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Harmar Mobility AL6000 Series Installation & Service Manual

Harmar Mobility AL6000 Series Installation & Service Manual

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AL6000 SERIES
UNIVERSAL
HYBRID LIFT
AL6000HD
AL6000
INSTALLATION
& SERVICE
MANUAL
11NOV22 | 630-00151-C

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  • Page 1 AL6000 SERIES UNIVERSAL HYBRID LIFT AL6000HD AL6000 INSTALLATION & SERVICE MANUAL 11NOV22 | 630-00151-C...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    AL6000 / AL6000HD TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY ....................4 Safety Definition ..........4 INTRODUCTION .................. 5 Device Name: AL6000 / AL6000HD Hybrid Vehicle Lifts ..........5 Read and Understand .......... 5 Technical Specifications ........5 PREPARATION ..................6 Required Tools ............

  • Page 4: Safety

    AL6000 / AL6000HD: SECTION 2 SAFETY SECTION 1 SAFETY SAFETY DEFINITIONS This safety alert symbol appears with safety statements. It means attention, become alert, your safety and the safety of others are involved! Please read and abide by the message that follows the safety alert symbol.

  • Page 5: Introduction

    AL6000 / AL6000HD: SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION SECTION 2 INTRODUCTION DEVICE NAME: AL6000 / AL6000HD HYBRID VEHICLE LIFTS Indications of Use: The intended use of the AL6000 / AL6000HD is to lift, secure and transport an unoccupied mobility device for patients or mobility- impaired persons.

  • Page 6: Preparation

    AL6000 / AL6000HD: SECTION 3 PREPARATION SECTION 3 PREPARATION UNPACKING THE LIFT Installations may vary to some degree, but below are the basic tools to have on hand for a Vertical Platform Lift installation. 1. Check the box contents. Review each part against the packaging list to ensure that all If you have any questions, concerns or comments, parts have been included.

  • Page 7: Packing List

    AL6000 / AL6000HD: SECTION 3 PREPARATION PACKING LIST WIRING HARNESS Installing the wiring harness first will ensure power to the lift during installation. This allows access to platform assembly outside the vehicle and at waist level. If the wiring harness is not installed first, a 12V shop battery can be used to power the lift.

  • Page 8: Installation

    AL6000 / AL6000HD: SECTION 4 INSTALLATION SECTION 4 INSTALLATION INSTALLING THE WIRING 3. Run the vehicle harness under and, when possible, through the vehicle back to the rear HARNESS cargo area / trunk, gaining entry into the vehicle through the firewall. See Figure 4-2. The vehicle wiring harness is located in the hardware For installation running the harness under pack.
  • Page 9 AL6000 / AL6000HD: SECTION 4 INSTALLATION 6. Attach connector to wire harness. Flip open the end connector's hinge retainer and insert the pins as shown. See Figure 4-5. Figure 4-3 NOTICE Troubleshooting with a test light or voltage meter may give a false indication. When you probe for 12-volts, the reading may indicate a connection, even if the connection is not necessarily sufficient.

  • Page 10: Installation Overview

    AL6000 / AL6000HD: SECTION 4 INSTALLATION INSTALLATION OVERVIEW REAR MOUNT INSTALLATION The installation of the lift requires a rear mounting 1. If applicable, remove the 3rd row seating, or leg and front support. fold the 3rd row into the stowed position. The rear mount is a structural connection which 2.
  • Page 11 AL6000 / AL6000HD: SECTION 4 INSTALLATION Figure 4-12 WARNING Avoid gas tank, fuel, brake, and electrical lines. 5. Mounting bolts will need to be positioned for lift base brackets. Position the mounting brackets 13-1/8" apart measuring from the Figure 4-10 inside of the mounting brackets or 17-1/8"...
  • Page 12 AL6000 / AL6000HD: SECTION 4 INSTALLATION If using a platform extension plate for a 7. With the help of an assistant, place the lift scooter, the lift will need to be offset. Slide onto the bolts through the L-shaped mounting the two bolts approx.
  • Page 13 AL6000 / AL6000HD: SECTION 4 INSTALLATION Figure 4-18 NOTE: All four L-shaped mounting brackets are adjustable. Loosen (do not remove) 4x screws and slide to the desired position. See Figure 4-19. Figure 4-19 Screws are held in place by weld nuts in the channel. Should the screws fall out, simply push the weld nuts back into alignment with the L-shaped mounting bracket, install the lock washers and screws, and tighten (8 ft-lb).

