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Instruction and Operating Manual ALPHA 3.5 ALPHA 4.5 TWO POST LIFT HYDRAULIC BASE CONNECTION Production date from 07/2018...
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PRINTING CHARACTERS AND SYMBOLS Throughout this manual, the following symbols and printing characters are used to facilitate reading: Indicates the operations which need proper care Indicates prohibition Indicates a possibility of danger for the operators Indicates the direction of access for motor vehicles to the lift GRASSETTO Important information WARNING: before operating the lift and carrying out any adjustment, read carefully chapter 4...
INDEX GENERAL INFORMATION ...................................5 1 – TECHNICAL DATA.....................................7 1.1 LIFT DESCRIPTION ..................................8 1.2 LAYOUT ......................................9 1.3 LOAD DISTRIBUTION...................................10 1.4 PICTOGRAMS....................................11 1.4 PICTOGRAMS APPLICATION DIAGRAM.............................12 1.5 HAZARDOUS AREAS ...................................13 2 - FOREWORD......................................14 2.1 EC CERTIFICATION ..................................14 2.2 TESTING .......................................14 3 - GENERAL SAFETY AND ACCIDENT-PREVENTION RULES ......................15 3.1 SET-UP AND CLOTHING................................
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THIS USER'S MANUAL IS WRITTEN IN THE MANUFACTURER'S LANGUAGE, AND IN OTHER COMMUNITY LANGUAGES. IN CASE OF COMPLAINT, FOR LEGAL PURPOSES, THE VERSION IN ITALIAN LANGUAGE ONLY WILL APPLY. THE MANUFACTURER DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR DIRECT AND/OR INDIRECT DAMAGES CAUSED BY POOR TRANSLATION OR WRONG TEXT INTERPRETATION.
GENERAL INFORMATION His chapter contains warning instructions to properly operate the lift and prevent injury to operators or property. This manual has been written to be used by workshop technicians in charge of the lift (OPERATOR) and routine maintenance technician (MAINTENANCE OPERATOR). The operating instructions are considered to be an integral part of the machine and must remain with it for its whole useful life.
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WARNINGS Unauthorized changes and/or modifications to the machine relieve the manufacturer from any liability for possible damage to objects or people. Do not remove or make inoperative the safety devices, this would cause a violation of law and regulations on safety at work. Any other use which differs from that provided for by the manufacturer of the machine is strictly forbidden.
1 – TECHNICAL DATA BASIC MODEL Max. capacity 3.500 / 4.500 Lifting time when loaded Lowering time when loaded Minimum height Lifting height 1945 Distance between the columns 2780 Lift max. height 2824 Volt-Hz- 230/400 – 50 -14,2 / 8,2 Three-phase electric motor 230/400 - 60 - 14,2 / 8,2 Three-phase motor power...
1.1 LIFT DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION OF THE LIFT 1. P1 Column 11. Up push-button 2. P2 Column 12. Down push-button 3. P1 Carriage 13. Safety device push-button 4. P2 Carriage 14. Hydraulic power unit 5. 3 Stage long lifting arm 15. Control panel 6.
2 - FOREWORD This manual includes the instructions relating to the installation, use and maintenance of the lift system called "Vehicle Lift". The vehicle lifts described in this manual are designed and constructed solely to lift vehicles for repair, maintenance and inspection purposes. Lift operation, economy and duration depend on the compliance with the instructions given in this manual.
3 - GENERAL SAFETY AND ACCIDENT-PREVENTION RULES FOR A SAFE USE OF THE VEHICLE LIFT DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL THE FOLLOWING IS ALLOWED: Using lift only to lift vehicles for inspection, maintenance and/or repair operations. Using lift only to lift vehicles respecting capacity limits and loads distribution indicated in this manual. Only authorized personnel, in good health conditions, responsible and duly trained on the allowed uses and risks originated by lift use may operate the lift.
• It is forbidden to use parts or accessories not supplied by the manufacturer. 3.1 SET-UP AND CLOTHING Set up a space suitable for the machine, and the working environment, by carefully evaluating the following aspects: • The position shall be safe, free from any hinder, and protected against atmospheric agents. From the control position, the operator shall be able to see the whole system and the working area, and to immediately detect the presence of unauthorized persons and objects that could originate any danger.
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WARNING Electrical system interventions, even minor ones, require the intervention of professionally qualified personnel (see specific legislation on the subject).
3.5 HAZARDOUS AREAS Before using the lift, make sure that no unauthorized persons nor animals are present within the hazardous area delimited by the yellow stripe. Persons or animals shall by no means stop or pass within the hazardous area delimited by the yellow stripe, when using lift even for small movements, and whenever the Emergency Switch/OFF is not depressed.
