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MLM PARTS & SERVICE MANUAL
Part No. M00973C
Printed in the USA

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  • Page 1 MLM PARTS & SERVICE MANUAL Part No. M00973C Printed in the USA...
  • Page 2 It is strongly recommended that only trained and authorized personnel perform maintenance on this material lift. This manual is intended to be used in conjunction with the MLM Mini Pro Series Operator’s Manual. Failure to read, understand, and obey all safety rules in both manuals, and all safety decals/placards attached to the material lift, may result in serious injury or death.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    MLM Mini Pro Series Part Number M00973C Parts & Service Manual CONTENTS 1 - SAFETY 5 - PARTS (continued) Personal & Maintenance Safety Mast Assembly (I) - First Mast Assembly Mast Assembly (II) - Center Mast Assembly 2011 – 2012 Models...
  • Page 4: Safety

    Parts & Service Manual SAFETY Failure to follow all safety rules in this manual, in addition to the MLM Mini Pro Series Operator’s Manual, and all safety decals/placards attached to the material lift may result in serious injury or death.
  • Page 5: Personal & Maintenance Safety

    ❑ Read, understand, and obey the safety ❑ Wear personal protective equipment rules described in the MLM Mini Pro (PPE), including protective eyewear, Operator’s Manual. gloves, and steel-toed shoes. ❑ Choose a work area that is clean, well-lit, and properly ventilated.
  • Page 6: Inspections

    Perform each of the following inspections daily or • Perform all daily, quarterly and/or annual before each use of the material lift: inspections according ❑ Verify that the MLM Mini Pro Series manufacturer’s recommendations. Operator’s Manual is in the storage • Perform quarterly and/or annual container attached to the material lift.
  • Page 7: Visual Inspection

    MLM Mini Pro Series Part Number M00973C Parts & Service Manual VISUAL INSPECTION FUNCTION TEST (2-Speed Winch Models) Perform the following inspections daily or before Perform the following test daily or before each use each use: to verify that the equipment is not malfunctioning: ❑...
  • Page 8: Quarterly Inspections

    Parts & Service Manual Part Number M00973C MLM Mini Pro Series QUARTERLY INSPECTIONS Perform the following inspections quarterly or after every 100 hours of operation. Perform these inspections in addition to all daily inspections: NOTE: It is important to perform all the inspections listed to ensure the material lift can be used correctly and safely.
  • Page 9: Cleaning The Masts

    CLEANING THE MASTS Replace the brake lining plate if it is less than 1/16 inch (1.5 mm) thick. LiftSmart requires that this procedure be performed ❑ Inspect the reamed bushings on the shaft for every 200 hours or quarterly, whichever comes excessive wear.
  • Page 10: Annual Inspections

    4. Re-assemble the Mast (refer to related corrosion. information in Section 4 of this manual). Inspect the Hold Down Bar Unsafe work areas occur when damage to the MLM Mini Pro Series is not discovered. ❑ Visually inspect the Fork Carriage and Hold Down Bar. ❑...
  • Page 11: Inspecting The Mast Assembly

    MLM Mini Pro Series Part Number M00973C Parts & Service Manual INSPECTING THE MAST ASSEMBLY Perform the following steps to inspect the mast assembly for wear: ❑ Engage hold-down bar and then tilt the material lift back and lower it onto a support so that the masts are parallel to the ground and the Fork Carriage is facing up.
  • Page 12: Inspecting The Ce Mast Brake System

    RESULT: The mast should stop within 5 not elevate. inches (12.7 cm) and the mast brake should be engaged. * Please check our website (liftsmart.NET) for upcoming videos that will demonstrate this testing procedure. Copyright © 2022 LiftSmart...
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  • Page 14: Troubleshooting

    When troubleshooting the material lift: ❑ Follow all the safety rules provided in previous sections of this manual and in the MLM Mini Pro Series Operator’s Manual and all safety decals/placards attached to the material lift. ❑ Use the table on the following page to determine the cause of the malfunction and the solution to correct the issue(s).
  • Page 15 MLM Mini Pro Series Part Number M00973C Parts & Service Manual COMPLAINT Possible CAUSE CORRECTION Mast does not sequence properly. The material lift is at or above Remove excess weight from the maximum capacity. load. A pulley-mount is broken. Inspect and replace all broken pulley mounts.
  • Page 16: Repair

