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Unilift 538 Operator's Manual

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A PRODUCT OF:
Champ-UniLift
850 State Hwy 55
Brooten MN 56316
www.ChampUniLift.com
Publication No. 4500360-1/0410
Un iv e r sal Cr an e an d
Pe r son n e l Lif t
OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
Courtesy of Crane.Market

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  • Page 1 Un iv e r sal Cr an e an d Pe r son n e l Lif t OPERATOR'S MANUAL A PRODUCT OF: Champ-UniLift 850 State Hwy 55 Brooten MN 56316 www.ChampUniLift.com Publication No. 4500360-1/0410 Courtesy of Crane.Market...
  • Page 2 I have received instructions and understand the operation and proper use of the 538 UniLift controls. I agree to use the 538 UniLift in a manner consistent with its intended application. I have received instructions and understand the use of the outriggers to set up and level the 538 UniLift.
  • Page 3 4. If the 538 UniLift is set on a slope (5° maximum), the outriggers MUST be used for leveling. 5. Make sure all electrical power cords are safely stored to prevent tangling or crushing.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Subject Page DESCRIPTION..............SPECIFICATIONS.
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  • Page 6: Description

    The UniLift Model 538 Universal Crane and Personnel Lift functions as both a personnel carrier and crane, in one unit. A single operator can use the UniLift as a personnel carrier or a universal crane with no conversion time. The unit is also light enough to be rolled by one person.
  • Page 7 Page i - 2 - Description SINGLE AXLE TRAILER FRAME WITH 2" DIAMETER BALL COUPLER AND THIRD WHEEL A torsion bar type of axle, rated at 3000 pounds, is used for road stability while towing. The 2" diameter ball coupler and third wheel assembly are provided as standard equipment, allowing the unit to be transported to a job site and unhitched.
  • Page 8 Description - Page i - 3 UNIVERSAL CRANE Two (2) anchor points are provided for lifting loads up to 500 pounds with the personnel bucket removed. The inner lanyard ring has a 500 pound load rating with the boom fully retracted. The outer lanyard ring has a 300 pound crane-load rating in any position.
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  • Page 10: Specifications

    Rotation 350E non-continuous with Electrical Limit Switch NOTE: UniLift Model 538 Lift/Cranes are designed to comply with ANSI Standard A92.2. Dealers, owners, users, operators, renters, lessors and lessees shall comply with the appropriate section(s) of ANSI Standard A92.2. Use of products must conform to safe practice and applicable statutes, codes and ordinances.
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  • Page 12: Operation

    THE PART NUMBERS OF DECALS AND SIGNS. TRANSPORTING The UniLift must only be transported by a vehicle weighing at least 3000 lbs. Always connect the lights and safety chains, and use safe towing practices. The boom must be stored in the boom cradle when the trailer is in motion. A tie down strap is provided for travel and will prevent excessive wear due to vibration and oscillation.

  • Page 13: Setting The Outriggers

    Page 1 - 2 - Operation SETTING THE OUTRIGGERS Jack-type 1. Disengage pin A and pull the outrigger assembly out until pin A re-engages at the furthest outward outrigger position. Refer to Figure 1-1. 2. Grasp the top of the outrigger tube firmly. Disengage pin B and carefully slide the outrigger foot down. CAUTION - WATCH YOUR FEET, OUTRIGGERS SLIDE DOWN RAPIDLY! Refer to Figure 1-2.
  • Page 14 Check pins A and B on the rear outriggers to be sure that they are fully re-engaged. 4. Press the power jack switch UP until the front of the UniLift is above level. This can be determined by watching the position of the tongue. On the front outriggers, disengage pin A and slide the horizontal outrigger out until it locks.
  • Page 15 Page 1 - 2B - Operation - Power jack instructions 4500360-1/1106 Courtesy of Crane.Market...
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  • Page 18: Crank-Type

    Operation - Page 1 - 3 Crank-type 1. Disengage pin A and pull the outrigger assembly out until pin A re-engages at the furthest outward outrigger position. Refer to Figure 1-3. 2. Attach the winch handle securely to the high-speed drive shaft (make sure handle clip securely engages the groove in the high-speed shaft).

  • Page 19: Controls (Thru S/N: 2234)

    Page 1 - 4 - Operation CONTROLS (THRU S/N: 2234) The movement of the lift may be controlled from the bucket or at the pedestal. The bucket controls consist of four toggle switches located on the control panel at the upper end of the telescoping boom, within easy reach of the operator (see Figure 1-4).

  • Page 20: Controls (S/N: 2235 & Above)

    Operation - Page 1 - 4A CONTROLS (S/N: 2235 & Above) The movement of the lift may be controlled from the Platform Control Station (bucket) or the Lower Control Station (base). Platform Control Station The Platform Control Station is located at the upper end of the telescoping boom (see Figure 1-4A) and contains five toggle switches and a power indicator lamp.
  • Page 21 Page 1 - 4B - Operation (Lower Control Station - cont’d) Figure 1-5A Base Control Station Both booms have interlocks that limit travel. When a stop is reached, release the control switch to prevent overheating of the hydraulic oil and damage to the pump. Actuation of a control switch automatically starts the DC motor so the motor runs only when required, conserving battery life.

  • Page 22: Pre-Start Inspection

    Operation - Page 1 - 5 PRE-START INSPECTION Prior to each days operation, the operator shall check for defects using the Pre-Start Inspection list. BUCKET LOCK The bucket is gravity leveled and hydraulically dampened, with a positive bucket-locking knob that prevents swinging of the bucket after it has been placed in a working position.

  • Page 23: Crane Operation

    Page 1 - 6 - Operation WARNING:NEVER OPERATE ANY AERIAL EQUIPMENT WITHOUT WEARING AN APPROVED BODY HARNESS. ATTACH THE HARNESS LANYARD TO THE "D" RING ON THE BOTTOM OF THE UPPER BOOM. DO NOT OVERLOAD BUCKET. Use the Platform Control Station to rotate, raise, and extend the boom as necessary to get to the working position. When the working position is reached, engage the bucket lock.

  • Page 24: System Recharging

    Operation - Page 1 -7 SYSTEM RECHARGING After each day's use, plug in 120 volt power to recharge batteries with built-in battery charger. The battery charger will automatically shut off when full charge has been reached. EMERGENCY CONTROLS A description of the Emergency Controls Follows: Power "ENABLE"...

  • Page 25: Emergency Procedures

    Page 2 - 1 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES In the event the unit is damaged while a man is in the air, or an emergency arises after he has gone aloft, immediately rotate the bucket away from any dangerous obstruction, into a clear line of descent when the booms are lowered. The machine should be operated through the shortest cycle possible to get the bucket on the ground, then operated from the lower control station to finish storing the boom.

  • Page 26: Booster Cable Instructions

    Page 2 - 2 - Emergency Procedures NOTE: Make certain vehicles do not touch Figure 2-1 Booster Cable Instructions DANGER READ SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ON PAGE 4 - 6 BEFORE USING BOOSTER CABLES Connect positive (+) cable to positive post of discharged batteries. Connect other end of booster cable to positive (+) post of booster battery.

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