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DH-L* 1500-3000 kg
INSTALLATION MANUAL
Manufacturer:
DHOLLANDIA N.V.
Zoomstraat 9
9160 LOKEREN (Belgium)
Tel : +32 (0)9 349 06 92
Fax : +32 (0)9 349 09 77
e-mail : info@dhollandia.be
website : www.dhollandia.com
Read the operation manual in its entirety before operating the tail lift
Read this installation manual in its entirety before installing the tail lift
Order ref : xxx Doc: FIT_EUR installation manual LM.30_EUR EN_2020
Rev: 2 Date: FEB 17 2025
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- Page 1 9160 LOKEREN (Belgium) Tel : +32 (0)9 349 06 92 Fax : +32 (0)9 349 09 77 e-mail : info@dhollandia.be website : www.dhollandia.com Read the operation manual in its entirety before operating the tail lift Read this installation manual in its entirety before installing the tail lift Order ref : xxx Doc: FIT_EUR installation manual LM.30_EUR EN_2020...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
MOUNTING OF THE PLATFORM ............................. 37 OTHER MECHANICAL WORKS ............................... 41 10.1 End stops for the work position of the platform ......................... 41 10.2 Platform stow position ................................42 10.3 Adjustment of the hydraulic stabilising legs ........................45 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION ..............................47 DHOLLANDIA... - Page 3 Connections to the main external control box type 1 ......................67 16.6 Connections to the main external control box type 3 ......................71 16.7 Safe operator position on the platform ..........................73 16.8 End note .................................... 74 16.9 Basic wiring diagrams ............................... 74 DHOLLANDIA...
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Page 4: Understanding Safety And Warning Signs
Many safety signs and symbols used in this manual are based on international standards, others refer to specific situations or • actions. Consult appendix 16.1 on page 59 for an overview of signs and symbols used in DHOLLANDIA manuals, and their meaning. • Make sure you understand these signs and symbols prior to starting the installation. -
Page 5: Introduction, Contact Info And Disclaimers
NOTICE • Please confirm you have reviewed the most up-to-date version of this manual prior to operation of the associated DHOLLANDIA tail lift. See below for instructions to download the latest version of the manual. -
Page 6: Safety Precautions For Operation
• Safety instructions are a matter of progressive insight. The basics are listed in this manual, but contact the national DHOLLANDIA distributor for a copy of the latest set of instructions [see contact info on page 4], or download the latest edition from the DHOLLANDIA website: www.dhollandia.com →... - Page 7 • associated DHOLLANDIA tail lift. In case of doubt, ALWAYS contact the national DHOLLANDIA distributor for further advice, prior to continuing. • ALWAYS wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment. This includes but may not be limited to: safety glasses with side •...
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Page 8: Tail Lift Terminology
Make sure the main battery power is disconnected while installing the tail lift. Connect the battery power to the tail lift only when • the installation is completed, or as required in the installation instructions. DHOLLANDIA tail lifts are designed as a bolt-on system, and don’t require any welding. See appendix 16.2 on page 61 • for prescribed torque values. -
Page 9: Installation Parameters Terminology
Horizontal dimension from rear of platform to rear of bumper bar lbup Lift BUmper to Ground Vertical clearance of bumper bar to ground lbug Platform Depth Overall platform depth Platform Depth Under Floor pduf Section of the platform that protrudes below the vehicle floor in closed position DHOLLANDIA... - Page 10 Available mounting space for rear truck lights on outside of the tilt cylinders Body Floor Thickness Thickness of the rear cross member of the vehicle floor Lift Floor Thickness Max. thickness of the rear cross member of the vehicle floor, in the manoeuvre zone for the lift arms and tilt cylinders DHOLLANDIA...
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Page 11: Getting Started
Make sure planned modifications to the vehicle chassis and body will not adversely affect the strength and integrity of the • vehicle. If the instructions of vehicle manufacturer conflict with the installation instructions issued by DHOLLANDIA (e.g. on fuse ratings, • etc.), contact your national DHOLLANDIA distributor for further advice. See contact info on page 4. -
Page 12: Installation Dimensions And Guidelines
• The INSTALLATION DRAWING sent upon the order confirmation, will provide you with the critical installation dimensions that should be observed. • If no installation drawing is available, use the DHOLLANDIA POCKET GUIDE (paper or App) to learn the maximum and minimum installation parameters per type of tail lift. - Page 13 • Compare the maximum installation parameters indicated in these sources with the actual vehicle dimensions. If the actual dimensions go outside of the maximum installation parameters, DON’T continue and contact your national DHOLLANDIA distributor for further advice. • The applicable mounting height...