    While performing repairs: ❑ Follow all the safety rules provided in previous sections of this manual and in the MLM Mini Pro Series Operator’s Manual, and all safety decals/placards attached to the material lift. ❑ Follow all instructions provided in this section.
  • Page 17: Removing The Base

    MLM Mini Pro Series Part Number M00973C Parts & Service Manual REMOVING THE BASE ❑ Follow this procedure to remove the base from the Remove the ball detent pin (M00088) and material lift and refer to the related parts diagrams guide each leg to its storage position.
  • Page 18 Parts & Service Manual Part Number M00973C MLM Mini Pro Series procedure above in the reverse sequence with the added steps below: Prior to tightening the cap screws to the Base Weldment and Struts ensure the right and left side of the Base Weldment is square (set to 90- degrees) with the First Mast (use a square).
  • Page 19: Disassembling The Mast

    MLM Mini Pro Series Part Number M00973C Parts & Service Manual DISASSEMBLING THE MAST ❑ If desired, for easier access, the Leg Follow this procedure to disassemble the mast Assemblies can be folded into their stowed (refer to prior section if base is also to be removed): position by a.) removing the Ball Detent Pin...
  • Page 20: Assembling The Mast

    Parts & Service Manual Part Number M00973C MLM Mini Pro Series ASSEMBLING THE MAST Follow this procedure to assemble a mast that has securely tightened and that Blue Loctite® has been disassembled: been applied to the bolt threads. ❑ If the Base Weldment has not been removed the...
  • Page 21 MLM Mini Pro Series Part Number M00973C Parts & Service Manual ❑ downward. Replace or re-install the Struts Slide each mast forward and attach the mast (M00024 & M00025) following the procedure in Down Stop. this manual. NOTE: Before sliding each mast forward, pull ❑...
  • Page 22: Replacing A Pulley

    Parts & Service Manual Part Number M00973C MLM Mini Pro Series REPLACING A PULLEY Follow this procedure to replace a pulley without Note: The fasteners (screws and washers) used to having to fully disassemble the mast. mount the pulleys vary by mast and/or position.
  • Page 23: Replacing A Pulley Mount

    MLM Mini Pro Series Part Number M00973C Parts & Service Manual ❑ REPLACING A PULLEY MOUNT Replace the pulley mount and any additional component that needs to be replaced. Follow this procedure to replace a pulley mount or ❑ Thread the cap screw of the pulley into the new any component on it without having to fully pulley mount (apply red Loctite®...
  • Page 24: Replacing The Cable

    Parts & Service Manual Part Number M00973C MLM Mini Pro Series ❑ REPLACING THE CABLE Remove the retaining pin (M00088) from each leg. Caution: The Leg Assemblies may abruptly fold down once retaining pins are Follow this procedure to replace the cable without removed and inadvertently strike technicians disassembling the mast.
  • Page 25 Front Mast until it reaches the top of the mast. ❑ Feed the cable into the pulley at the top of the Please visit our web site at www.liftsmart.NET for next adjacent mast until it reaches the pulley at available videos...
  • Page 26: Replacing The Transport Wheel Option

    ▪ Leave the push tube at the 90-degree Follow this procedure to add or replace the position. transport wheel option on an MLM Material Lift. ▪ Tilt the material lift back onto a support as Disassembling the Transport Wheel Option: described in prior sections.
  • Page 27: Parts

    ❑ ALWAYS use replacement parts provided or authorized by the manufacturer. NOTE: Slight variations may exist in the design of the MLM Mini Pro Series, contingent upon its date of manufacture. Whenever possible, these variations are noted in the diagrams, and footnotes under the part number tables, on the following pages. Contact LiftSmart, or an authorized LiftSmart dealer, for more information.
  • Page 28: Decals - Ansi

    M00920 Made in the U.S.A. Quantity Part Number Description MLM-12 MLM-16 MLM-20 M00930 LiftSmart Material Lift Mini Pro Series Decal (Cosmetic) M00931 MLM-12 (Cosmetic) M00932 MLM-16 (Cosmetic) M00933 MLM-20 (Cosmetic) M00929 NOTICE - Load Capacity, MLM M00966 Serial Plate, Material Lifts M00991 Cosmetic URL Decal, www.liftsmart.NET (black letters)
  • Page 29 MLM Mini Pro Series Part Number M00973C Parts & Service Manual Refer to page 58 for multiple quantities and locations of M00910. M00906 M00910 M00918 M00929 M00900 Copyright © 2022 LiftSmart...
  • Page 30: Decals - Ce

