WWW.HERCULES.COM.AU Contents INTRODUCTION AND FEATURES ................. 2 General safety instructions ........................... 2 Technical data of the Hercules LITE SAL standard model ................. 3 Technical data of the snap on battery ........................3 CONTROLS ........................4 Model ERGO ................................4 Model FOLD ................................5 2.2.1...
The unit also features electronic overload protection preventing ascend with too heavy a load. The Hercules LITE SAL has two ascending speed settings (slow and fast – with a speed of up to 48 stairs per minute in the case of the SAL 110 models), plus a wide variety of model options, lifting capacities and additional accessories.
HERCULES COMPLETE LIFTING SOLUTIONS WWW.HERCULES.COM.AU Technical data of the HERCULES LITE SAL standard model Model ... ERGO/UNI/FOLD SAL 110 SAL 140 SAL 170 Capacity 110 kg 140 kg 170 kg Maximum climbing speed 48 steps /min 35 steps /min 29 steps /min...
HERCULES COMPLETE LIFTING SOLUTIONS WWW.HERCULES.COM.AU 2.2 Model FOLD or FOLD-L 2.2.1 The swivel joints The necessary friction for the rotary joint is obtained through multiple friction disks, which are compressed simultaneously on the left and right sides. The lock must be tightened sufficiently to avoid movement in use.
Indicator light ▪ Shines green: The Hercules LITE SAL is in ascend mode. (In the ascend mode the push button Q in the handle bar is active. The lifting mechanism operates when the push button Q is pressed and stops when released (refer also chapter Operation [4.1])
To start tilting a load, it may be necessary to use your foot to assist in tilting. The axle of the conventional sack truck is normally used for this purpose. With the Hercules LITE SAL, the swing arm with the support wheels, a wheel, or the drive unit may be used to support by foot.
HERCULES COMPLETE LIFTING SOLUTIONS WWW.HERCULES.COM.AU 3 Fitting and removing the battery 3.1 Fitting the battery (1) Locate corner "A" on both sides into hook "B" on frame (2) Snap battery forward to engage locking hooks 3.2 Removing the battery Battery must be lifted vertically to disengage locking hook. Do not hinge back.
Press button (P) briefly until the indicator light shines green continuously. The Hercules LITE is now in the UP MODE. Pressing button (Q) in the upper handle, will operate the support wheels and will lift the Hercules LITE over the step continuing until the button is released.
HERCULES COMPLETE LIFTING SOLUTIONS WWW.HERCULES.COM.AU With the support wheels in the descend position the Hercules LITE can be rolled over the step margin and the support wheels will, under controlled conditions, lower the machine onto the next step down. When the main wheels land on the lower step, the support wheels automatically rotate to the descend position for the descend onto the next step down, all within approx.
HERCULES COMPLETE LIFTING SOLUTIONS WWW.HERCULES.COM.AU This is not possible with the Hercules LITE when the support wheels are in the descending position. The impact will be transmitted to the connecting bar via the drive unit, which may result in fracture. With the...
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If the battery has not been fully charged or tends to lose charge too rapidly, this will not only reduce the speed of the Hercules LITE but also reduce the capacity. It may move into the overload mode as a result, even with light loads. See Operation [4.3.3] 5.1.1...
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HERCULES COMPLETE LIFTING SOLUTIONS WWW.HERCULES.COM.AU 5.1.2 Protective features, technical data If the battery fails to reach a certain voltage value within a pre-determined time, the charger automatically cuts out What to do after a safety cut-out: 1. Unplug the charger from the mains 2.
Hercules LITE if: ▪ the Hercules LITE is used other than is intended to be used – as described in this Operator Manual, ▪ the Hercules LITE is not regularly maintained by a Hercules authorised mechanical workshop, ▪...
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