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Dhollandia DH-VO K1 Series Operation Manual

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DH-VO* K1 & K9 column lifts
OPERATION MANUAL
Manufacturer:
DHOLLANDIA N.V.
Zoomstraat 9
9160 LOKEREN (Belgium)
Tel : +32 (0)9 349 06 92
Fax : +32 (0)9 349 09 77
e-mail : info@dhollandia.be
website : www.dhollandia.com
Read the manual in its entirety before operating the tail lift
Keep this manual in the vehicle cab, as reference for the driver and tail lift operator
Order ref : MD026.EN Doc : USE_CE operation manual DHVO.K1+K9_EUR EN_2020 Rev: 0 Date: April 13, 2020

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  • Page 1 9160 LOKEREN (Belgium) Tel : +32 (0)9 349 06 92 Fax : +32 (0)9 349 09 77 e-mail : info@dhollandia.be website : www.dhollandia.com Read the manual in its entirety before operating the tail lift Keep this manual in the vehicle cab, as reference for the driver and tail lift operator...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Operation of the other column lifts with manual closure ...................... 57 Operation of column lifts with hydraulic closure [OVH004 or OVH011] ................61 The use of roll stops ................................65 DECALS....................................... 69 MEANING OF SAFETY AND WARNING SIGNS ........................73 END NOTE ....................................75 DHOLLANDIA...

  • Page 3: Understanding Safety And Warning Signs

    Many safety signs and symbols used in this manual are based on international standards, others refer to specific situations or actions. Consult section 11 from page 73 onwards for an overview of signs and symbols used in DHOLLANDIA manuals, and their meaning.

  • Page 4: Contact Information And Disclaimers

    NOTICE Please confirm you have reviewed the most up-to-date version of this manual prior to operation of the associated DHOLLANDIA tail lift. See below for instructions to download the latest version of the manual.

  • Page 5: General Introduction

    4 INTENDED USE DHOLLANDIA tail lifts are designed to be fitted to commercial vehicles (commercial trucks, trailers and semi-trailers), and shall be used exclusively to load and unload the goods transported on the vehicle it is fitted to, within the limits of the load chart, in compliance with the operator instructions and safety instructions described in this manual.

  • Page 6: Identification

    GENERAL  DHOLLANDIA tail lifts are developed and manufactured using state-of-the-art technology, high quality materials and components, and highly skilled workmanship. They comply with the European CE safety regulations mentioned in the Declaration of Conformity issued with each lift (unless agreed otherwise for tail lifts exported outside of CE region).

  • Page 7: Column Lifts That Stop At The Vehicle Floor

    Note: where the suffix K9 is replaced by K2.K9, this refers to special technology used to reach a much higher level than would technically be achievable with a regular K9 lift, based on the given vehicle width. There is no implications for the operating procedures in comparison to K9 column lifts. DHOLLANDIA...

