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- Page 1 INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND SERVICE MANUAL Model – FLT 1058 West Industrial Road • Guthrie, OK 73044-1058 888-811-9876 • 405-282-5200 • www.autoquip.com Item# 830FLT Version 4.0 Nov. 2020 800.811.9876...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction ............................. 1 Contact Information ........................1 Code Requirements/Compliance ....................1 Important ............................1 Identification ..........................2 Inspection ............................2 Modifications ..........................2 Responsibility of Owners/Users ..................... 3 Inspection & Maintenance ......................3 Removal from Service ........................3 Repairs ............................3 Operators ............................ - Page 3 7.3.1 Oil Recommendations ......................41 7.3.2 If a Platform Hangs Up or Jams .................... 41 7.3.3 Hydraulic Velocity Fuse (HVF) Replacement ................ 42 7.3.4 Bleeding Air from System ..................... 43 Cylinder and/or Seal Replacement ....................44 7.4.1 Cylinder Removal ......................... 44 7.4.2 Seal Replacement ........................
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Page 4: Introduction
OPERATORS - Please read and understand this manual prior to operation of this VRC. Failure to do so could lead to property damage and/or serious personal injury. Situations may arise which are not covered in this manual. If you have questions, please contact Autoquip Customer Service (see 1.1 Contact... -
Page 5: Identification
48 hours. DO NOT destroy the crating while opening it to inspect the contents. If damage is suspected or found, report it directly to the carrier. DO NOT contact Autoquip Corporation!! All shipments are FOB from the Autoquip plant. Any claims for damage must be filed with the carrier. -
Page 6: Responsibility Of Owners/Users
Do not allow any portion of the load to overhang the perimeter of the platform. • Verify all safety devices are operational and in place. 2.7 Modifications or Alterations Modifications or alterations to this equipment may be made only with written permission of Autoquip. Unauthorized modification or alteration will void warranty. 800.811.9876... -
Page 7: Safety
• Never operate unit when parts are broken or damaged! Do not operate this equipment when non-factory approved or damaged parts are in use! Contact local representative to rectify all such situations or contact Autoquip (see 1.1 Contact Information). •... - Page 8 Please read and understand this manual prior to installation or operation of this lift. Failure to do so could lead to property damage and/or serious personal injury. • Do not modify lift. Autoquip cannot foresee and is not responsible for injury or damage which results from unauthorized modifications or misuse of lift. •...
- Page 9 The “Bill of Lading” will state the number of pieces shipped. TWO ITEMS MAY BE BANDED TOGETHER AND COUNT AS ONE PIECE. • Autoquip recommends replacing any NPT fittings that have been disassembled due to their inherent design for sealing. •...
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Page 10: Safety Features
3.2 Safety Features There are several active safety features and devices to help protect personnel, property, and the equipment. Zero Drift Feature A zero-drift feature has been incorporated into the VRC. The zero drift uses a limit switch mounted at the upper level and the pressure switch circuit. - Page 11 Safety Interlocks/Latches-Gates or Doors (where applicable) These are electro/mechanical devices that prevent operation of the VRC when the gates or doors are left open on any level. They also prevent the gates or doors from being opened at any level unless the platform is in place at that floor level.
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Page 12: Safety Labels
3.3 Safety Labels i WARNING To protect against death or serious injury, all labels must be on lift and must be legible. If any of these labels are missing or cannot be read, contact Autoquip for replacement labels (see 1.1 Contact Information). - Page 13 1 – 36404093 2 – 36403220 3 – DECAL_CAPACITY 4 – 36401487 5 – 36403720 800.811.9876...
- Page 14 FLT labels (other locations) Item # Description Part # WARNING, ONLY AUTHORIZED AND TRAINED…. 36405670 DANGER, THIS DOOR MUST BE CLOSED…. 36405680 WARNING, NO RIDERS 36405705 WARNING, NO RIDERS 36404093 DANGER, ARC FLASH, SHOCK 36430303 WARNING, DO NOT OPERATE W/O PLATFORM….