- Page 14 → If platform is mounted directly against the rear frame, dimension is lower. → If platform is mounted with sealing rubbers or other spacer, dimension is higher. DHOLLANDIA...
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Page 15: Important Guidelines
EXAMPLE • For trailers and semi-trailers with I-shaped chassis beams, a special quick-fit model DH-LMR.30 is available. The DH-LMR.30 is clamped to the bottom flange of the chassis, and offers various adjustment possibilities. See 8.5 on page 29. EXAMPLE DHOLLANDIA... -
Page 16: Rear Doors With Container Locks
• Additional guidelines are available for cases where the rear doors sit behind the rear frame of the body and rear cross member of the vehicle floor, or where the locks sit on the outside face of the rear doors. • These guidelines can be obtained from your national DHOLLANDIA distributor, or can be downloaded from the DHOLLANDIA website: www.dhollandia.com →... -
Page 17: Methods To Mount Liftframe
• For half width platforms, position the fitting jigs in function of the arm width lac, and the foreseen position of the half platform in the rear body aperture. • Fasten the fitting jigs to the rear cross member of the vehicle floor by means of bolts, clamps or spot welding. DHOLLANDIA... -
Page 18: Method With Vertical Platform
If the tail lift is mounted with a seal kit between the closed platform and • vehicle body, the position of the platform must be adjusted to suit the thickness of the sealing rubbers. See 7.3 on page 18. DHOLLANDIA... -
Page 19: Impact Of The Seal Kit
• If an INSTALLATION DRAWING is available, the required spacer Q for original DHOLLANDIA seal kits is mentioned on it. • If no drawing is available, the following guidelines can be used. Top & side profile... -
Page 20: Method With Horizontal Platform
Make sure the platform is parallel and level with the vehicle floor. • The gap between the rear cross member of the vehicle floor and the inboard platform edge will need to be covered by a bridge • plate or other techniques. See also 6.2.2 on page 15. DHOLLANDIA... -
Page 21: Mounting Of The Lift Frame
OAM010: the mounting brackets are bolted to the lift frame. If so desired, the mounting brackets can be mounted on the chassis first, and the lift frame can be attached to the brackets later. DHOLLANDIA... -
Page 22: Positioning Of The Lift Frame With Oam010
Raise the lift frame to the correct mounting height mfc. • • hands) and the lift arms. • While raising the lift frame, push centrally. Never force the • Pivot the lift frame to ensure that top surface of the lift frame DHOLLANDIA... - Page 23 • Make sure the lift frame is positioned in accordance with the INSTALLATION DRAWING or indications in the POCKET GUIDE (paper or App), before drilling or welding the mounting plates to the chassis. • It is not allowed to reduce the width of the mounting plates without prior authorization from DHOLLANDIA. DHOLLANDIA...
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Page 24: Fixation Of The Mounting Plates Oam010
Straighten the mounting plates, and make sure they stand perpendicular to the lift frame. • • The mounting plates should be bolted to the lift frame according to the instructions included in the bolt kit supplied with the tail lift (see below). DHOLLANDIA... - Page 25 DHOLLANDIA...
- Page 26 Fasten the mounting bolts with the required torque. See appendix 16.2 on page 61 (see values for “shear”). • Disregard could lead to a fall of the tail lift and its load, and may put the operator and bystanders at risk of serious personal • injury or death. DHOLLANDIA...
- Page 27 Fasten the bolts and nuts with the required torque (see values for “shear”). • Maximize the spread of the mounting bolts over the full surface of the plates overlapping the chassis and subframe. DH-LM.15 / DH-LM.20 @ 1500 – 2000 kg DH-LM.30 @ 1500 – 3000 kg DHOLLANDIA...
