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Owner’s Manual WARNING: Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety precautions may result in serious personal injury. Items #74365, #74280, #74281 READ & SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS...
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Thank you very much for choosing an Ironton™ linear actuator! For future reference, please complete the owner’s record below: Serial Number/Lot Date Code: ________________________________ Purchase Date: ____________________________________________ Save the receipt, warranty, and this manual. It is important that you read the entire manual to become familiar with this linear actuator before you begin using it.
Table of Contents Intended Use ............................4 Packaging Contents ..........................4 Technical Specifications ........................4 Important Safety Information ....................... 4 Specific Operation Warnings ....................... 6 Main Parts of Actuator .......................... 6 Assembly Instructions .......................... 7 Operating Instructions .......................... 8 Maintenance ............................8 Parts Diagram ............................
Intended Use The Ironton Linear Actuator is ideal for raising and lowering lawn and garden equipment, tractors, ATV attachments, tailgates, truck covers, and more. The actuator pushes and pulls with equal force for consistently smooth and effective operation. An integrated travel limit switch prevents over extension.
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• Industrial or commercial applications must follow OSHA requirements. ⚠WARNING WORK AREA SAFETY • Inspect the work area before each use. Keep work area clean, dry, free of clutter, and well-lit. Cluttered, wet, or dark work areas can result in injury. Using the linear actuator in confined work areas may put you dangerously close to cutting tools and rotating parts.
position before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally. • Store the actuator when it is not in use. Store it in a dry, secure place out of the reach of children. Inspect the tool for good working condition prior to storage and before re-use.
Part# Description Quantity Motor shell Screw 4*16 Round tube Tear drop type tube Plastic cover Fixed mount Bottom cap of motor Screw with washer M5 Coach bolt M4*7 Assembly Instructions 1. Ensure that the extension tube is in the "lowest position". The term "lowest position" refers to the position in which there is no further movement toward the DC motor while the actuator is powered on (refer to illustration below).
8. If the linear actuator fails to meet any of these conditions, repeat steps 2 to 4. 9. The entire installation is complete only if steps 1 to 6 are executed successfully. Operating Instructions Confirm that set-up matches the following image: Maintenance Maintain the linear actuator by adopting a program of conscientious repair and maintenance in accordance with the following recommended procedures.
Parts Diagram Parts List Part# Description Quantity Motor shell Screw 4*16 Round tube Tear drop type tube Plastic cover Fixed Mount Bottom cap of motor Screw with washer M5 Coach bolt M4*7 Replacement Parts • For replacement parts and technical questions, please call Customer Service at 1-800-222-5381. •...
Northern Tool and Equipment Company, Inc. ("We'' or ''Us'') warrants to the original purchaser only (''You'' or ''Your'') that the Ironton linear actuator purchased will be free from material defects in both materials and workmanship, normal wear and tear excepted, for a period of 90 days from date of purchase.
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Distributed by: Northern Tool & Equipment Company, Inc. Burnsville, Minnesota 55306 www.northerntool.com Made in Taiwan Page 11 of 11...
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