  • Page 8: Executions And Terminology

    Centre point of maximum load: point up to which the maximum rated capacity of the tail lift is valid. Beyond that point, the maximum safe working load diminishes according to the applicable load charts found in section 8 of this manual. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 9 DH-VO.07.K1 / K9 ● MANUAL CLOSURE ● TERMINOLOGY Image shows K1 execution. EXAMPLE The K9 features longer columns and additional pulleys at the top. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 10 Centre point of maximum load: point up to which the maximum rated capacity of the tail lift is valid. Beyond that point, the maximum safe working load diminishes according to the applicable load charts found in section 8 of this manual. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 11 DH-VO.10.K1 and DH-VO.15.K1 / K9 ● MANUAL CLOSURE ● TERMINOLOGY Image shows K1 execution. EXAMPLE The K9 features longer columns and additional pulleys at the top. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 12 Centre point of maximum load: point up to which the maximum rated capacity of the tail lift is valid. Beyond that point, the maximum safe working load diminishes according to the applicable load charts found in section 8 of this manual. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 13 DH-VO.10.K1 and DH-VO.15.K1 / K9 ● HYDRAULIC CLOSURE REF. OVH004 ● TERMINOLOGY Image shows K1 execution. The K9 features longer columns and additional EXAMPLE pulleys at the top. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 14 OPEN / CLOSE, but does not offer adjustable platform orientation. Main external control box: mounted in a fixed position at the side of the vehicle or under the body. It contains the electrical switches to OPEN / LOWER / LIFT / CLOSE the platform. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 15 Section 8 of this manual. DH-VOG.15.K1 / K9 ● HYDRAULIC CLOSURE REF. OVH004 ● TERMINOLOGY EXAMPLE Image shows K1 execution. The K9 features longer columns and additional pulleys at the top. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 16 Centre point of maximum load: point up to which the maximum rated capacity of the tail lift is valid. Beyond that point, the maximum safe working load diminishes according to the applicable load charts found in section 8 of this manual. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 17 DH-VB.15.E1 ● HYDRAULIC CLOSURE REF. OVH004 ● TERMINOLOGY EXAMPLE DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 18 2. Platform in horizontal position: the lock blocks the platform in work position, and prevents the torsion bar(s) from tilting up the platform. Release the platform lock to close the platform. Note: the platform lock is only used on column lifts with manual closure, not on lifts with hydraulic closure. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 19 The DH-VH.15.H1 is also available in a more general execution, with features as shown on the other tail lifts in this section.  The column lift is pictured here with manual closure. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 20 Centre point of maximum load: point up to which the maximum rated capacity of the tail lift is valid. Beyond that point, the maximum safe working load diminishes according to the applicable load charts found in section 8 page 42 of this manual. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 21 DH-VO.20.K9 ● HYDRAULIC CLOSURE REF. OVH011 ● TERMINOLOGY EXAMPLE DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 22 When travelling up and down, the ramps can be raised and secured in vertical position to prevent trolleys, roll cages and other wheeled objects on the platform from falling off. At the ground, the ramps can be deployed as an access ramp to drive cargo on and off the platform. DHOLLANDIA...

  • Page 23: Safety Devices

    Fuses [standard]. A 15A fuse for the electrical control circuit is premounted in the pump unit and in the main external control box (for most types). A 150 - 250A fuse for the electrical main battery circuit is supplied by the truck manufacturer or by DHOLLANDIA.
  • Page 24 MUST be equipped with roll stops that prevent the load from accidentally rolling off the platform, and hitting the operator or any bystanders. DHOLLANDIA offers a variety of roll stops that can be fitted near the outboard platform edge, or at intermediate distances.

  • Page 25: Safety Instructions For Using The Tail Lift

    DO NOT USE TAIL LIFT WITHOUT ADEQUATE SAFETY AND OPERATOR TRAINING  DHOLLANDIA tail lifts shall be exclusively used to load and unload the goods transported on the carrying vehicle, within the limits of the applicable load chart, in compliance with the operator instructions and safety instructions in this manual.
  • Page 26 NOTICE DHOLLANDIA offers optional platform mounted flashing lights and flags to make the platform more visible to other people. Please visit www.dhollandia.com or contact the national DHOLLANDIA distributor for more information. See page 3 for contact info.
  • Page 27 Inspect the tail lift prior to each use. If any unsafe condition exists or unusual noises or movements are noticed, DO NOT use the tail lift and contact an authorized DHOLLANDIA service agent for repair. Please see ‘pre-trip inspection’ procedures under 7.7 page 39.
  • Page 28 ALWAYS be sure to clearly identify to other drivers that the tail lift is in use. DHOLLANDIA recommends use of warning cones to clearly identify to drivers that the tail lift is being operated.

