Operation Instructions - IDEAL LT-PT2500AH-X Assembly & Operation Manual

Powertrain lift table
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5. Operation Instructions

WARNING!!: Never exceed rated load capacity of lift table.
CAUTION: To avoid personal injury and/or property damage, permit only trained personnel to
operate lift table.
Positioning, Lifting & Lowering
A. Remove & Lower a Heavy Component:
1. Follow the vehicle manufacturer's recommended service procedure for removal of the
component.
2. Position the lift table under the vehicle's component to be serviced. Then connect the
compressed air hose to 'quick disconnect' air inlet fitting on side of control box.
3. Raise the lift table's PT Platform to be near vehicle component. Apply locks to casters wheels.
4. Align the PT Platform to the bottom of the component, adjusting the PT Platform length using
the 2ea Knob Screws & Handle. Adjust PT Platform's tilt angle, using the 3ea Jack Screws.
5. Carefully raise the lift table again to make contact with the component to support its weight.
6. Secure component to PT Platform using the included ratchet strap & eye bolts. NOTE: Eye bolts
can be mounted to either the top or sides of the PT Platform.
7. Remove any remaining bolts from the vehicle component, now being supported by the lift table.
8. Lower the lift table, ensuring the vehicle component is properly supported & balanced.
9. Release caster wheel locks and carefully remove lift table from under vehicle.
B. Install & Raise a Heavy Component:
1. Follow the vehicle manufacturer recommended service procedure for installation of the
component.
2. Secure the component on the lift table PT Platform first.
3. Position the lift table under a raised and fully supported vehicle chassis, typically using a two
post or four post automotive lift.
4. Raise the lift table PT Platform so the component is close to the desired install position. If
necessary, use Jack Screws to 'finely' adjust the height & angle of the PT Platform to configure
the component to the correct install position.
5. Follow the recommended service procedure for installing the component to vehicle.
C. Lift Table / Feature Tips: (LT-PT2500AH-X)
A. Adjustable PT Platform 'Length' - the small section of the PT Platform is extendable,
secured with two knob screws, allowing flexibility to better configure & support component
loads.
PT 'Powertrain'
Platform
Knob Screws
(Secures Platform Length)
10
LT-PT2500AH-X
FEB 2024
PT Handle
(Extend or Retract PT Platform)

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