This manual contains important information for the safe and proper assembly, operation, maintenance and simple rectification of faults on the PALFINGER Tail Lifts tail lift. Read this entire manual and pay special attention to the chapter 'Important safety information' before ...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION The PALFINGER Tail Lifts tail lift was manufactured according to the state of the art and generally recognised good engineering practices. Nevertheless, there is the danger of personal injury and property damage if you fail to observe the following general safety instructions and warning notices before the handling instructions in this manual.
Pay particular attention General instructions Always keep this manual in the vehicle. Structural modifications may only be performed by PALFINGER Tail Lifts contract workshops. Your nearest contract workshop and other contact information can be found in the workshop directory.
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When switching on Before switching on the tail lift, perform a daily inspection to determine whether all safety and warning devices are present and functional. Warning strips Warning lights Handles Roll bar During operation ...
PALFINGER Tail Lifts! With more than 50 years of experience with hydraulic tail lifts, PALFINGER Tail Lifts GmbH is one of the world's leading manufacturers of these extremely helpful loading systems. PALFINGER Tail Lifts branded tail lifts and predecessor brands such as Hubfix, Interlift and Hayons Inter are currently in use in more than 40 countries around the world.
SCOPE OF DELIVERY Tail lift Sticker – ETMA notices Large type plate (for the platform) Small type plate (for the lifting mechanism) Load diagram Operating manual Operating manual (vertical lift supplement) Test book ...
The tail lift system is expressly not intended for the transport of people! The tail lift system was developed with a partner company of PALFINGER Tail Lifts in an intensive research and testing programme. One of the aims of...
are familiar with the technology of the machine and the potential dangers and risks (e.g. a PALFINGER Tail Lifts service technician). The term 'operation' means: working with the machine, cleaning the machine and carrying out simple maintenance tasks.
Liability Arbitrary modifications of the machine are not permitted. Violations of this requirement shall void any product liability and responsibility of the manufacturer; any damages occurring as a result of this, as well as those suffered by third parties, shall be excluded from any compensation for damages.
Tail Lifts. Maintenance takes place annually in the scope of a general inspection based on a checklist. This checklist was created by PALFINGER Tail Lifts and is provided to the service centres on request. The tail lift system must be cleaned regularly after each use.
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Damage must be repaired promptly before the next subsequent use of the machine (for this purpose, please contact PALFINGER Tail Lifts). Check each day whether hydraulic lines and hoses are free from damage. Damaged lines/hoses must be replaced immediately with lines/hoses having the required quality (SAE 100 R2A according to DIN 20022/2).
Figure 1 - Safety symbols Check whether all stickers are present. Otherwise, shut down the machine! (See Figure 1.) The stickers must always be clean and legible. Replace damaged stickers immediately. New stickers are available from PALFINGER Tail Lifts.
Explanation of the safety symbols Warning! Read the operating manual before commissioning and observe all safety requirements! Warning! Damaged hoses can cause harm to the health and damage to the environment. Work on the hydraulic system may only be carried out when the system is depressurised! Warning! The tail lift is not equipped for the vertical transport of people.
Function of the tail lift system Operation via a handheld cable switch with two-handed operation Opening the platform Press and hold the push-buttons (a + b) on the handheld cable switch. Hold both push-buttons in this position until the platform is positioned horizontally.
MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION General instructions Warning: Installation, recurring maintenance and repairs may only be carried out by the technically qualified personnel of PALFINGER Tail Lifts, service centres authorised by PALFINGER Tail Lifts or after prior agreement of PALFINGER Tail Lifts.
Maintenance intervals Tasks Check the effectiveness and presence of safety and warning devices Cleaning of the vertical lift Cleaning and greasing of runner surfaces in the guide frame Inspection of hoses for damage, kinks and leak Checking of the oil level and refilling as necessary Checking of screws and nuts firm tight seating...
Working method Check the effectiveness and presence of safety and warning devices Clean warning symbols until they are easy to recognise. Cleaning of the vertical lift Clean the entire vertical lift, mainly the hinge parts. Remove sand, sludge, etc.
PALFINGER Tail Lifts or a service centre authorised by PALFINGER Tail Lifts. In the event of a hose rupture, immediately contact PALFINGER Tail Lifts or a service centre authorised by PALFINGER Tail Lifts. If the tail lift is in an oblique position, the system can be aligned...
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Is there sufficient hydraulic oil in the system? / Inspect the system for leaks before topping up. In case of any questions or problems to which this operating manual does not offer an answer or solution, please contact PALFINGER Tail Lifts. PALFINGER Tail Lifts Service Hotline Tel.: +49-4221 853355 Fax: +49-4221 87536 servicembb@palfinger.com...
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