- Page 28 • Or, if possible, use the chassis subframe to comply with X<40. Example for DH-LM.15 / LM.20 with standard min. 5 bolts per side: Solution with 2 additional bolts in the chassis: Solution with 2 bolts positioned in the subframe: DHOLLANDIA...
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Page 29: Additional Remarks For Heavy-Duty Lifts And Very Long Platforms
It is essential that bolts and nuts used to mount the lift frame to the chassis, are fastened with the required torque (see values • for “shear”). If you use mounting bolts not supplied by DHOLLANDIA, obtain confirmation of the required torque from your supplier and make • sure they guarantee at least an equivalent strength. -
Page 30: Mounting On (Semi-) Trailers With I-Beam Chassis
(M16 bolt + conical spacer + M16 locking nut), 3 clamps + bolts [# 2] inside the chassis beam and 3 clamps + bolts [# 2] outside the chassis beam. • Follow the instructions below. Fasten the vertical bolts with the required torque values for “pull” in appendix 16.2 on page 61. DHOLLANDIA... -
Page 31: Installation Of The Dh-Lmr* With Bolt-On Mounting Plates (Option Oam010)
• The position of the lift frame itself can be adjusted in 2 axis: 1. Lateral adjustment to various chassis widths = axis X 2. Longitudinal adjustment along the chassis beams = axis Z DHOLLANDIA... - Page 32 M16 bolt assemblies (M16 bolt + conical spacer + M16 locking nut), 3 clamps + bolts [# 2] inside the chassis beam and 3 clamps + bolts [# 2] outside the chassis beam. • Follow the instructions below. Fasten the vertical bolts with the required torque values for “pull” in appendix 16.2 on page 61. DHOLLANDIA...
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Page 33: Remarks For Dh-Lmr* Installations
• Fasten the mounting bolts with the required torque. • Disregard could lead to a fall of the tail lift and its load, and may put the operator and bystanders at risk of serious personal • injury or death. DHOLLANDIA... -
Page 34: General Remarks For All Dh-Lm Installations
WARNING NOTICE In case of doubt how to install the tail lift correctly, DO NOT go any further, but ask your local DHOLLANDIA distributor for • professional advice. -
Page 35: Mounting The Towing Hitch
• maximum safety in traffic. Bumper bars and towing hitches must be installed according to DHOLLANDIA’s instructions, and all bolts fastened with the • required torque [see values for “shear” in appendix 16.2 on page 61]. It is not allowed to modify these constructions without prior written approval from DHOLLANDIA. - Page 36 DHOLLANDIA...
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Page 37: Installation Of The Towing Hitch Construction
• If the bumper bar is supplied as a separate kit or if adjustments are required, observe the installation instructions and towing hitch certificate sent upon order confirmation, or contact your national DHOLLANDIA distributor for a copy of the dedicated mounting instructions. See contact info on page 4. -
Page 38: Mounting Of The Platform
INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR manual. • In case of doubt, contact the national DHOLLANDIA distributor for further assistance. Grease the bearings of the lift arms [# 1 – 3 below] and the adjustable extension of the tilt cylinders [# 2] before mounting the •... - Page 39 3. Push / pull the piston rod by hand. Open valve Close valve Operate LIFT and pressurize the lift cylinders gently. Stop as soon as you hear the hydraulic system turn in overpressure. • If applicable, remove the fitting jigs. • Remove the wheeled mounting jack. • DHOLLANDIA...
- Page 40 [see procedure above]. Mount the pins of the tilt cylinders. The rollers are mounted and the bolts are fastened after the adjustment of the stroke of the • tilt cylinders. (see 10.2 on page 42). DH-LM.15 – DHLM.20: • DHOLLANDIA...
- Page 41 To OPEN the platform, most tilt cylinders are powered in by powerful internal springs (*). The piston rods will react quickly and • suddenly when releasing the hydraulic pressure. (*) Exception: in case of option OAH026, the tilt cylinders are powered in by means of hydraulic pressure (power open). DHOLLANDIA...
