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MOHAWK MADE IN THE USA MODEL A-7 & A-7A 7,000 LB. CAPACITY TWO POST VEHICLE LIFT MANUAL INSTALLATION OPERATION MAINTENANCE PARTS MOHAWK RESOURCES LTD. READ MANUAL 65 VROOMAN AVE. THOROUGHLY BEFORE AMSTERDAM, NY 12010 TOLL FREE:...
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MOHAWK MODEL A-7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your garage equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS. 2. Care must be taken as burns can occur from touching hot parts. 3. Do not operate equipment with a damaged cord or if the equipment has been dropped or damaged - until it has been examined by a qualified serviceman.
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Contact the participant (Mohawk Resources Ltd.) for information pertaining to certified attachments, accessories or configuration modifying components.
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MOHAWK MODEL A-7 CEILING HEIGHT WARNING WARNING: Ensure that ceiling height* and/or overhead hydraulic line height is greater than the total lifted height of the tallest vehicle (maximum vehicle height plus lift stroke). Failure to ensure adequate overhead clearance may cause damage to equipment, vehicle and bodily injury to the user.
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MOHAWK MODEL A-7 HAVE A QUESTION? Call your local Mohawk distributor For parts, service and technical support. Distributor Place Card Here Please have this unit’s model and serial number when calling for service. Model Number ______________________ Serial Number ______________________ OR CONTACT: MOHAWK RESOURCES LTD.
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"ALI/ETL certification mark" (Above on right), and, if applicable, the ETL listing mark to ANSI/UL-201. Mohawk has been a long-standing member of ALI and most of Mohawk’s popular models are currently listed and certified. Other Mohawk models are in various stages of testing. To obtain a complete and current certification listing, contact Mohawk Resources Ltd.
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READ THIS WARRANTY IN ITS ENTIRETY GENERAL WARRANTY INFORMATION: MOHAWK’S OBLIGATION UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO REPAIRING OR REPLACING ANY PART OR PARTS RETURNED TO THIS FACTORY, TRANSPORTATION CHARGES PREPAID BY CUSTOMER WITH AUTHORIZED RETURN (RGA), WHICH PROVE UPON INSPECTION TO BE DEFECTIVE AND WHICH HAVE NOT BEEN MISUSED. DAMAGE OR FAILURE TO ANY PART DUE TO FREIGHT DAMAGE OR LACK OF REQUIRED REGULAR DOCUMENTED MAINTENANCE IS NOT COVERED UNDER THIS WARRANTY.
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THE FOLLOWING MODELS ARE GUARANTEED FOR 5 YEARS (PARTS ONLY), FROM DATE OF SHIPMENT FROM FACTORY, FOR HYDRAULIC CYLINDERS, AGAINST DEFECTS IN WORKMANSHIP AND/OR MATERIALS WHEN THE LIFT IS INSTALLED AND USED ACCORDING TO SPECIFICATIONS: TWO-POST MODELS A-7, SYSTEM IA-10, LC-12, LMF-12, TP-16, TP-18, TP-20, TP-26, TP-30.
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MOHAWK MODEL A-7 CONTENTS TEXT PAGE APPENDAGES SPECIFICATIONS PACKING LIST RECOMMENDED TOOL LIST BEFORE INSTALLING A LIFT………………………………………………………….6 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS………………………………………………………7 & 8 SAFETY TIPS LIFT FINAL CHECKOUT 2-POST LIMITATIONS AND ADAPTER USAGE PRE - OPERATION CHECK LIST / LIFTING PROCEDURES MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES...
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THIS EQUIPMENT SHOULD DOCUMENTED SUBMITTED IN WRITING TO MOHAWK RESOURCES LTD. FOR INSTALL THIS EQUIPMENT ON CONCRETE ONLY EXAMINATION. THE USER ASSUMES FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY EQUIPMENT DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY, OR ALTERATION IF, FOR ANY REASON, A NEW CONCRETE SLAB SECTION IS...
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THICKNESS STRENGTH AGING MOTOR VOLTAGE 4 - 1/2 IN 4000 P.S.I. 28 DAYS F.L.A. AT RATED CAPACITY 13.9 MOTOR HORSEPOWER DO NOT INSTALL ANY MOHAWK LIFT ON ANY SURFACE OTHER MOTOR PHASE SINGLE THAN CONCRETE CONFORMING MINIMUM COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH, MINIMUM...
