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Anthony Liftgates TuckUnder AST-1500 Operation Manual

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AST-1500
AST-2000
AST-2500
AST-3000
AST-3500
AST-L-1800
AST-L-2500
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AST-PLUS-3000
Quality, Reliability, Customer Service
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OPERATION MANUAL
For Serial Number XXXXXX and Greater
MADE IN THE USA

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  • Page 1 AST-L • • AST-PLUS OPERATION MANUAL MODELS AST-1500 AST-2000 AST-2500 AST-3000 AST-3500 AST-L-1800 AST-L-2500 AST-PLUS-2500 AST-PLUS-3000 For Serial Number XXXXXX and Greater MADE IN THE USA Quality, Reliability, Customer Service...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1. General Information ........3 1.1 Introduction .

  • Page 3: General Information

    1. General Information 1.1 Introduction Congratulations on selecting an Anthony Liftgates TuckUnder™ liftgate. All Anthony tuckunder model liftgates are factory assembled, energized, and tested to ensure the highest quality performance standards. AST, AST-L, and AST-PLUS liftgates ship completely assembled for fast, clean, and easy installation.
  • Page 4 Read, Understand, and Follow Instructions WARNING To avoid personal injury or death, carefully read and understand all instructions pertaining to this Anthony Liftgate. Do not attempt to operate this product without fully understanding all of the instructions and safety recommendations. Do not operate a truck or the liftgate unless you read and understand the instructions and warnings in this Operation Manual and other related manuals for the truck.

  • Page 5: Registration

    1.2 Registration To register your liftgate go to www.anthonyliftgates.com, Customer Service, and then Product Registration. Before calling your authorized dealer with questions or other product information requests, have the serial number, model number, and lift capacity of your liftgate available. This information is stamped into the Record the serial number, model number, date of installation, and load capacity for easy reference when contacting your authorized dealer with questions.

  • Page 6: Safety Signs (Decals)

    If any deviation is deemed necessary, written permission must first be obtained from Anthony Liftgates. 2. All decals must be attached and legible or all warranties are void. Anthony Lifgtates, Inc.

  • Page 7: Safety Section

    If procedures, Anthony Liftgates are used, you must satisfy yourself that they are safe for you and for bystanders. Make sure the liftgate or truck it is mounted onto will not be damaged or made unsafe by any operating method you choose.

  • Page 8: Operation Section

    To avoid tripping, do not leave anything laying on the platform or around the work area. Do not allow children to play on/around or operate the liftgate. Anthony Liftgates recommends not CAUTION riding the liftgate; however, if the operation requires it, make sure your footing is stable before raising or lowering the platform.
  • Page 9 Always use/set the truck’s parking CAUTION brake and remove the ignition key before operating the liftgate. Failure to follow this recommendation can result in injury. Do not place hands or feet in pinch points, between the platform and the platform extension, or under the edge of the liftgate.

  • Page 10: Operating Instructions

    3.2 Operating Instructions prevent accidental or unauthorized use of the liftgate by disconnecting power from the battery to the power unit. If not installed, Anthony Liftgates strongly recommends the installation of one of these devices. 1. Raise and slide the latch pin toward the curbside of the liftgate.
  • Page 11 ANTHONY TUCKUNDER LIFTGATES OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Raise (twist) latch pin handle upwards and then slide pin sideways to release. Do not force the latch. Liftgate may need to be slightly raised or lowered to release pressure on latch pin. Press control switch DOWN until folded platform rests on ground.

  • Page 12: Routine Service Items

    4. Routine Service Items 4.1 Adding Fluid to Pump Reservoir 1. Check oil level. Gravity Down Models With the platform on the ground, the oil level should be within 1/2 1/2" inch of the top of the reservoir. Power Down Models With the platform fully raised, the oil level should be within 1/2...

  • Page 13: Replacing The Fuse

    4.2 Replacing the Fuse Electrical Arc Hazard An electric arc can cause personal injury WARNING or damage to the trucks electronics. To avoid personal injury or damage, disconnect the power cable from the vehicle battery or batteries before disassembling the fuse holder to replace the fuse.