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Page 42: Other Mechanical Works
The end stops [# 2] must result in an adequate pressure of the platform on the sealing rubbers (if applicable). Adjust if required. • Fasten all bolted connections with the required torque. See appendix 16.2 on page 61. • DHOLLANDIA... -
Page 43: Platform Stow Position
10.2 PLATFORM STOW POSITION • If applicable, mount the aluminium profiles and sealing rubbers (option OAT001 - …OAT005) to the rear frame of the body. See also 7.3 on page 18. Installation DHOLLANDIA... - Page 44 Use the function CLOSE to slide out the tilt cylinders [# 1] • marker groove on the threaded end [# 2]. If this is not to the maximum stroke S. possible, contact your national DHOLLANDIA distributor for longer extensions [# 4]. DHOLLANDIA...
- Page 45 • If the platform is equipped with a platform lock, bolt or weld the fixed eye of the lock at the side of the vehicle body. If the tail lift must comply with EN12642 on the Securing of Cargo, contact your national DHOLLANDIA distributor •...
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Page 46: Adjustment Of The Hydraulic Stabilising Legs
NOTICE • DHOLLANDIA strongly recommends the use of hydraulic stabilising legs to load and unload heavy machinery. • The use of stabilising legs is mandated by various vehicle manufacturers. Consult the instructions of the vehicle manufacturer. - Page 47 • Follow the bolt instructions below to mount the stabilising legs to the lift frame. Preferably use 4 bolts per stabilising legs, a minimum of 3 is required. If this is not possible, contact your national DHOLLANDIA distributor for further help (probably stabilising legs with a longer stroke).
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Page 48: Electrical Installation
• Read and follow the instructions FIT-ELEC-GENERAL-… (latest update). If not supplied with the tail lift, these can be downloaded from the “DOWNLOAD” section on our website: www.dhollandia.com → Country & language selection → Downloads → Mounting instructions → General → … select required manual •... -
Page 49: Installation Of The (+) Battery Cable And (-) Earth Cable
• Make sure this conduit is suitable for automotive purposes, and its class is adapted to possible sources of heat nearby. In case of doubt, contact your national DHOLLANDIA distributor. See page 4 for contact info. • Fasten all connections at both ends of the cables thoroughly. Loose connections can lead to bad contacts and overheating, followed by premature failing of the electrical circuit. - Page 50 Earth connection point at rear of control box DHOLLANDIA...
- Page 51 • When mounting electrical cables, ALWAYS make sure they make a downward curb as they exit the control box or power pack; so that water can drop off in a natural way. This is an easy way to prevent water ingress through the grommets or cable glands. DHOLLANDIA...
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Page 52: Installation Of Extra Controls
• Read and follow the instructions FIT-ELEC-OPTION-… (latest update). If not supplied with the tail lift, these can be downloaded from the “DOWNLOAD” section on our website: www.dhollandia.com → Country & language selection → Downloads → Mounting instructions → General → … select required manual... -
Page 53: Putting The Tail Lift Into Service
In case of jerking movements or odd sounds, discontinue, investigate the issue at hand, and correct prior to continuing. Bleed the air from the hydraulic circuits. Preferably, raise the rear end of vehicle off the ground, or raise its air suspension to the • DHOLLANDIA... -
Page 54: Lubrication Instructions
• Refer to appendix 16.4 from page 64 onwards for relevant grease plan of the tail lift, or download any from the website: www.dhollandia.com → Country & language selection → Downloads → Maintenance & Repair → Grease plans → … select required plan Use the grease gun to inject grease, until a grease collar is formed on both •... -
Page 55: Quality Control And Pdi Test
• Refer to the CE IDENTIFICATION AND INSPECTION LOGBOOK. • Work through the CHECKLIST FOR THE PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION (PDI) TEST. • Complete the practical tests indicated therein. • Fill-out the FITTING DECLARATION. DHOLLANDIA... - Page 56 • If in doubt how to adjust the pressure relief valve, refer to procedure I-SERV-G-003 of the MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR MANUAL, or contact your national DHOLLANDIA distributor for help. See contact info on page 4. Apply the safety decals to the tail lift and vehicle body before delivery to the customer, see 15 on page 56.
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Page 57: Decals
Affix the safety decals to the tail lift and vehicle body in accordance with the instructions below. • Note: the decals marked as “EXAMPLE” can vary in function of the maximum rated capacity of the tail lift, or the chosen type of • external control box. ❶ ❷ DHOLLANDIA... - Page 58 ❸ ❹ xxxx ❺ ❻ ❼ ❽ ❾ DHOLLANDIA...