    Verify that all decals are legible and correctly attached to the material lift before operating the equipment. Quantity Part Number Description MLM-12 MLM-16 MLM-20 M00930 LiftSmart Material Lift Mini Pro Series Decal M00931 MLM-12 (Cosmetic) M00932 MLM-16 (Cosmetic) M00933 MLM-20 (Cosmetic) Operator’s Manual Storage Container, Symbolic M00900CE M00912CE...
  • Page 31 MLM Mini Pro Series Part Number M00973C Parts & Service Manual M00902CE Refer to page 58 for multiple quantities and locations of M00910. M00900CE Diagram depicts basic CE configuration, but there are several variations depending on country and if machine is equipped with an optional Cable Guard.
  • Page 32: Standard Base And Stabilizers

    Parts & Service Manual Part Number M00973C MLM Mini Pro Series STANDARD BASE AND STABILIZERS Copyright © 2022 LiftSmart...
  • Page 33 M00739’s are used instead, if there are washer shims placed between the mast and the base plate to obtain the specified mast tilt-back required for the various MLM models produced (see page 16 for more information on tilt-back).
  • Page 34: Leg Assembly

    Parts & Service Manual Part Number M00973C MLM Mini Pro Series LEG ASSEMBLY (2 LEGS PER MATERIAL LIFT) CE models equipped with symbolic decals (see part number and description table for more details) Note: Items 13 and 14 are applied to the outside facing side of each leg so the decals are visible from the outside of the machine.
  • Page 35 MLM Mini Pro Series Part Number M00973C Parts & Service Manual LEG ASSEMBLY Quantity Per Machine Item Part Number Number Description MLM-12 MLM-16 MLM-20 M00283- Leg Assembly w/Decals - Short ¹ ASSY M00026- Leg Assembly w/Decals - Medium ¹ ASSY M00279- Leg Assembly w/Decals - Long ¹...
  • Page 36: Transport Wheel Assembly

    Parts & Service Manual Part Number M00973C MLM Mini Pro Series TRANSPORT WHEEL ASSEMBLY Copyright © 2022 LiftSmart...
  • Page 37 MLM Mini Pro Series Part Number M00973C Parts & Service Manual TRANSPORT WHEEL ASSEMBLY Item Part Number Number Description Quantity per Assembly M00090 Transport Wheel Assembly M00091 Transport Wheel Mounting Bracket - Right M00092 Transport Wheel Mounting Bracket - Left M00095- Transport Wheel Assembly - 10”...
  • Page 38: Mast Assembly (I) - First Mast Assembly

    Part Number M00973C MLM Mini Pro Series MAST ASSEMBLY (I) - FIRST MAST ASSEMBLY Note: For older models, LiftSmart recommends upgrading the first mast pulley-mount assembly to the components depicted above for maximum performance and durability. Copyright © 2022 LiftSmart...
  • Page 39 MLM Mini Pro Series Part Number M00973C Parts & Service Manual MAST ASSEMBLY (I) - FIRST MAST ASSEMBLY HISTORICAL CHANGES Models manufactured from 2011 to Q3 2012. Copyright © 2022 LiftSmart...
  • Page 40 Aluminum Bushing - .75 OD x .5 ID x 4.45 Wheel - 2.5” OD x 0.75” ID M00031 M00712 HHCS - M12 x 210 M00290 MLM Steering Handle Assembly (includes sub-components below) M00291 MLM Handle Weldment M00110 Rubber Grips M00711...
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  • Page 42: Mast Assembly (Ii) - Center Mast Assembly

    Parts & Service Manual Part Number M00973C MLM Mini Pro Series MAST ASSEMBLY (II) - CENTER MAST ASSEMBLY 2011 - 2012 MODELS Copyright © 2022 LiftSmart...
  • Page 43 ² Prior to 2019 there were two different MLM Mast B part numbers. M00338 was used for telescopic masts without a mast braking system and M00236 was used for telescopic masts that were equipped with the first generation of the mast braking system.
  • Page 44: 2013 - Current Models

    Parts & Service Manual Part Number M00973C MLM Mini Pro Series MAST ASSEMBLY (II) - CENTER MAST ASSEMBLY 2013 - CURRENT MODELS Copyright © 2022 LiftSmart...
  • Page 45 ² Prior to 2019 there were two different MLM Mast B part numbers. M00338 was used for telescopic masts without a mast braking system and M00236 was used for telescopic masts that were equipped with the first generation of the mast braking system.
  • Page 46: 2011 - 2012 Models

