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AUTOMATIC HYDRAULIC SCISSOR LIFT MFC-100 Original instruction manual Authorised distributor: CASTEX Anna Bednarz ul. Ludwikowo 2C, 85-502 Bydgoszcz www.castex.pl REV D 07.08.2024...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE CONTENTS OF THIS MANUAL PRIOR TOINSTALLATION AND OPERATION. BY PROCEEDING WITH LIFT INSTALLATION AND OPERATION YOU AGREE THAT YOU FULLY UNDERSTAND AND COMPREHEND THE FULL CONTENTS OF THIS MANUAL. FORWARD THIS MANUAL TO ALL OPERATORS. FAILURE TO OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT AS DIRECTED MAY CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH BE SAFE Your new lift was designed and built with safety in mind.
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Content Chapter 1 Packing, transport and storage ..................4 1.1Package ..........................4 1.2 Transport ..........................4 1.3 Storage ..........................5 1.4 Opening ..........................5 Chapter 2 Description of the machine ....................6 2.1 Introduction ........................6 2.2 Intend use..........................6 2.3 Nameplate ...............
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Chapter 1 Packing, transport and storage ALL PACKING, LIFTING, HANDLING, TRANSPORT AND UNPACKING ORERATIONS ARE TO BE PERFORMED EXCLUSIVELY BY EXPERT PERSONNEL WITH KNOWLEDGE OF THE LIFT AND THE CONTENTS OF THIS MANUL. 1.1Package The dimension of package, please see below, and the package weight is 870kg. 1.2 Transport Packing can be lifted or moved by lift trucks, cranes or bridge cranes.
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1.3 Storage -The machine equipment should be stocked in the warehouse, if stocked outside should do the disposal well of waterproof. -Use box truck in the process of transport, use container storage when shipping. -The control box should be placed perpendicularly during the transport; and prevent other goods from extrusion.
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Chapter 2 Description of the machine 2.1 Introduction Scissor-type Lifter adopts the scissor-type mechanical structure; utilize the hydraulic pressure to produce the lifting power. There has the dual-hydraulic system, so it has no safety catch, but it is safety enough to use. It possesses many advantages, such as simple structure, advanced technology, easy operation, and safety.
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2.5 Technical parameter Model type MFC-100 Capacity 3500kg Max. lifting height 1800mm Platform initial height 110mm Platform length 1500mm Platform width 630mm ≤50s Lifting time ≤60s Descent time Whole machine length 2085mm Whole machine width 2000mm Weight 850kg Power supply 230V,50Hz,1Ph/400V,50Hz,3Ph.
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Chapter 3 Safety caution Read this chapter carefully and completely because it contains important information for the safety of the operator and the person in charge of maintenance. The lift has been designed and built for lifting vehicles and making them stand above level in a closed area any other use is forbidden.
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This heading illustrates potential risks for the operator, maintenance fitter, or any other person present in the area around the lift, result from incorrect use of the lift. Risk of crushing Possible if the operator controlling the lift is not I the specified position at the control panel.
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relation to the specified use of the machine in order to manufacture a reliable and safe lift. Note however, that the lift must be used in conformity with manufacturer’s prescriptions, and the frequency of inspections and maintenance works recommended. Risk related to improper use Persons are not permitted to stand or sit on the platforms during the lift man oeuvre or when the vehicle is already lifted.
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Chapter 4 Installation Only skilled technicians, appointed by the manufacturer, or by authorized dealers, must be allowed to carry out installation. Serious damage to people and to the lift can be caused if installations are made by unskilled personnel. Always refer to the exploded views attached during installation 4.1 Tools required ⚫...
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4.4 Platform Installation -Place two platforms on the position of the location. -The bottom of oil cylinder is located in the frontage of machine (the direction of getting on the vehicle) -Use fork car or other lifting equipments to lift the platform (see below picture) and make sure that the safety equipment of machine is both turned on and locked To avoid failure of machine safety equipment, can insert a wood in the middle part of joint-pole.
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4.5 Hydraulic system connection ⚫ Connect hydraulic hoses referring to below picture ⚫ Tighten fittings thoroughly. REV D 07.08.2024...
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4.6 Electrical system connection Circuit wiring must be done by a professional electrician Make sure power supply voltage is the same as the lift requirement Ensure the phase connection is correct the wrong wiring will burn out the motor which is not in the scope of warranty.
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Chapter 5 Adjustment 5.1 Start ⚫ Make sure all pins and bolts to insure proper mounting ⚫ Make sure the electrical system feeding voltage is equal to that specified in the nameplate on the motor ⚫ Make sure the electric connections are in compliant with the electrical diagram. ⚫...
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Chapter 6 Operation instruction Lift operation by authorized personnel over 18 years only. Apply the parking brake after positioning the vehicle on the lift. Do not allow anyone to stay in lift area during raising and lowering cycles. Closely watch the vehicle and the lift during raising and lowering cycles.
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Controls for operating the lift are: POWER SWITCH The switch can be set in two positions: ⚫ 0 position: the lift electric circuit is not powered; the switch can be padlocked to prevent the use of the lift. ⚫ 1 position: lift electric circuit is powered POWER LAMP ➢...
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6.4 Manual emergency lowering (optional) In case of no electric power or power unit failure, lower the loaded vehicle manually to its initial position as follows: Only skilled personnel must be allowed to carry out this operation. An improper operation could cause damages to the safety device. •...
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Chapter 7 Maintenance Turn off and lock the main switch before servicing the lift. The maintenance intervals indicated below apply to average workshop use. The lift should be inspected more frequently for severe use applications. Only trained personnel who knows how the lift works must be allowed to service the lift.
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7.2 Periodic maintenance Check oil tank level; refill with oil, if needed; Check the circuit for oil leakage. Hydraulic circuit Check seals for proper conditions and replace them, if necessary; Foundation bolts Check bolts for proper tightening Every 3 months Verify that no noise changes take place in the pump Hydraulic pump when running and check fixing bolts for proper...
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Chapter 8 Trouble shooting A list of possible troubles and solutions is given below: Failure Phenomena Cause and Phenomena Resolutions Connection of power supply Check and correct wire connection wires is not correct. If the motor operates when forcing the The motor does not contactor down with an isolation rod, check The AC contactor in the circuit...
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Remove the “antiknock valve” from the oil The “antiknock valve” is supply hole at the bottom of the oil blocked. cylinder, and clean the “antiknock valve”. The hydraulic oil has too high viscosity or frozen, deteriorated Replace with hydraulic oil in accordance (in Winter).
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Chapter 9 Disposal of used oil Used oil, which is removed from the power unit and the plant during an oil change, must be treated as a polluting product, in accordance with the legal prescriptions of the country in which the lift is installed.
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Appendix 1 Electrical diagram REV D 07.08.2024...
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