Sorensen X1A 500F Operator's Manual

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Operator`s Manual for Sörensen liftgates:

X1A 500E, X1A 500F, X1A 600E, X1A 600F

Operator`s Manual

Sörensen Hydraulik GmbH - Osterrade 3 - 21031 Hamburg - Tel +49 (0)40 739 606 0 - www.soerensen.de

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for Sörensen liftgates:

X1A 500E

X1A 500F

X1A 600E

X1A 600F

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Page 1 Plus-point product diversity Operator`s Manual for Sörensen liftgates: X1A 500E, X1A 500F, X1A 600E, X1A 600F Operator`s Manual TECHNOLOGY for Sörensen liftgates: X1A 500E X1A 500F X1A 600E X1A 600F © Sörensen Hydraulik GmbH Sörensen Hydraulik GmbH - Osterrade 3 - 21031 Hamburg - Tel +49 (0)40 739 606 0 - www.soerensen.de...
Page 2 Plus-point product diversity Operator`s Manual for Sörensen liftgates: X1A 500E, X1A 500F, X1A 600E, X1A 600F Sörensen Hydraulik GmbH Osterrade 3 - D-21031 Hamburg phone: +49 (0) 40 / 739 606 0 fax: +49 (0) 40 / 739 606 66 internet: www.soerensen.de...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Controlling the liftgate from the platform ................15 Foot controls ........................15 Option handheld remote with spiral cable ................16 Users manual for the liftgate X1A 500F and X1A 600F ............. 17 Care, maintenance, inspection and repair ................. 21 Hydraulic oil - recommendations ..................21...
Page 4 Operation failure ........................ 26 Warranty ..........................26 Liability exclusions ......................26 This operator`s manual is valid for the following liftgates: X1A 500E, X1A 500F and X1A 600E, X1A 600F Operator`s handbook Model: X1A 500E/F and X1A 600E/F 20 911 278...
Page 5: General
General Read this operator`s manual carefully, before using the liftgate. The hand book shall make you familiar with the way the liftgate is working, and warn for malpractice. The instructions contained therein are issued for security reasons, and for better conservation of the product.
Page 6: Foot Controls
Foot controls With the foot controls located on the platform, the liftgate can be lowered to the ground and can be lifted to the height of the vehicle floor. The tilt-down and tilt-up at the ground are automatic. Priority controlling The foot control is a priority controlling.
Page 7: Battery Capacity
Battery capacity The battery capacity for the use of liftgates are normally prescribed by the vehicle producer, please always comply to the vehicle manufacturers installation guidelines. Our recommendation for the battery capacity: To build in a stronger generator and an extra battery is basically recommended. The user is responsible for the charging level of the battery.
Page 8: Handling And Behavior During The Operation
Handling and behavior during the operation (1) Liftgates may not be loaded with a higher load than its allowed max. load. (Always take care that the loading distance is correct) (2) Loads shall be placed in a way, that unwanted position changes do not occur. (3) Entering and leaving the platform must be done over the allowed ways.
Page 9: General Instructions
General instructions Attention! When the liftgate are in use, it must be secured that the vehicle does not make any unwanted movements. The liftgate must be observed during all functions that can be driven from the control system. Attention! The complete working area of the liftgate must be kept free of persons or objects.
Page 10: Loading Diagram / Capacity
Loading diagram / capacity In addition to the operating instructions, the liftgate loading diagram is also shown on its identification plate. The load's centre of gravity should be in the middle between the lift arms. The greater the distance of the load from the end of the flatbed, the lower the loading capacity.
Page 11: Danger Clue - Sticker "Safe Handling Of The Liftgate
Danger clue – Sticker “safe handling of the liftgate” The sticker is delivered with all new liftgates and must be placed on a visible place on the inside of the rear part of the vehicle. The danger clue – sticker shows possible falls actions and right actions in the single pictograms.
Page 12: Danger Instruction About Unsecured Load
Danger instruction about unsecured load Attention! Under very unfavorable conditions there is by loading and unloading over a liftgates platform, a risk that the front aches are lifted. The sloping of the vehicle can lead to movements of not secured loads, which can lead to personal risks. Rolling loads Rolling or slippery goods must be secured on the platform.
Page 13: Cart Stops
Cart stops Attention! Are roll-container used, the liftgate must be equipped with cart stops. The function of the cart stops can be limited by dirt. The operator shall always keep these safety devices clean. Warning markings and flashlights The liftgates platform can be equipped with warning marks and/or with flashlights. These safety devices must always be functionally and be kept clean.
Page 14: Safety Instructions For The Function
Safety instructions for the function Driving on the platform Attention! By loading the platform it must be secured that there are sufficient room left on the platform so that the operator can drive along on the platform and operate the liftgate. Only the operator are permitted to drive on the platform.