  • Page 14: Checking Control Switch Fuse

    4.3 Checking Control Switch Fuse If the control switch is not operating the liftgate, check the in-line fuse located on the control cable inside the power unit box. 5. Replacement Safety Signs (Decals) 5.1 Placement of Decals To prevent possible injuries due to SAFETY improper operation, make sure all safety INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 15 1. Warning Personal Injury Hazard Decal WA RN ING HAZA RD INJUR Y PERS ONAL stand on platfor user to ors or bystan ders: ion may require of operat Operat or death l for safety, To preven t injury er manua instruc tions.
  • Page 16 10. Liftgate Fuse Changing Procedure (inside A-131028 11 13 This hydraulic reservoir is pump box) filled with Dextron ATF hydraulic fluid. Use ONLY the same or equivalent fluid. A-131134 Welding on galvanized and stainless steel parts gives off especially hazardous fumes. •...
  • Page 17 1 — A-131115 WARNING PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD Operation may require user to stand on platform. To prevent injury or death of operators or bystanders: Read and follow operator/owner manual for safety, • operation, inspection, and maintenance instructions. Do not place unstable or unsafe loads on platform. •...
  • Page 18 2 — ATU-423 INSTRUCCIONES DE ANTHONY TUCKUNDER LIFTGATES OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MANEJO Raise (twist) latch pin handle 1. DESASEGURE upwards and then slide pin EL ELEVADOR sideways to release. GIRANDO Y Do not force the latch. Liftgate may need to be slightly raised or lowered to release TIRANDO DEL pressure on latch pin.
  • Page 19 3 — A-150238 AVISO ESTE MONTACARGAS CUENTA CON UN THIS LIFTGATE IS PROTECTED DISPOSITIVO QUE PROTEGE EL CIRCUITO CONTRA WITH AN ELECTRICAL OVERLOAD LAS SOBRECARGAS CIRCUIT PROTECTION DEVICE, ELÉCTRICAS, YA SEA UN EITHER A CIRCUIT BREAKER, OR DISYUNTOR O UN FUSIL, A FUSE, AND IS LOCATED NEAR UBICADO CERCA DE LA THE POWER SUPPLY...
  • Page 20 5 — A-131015, A-131020, ATU-147, ATU-175, ATU-174, ATU-177 1500 lb. 1800 lb. MAXIMUM MAXIMUM CAPACITY CAPACITY A-131015 ATU-175 2000 lb. 2500 lb. MAXIMUM MAXIMUM CAPACITY CAPACITY A-131020 ATU-174 3000 lb. 3500 lb. MAXIMUM MAXIMUM CAPACITY CAPACITY ATU-147 ATU-177 CAPACIDAD MÁXIMA Make sure the proper “MAXIMUM CAUTION CAPACITY”...
  • Page 21 6 — A-131034 CAUTION SECURE LATCH WHILE IN TRANSIT. A-131034 PRECAUCIÓN BLOQUEE EL SEGURO MIENTRAS ESTÉ EN TRÁNSITO 7 — A-131017 Nota: Desenganche el “pasador” antes de intentar utilizar el panel posterior. Enganche el “pasador” después de utilizar el panel posterior. A-131017 8 —...
  • Page 22 9 — A-131028 Observe el fusible a través del portafusible transparente; si está quemado, cámbielo de la manera siguiente: Procedimiento para cambiar el fusible de la compuerta elevadora. ¡Advertencia! Para evitar lesiones, desconecte la alimentación de la(s) batería(s) de la compuerta elevadora antes de cambiar el fusible, o antes de desarmar el portafusible.
  • Page 23 ttached to control cable) — A-131001 (a 10 AMP FUSE & HOLDER Protects against dead shorts in this "control circuit". If blown, pull "fuse holder cap", replace fuse, replace "cap". If fuse continues to blow, contact a qualified mechanic, "control circuit" may be damaged.
  • Page 24 El daño resultante puede ser visible o invisible, y puede causar una inesperada falla catastrófica del elevador. Si usted tiene alguna pregunta al respecto, por favor contacte Anthony Liftgates, Inc., Pontiac, Illinois, USA. (800-482-0003) Anthony Lifgtates, Inc. AST, AST-L, and AST-PLUS Models www.anthonyliftgates.com...

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    6. Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Chart Motor does not run when control switch is activated. (If the problem cannot be quickly and easily resolved by the operator, the liftgate should be taken to an authorized dealer for repair). Possible Causes Possible Solution If installed, cab cut-off switch is OFF.
  • Page 26 Troubleshooting Chart Motor runs, but platform will not raise, will not raise rated capacity, or raises but drifts down when control switch is released. Load capacity has been exceeded. Verify load capacity and adjust load weight. Low fluid level. Add oil to the appropriate fill level. Refer to”4.1 Adding Fluid to Pump Reservoir”...
  • Page 27 Troubleshooting Chart Low oil level on power down models. Add oil to the appropriate fill level. Refer to”4.1 Adding Fluid to Pump Reservoir” on page 12. Other causes which are not able to be Note fixed by operator: Structural damage. Improper oil in hydraulic reservoir.

  • Page 28: Limited Warranty

    (user only) and is not transferable. The warranty term begins from the date of shipment from our factory or warehouse. Anthony Liftgates Inc. will cover all failed components during the warranty period. Labor will be provided under our Flat Rate Warranty Schedule, in Anthony for current reimbursement amounts.

  • Page 29: Warranty Policy And Procedure

    Upon approval of the claim, Anthony will, at the direction of the claimant, return a replacement part and labor allowance, or a parts credit based on Anthony Liftgates, Inc. is not responsible or liable for loss of time, cost, components, whether due to rights arising under purchase, order, contract of sale or independently thereof, and whether or not such claim is based on contract, tort, or warranty.
  • Page 30 Notes Anthony Lifgtates, Inc. AST, AST-L, and AST-PLUS Models www.anthonyliftgates.com 800-482-0003...
  • Page 32 AST-L • • AST-PLUS ANTHONY LIFTGATES, INC. 1037 W. HOWARD ST. • P.O. BOX 615 PONTIAC, IL 61764-0615 PH: 815-842-3383 FAX: 815-844-3612 TOLL FREE: 800-482-0003 WWW.ANTHONYLIFTGATES.COM Form No. L-101A-OM Este manual en español también está disponsible en nuestro sitio Web.

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