    Parts & Service Manual Part Number M00973C MLM Mini Pro Series MAST ASSEMBLY (III) - FRONT MAST AND FORK CARRIAGE 2011 - 2012 MODELS Note: Item 24 is a different length bolt compared to all other pulley-mount bolts. Also, item 25 is only used on this pulley mount and only this pulley has item 19 on each side of the pulley bearing.
  • Page 47 MAST ASSEMBLY (III) - FRONT MAST AND FORK CARRIAGE 2011 - 2012 MODELS Item Part Number Number Description Quantity ¹ M00338 MLM Mast B Standard and Mast Brake Models M00060 Pulley w/Bearing M00054 Pulley Mount - 1/2-13 M00048 Pulley Guard M00707 Washer - M12 - Narrow M00716 HHCS - M12 x 30 ²...
  • Page 48: 2013 - Current Models

    Parts & Service Manual Part Number M00973C MLM Mini Pro Series MAST ASSEMBLY (III) - FRONT MAST AND FORK CARRIAGE 2013 - CURRENT MODELS Note: Item 24 is a different length bolt compared to all other pulley-mount bolts. Also, item 25 is only used on this pulley mount and only this pulley has item 19 on each side of the pulley bearing.
  • Page 49 ² Prior to 2019 there were two different MLM Mast B and Fork Carriage part numbers. M00338 and M00040 were used for telescopic masts without a mast braking system and M00236 and M00240 were used for telescopic masts equipped with the first generation of the mast braking system.
  • Page 50: Back Of The Mast Assembly

    Parts & Service Manual Part Number M00973C MLM Mini Pro Series BACK OF THE MAST ASSEMBLY Copyright © 2022 LiftSmart...
  • Page 51 FHCS - M8 x 20 M00703 Hex Nut - M8 M00121-ASSY Hold Down Bar with Decal M00126 Hold Down End Hook, Short, MLM-12 M00133 Hold Down End Hook, Medium, MLM-16 M00132 Hold Down End Hook, Long, MLM-20 M00122 Hold Down End...
  • Page 52 Parts & Service Manual Part Number M00973C MLM Mini Pro Series 2-SPEED WINCH ASSEMBLY Copyright © 2022 LiftSmart...
  • Page 53 MLM Mini Pro Series Part Number M00973C Parts & Service Manual Item Part Number Number Description Quantity Per Winch Assembly M00113- 2-Speed Winch Assy w/Decals (NO HANDLES) ASSY M00800 Reel/Drum M00801 Reel Cover M00802 Reel Spacer M00803 Gear Cover Thread Forming Screw - 1/2”...
  • Page 54: Smart-Latch™ Option

    Parts & Service Manual Part Number M00973C MLM Mini Pro Series SMART-LATCH™ OPTION Copyright © 2022 LiftSmart...
  • Page 55 MLM Mini Pro Series Part Number M00973C Parts & Service Manual SMART-LATCH™ OPTION Quantity Per Machine Item Part Number Number Description MLM-12 MLM-16 MLM-20 Smart-Latch™ Assembly - 3 Stage Mast M00181 Smart-Latch™ Assembly - 4 Stage Mast M00174 Smart-Latch™ Assembly - 5 Stage Mast...
  • Page 56 Parts & Service Manual Part Number M00973C MLM Mini Pro Series CE MAST BRAKING OPTION (CURRENT MODELS) Copyright © 2022 LiftSmart...
  • Page 57 MLM Mini Pro Series Part Number M00973C Parts & Service Manual CE MAST BRAKING OPTION (CURRENT MODELS) Item Part Number Number Description Quantity Per Assembly M35101-L Mast Brake Assembly, LS (includes all components below) M00498 Plunger Assembly M00769 Washer, Flat, AN960 C7/16 7/16-inch, Thick 18-8...
  • Page 58 Parts & Service Manual Part Number M00973C MLM Mini Pro Series CE MAST BRAKING OPTION (FIRST GENERATION) Copyright © 2022 LiftSmart...
  • Page 59 MLM Mini Pro Series Part Number M00973C Parts & Service Manual CE MAST BRAKING OPTION (FIRST GENERATION) Quantity Item Part Number Number Description MLM-12 MLM-16 MLM-20 M00054 Pulley-Mount Mast B M00229 Mast Brake Clevis Washer - 0.4” ID x 1.0 OD x 0.05” - Nylon...
  • Page 60: Standard Fork Assembly