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Page 16: Installation
VRC’s. Acquaint yourself with the permitting and/or licensing requirements (and expenses) of the local regulatory agencies. Note: some agencies may require inspection or testing before and/or after lift start-up. Contact Autoquip (see 1.1 Contact Information) with any questions you may have concerning VRC code requirements. -
Page 17: Equipment Layout
It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure that the installation meet these requirements, regardless of who (manufacturer, customer, architect, general contractor, etc.) provides the doors/gates and means of enclosure. Consult Autoquip whenever there is a question as to whether the gate & enclosure installation meets ASME B20.1. -
Page 18: Testing
Correct any deficiencies before clean-up & hand-off. 2. Apply proper signage to all locations of the installation per the guidelines in the Label Identification section and per any instructions shipped separately with the gate interlock kits. Contact Autoquip (see 1.1 Contact Information) if labels appear to be missing or damaged. -
Page 19: Laying Out Platform Position & Marking Floors For Alignment
• Shim stock for the floor channel, platform corners, and/or approach ramp (if a part of this installation) • Hydraulic oil (see oil recommendations and tank capacity in “Specifications” section) • Paint (standard colors available in spray can, and 1 or 5 gallons) •... - Page 20 800.811.9876...
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Page 21: Mechanical Installation Details
4.10 Mechanical Installation Details 1. Most work can be done with the lift platform fully lowered. Never work under the lift platform unless it is blocked in place (see 5 Blocking Instructions). 2. Never allow a person to ride on the platform of the lift. 3. -
Page 22: Spliced Beams (When Used)
4.11 Spliced Beams (when used) 1. Set the upper mast on its respective lower mast (plates & beams are marked) in the orientation as shown, taking necessary precautions not to bend or damage transition plates. 2. Verify that both beams are true, straight, and plumb within ⅛ inch over any 10 foot span and not to exceed ⅜... -
Page 23: Bracing The Beams
The special materials for anchoring and bracing of the lift and gates are not the responsibility of Autoquip. NOTE: For all field welding of braces, use ¼ inch fillet – all around. - Page 24 i WARNING Do not weld on the guide flanges of the masts! Interfering with the free travel of the wheel guides can cause damage to the lift and prevent safety devices from operating as intended. i CAUTION Never use concrete anchor bolts on a cinderblock or brick wall! The wall will not withstand the pull force developed by the lift.
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Page 25: Shimming And Anchoring
4.13 Shimming and Anchoring 1. Connect a temporary power source. 2. Once the masts are adequately braced (see next section), it will be necessary to raise the platform in order to lag the lift to the floor. The platform may be raised either manually (with a fork truck, chain fall from overhead beam or crane, come-along from the top stop angles, etc.) or powered hydraulically (refer to the following section “Hydraulic Installation”). - Page 26 Recommended concrete anchor bolts are: HILTI “Kwik-Bolt”, Molly Parabolt or similar. 5. Verify lift is positioned correctly. 6. Drill holes in concrete as specified by anchor bolt manufacturer. 7. Install and tighten anchors as specified by anchor bolt manufacturer. 8. After lift has been aligned, leveled and shimmed, and anchors have been installed, pour grout under entire base frame.
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Page 27: Hydraulic Installation Details
8. Locate the power unit, preferably within 10 feet of the lift cylinders (the lift is supplied with a 10 foot connecting hose). The power unit can be mounted on the floor or on the wall, contact the Autoquip Customer Assurance department if special mounting brackets are required. -
Page 28: Electrical Installation Details
i WARNING Do not over travel! Mechanical stops must be in place to prevent the platform from over traveling. Over-traveling can cause permanent damage to the platform or failure of the lifting cylinders. 4.15 Electrical Installation Details i DANGER All maintenance procedures described in this section should only be performed by qualified service personnel. - Page 29 NEC requirements throughout the electrical installation process. Autoquip typically provides all the electrical control and signal devices. All required wire, conduit, and main disconnect for field wiring is supplied by others. Unless specifically included in the contract, the mounting and wiring of control and signal devices is the user’s responsibility.
