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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 Doc: FIT_LSP.07_CE_EN_2020_rev0...
18.4 Safe operator position on the platform ..........................58 18.5 2-button portable control ..............................59 18.6 Circuit breaker ................................... 65 18.7 Cab cut off switch ................................66 18.8 Electric and hydraulic Information ............................. 67 18.9 End note .................................... 69 DHOLLANDIA...
Many safety signs and symbols used in this manual are based on international standards, others refer to specific situations or actions. Consult Appendix 1 for an overview of signs and symbols used in DHOLLANDIA manuals, and their meaning. Make sure you understand these signs and symbols prior to starting the installation. Examples of standard ANSI...
Prior to operating the tail lift, make sure you understand the safety and warning signs used, and read them in conjunction with the instructions in this manual. If in doubt, DO NOT operate the tail lift. Contact your national DHOLLANDIA distributor. See page 4 for contact info. 2 INTRODUCTION 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.
These instructions are supplied as a separate manual with your tail lift. You can also contact your national DHOLLANDIA distributor for the latest edition of this manual. See page 4 for contact info. Or download the latest edition from the website: www.dhollandia.com →...
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DHOLLANDIA tail lift. In case of doubt, ALWAYS contact your national DHOLLANDIA distributor for further advice, prior to continuing. ALWAYS wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment. This includes but may not be limited to: ANSI rated glasses with side guards, or a wrap-around face shield;...
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Except for the support channels and bracing of the side steps, which are usually welded to the cross members of the auxiliary chassis, DHOLLANDIA tail lifts are designed as a bolt-on system, and don’t require any welding. See Appendix 2 for prescribed torque values.
DHOLLANDIA tail lifts are developed and manufactured using state-of-the-art technology, high quality materials and components, and highly skilled workmanship. The DH-LSP… series comprises of a range of cantilever tail lifts, designed for a wide range of factory-built panel vans 500 to 1000 kg. ...
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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, example found in Section 17.1 of this manual. Bottom view DHOLLANDIA...
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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, example found in Section 17.1 of this manual. DHOLLANDIA...
/ or body will not adversely affect the structural integrity of the chassis and / or body. In the event instructions of vehicle manufacturer conflict with the installation instructions issued by DHOLLANDIA (e.g. on fuse ratings, etc.), contact your national DHOLLANDIA distributor for further assistance. ...
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Do not pressurize any tail lift functions (LIFT / LOWER) before the tail lift installation is fully finished. During installation and while testing, verify that the tail lift and its moving parts don’t interfere with, or cause damage to the vehicle systems (e.g. to suspension, braking system, hydraulic and electrical circuits, etc.). DHOLLANDIA...
Remove the spare wheel carrier, part of the exhaust pipe, and any other components interfering with the installation of the tail lift frame. (Figure 7.2) Verify dimensions with the FITTING DRAWING, and determine the scope of the work required to prepare and adapt the vehicle chassis to the tail lift fitting. Figure 7.1 Figure 7.2 DHOLLANDIA...
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See Figure 7.4. Figure 7.3 Figure 7.4 ⚠ WARNING NEVER modify DHOLLANDIA tail lifts or their mounting plates, NEVER deviate from the described installation procedures without prior written consent by the manufacturer. DHOLLANDIA...
As a general rule, in order to fit the mounting plates of the tail lift, DHOLLANDIA tries to adopt a maximum possible number of existing chassis perforations, in order to minimize the number of new fixation holes to be drilled during the fitting process. See Figure 8.1.
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See Figure 8.2. Refer to the FITTING AND BODY BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS of the vehicle manufacturer, as some have strict procedures how to execute the chassis drills. See Figure 8.3. Figure 8.2 ⚠ Figure 8.3 EXAMPLE DHOLLANDIA...
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A fall of the tail lift off the chassis can damage the tail lift and / or vehicle chassis and can cause serious bodily injury or death to the operator and any bystanders. Therefore, it is essential that the mounting plates are installed following the instructions of this manual. DHOLLANDIA...
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During installation, the bolts and nuts should be fastened to the proper torque, shown in these installation instructions. If you use mounting bolts not supplied by DHOLLANDIA, make sure the total strength is at least equivalent as per this manual. ...
When all bolts are securely fastened to the required torque, drop the forks or arms of the fork lift or wheeled mounting jack, and remove them from the fitting scene. The frame of the tail lift should now be correctly fitted in its definitive position, as shown in Figure 9.4. DHOLLANDIA...
Therefore, handle the platform with care. Use lifting aids such as a forklift, gantry crane, hoists and clamps etc… to assist you throughout the installation operation. DHOLLANDIA...
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(for the locking bolt and the grease nipples), with the holes in the platform. Use the hole for the grease nipples as a reference point. Mount the locking bolts, starting from the inside surface, through the platform. At the backside of the platform, mount the locking nuts and grease nipples back in their original position. DHOLLANDIA...