  • Page 29: Danger Zones, Risk Of Crush And Shear Injury

     When operating the tail lift from a position on the ground, ALWAYS stand at the side of vehicle body, at a safe distance of minimum 50 cm away from the moving platform. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 30  NEVER reach over or through the platform and the moving parts of the tail lift while trying to operate the lift. ALWAYS keep your head, limbs and body clear of the moving platform and other pinch points. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 31  ALWAYS stand clear of the range of motion of the platform and moving parts of the tail lift;  Keep hands, feet and upper body clear of pinch points and moving parts of the tail lift;  DO NOT allow any other person to stand near the tail lift and its platform. DHOLLANDIA...

  • Page 32: Additional Risks Of Lifting Above The Vehicle Floor Level

    Tail lifts lifting higher than 2 m above the ground MUST be equipped with guard rails along the exposed edges of the platform. For tail lifts with a lower range, DHOLLANDIA still recommends that guard rails be used to mitigate the risk of falling.

  • Page 33: Risk Of Crushing And Shearing

     When standing inside the vehicle body, ALWAYS stand at a safe distance of min. 25 cm from the outboard edge of the vehicle floor;  NEVER step in or out of the vehicle body while the platform is in motion.  Before moving the platform, ALWAYS inspect the area UNDER and AROUND the platform.  DHOLLANDIA...

  • Page 34: Safe Operator Position

    (1) Remark: The CE standard EN1756-1 suggests a number of other, less usual solutions providing sufficient protection against crushing and sheering of the toes and feet, such as a hinged foot protector or cut-out switch. Consult the latest edition of DHOLLANDIA’s fitting instructions FIT- ELEC-OPTION or contact your national DHOLLANDIA dealer for more information.
  • Page 35 It is prohibited to bypass or modify any of the safety features of the tail lift. If activation of the external control box does not deactivate auxiliary controls, stop using the tail lift, and contact an authorized DHOLLANDIA agent to rectify.
  • Page 36 Guard rails may be purchased along with your tail lift at the initial order, or may be purchased and retrofitted to your tail lift later. They are available in a wide range of different executions to suit the particular needs of many applications. Contact your national DHOLLANDIA dealer for further information. See page 3 for contact info. WARNING ...

  • Page 37: Instructions For Working At Loading Docks

     ALWAYS reverse slowly, and avoid hard dock impact on the tail lift.  Reversing with insufficient ground clearance, or with too hard dock impact may result in severe damage to the tail lift. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 38 Use the a loading dock. between the loading dock and the vehicle electrical controls to adjust the platform floor. position flush with the loading dock surface. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 39 ALWAYS use a dock plate from the loading dock to the vehicle floor, and safely stow the lift below the vehicle floor level, or in the pocket or brief case under the loading dock. DHOLLANDIA...

  • Page 40: Recommended Daily Pre-Trip Inspection

    DO NOT cover up any accidents or damage; it can be dangerous to you, your co-workers, and other persons. NOTICE Authorized DHOLLANDIA service agents may be found at www.dhollandia.com or by calling your regional DHOLLANDIA distributor. See page 3 for contact info.
  • Page 41 Remember: if any part of the pre-trip inspection reveals a need for service or repair  DO NOT use the tail lift until it has been serviced or repaired by a qualified service technician.  Switch OFF power at the main battery disconnect switch or cabin switch [see 9.4 on page 52]. DHOLLANDIA...

  • Page 42: Importance Of Preventative Maintenance

     Attach a clear and highly visible warning tag to the platform and the external control box.  Warn your supervisor and have this vehicle put out of service.  Contact an authorized DHOLLANDIA service agent to repair the tail lift prior to any further use. ...

  • Page 43: Load Charts And Correct Loading Procedures

     DHOLLANDIA disclaims liability for all personal bodily injury and / or property damage that results from overloading practices.  The maximum rated capacity is the maximum weight that the tail lift can carry under the following best possible circumstances: ...
  • Page 44 Keep the pallet jack and its load on the platform the platform. surface, as close as possible to the inboard platform edge. Lower and rest the pallet or load on the platform surface to prevent it from shifting position while lifting and lowering.  DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 45 / lower it on the platform.  NEVER use the platform to level the ground surface, or to push or pull loads or material by means of the platform. NEVER use the platform to move snow or other debris. DHOLLANDIA...