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Page 30: Installing Level/Lift Status Limit Switches
MAIN DISCONNECT: This should be a fused type disconnect which is to be located within ten (10) feet of the lift. THIS ITEM IS NOT SUPPLIED BY AUTOQUIP AND IS REQUIRED BY THE NEC (National Electrical Code.) MAIN CONTROL PANEL: This panel is supplied and shipped loose by Autoquip, then mounted & wired by others. - Page 31 1. Locate, mount, and wire the level limit switches (shipped loose) on the adjustable Unistrut mounting located at upper and lower locations on the mast pair. 2. Once assembled, adjust the limit switch arm to make contact with the limit switch cam when the platform is at that corresponding level –...
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Page 32: Test Run (Empty)
4.17 Test Run (Empty) i DANGER Never go under lift platform until load is removed and mechanism is securely blocked in raised position with maintenance devices. (see 5 Blocking Instructions). i CAUTION The pressure switch is not functional with temporary power! The power unit will continue to run as long as the contact button is pressed. -
Page 33: Relief Valve Adjustments
4.18.1 Relief Valve Adjustments Though set at the factory, it is recommended that the pressure relief setting be checked prior to placing the unit in service. 1. Make sure top stop bolts and nuts are installed and tightened per instructions above. 2. -
Page 34: Pressure Switch Setting
NOTE: If the guarding is not purchased from Autoquip it is the responsibility of the Owner to make sure it is in compliance with the requirements set forth in ASME B20.1. -
Page 35: Shaft Way Barrier Bar Kit (For Shaft Way Applications)
4.20 Shaft Way Barrier Bar Kit (for shaft way applications) The figure below illustrates the contents and installation details for the shaft way barrier bar system supplied for units in shaft way applications. The barrier bar system is designed to leave (1) mid and (1) top rail across the door opening at the upper level when the platform is called to the lower level. -
Page 36: Back-Stop Kit (When Ordered)
4.21 Back-Stop Kit (when ordered) Illustrated below are the contents and installation details for the back-stop kit. Installer must ensure that the finished distance between the edge of platform and the inside of the back-stop panels does not exceed 2 inches. 800.811.9876... -
Page 37: Installation Wrap-Up
4.22 Installation Wrap-Up 1. After the unit is completely wired, make all necessary adjustments to the interlocks, gate status switches, upper & lower lift status limit switches, and to the top stop bolts to ensure proper operation of the lift and its safeties as required by the schematic. 2. -
Page 38: Blocking Instructions
5. BLOCKING INSTRUCTIONS i DANGER Failure to properly adhere to lift blocking procedures is to risk the sudden and uncontrolled descent of the lift during maintenance or inspection. A falling lift can cause severe injury or death. Never go under lift platform until load is removed and mechanism is securely blocked in raised position with maintenance devices. - Page 39 i DANGER Do not stand beneath the platform while setting the maintenance device into position. Check the stability of the supports. If there is any chance of the support tipping or otherwise not providing a safe and stable condition, do not go under the platform! 5.
- Page 40 7. After the platform is fully lowered, continue to hold the DOWN button/lowering valve for an additional 5-10 seconds to relieve the hydraulic system of pressure. i WARNING Failure to relieve operating system pressure could result in the sudden and unexpected release of high-pressure fluids during maintenance and/or repair of the lift which may result in severe injury or death.