4 – TRANSPORT AND INSTALLATION Since the lift is packed in a special wooden crate, it can only be handled using a pallet truck or fork-lift truck, fitting the forks into the slots as shown in figure 2. Packing dimensions 660 mm 730 mm 2920 mm...
Concrete class 250 R’bk. Reinforcement Fe B 44 K. The lift must be fixed to this surface using heavy-duty anchor fixtures as described in the “Anchor Bolt Installation Procedure” section of the manual. The said surface must be capable of supporting at least 25 Kg/cm2 and have a strength rating of at least 250 R’bk. The layer of concrete must be sufficient to ensure effective installation of the anchor bolts, and have a good structure to a depth of at least 200 mm.
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5. 5.Fit the M16 Fischer FBN II 16x50 or equivalent anchor bolts in the holes and then tighten with a torque wrench set at 100 Nm: first place the thick washer provided with the fixing kit between the anchor bolt washer and the pillar base plate.
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WARNING The manufacturer declines liability for any damages resulting from failure to follow the above instructions, which may invalidate the warranty.
4.4 CONNECTING TO THE ELECTRICITY MAINS The lift must be connected to the mains electricity supply by the customer. To connect to the electricity supply, use a 3 core + earth cable with cross section of 2.5 mm2 for the 400V version. The cable must be completed with a main plug of the type in use in the country where the lift is installed.
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The manufacturer declines liability for any damages resulting from failure to follow the above instructions, which may invalidate the warranty.
Before supplying power to the lift, make the following checks: Check that the power supply voltage and frequency correspond to the values stated on the rating plate. Check the condition of the conductors and ensure that the earth conductor is present. ...
4.6 ELECTRICAL HOOK UP BETWEEN THE TWO PILLARS To make the connection between the two pillars, proceed as follows: Place the right-hand pillar in its definitive position and fix it to the floor; Place the left-hand pillar in its definitive position and fix it to the floor; ...
4.7 HYDRAULIC CONNECTION The lift is partially assembled in the hydraulic part. To complete the hydraulic connection: Position and connect from the hydraulic power unit to the top of column P1, the flex tube [1] as shown in figure 5; ...
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The lift to work requires ISO VG32 viscosity hydraulic oil not supplied. (Optional). Unscrew the oil filler cap and insert 9 liters of hydraulic oil into the tank.
4.8 CONNECTION CABLES OF SYNC To connect the synchronism cables between the two columns: a) connect the synchronism cable to the carriage of column P1 on the front connection (figure 19b) with the locking nuts on the bottom and the cable directed upwards; b) reach the top of the column, apply the rope on the pulley and go down towards the pulley positioned on the base;...
WARNING The motor rotation direction must be checked whenever the lift’s power source is changed. 5 – INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE 5.1 START UP WARNING The lift must be put into service by specially trained personnel, in order to assure the correct functioning of the lift itself and all its mechanical and electrical safety systems.
Before lifting a vehicle, always check the load distribution with respect to the vehicle mass, strictly complying with the LOAD DISTRIBUTION table (Fig. 3). Do not lift the vehicle in case the values found are not within the limits given in the LOAD DISTRI-BUTION table. Lifting of the vehicle ...
6. At the end of this maneuver restore the conditions of use (close the valve YA1, remove the clamps from the electromagnets, reassemble the casings of the mechanical safety devices, restore the power supply by acting on the switchboard of the electrical panel WARNING Never leave a manual emergency operation on hold as the lift could slowly misalign.
6 - MAINTENANCE To guarantee the efficiency of the machine and its correct functioning it is essential to follow the following instructions: Once a month lubricate the chain with VANGUARD EP 68 or equivalent oil; Check the efficiency of the ground fixing every 3 months by checking the tightening torque of the plugs: 100 Nm for M16 plugs;...
FIREFIGHTING EQUIPMENT TO BE USED For guidance on the most suitable type of ex-tinguisher, refer to the table below: Inflammable Electrical materials liquids equipment Water Foam Powder YES* Can be used if more suitable equipment is not available, or for small fires. WARNING The information in this table is of a general nature and is intended to provide users with general guidance.
PROCEDURE FOR THE ADJUSTMENT AND TESTING OF THE LIFT RESERVED FOR THE INSTALLER TECHNICIAN (to be carried out scrupulously by the installer at every point) • ADJUSTMENT OF MECHANICAL ALIGNMENT OF TROLLEYS 1. press the up button and check the correct direction of rotation of the motor (the carriages must rise) otherwise change two phases on the terminal board.
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