    Parts & Service Manual Part Number M00973C MLM Mini Pro Series STANDARD FORK ASSEMBLY ADJUSTABLE FORK ASSEMBLIES STANDARD FORK ASSEMBLY ADJUSTABLE FORK ASSEMBLY Copyright © 2022 LiftSmart...
  • Page 61 MLM Mini Pro Series Part Number M00973C Parts & Service Manual STANDARD FORK ASSEMBLY Item Part Number Number Description Quantity per Assembly M00080- Standard Fork Assembly w/Decals (Excludes Fork Pin below) ASSY M00901 Decal, Warning Standard Fork Set-Up & Safety...
  • Page 62: Boom Assembly

    Parts & Service Manual Part Number M00973C MLM Mini Pro Series BOOM ASSEMBLY / LOAD PLATFORM ACCESSORY BOOM ASSEMBLY Note: Decals depicted in this section are for North American and English-language speaking countries. Please refer to earlier section covering decals used for international versions of the assembly above and accessory below.
  • Page 63 MLM Mini Pro Series Part Number M00973C Parts & Service Manual BOOM ASSEMBLY Item Part Number Number Description Quantity per Assembly M00158 Boom Assembly Option w/Decals (Excludes Fork Pin) M00164- Boom Weldment w/Decals ASSY M00200 Clevis Weldment Pin - Detent - 0.5” x 2.5”, no lanyard...
  • Page 64: Pipe Cradle Accessory

    Parts & Service Manual Part Number M00973C MLM Mini Pro Series PIPE CRADLE ACCESSORY / FORK EXTENSION ACCESSORY / MANUAL STORAGE PIPE CRADLE ACCESSORY FORK EXTENSIONS ACCESSORY MANUAL STORAGE TUBE ASSEMBLY Copyright © 2022 LiftSmart...
  • Page 65 MLM Mini Pro Series Part Number M00973C Parts & Service Manual PIPE CRADLE ACCESSORY Item Part Number Number Description Quantity Per Set M00270 Pipe Cradle Accessory (includes all components below) M00271- Pipe Cradle Forming w/Decals ASSY M00730 Wing Nut - M12...
  • Page 66: Retractable Lifting Point Option

    Parts & Service Manual Part Number M00973C MLM Mini Pro Series OTHER OPTIONS/ACCESSORIES Refer to decal section for decals and location Item Part Number Number Description M00334 MLM Cable Guard M00488 Retractable Lifting Point Option Copyright © 2022 LiftSmart...
  • Page 67: Appendix A: Machine Specifications

    MLM Mini Pro Series Part Number M00973C Parts & Service Manual APPENDIX SPECIFICATIONS Copyright © 2022 LiftSmart...
  • Page 68 Parts & Service Manual Part Number M00973C MLM Mini Pro Series SPECIFICATIONS LiftSmart is dedicated to the continuous improvement of this and all LiftSmart products. Specifications are subject to change without notice. MLM-12 MLM-16 MLM-20 Lift Height Standard forks - up...
  • Page 69 MLM Mini Pro Series Part Number M00973C Parts & Service Manual APPENDIX TORQUE REQUIREMENTS Copyright © 2022 LiftSmart...
  • Page 70 Parts & Service Manual Part Number M00973C MLM Mini Pro Series Dry Torque - SAE Grade 5 Bolts Dry Torque - SAE Grade 8 Bolts Bolt Size Threads in*lb ft*lb in*lb ft*lb 5/16 7/16 9/16 1221 Recommended Recommended Recommended Bolt Size...
  • Page 71: Appendix C: Inspection Checklist

    MLM Mini Pro Series Part Number M00973C Parts & Service Manual APPENDIX INSPECTION CHECKLIST Copyright © 2022 LiftSmart...
  • Page 72 Parts & Service Manual Part Number M00973C MLM Mini Pro Series Scheduled Maintenance and Inspection Checklist Use the checklist on the following page to create a record of all scheduled inspections and/or maintenance that is performed on the material lift.
  • Page 73 MLM Mini Pro Series Part Number M00973C Parts & Service Manual Scheduled Maintenance and Inspection Checklist Daily Inspections Model Operator’s Manual Serial Number Visual Inspection Inspection Location Function Test Inspector Name (Print) Quarterly Inspections Inspector Title Inspect the Welds Inspector Signature...
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  • Page 75 NOTES:...
  • Page 76 John 3:16 Part No. M00973C Printed in the USA...

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