Chapter 2. Set-Up / Installation - IDEAL MSC-13K-B Manual

2. SET-UP / INSTALLATION
Remark: Only move the lifting column with the forklift. Only raise the lifting column at
the correct points. Damage to lifting column and /or injury to persons may
occur if the lifting column is not moved in the correct manner.
2.1 UNPACKING AND HANDLING THE LIFTING COLUMN
STEP 1. Handling of Lifting Columns
1. Remove the cover from the crate or, when using a stand, remove the straps.
2. Carefully insert forklift forks into the forklift pockets. The pockets are bolted to the
column before leaving factory. (Figure 3).
Fig. 3 Forklift Pocket on Column
3. Lift the column then move it to the working position.
STEP 2. Fill the Tank
1. Take off the forklift pockets from the mobile column lift (better).
2. Remove the cover from the hydraulic unit. Remove the plug from the fill opening
and fill the tank with hydraulic oil: AW32, 46 or other good grade Non-detergent
hydraulic oil SAE-10, filleted at 4 micron max, about 15L (3.3 Gal) .(Fig. 3-1)
3. Install the breather cap on the fill opening.
4. Install the cover back on the hydraulic unit.
5. Check for oil leakage.
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Fig. 3-1