  • Page 14: Front Mount: Flat Floor Installation

    AL6000 / AL6000HD: SECTION 4 INSTALLATION FRONT MOUNT: FLAT FLOOR 1. A. No threshold: Rest on floor without foot pads. See Figure 4-21. INSTALLATION Figure 4-21 B. Short threshold: Add foot pads using provided hardware. See Figure 4-22. Figure 4-22 C.

  • Page 15: Installation (Ba25)

    AL6000 / AL6000HD: SECTION 4 INSTALLATION FRONT MOUNT: Measure the height of the well up to the top of door threshold. See Figure 4-26. ROW FOLDING SEAT INSTALLATION (BA25) NOTICE If the BA25 kit is provided with the lift, read and understand the following instructions prior to installation.
  • Page 16 AL6000 / AL6000HD: SECTION 4 INSTALLATION Position assembled parts around third row seat(s) then fold into well. See Figure 4-29. Figure 4-29 Verify that the top of the top leg assembly are visible over the threshold. Space the top leg assemblies about 19 1/4"...
  • Page 17 AL6000 / AL6000HD: SECTION 4 INSTALLATION CAUTION The BA25 foot and top leg assembly should have been adjusted for the platform to overcome the threshold/bumper. See Figure 4-33. Figure 4-33 10. Mount lift to BA25 foot plate. Insert two each 1/2"...
  • Page 18 AL6000 / AL6000HD: SECTION 4 INSTALLATION 11. Height adjustment for vehicles with a high L-SHAPED threshold, use either the 2" or 3" long 1/2-13 MOUNTING BRACKET button head screws provided with the lift. See Figure 4-35. Figure 4-36 13. Add 1/2" lock washers and thread 2x 1/2-13 nuts onto each bolt below the L-shaped mounting bracket.

  • Page 19: Platform Installation And Lift Function

    AL6000 / AL6000HD: SECTION 4 INSTALLATION PLATFORM INSTALLATION The platform will come with the tilt adjusted to be parallel to the ground. If the angle of the AND LIFT FUNCTION platform needs to be adjusted, the platform can be tilted by adjusting the set screws and Plug the hand control into the control box on nuts on the back flange of the platform.
  • Page 20 AL6000 / AL6000HD: SECTION 4 INSTALLATION If the platform has been adjusted, be sure to keep the rollers in contact with the platform rails throughout travel with the platform both empty and loaded. See Figure 4-44. Figure 4-46 Figure 4-44 Test the function and full range of motion of the lift with the platform unloaded.

  • Page 21: Mobility Device Preparation

    AL6000 / AL6000HD: SECTION 4 INSTALLATION MOBILITY DEVICE PREPARATION The strap hooks included with the lift can be attached to the mobility device by means of an Anchor Plate (for mobility devices with a center seat post) or U-Bolts (for mobility devices without a Figure 4-49 center post.) Make sure the anchor plate extends out...
  • Page 22 AL6000 / AL6000HD: SECTION 4 INSTALLATION U-BOLT INSTALLATION For mobility devices without a center seat post, the seat is normally attached to a tubular frame. Install the U-bolts, two on each side, to the frame. See Figure 4-52. ALA 580 U-BOLT HARDWARE KIT SEAT POST...

  • Page 23: Adjustments

    AL6000 / AL6000HD: SECTION 5 ADJUSTMENTS SECTION 5 ADJUSTMENTS HOLD-DOWN ARM Measure the height of the hold-down arm from the platform. See Figure 5-3. ADJUSTMENT The hold-down arm is designed to secure a mobility device by applying pressure to the seat cushion. See Figure 5-1.

  • Page 24: Vertical Adjustment

    AL6000 / AL6000HD: SECTION 5 ADJUSTMENTS VERTICAL ADJUSTMENT If a lower hold-down arm position is required, remove the lower shaft collar, pull the T-handle to release the hold-down arm, and Loosen the 12x screws on the sides and back lift out. See Figure 5-6. of the hold-down arm bracket with a 5/32"...
  • Page 25 AL6000 / AL6000HD: SECTION 5 ADJUSTMENTS Magnet Figure 5-8 NOTE: Should one of the tee nuts escape the screw, use a small implement to slide the tee nut back into alignment. Figure 5-10 See Figure 5-9 NOTE: If a magnet is not available, temporarily remove one of the lift's magnets located either near the in and out motor, or at the bottom and back of where the platform attaches.