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Page 41: Operation
DANGER Never operate unit when parts are broken or damaged! Do not operate this equipment when non-factory approved or damaged parts are in use! Contact local representative to rectify all such situations or contact Autoquip (see 1.1 Contact Information) -
Page 42: Moving Down
6.2 Moving Down 1. Press and release the "DOWN" button to lower lift. 6.3 Emergency Stop 1. Press the red emergency stop button to stop all travel of the VRC at any time. 2. The emergency stop button will interrupt all electrical control functions when it is activated. Movement of the platform will cease, regardless of its direction. -
Page 43: Maintenance
Turn off the power and lock out the power at the primary power disconnect switch before service or maintenance per OSHA Lock-Out, Tag-Out procedures. 7.1 Planned Maintenance Program A local Autoquip representative provides a Planned Maintenance Program (PMP) for this equipment using qualified and experienced personnel. Contact a local representative or Autoquip (see 1.1 Contact Information). -
Page 44: General Maintenance
Information) to provide assistance in discovering the source & acceptable remedy for the platform jam. Contact an authorized Autoquip dealer or representative to conduct a comprehensive inspection of the lift for structural and component damage before placing it back in service. -
Page 45: Hydraulic Velocity Fuse (Hvf) Replacement
Loctite PST #567 pipe thread sealant or equivalent is recommended. NOTICE Autoquip recommends replacing any NPT fittings that have been disassembled due to their inherent design for sealing. Use approved fluids only. Use of unauthorized fluids may cause damage to seals and hosing. -
Page 46: Bleeding Air From System
7.3.4 Bleeding Air from System 1. Press the “UP” button and allow the unit to raise 10–12 inches. Press the emergency stop button. 2. Crack the bleed screw on top of the first stage side until clear oil (no bubbles) comes from the cracked bleed screw. -
Page 47: Cylinder And/Or Seal Replacement
7.4 Cylinder and/or Seal Replacement 7.4.1 Cylinder Removal 1. While the lift is in the lowered position, remove the bolt which holds the top cylinder rod of the double ram assembly to the platform thrust angle at the top rear of the platform. 2. -
Page 48: Re-Installing The Cylinder
7.4.3 Re-Installing the Cylinder 1. Reinstall the new double ram assembly by reversing the steps above. 2. Check the oil level (see “Oil Requirements” section). 3. Once the double ram assembly is in place, the stabilizers are installed, and all hydraulic connections are made tight, proceed to bleed air out of the system (see “Air Bleeding Procedure”... -
Page 49: Schematics And Field Wiring Details
7.5 Schematics and Field Wiring Details PLEASE REFER TO THE JOB SPECIFIC ELECTICAL SCHEMATIC SUPPLIED WITH ORDER. Hydraulic Schematic 800.811.9876... -
Page 50: Troubleshooting
8. TROUBLESHOOTING i DANGER Never go under lift platform until load is removed and mechanism is securely blocked in raised position with maintenance devices (see 5 Blocking Instructions). All maintenance procedures described in this section should only be performed by qualified service personnel. - Page 51 The HMI control panel can help diagnose some issues. See the HMI manual for how to show the alarms. Issue Possible Cause Solution Check for mechanical obstructions See 7.3.2 If a Platform Hangs Up or Jams or a binding condition. Unit won’t lower Check for tripped velocity fuses.
- Page 52 Issue Possible Cause Solution The emergency stop button may Check all push-button stations. Repair as be depressed or jammed. necessary. The gate or door is not closed. Check and close. The main line disconnect switch Check and close (on). is open (off). The gate status switch or door interlock is malfunctioning or is Check and repair or adjust as required.
- Page 53 Possible Cause Solution Check before measuring the voltage at the motor terminals (or as near as possible) while The voltage at the motor the pump is running under load. Reading the terminals may be too low to run source voltage or pump idling voltage is the pump with the existing load.
- Page 54 Issue Possible Cause Solution Check for mechanical obstructions or a binding See 7.3.2 If a Platform Hangs Up or Jams Unit won’t lower condition. - Hydraulic Circuit Check for tripped velocity fuses. See 7.3.2 If a Platform Hangs Up or Jams Heavy oil and/or cold See 7.3.1 Oil Recommendations temperatures can cause a lockup...
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Page 55: Parts Lists
9. PARTS LISTS 9.1 General Assembly 800.811.9876... -
Page 56: Typical Power Unit
9.2 Typical Power Unit 800.811.9876... -
Page 57: Warranty
Ninety (90) days labor warranty extended to One (1) year with a Planned Maintenance Contract in place. Autoquip also warrants the structure of the lift against breakage or failure for a period of Five (5) years. The warranty period begins from the date of shipment. When making a claim, immediately send your dealer or Autoquip notice of your claim.
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