- Page 59 ❶ • Tail lift decals used and affixed in areas, other than the rear of the vehicle. Cabin switch in driver’s cabin to switch electrical power to tail lift on / off (if so equipped) DHOLLANDIA...
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Page 60: Appendix
16.1 MEANING OF THE SAFETY AND WANRING SIGNS WARNING signs MANDATORY ACTION signs Overview and keep visual control over the Contact your regional DHOLLANDIA distributor. working area of the tail lift at all times. General warning sign used to alert the user to Consult the DHOLLANDIA website. - Page 61 / or Switch between external and internal controls. cabin switch. This is an operation to be executed manually (as opposed to an electrical function controlled by means of one of the control units). DHOLLANDIA...
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Page 62: Prescribed Torque Values For Bolts And Nuts
A fall of the tail lift off the chassis can damage the tail lift and / or vehicle chassis and can cause serious bodily injury or death • to the operator and any bystanders. Therefore, it is essential that the mounting plates are installed following the instructions of this manual. • DHOLLANDIA... -
Page 63: Electric And Hydraulic Requirements
• The applicable wiring diagrams are stored at the inside of the main external control box. • A copy of the wiring diagrams can also be obtained from the national DHOLLANDIA distributor [see contact info on page 4]; or downloaded from the DHOLLANDIA website: www.dhollandia.com →... - Page 64 It is important to follow these guide-lines with due care. A lot of oils or fluids used in automotive industry, such as transmission fluids and ATF oils, are not suitable for tail lift use. DHOLLANDIA has not tested the potential consequences of oils and fluids with deviating specifications and cannot be held responsible or legally liable for any damage to the tail lift caused by the replenishment with non- compatible oils or fluids;...
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Page 65: Grease Plans
This annex includes grease plans for the most frequent tail lifts DH-LM* 1500 - 3000 kg. • • A copy of the grease plans can also be obtained from the national DHOLLANDIA distributor [see contact info on page 4]; or downloaded from the DHOLLANDIA website: www.dhollandia.com →... - Page 66 DHOLLANDIA...
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Page 68: Connections To The Main External Control Box Type 1
Reserve the wider for the ticker channels.. supplied with the tail lift. battery & earth cables. Use the narrower for control units, cables of safety valves Route the cable in such a way that it etc. cannot be damaged or pinched. DHOLLANDIA... - Page 69 Prepare to place the top element [1] back Slide the top element [1] back in the cut-out foreseen in the back plate of the power on top of the bottom element [2]. pack, and press it hard against the back plate. DHOLLANDIA...
- Page 70 Finish off the multi-cable entry seal as battery cable to the incoming terminal of of the main battery disconnect switch by explained above for the case without the main battery disconnect switch. means of a hexagonal key nr. 13. main battery disconnect switch. DHOLLANDIA...
- Page 71 Insufficient torqueing of the connection bolts can cause overheating and short circuits. Improper sealing can cause water ingress, • and premature corrosion of the connections. DHOLLANDIA disclaims liability for any personal injury or property damage that results from improper or negligent installation. • DHOLLANDIA...
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Page 72: Connections To The Main External Control Box Type 3
PVC base of the control box to ensure proper sealing. Once this basis is solidly wrapped and sealed, move the gun further away from the basis, and swing it around the incoming terminal (3) to obtain complete and even shrinking of the wrap on all sides. DHOLLANDIA... - Page 73 Insufficient torqueing of the connection bolts can cause overheating and short circuits. Improper sealing can cause water ingress, • and premature corrosion of the connections. DHOLLANDIA disclaims liability for any personal injury or property damage that results from improper or negligent installation. • DHOLLANDIA...
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Page 74: Safe Operator Position On The Platform
• maintain 3 points of contact while travelling on the platform, in accordance with the operation manual. The handgrip is normally foreseen by the body builder as part of the design of the body. A DHOLLANDIA alternative can be •... -
Page 75: End Note
16.8 END NOTE DHOLLANDIA would like to thank you for using our products and leave you with this final notice and warning. • Additional information about this tail lift and many other DHOLLANDIA products is available at the following link: •...
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