  • Page 26: Horizontal Adjustment

    AL6000 / AL6000HD: SECTION 5 ADJUSTMENTS HORIZONTAL ADJUSTMENT Backing Plate The hold-down arm is to be positioned near the center of the seat or above the seat post of the mobility device. See Figure 5-1. SEAT POSITION IS NEAR THE CENTER OF THE PLATFORM OR TOWARDS THE DRIVER'S SIDE 5/32"...
  • Page 27 AL6000 / AL6000HD: SECTION 5 ADJUSTMENTS 5/32" Figure 5-15 Shaft Collar 3/16" Figure 5-13 Flip the hold-down arm, insert it from the bottom, and fasten the shaft collar on top (10 ft-lbs). See Figure 5-14. Shaft Collar Figure 5-14 Remove the 4x screws and rotate the hold- down arm assembly 180°.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    AL6000 / AL6000HD: SECTION 6 TROUBLESHOOTING SECTION 6 TROUBLESHOOTING The following procedures are reserved for the approved installer/dealer. They should not be attempted by anyone without proper knowledge of automotive electrical circuitry. CAUTION Be careful when troubleshooting with a test light or voltage meter.
  • Page 29 AL6000 / AL6000HD: SECTION 6 TROUBLESHOOTING APPLY KNOWN GOOD POWER PROBLEM DIRECT TO MOTOR B A T T E Lift does not operate or lift operates slowly or S H O P MOTOR REPLACE intermittently. MOTOR CAUSE APPLY KNOWN GOOD Bad electrical connection(s)/Circuit breaker.

  • Page 30: Manual Override

    AL6000 / AL6000HD: SECTION 6 TROUBLESHOOTING Disconnect power from the lift. See Figure 6-2. PROBLEM Lift rattles while driving CAUSE Platform is not docked. SOLUTION Be sure to press the "IN" button until the platform Figure 6-2 is fully engaged in its locking mechanism. Use a 1/4"...
  • Page 31 AL6000 / AL6000HD: SECTION 6 TROUBLESHOOTING Lifting Motor (Up - Down) CCW: Down CW: Up DOWN Figure 6-4 CAUTION Before retracting the lift into the vehicle, be sure that the lift is fully compressed in the UP position. Not doing so may result in damage to the vehicle and/or lift.

  • Page 32: Maintenance & Inspection

    AL6000 / AL6000HD: SECTION 7 MAINTENANCE SECTION 7 MAINTENANCE & INSPECTION Annual inspections are highly recommended to help RECOMMENDED ANNUALLY prevent unsafe conditions and operation. • Replace batteries (if equipped) DEALER MAINTENANCE PREFERRED CLEANING SCHEDULE AND LUBRICATION RECOMMENDED EVERY 6-MONTHS MAINTENANCE •...
  • Page 33 AL6000 / AL6000HD: SECTION 7 MAINTENANCE Remove the platform for easier access to remove the old grease and dirt. Clean the rails thoroughly with denatured alcohol and allow Passenger Side to dry. Inner Rail Run the lift "OUT" and "DOWN" to full extension and remove the platform for easier access if possible.
  • Page 34 AL6000 / AL6000HD: SECTION 7 MAINTENANCE Continue to apply grease to the passenger side middle rails. See Figures 7-7 and 7-8. Figure 7-5 Figure 7-7 Driver Side Inner Rail Passenger Side Middle Rail Apply thicker layer of grease towards the top Apply thicker layer of grease towards the top...
  • Page 35 AL6000 / AL6000HD: SECTION 7 MAINTENANCE Continue to apply grease to the driver side Apply grease to the tower sections. middle rails. See Figures 7-9 and 7-10. See Figures 7-11 and 7-12. Figure 7-9 Figure 7-11 Driver Side Tower Middle Rail Outer Rail Apply thicker layer of grease towards...
  • Page 36 AL6000 / AL6000HD: SECTION 7 MAINTENANCE Base Apply thicker layer Outer Rail of grease towards this area Figure 7-13 Figure 7-14 CAUTION Do NOT apply grease to the base middle or inner rails. Base Outer Rail ONLY apply grease to these areas. Figure 7-15 AL6000 / AL6000HD HYBRID VEHICLE LIFT: Installation Manual...
  • Page 37 AL6000 / AL6000HD: SECTION 7 MAINTENANCE Run the lift "UP" and "IN" through a few cycles to help spread the grease throughout the rails. See Figure 7-16. Figure 7-16 For best results, run the lift "OUT" and "DOWN" again, and add a small amount of additional grease to the rail where a thicker layer was instructed.
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