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MOHAWK MODEL A-7 A-7 PACKING LIST *** ALSO SEE DRAWINGS MAN131 / MAN132 IN PARTS MANUAL *** ORDER PART PART QTY. NUMBER NUMBER DESCRIPTION 007-010-012 PARTS BOX CONTENTS 009-001-141 CARRIAGE STOP 025-002-126 HEIGHT ADAPTER BRACKET 025-002-128 HEIGHT ADAPTER (6 INCH)
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MOHAWK MODEL A-7 RECOMMENDED TOOL LIST SIZE / QTY DESCRIPTION USED IN 1 - 1/8 IN WRENCH & SOCKET WEJ-IT ANCHORS 15 / 16 IN WRENCH & SOCKET CARRIAGE STOPS 11/16 IN WRENCH HYDRAULIC LINES 5/8 IN WRENCH HYDRAULIC LINES 1/2 IN WRENCH &...
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BEFORE INSTALLING A LIFT IMPORTANT BEFORE INSTALLING A MOHAWK LIFT THERE ARE A FEW ITEMS THAT MUST BE INSPECTED. EACH REPAIR SHOP BAY IS DIFFERENT. IN AN ATTEMPT TO PREVENT OVERSIGHTS, ALL OF THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS TO BE VERIFIED.
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MOHAWK MODEL A-7 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY. BE FAMILIAR WITH PART NAMES AND HAVE A GOOD UNDERSTANDING OF HOW THIS UNIT IS TO BE ASSEMBLED AND OF HOW INDIVIDUAL PARTS OPERATE, BEFORE ASSEMBLING THE UNIT.
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MOHAWK MODEL A-7 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AT THIS TIME PERFORM THE PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST AND MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES (DAILY - WEEKLY - MONTHLY) BLEEDING PROCEDURE MAKE ALL ADJUSTMENTS PERTAINING TO THESE PROCEDURES. ENGAGE THE UP BUTTON ON THE POWER UNIT. OBSERVE THE CARRIAGE.
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PLEASE POST THE (A COPY IS INCLUDED IN THE PARTS BOX) WHERE THEY WILL BE CONSTANTLY REMINDED TO YOUR LIFT OPERATOR. FOR INFORMATION SPECIFIC TO THE LIFT, ALWAYS REFER TO THE MOHAWK MANUAL. UNOBSTRUCTED CLEARANCE. DO NOT HIT OR INSPECT YOUR LIFT DAILY.
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MOHAWK MODEL A-7 LIFT FINAL CHECKOUT (AFTER INSTALLATION): REV (6/28/2012) THIS PROCEDURE OUTLINES THE FINAL CHECKS TO MAKE RAISE LIFT TO FULL STROKE. VERIFY THE FOLLOWING: AFTER INITIAL INSTALLATION OF THE LIFT UNIT. REPEAT PROPER SYNCHRONIZATION OF LIFT ARMS THIS PROCEDURE IF THE LIFT IS RELOCATED.
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REV (2/9/2006) 2-POST LIMITATIONS: ADAPTER USAGE AND LIMITATIONS: ALL MOHAWK 2-POST LIFTS ARE FOR INDOOR USE UNLESS THE USE OF HEIGHT ADAPTERS IS COMMON FOR MOST LIFTING SPECIFICALLY QUALIFIED AND MODIFIED FOR A CUSTOM SITUATIONS TO ACCOMMODATE HIGH FRAMES AND LOW ENVIRONMENT.
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NOTE: IF FOR ANY REASON, THE LIFT BECOMES INOPERATIVE USED AT ANY TIME FOR ANY SINGLE LIFTING PAD. IN THE RAISED POSITION WITH A VEHICLE ON IT, CONTACT YOUR LOCAL MOHAWK REPRESENTATIVE OR THE MOHAWK CAUTION: FACTORY. IF PROPER AND SAFE LIFTING POINTS ON THE FRAME OF...
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DEFORMATION, WEAR OR CORROSION. REPLACE ALL WORN OR BROKEN PARTS WITH GENUINE TIGHTEN ALL FASTENERS AND HYDRAULIC FITTINGS AS LIFT MANUFACTURER SUPPLIED PARTS (FROM MOHAWK REQUIRED. RESOURCES LTD. ONLY) ALL O - RING BOSS FITTINGS JAM NUTS ARE TO BE ...