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Fasten all locking bolts and nuts with the required torque. Connect the stabilizer rod to the fixation hand on the platform with the hinge pin. Secure the pin with the M8 locking bolt & nut. See Figure 10.7. Figure 10.7 DHOLLANDIA...
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Ensure the platform and lift frame are positioned in conformance with the mounting instructions and dimensions indicated in the installation drawing and manual, before drilling or welding the mounting plates to the chassis. It is not allowed to reduce the width of the mounting plates without prior written authorization from DHOLLANDIA. CAUTION ...
If an insulated earth return is required, remove the existing bit of 35mm² earth cable from the electric motor in the power pack, and prepare a 35mm² earth cable to run from the negative earth pole of the electric motor to the negative pole of the vehicle battery. See Figure 11.3. DHOLLANDIA...
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(see Figure 11.4), or by means of wire clips riveted or bolted to the chassis, and sufficiently protected against corrosion by means of zinc spray, Dinitrol,… (refer to the manufacturer’s handbook for details what is allowed and not allowed). DHOLLANDIA...
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If a battery switch will be used to isolate the main power to the electric motor (which is strongly recommended), drill the required holes in the steel base of the driver’s seat, apply adequate anti-corrosive protection to the fresh perforations and mount the battery switch itself. See Figure 11.6. DHOLLANDIA...
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Guide the second shorter end of 35mm² (+) cable from the battery switch to the vehicle battery. Mount the 300A fuse, supplied with the tail lift, to the positive pole of the vehicle battery, and connect the 35mm² (+) battery cable to the fuse as shown is Figure 11.8. Figure 11.8 ⚠ DHOLLANDIA...
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In an analogue way, route the 35mm² (-) earth cable from the entry point in the vehicle cabin or the engine compartment to the negative pole of the vehicle battery. Firmly fasten the earth connection, and protect against corrosion, in the same way as the (+) battery connection. See Figure 11.9. Figure 11.9 ⚠ DHOLLANDIA...
Before fitting the control boxes in position, ensure that the fresh cuts in the steel side panel of the body are sufficiently protected against corrosion by means of zinc spray or equivalent substance. See Figure 12.3. DHOLLANDIA...
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Seek an adequate routing for the electrical cable of the control boxes to the hydraulic power pack of the vehicle. Most vehicle brands and types are equipped with a dedicated rubber diaphragm to pass the wiring from the chassis area to the inside of the vehicle cabin (without drilling extra holes). See Figure 12.5. DHOLLANDIA...
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Follow your earlier notes on disconnecting the wiring or follow the wiring diagram in the appendix. See Figure 12.6. Fasten the electrical cable every 10cm to the vehicle chassis and the tail lift, taking into account the general prescriptions for wiring fixation as mentioned above. Figure 12.6 ⚠ Wiring to the hydraulic power pack DHOLLANDIA...
Refer to the wiring diagram in the annex for the correct connections of the electric safety valve and the platform options. See Figure 13.4. For the safety valve of the tilt cylinder: Brown wire to (-) earth on connection block Blue wire to O or D on connection block DHOLLANDIA...
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Consult the fitting instructions TEC-ELEC-02-EN for fitting and safety details regarding the different types of auxiliary controls (see Figure 13.7 for the wander lead with spiral cable). Consult the fitting instructions TEC-S090-01-EN for fitting details regarding the electric flashing platform lights. DHOLLANDIA...
Use the functions “lift” and “close” to bring hydraulic pressure in the hydraulic circuits. As it is merely the purpose to assure that the platform is supported hydraulically, abort this action as soon as you see the platform lift and close. Remove the remaining fitting aids (hoist, overhead gantry crane,…) from the platform. DHOLLANDIA...
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First unscrew the locking bolt M8 on the side of the piston head. See Figure 14.5. DHOLLANDIA...
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The installer should remain vigilant and stay out of the range of motion of the platform and the moving parts of the tail lift as long as the hydraulic circuits have not been purged. DHOLLANDIA...
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Thoroughly grease all grease nipples in the various articulations with acid-free grease, according to the grease plan in the appendix. Fit all features that will create a safe working environment for the operator, and the strangers in public traffic: See Figure 14.10. DHOLLANDIA...
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After satisfactory completion of the put-into-service test and the practical weight tests, double-check and revise the settings of the end stops on both lift arms, and of the vertical stow position of the platform behind the rear doors. DHOLLANDIA...
15 LUBRICATION INSTRUCTIONS Refer to annexes for relevant grease plan of the tail lift, or download from the website: www.dhollandia.com > downloads All articulation points equipped with grease nipples [Figure 15.1] should be lubricated with acid free grease after installation, and once in service with intervals as indicated in the user’s manual.
Operating a tail lift that hasn’t successfully passed the PDI can lead to premature wear or damage of the tail lift itself. Operating a tail lift that hasn’t successfully passed the PDI can put the operator and third parties at great risk, and could result in sever personal injury or death. Figure 16.1 DHOLLANDIA...