  • Page 46: Operating Instructions - Principles And Procedures

    (if available), wheel stops or brakes are activated, or the load is secured on the platform in a different way prior to operating the tail lift.  Improperly secured loads could fall off the platform, and put the operator and bystanders at great risk of serious bodily injury and death. DHOLLANDIA...

  • Page 47: Main External Control Boxes

     DHOLLANDIA offers various control boxes, delivered per customer specification. Contact the national DHOLLANDIA distributor for more information, prior to ordering your tail lift. See contact info on page 3.
  • Page 48 Push and hold to activate push buttons of flush mount control Release to activate auxiliary control Push buttons commanding the functions LOWER – LIFT, and OPEN – CLOSE in case of hydraulic closure Safety switch to enable the push buttons, or to switch over to the auxiliary control DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 49 2-hand external control box. Although it is most convenient to purchase such 2-hand controls along with your initial tail lift order, they may be purchased and retrofitted to your tail lift later. Please contact your national DHOLLANDIA distributor for further information. See page 3 for contact details. ...
  • Page 50 7.3 from page 28 onwards, and the instructions on “Safe operator position” in section 7.5 from page 33 onwards.  The use of the controls from an unsafe position can put the operator at great risk of serious bodily injury and death. DHOLLANDIA...

  • Page 51: Most Popular Auxiliary Controls

    See contact info on page 3.  The most popular options are outlined below. Contact your national DHOLLANDIA distributor for operation instructions on other models, or models with different configurations, prior to operating the tail lift. See contact info on page 3.
  • Page 52  Only use the handheld 3-button or 4-button controls with extreme caution.  DHOLLANDIA strongly discourages the use of handheld 3-button or 4-button controls. They should only be used after adequate risk analysis by the vehicle owner or his authorized occupational health and safety manager, and under guidance of safe work practices issued by them.

  • Page 53: Switching The Main Power On / Off

    In case of combined system, (main battery disconnect and cabin switch) both must be switched on to activate the tail lift. Switching off only one of two will deactivate the tail lift, but it is strongly recommended to switch-off both. NEVER leave the main battery disconnect switch on while tail lift is not is use. DHOLLANDIA...

  • Page 54: Operation Of Column Lifts Dh-Vo.07.K1 With Manual Closure

    2. Manually OPEN the platform to the 90° open position. operated by foot; the retention ramp by hand. For DH-VO.07.K1 with foldable platform or retention ramps: push the platform down firmly, to ensure that the platform lock now locks the platform down in the open work position. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 55 [see 7.5 from page 33 onwards]. When reaching out your hand for a 3rd point of contact, ALWAYS stay clear of the open lift columns and the moving lift runner, chains or cables, and pulleys. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 56 1. For DH-VO.07.K1 with foldable platform or retention ramps: push the platform down firmly to release the tension from the platform lock at the basis of the lift runner. Then raise its lever. 2. Manually close the platform further into the vertical position. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 57  DO NOT try to OPEN or CLOSE the platform while it stands at its maximum level. To OPEN or CLOSE the platform, it must be LOWERED minimum 15 cm below the underside of the cylinder beam. DHOLLANDIA...

  • Page 58: Operation Of The Other Column Lifts With Manual Closure

    2. Manually OPEN the platform to the 90° open position. Push the platform down hand. firmly, to ensure that the platform lock now locks the platform down in the open work position. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 59 [see 7.5 from page 33 onwards]. When reaching out your hand for a 3rd point of contact, ALWAYS stay clear of the open lift columns and the moving lift runner, chains or cables, and pulleys. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 60 1. Push the platform down firmly to release the tension from the platform lock at the basis of the lift runner. Then raise its lever. 2. Manually close the platform into vertical position, with assistance of the torsion bars inside the platform. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 61  DO NOT try to OPEN or CLOSE the platform while it stands at its maximum level. To OPEN or CLOSE the platform, it must be LOWERED minimum 15 cm below the underside of the cylinder beam. DHOLLANDIA...