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MOHAWK MODEL A-7 Cable Care & Maintenance This lift incorporates a high strength synthetic cable which is used to prevent lift collapse in the unlikely event of a chain break. A few guidelines about its general use will help you to increase the life of the cable and assist you in achieving the best performance from our product.
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MOHAWK MODEL A-7 It does not necessarily mean that if your cable does not have any signs of wear and tear, you can still use it. The cable should be changed every 5 years, regardless of condition. If there is any doubt during inspection of the condition of the cable, replace it with a new one.
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ATTEMPT TO CORRECT A PROBLEM. ALL TESTS ARE TO BE PERFORMED WITH NO VEHICLE. HYDRAULIC SAFETY CHECK NOTE: THE HYDRAULIC SAFETY CHECK IS TO BE PERFORMED WITH NO VEHICLE ON THE UNIT. CONTACT YOUR LOCAL MOHAWK DISTRIBUTOR OR THE MOHAWK FACTORY IF EITHER TEST FAILS. MAINSIDE SAFETY CHECK: OFFSIDE SAFETY CHECK:...
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DIVERTER VALVE REMOVE BLEED LINE FROM THE TOP OF THE OFF SIDE CYLINDER AND CAP USING MOHAWK PART # 601-420-001. IF THE UNIT CONTINUES TO DRIFT DOWN THE DIVERTER PULL VALVE WILL NEED TO BE CLEANED OR REPLACED. OFF SIDE CYLINDER REMOVE BLEED LINE FROM THE TOP OF THE OFF SIDE CYLINDER AND CAP USING MOHAWK PART # 601-420-001.
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MOHAWK MODEL A-7 TO BE USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC ALL ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT AND WIRING SHALL CONFORM TO ANSI/NFPA 70, NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE. IT SHALL BE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER / EMPLOYER TO PROVIDE NECESSARY LOCKOUTS / TAGOUTS OF ENERGY SOURCES IN ACCORDANCE WITH ANSI Z244.1, BEFORE ATTEMPTING REPAIRS.
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MOHAWK MODEL A-7 10. ALL FUSES TO BE CLASS CC TIME DELAY TYPE. (WHERE APPLICABLE) MODEL: SERIAL NUMBER: DATE OF INSTALLATION: SERVICE CHART DATE PART REPLACED / SERVICED SERVICE SERVICED BY COMPANY MAINTENANCE CHART DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED SERVICE SERVICED BY...
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MOHAWK MODEL A-7 MOHAWK PRE-EXISTING SLAB REQUIREMENTS & NEW SLAB RECOMMEDATIONS MOHAWK RESOURCES LTD. 65 VROOMAN AVE. AMSTERDAM, NY 12010 TOLL FREE : 1-800-833-2006 LOCAL : 1-518-842-1431 FAX : 1-518-842-1289 INTERNET: www.MOHAWKLIFTS.com E-MAIN: Service@MOHAWKLIFTS.com...
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MOHAWK MODEL A-7 New Slab Recommendations: The information contained in this appendage supercedes any other information given in the accompanied manual. This information is presented for design recommendations for a new concrete slab in the event that the pre-existing floor does not meet minimum requirements of the applicable lift type.
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MOHAWK MODEL A-7 New Slab Recommendations File: New-slab.xls NEW SLABS MUST BE 12" THICK MINIMUM !! (See Notes Below) Rev Date: 5/16/2012 S1 & S2 Lift Model Slab Width, Slab Length, Reinforcement Reinforcement Wej-it Wej-it (Inches) (Inches) Size, (Inch) Spacing, (Inch)
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MOHAWK MODEL A-7 SEND US YOUR PHOTOS! MOHAWK IS ALWAYS INTERESTED IS SEEING HOW YOUR LIFTS ARE USED. WE HAVE CREATED AN ON-LINE PHOTO DATABASE FOR CUSTOMERS TO VIEW OUR LIFTS IN USE. VISIT WWW.MOHAWKLIFTS.COM/PR/ AND MAYBE WE CAN ADD YOUR PHOTOS TO OUR COLLECTION.
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