Missing, worn or illegible warning decals must be immediately replaced. Get free replacement decals from DHOLLANDIA. Contact your regional ❾ DHOLLANDIA distributor. See page 4 for contact info. The operator should comply with all affixed safety and instructions decals.
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LIFTGATE DECALS USED AND AFFIXED IN AREAS, OTHER THAN THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE: Cabin switch in driver’s cabin to switch electrical power to liftgate on / off (if so equipped) For circuit breaker in liftgate battery compartment For main fuse in liftgate battery compartment DHOLLANDIA...
17.2 IDENTIFICATION DECALS 1. Every DHOLLANDIA tail lift is identified and labelled with a unique 8-digit serial number (with or without a space between the first and last 4 digits). This number is used for any inquiry on a particular tail lift, or when ordering replacement parts 2.
18.1 DECALS 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. Consult the DHOLLANDIA website. General warning sign used to alert the user to potential hazards.
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Switch OFF the electrical power to the tail lift 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...
Type of thread Size Strength class 10.9 Standard M6 x 1 M8 x 1.25 M10 x 1.5 M12 x 1.75 M14 x 2 M16 x 2 Fine M14 x 1.5 M16 x 1.5 M20 x 1.5 M24 x 2 DHOLLANDIA...
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M20 x 1.5 lbs-ft lbs-ft M24 x 2 lbs-ft lbs-ft Banjo Bolt Torque Specifications BSPP Metric Pounds Newton Pounds Newton Banjo Banjo Force - Metre Force - Feet Metre Bolt Bolt Feet (lbsf- (Nm) (lbsf-ft) (Nm) Size Size 10.5 24.5 136.5 DHOLLANDIA...
The requirement for mechanical or hydraulic stabilizing legs has been checked and been fulfilled (if applicable). The actual fitting dimensions don’t exceed the theoretical maximum fitting dimensions mentioned in the fitting drawings. The lift has been fitted to conform with the fitting instructions of DHOLLANDIA, and the Body Building Guidelines of the OEM vehicle manufacturer.
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▢ Any other (creaking, grinding or squeaking) noise should be carefully investigated and solved. Dynamic test at 100% of maximum rated lift capacity: ▢ Verify if the lift has sufficient lift capacity. ▢ Verify the general performance & stability. DHOLLANDIA...
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Operating a tail lift that hasn’t successfully passed the PDI can put the operator and third parties at great risk and could result in serious personal injury or death. It is therefore essential that the PDI check is completed with due diligence, and any shortcomings rectified prior to delivery of the vehicle to the operator. DHOLLANDIA...
To reduce the risk of the operator crushing their feet between the raising floor and the end of the vehicle floor, DHOLLANDIA recommends that the installer paints a 400mmx400mm safe operator position at a safe distance of min. 250mm away from the inboard platform edge.
The handheld control [1] is also equipped with a magnet, so that it will stick to any metal surface. Mark the safe operator position on the platform and mount a hand grip to the rear frame of the vehicle body in conformance with Appendix 5. DHOLLANDIA...
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A general wiring schematic for gravity down with the two-button handheld control is shown in Figure 18.6. Figure 18.6 To ground post on pump motor To positive post on motor solenoid DHOLLANDIA...
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For option OAE510.15, see Figure 18.7, below: Figure 18.7 To ground post on pump motor To positive post on motor solenoid DHOLLANDIA...
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A general wiring schematic for power down with the two-button handheld control is shown in Figure 18.8. Figure 18.8 To ground post on pump motor To positive post on motor solenoid DHOLLANDIA...
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For option OAE510.15, see Figure 18.9, below: Figure 18.9 To ground post on pump motor To positive post on motor solenoid DHOLLANDIA...
18.6 CIRCUIT BREAKER A resettable circuit breaker option is also available for the connection to the batteries. [Figure 18.10] Figure 18.10 DHOLLANDIA...
Refer to the appropriate connection sequence in Figure 18.11 to properly connect the E0667 illuminated cab switch. Figure 18.11 Figure 18.12 For orders that shipped with option OAE510.15, refer to Figure 18.13 to properly connect the cab switch. Figure 18.13 To liftgate toggle switch To “hot” rail on control block Cabin switch DHOLLANDIA...
The correct diagram applicable for the tail lift supplied can be found on the inside of the control box. If correct diagram is not present inside control box, contact your national DHOLLANDIA distributor for further assistance, or download from the website.
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It is important to follow these guide-lines with due care. A lot of oils or fluids used in automotive industry, such as transmission fluids and ATF oils, are not suitable for tail lift use. DHOLLANDIA has not tested the potential consequences of oils and fluids with deviating specifications and cannot be held responsible or legally liable for any damage to the tail lift caused by the replenishment with non- compatible oils or fluids;...
18.9 END NOTE DHOLLANDIA would like to thank you for using our products and leave you with this final notice and warning. Additional information about this tail lift and many other DHOLLANDIA products is available at the following link: http://www.dhollandia.com/...
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