  • Page 62: Operation Of Column Lifts With Hydraulic Closure [Ovh004 Or Ovh011]

    OPEN or CLOSE the platform few preset horizontal position. degrees down or up to adjust the orientation of the platform to the slope of the ground. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 63 [see 7.5 from page 33 onwards]. When reaching out your hand for a 3rd point of contact, ALWAYS stay clear of the open lift columns and the moving lift runner, chains or cables, and pulleys. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 64 Then, release Then release the controls. The stow lock switch in the external control box, or both the controls. if both are available). Close the cover of is now engaged. the control box. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 65  DO NOT try to OPEN or CLOSE the platform while it stands at its maximum level. To OPEN or CLOSE the platform, it must be LOWERED minimum 15 cm below the underside of the cylinder beam. DHOLLANDIA...

  • Page 66: The Use Of Roll Stops

    See page 3 for contact info.  Consult the DHOLLANDIA website to view operation videos on the various types of roll stop systems http://dhollandia.com/GB/en/101/Movies#/cat/0 www.dhollandia.com → Country & language selection → Videos → General → Roll-stop systems OAP100.M = Manual roll stops, operated by springs...
  • Page 67 CLOSE Kick the lever into position 1. Step on the roll stop flap. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 68 Swing it open towards the rear, and lay it open on the ground in ramp position. CLOSE Raise the ramp. Swing it forward over 180° to lay it back onto the platform surface. The ramp will automatically lock when the platform is closed. DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 69  Manual close the central retention ramp [2] and the central fall protection [1] on left and right side, prior to LIFTING and LOWERING.  At the vehicle floor, keep the central fall protection [1] and the central retention ramp [2] closed while moving gas bottles from the platform to the vehicle floor and vice versa. DHOLLANDIA...

  • Page 70: Decals

     NEVER remove or paint over any decal. Missing, worn or illegible warning decals must be immediately replaced. Get free replacement decals from DHOLLANDIA. Contact your regional DHOLLANDIA distributor. See page 3 for contact info.  The operator should comply with all affixed safety and instructions decals.
  • Page 71 500-2000 kg Manual EF0591.EN DH-VO.20* - DH-VH.15* - DH-VB.15 DH-VO.10* - DH-VO.15* - DH-VO.20* 750-2000 kg Hydr. 1 tilt cylinder = OVH004 EF0592.EN DH-VH.15* - DH-VB.15 DH-VO.15* - DH-VO.20* - DH-VH.15* 1500-2000 kg Hydr. 2 tilt cylinders = OVH011 EF0599.EN DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 72 EXAMPLE EXAMPLE DHOLLANDIA...
  • Page 73 Tail lift decals used an affixed in areas, other than the rear of the vehicle: Cabin switch in driver’s cabin to switch electrical power to tail lift on / off (if so equipped) DHOLLANDIA...

  • Page 74: Meaning Of Safety And Warning Signs

    11 MEANING OF SAFETY AND WARNING SIGNS WARNING signs MANDATORY ACTION signs Overview and keep visual control over the working Contact your regional DHOLLANDIA distributor. area of the tail lift at all times. General warning sign used to alert the user to Consult the DHOLLANDIA website.
  • Page 75 Switch OFF the electrical power to the liftgate via the main battery disconnect switch and / or cabin switch. This is an operation to be executed manually (as opposed to an electrical function controlled by means of one of the control units). DHOLLANDIA...

  • Page 76: End Note

    → Country & language selection → Downloads → Checklists → … select required manual  All maintenance and repair work should be performed by authorized DHOLLANDIA service agents and using only authorized OEM DHOLLANDIA replacement parts.  Consult the separate MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR MANUAL for safety instructions, maintenance guidelines, and troubleshooting support.

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