Page 15: Transshipping From One Vehicle To Another
Transshipping from one vehicle to another Attention! By transshipping from one vehicle to another, only one of the two platforms can be used. The platform used must have the platform tip resting on the floor of the other vehicle overlapping min. 150 mm and can only be driven over with allowed max. load.
Page 16: Driving With A Fork Lift On The Platform Lying On The Ground
Driving with a fork lift on the platform lying on the ground Attention! It is not allowed to drive on the platform with a fork lift! (exception: The combined weight of the fork lift and the load are smaller than the allowed max. load of the liftgate).
Page 17: Control Panel
Control panel To drive the different functions on the control panel, you must always activate two different keys simultaneously. The key combination for every single function is shown in the graphics. Lowering Open / Tilt-down Closing / Tilt-up Lifting Controlling the liftgate from the platform From the platform the operator may only drive the liftgate with the foot controls, or with a handheld remote, that are operated from a marked space on the platform.
Page 18: Option Handheld Remote With Spiral Cable
Option handheld remote with spiral cable With the 2-button handheld remote the functions lifting and lowering can be operated, after the platform has been opened with the control panel. Lifting Lowering With the 3-button handheld remote the functions lifting, lowering be driven. Additionally the tilt functions tilt-up and tilt-down be driven.
Page 19: Users Manual For The Liftgate X1A 500F And X1A 600F
Users manual for the liftgate X1A 500F and X1A 600F Open the platform 1. Turn on the liftgate. (cabin switch page 14). Manual for operating: operating panel, foot control and the option handheld cabled remote page 15, 16. 2. Open the right rear door to get access to the operating panel or to the option 3-button handheld cabled remote.
Page 20 7. Flip over the bridge plate. 8. Lower the platform to the ground with the operating panel (lowering), or if you are on the platform with the foot controls or the option handheld remote (lowering). 9. Tilt-down the liftgates platform with the operating panel (open/tilt-down), or if you are on the platform the foot controls or the option 3-button handheld remote (tilt) + (lowering).
Page 21 13. Load your vehicle. Closing the liftgate and getting it into driving position 14. Flip the bridge plate back. 15. Lower the liftgates platform with the operator panel (lowering), or if you are on the platform with the foot controls or the option handheld remote (lowering), so much that it is possible to close the left door.
Page 22 19. Close the platform with the operating panel (tilt-up). 20. Close the right rear door of the vehicle. 21. Turn off the liftgate. (cabin switch page 14). Operator`s handbook Model: X1A 500E/F and X1A 600E/F 20 911 278 Version 04.2019...
Page 23: Care, Maintenance, Inspection And Repair
Care, maintenance, inspection and repair Before starting any maintenance work, the tail lift must be secured against unforeseen movement. Check that all screw connections are tight. Check that cables and hoses are able to move freely. Correct shearing and chafing points on cables and hoses. Immediately replace damaged hydraulic hoses with ones of the same quality.
Page 24: Diagnosis Diode
Diagnosis diode Explanation of the diagnosis diode on the control unit Control-Unit Series 10 diode lights constantly, if: Cabin switch is on platform position 60° till ca. 90 ° Control-Unit platform position 0° till -10° Explanation: platform closed (vertical) 90° platform open (horizontal) 0°...
Page 25: Test Of The Sensor-Switch In The Platform
control panel Test of the sensor-switch in the platform: platform closed and lift on: LED lights. Power supply Ok. diagnosis LED platform position 0 ° till ca. 60 °: LED out Sensor-switch S1 is Ok. platform lights are activated. platform position 0°...
Page 26: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Attention! Repairs of parts Repairs to parts may only be carried out by an authorized repair shop and must be checked by an Expert and entered in the inspection records. Problem Possible cause 1. Motor of power pack Battery cable or ground cable not connected or does not work defective, or empty battery Cable to cabin switch disconnected...
Page 27 Pressure switch S4 doesn’t switch 5. Tilt down function doesn’t work by operating foot control or handheld remote Cable defect Mechanical damage on lift cylinder 6. The platform tilts down Solenoid on tilt cylinder defect without operating any functions 7. Platform doesn’t tilt Cable to pressure switch defect down by ground contact Pressure switch defect...
Page 28: Operation Failure
If the motor does not stop "tail lift can not be turned off at all" Disconnect the positive cable from the battery by disconnecting the main switch or throwing the main fuse. In case of an emergency please contact the nearest authorized service dealer or our customers service.

This manual is also suitable for:

X1 series X1a 500e X1a 600e X1a 600f