay.
PARTS PARTS J -Box Item Quantity Part Number Description 2751-0042 J Box Fiber Glass 5” x 5“ (Includes Cover) 0961-0054 Mercury Switch Click for manuals and videos http://www.docksystemsinc.com/Parts-Service 4111-0070 — May 2017 June 2017...
PARTS Platform Hose Routing Item Quantity Part Number Description 9301-0192 Fitting, Tee #6 JIC As Req. 9904-____ Hose, Lip Cylinder As Req. 9904-____ Hose, Hoist Cylinder Blind End As Req. 9904-____ Hose, Hoist Cylinder Rod End 9904-____ Hose, Hoist Cylinder Bind End Tee To Valve Block As Req.
PARTS Optional Hydraulic Side Shift Item Quantity Part Number Description 0525-0071 Cylinder 0000-____ Cylinder Mount 2101-0237 Cap Screw 3/4-10 x 5-1/2 Lg. Cylinder Pin Short 2101-0148 Nut 3/4-10 2101-0093 Washer, Flat 3/4 Provide dock leveler serial number, platform size, and lip size when calling or faxing orders 4111-0070 —...
PARTS RRH Manifold Pressure Relief Hoist Cyl Rod End Return To Tank Pump Psi “C” Lip Valve “E” Lower Platform “D” Lower Platform Lip Cyl Hoist Cyl Blind End “B” Float Valve Item Quantity Part Number Description 8585-0089 Vertical Valve Assembly 8581-0005 Valve Cartridge 3-Way Delta 8581-0102...
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PARTS RRH Manifold Remote Mounted Pressure Relief Hoist Cyl Rod End Return To Tank Pump Psi “C” Lip Valve “E” Lower Platform Lip Cyl “D” Lower Platform Hoist Cyl Blind End “B” Float Valve Item Quantity Part Number Description 8585-0088 Valve Assembly - Complete 8581-0005 Valve Cartridge 3-Way...
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PARTS RRH Side Shift Diverter Valve Manifold To Side Shift Valve Pressure From Pump To Leveler Manifold Item Quantity Part Number Description 8583-0013 Valve, RRH, Leveler/Side-Shift Direct - Complete 8581-0005 Valve Cartridge 3-Way 9301-0113 Fitting 90 Deg #6 ORB X #6 JIC 9301-0115 Fitting 90 Deg #6 ORB X #8 JIC 9301-0116...
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PARTS RRH Side Shift Directional Valve Manifold To Rod End of Cylinder To Blind end of Cylinder Pressure To Side Shift Manifold Return To Tank Item Quantity Part Number Description 8583-0014 Valve, RRH, Side-Shift - Complete 8581-0011 Valve Cartridge 4-Way 9301-0113 Fitting 90 Deg #6 ORB X #6 JIC 9301-0115...
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PARTS RRH Remote Manifold W/ Side Shift HB Hoist Cylinder (Blind End) Side Shift Cylinder (Blind End) HR Hoist Cylinder (Rod End) Side Shift Cylinder (Rod End) LC Lip Cylinder 4111-0070 — May 2017 June 2017...
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PARTS RRH Remote Manifold W/ Side Shift Hydraulic Schematic Item Quantity Part Number Description 0521-0022 Fitting, Tee, Run Swivel #8 JICF #8 JICM 2101-0011 Hex Head Cap Screw 5/16-18 x 1” 2101-0039 Nylon Lock Nut 5/16-18 2101-0077 Hex Head Cap Screw 5/16-18 x 3 2751-0080 J-Box, Fiberglass 2101-0102...
PARTS Lip Cylinder Repair Parts SECTION A-A 13.75” Item Quantity Part Number Description 0522-0191 Yoke (included in 0525-0085) 0521-0005 Roll pin (included in 0525-0085) 0525-0059 Seal Kit 1992 and newer 0525-0085 Lip Cylinder Without Fittings E-F 0526-0016 Lip Cylinder With Fittings E-F 9301-0109 Fitting, Connector Str.
PARTS Power Pack Assembly Return Line Pressure Line Item Quantity Part Number Description 9395-____ 1 Reservoir, Pump and Motor 0521-0007 Elbow, 1/4 NPT Male x 1/4 Tube 9301-0218 Breather Cap,Push In 9301-0159 Breather Cap, Threaded 9301-0120 Fitting 45 Degree, #8 ORB x #8-JIC Male 3411-____ 1 Motor Only 2101-0225...
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MISCELLANEOUS Customer Information NOTE: Refer to illustration for left/right orientation of Dock Leveler Information dock leveler. Model ___________________________________ The model/serial number decal (A) is located on the left platform joist near the front (lip) of Serial No. ________________________________ dock leveler. Systems, Inc., Job No.
STANDARD PRODUCT WARRANTY SYSTEMS, INC. warrants that its products will be free from defects in design, materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of shipment. All claims for breach of this warranty must be made within 30 days after the defect is or can with reasonable care, be detected.
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