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OUTSIDE VEHICLE LIFTS INTRODUCTION SECTION 1 SAFETY SAFETY DEFINITIONS REQUIRED PRACTICES This safety alert symbol appears with NOTE: Installation of this lift requires one person, as safety statements. It means attention, long as the one person follows installation instructions, become alert, your safety is involved! has completed training, has obtained certification on Please read and abide by the message installation, is able to instruct the user on the correct...
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OUTSIDE VEHICLE LIFTS SAFETY SECTION 2 INTRODUCTION DEVICE NAME: HARMAR OUTSIDE VEHICLE LIFTS Indications of Use: The intended use of the Outside Vehicle Lift is to lift, secure and transport an unoccupied mobility device for patients or mobility- impaired persons. READ AND UNDERSTAND Read and understand this manual prior to installation or operation.
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OUTSIDE VEHICLE LIFTS PREPARATION SECTION 3 PREPARATION Installations may vary to some degree, but below • Allen Wrench: are the basic tools to have on hand for an Outside • 1/8" Vehicle Lift installation. • 3/16" If you have any questions, concerns or comments, •...
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OUTSIDE VEHICLE LIFTS PREPARATION CHECKING THE BOX CONTENTS DO NOT LIFT Before installing the lift, review each part against FROM the packaging checklist to ensure that all parts have MOTOR been included. If any parts are missing or damaged, COVER immediately contact the dealer who sold the lift.
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71 / 67 lb AL015 1, 2,3 or 5 62 lb AL030 ball, 1, 2,3 or 5 40 lb CHAIR/ USED AL100 2, 3 or 5 83 lb SCOOTER AL100-DE 2, 3, or 5 83 lb AL105 AL160 1, 2, 3 or 5...
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OUTSIDE VEHICLE LIFTS PREPARATION HITCH ADAPTERS The effective range of the hitch adapter varies slightly if the lift is equipped with the standard The hitch adapter plugs into the vehicle’s trailer AL107 hitch post. See Figure 3-4. hitch receiver and acts as the interface between the lift and vehicle.
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OUTSIDE VEHICLE LIFTS PREPARATION HITCH ADAPTER SIZE WARNING CHART Only use Harmar-approved hitch adapters with To find a hitch adapter that will ensure proper lift Harmar lifts. Hitch expanders and extenders are functionality. Reference Figure 3-8 and the chart below. strictly prohibited—using them or any other aftermarket accessory may result in damage to the HV: Distance from the ground to the bottom...
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OUTSIDE VEHICLE LIFTS PREPARATION APPLICATION WITH STANDARD APPLICATION SWING-AWAY Class Part# Description HEAVY DUTY: 2" DROP INVERTED 6"—10" ≤ 8" ≥ 5" 6"—8" 0"—8" ≥ 5" AL1232HD HEAVY DUTY: 2" DROP 18"—20" ≤ 8" ≥ 5" 16"—18" 0"—8" ≥ 5" *AL1235HD HEAVY DUTY: 5"...
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OUTSIDE VEHICLE LIFTS INSTALLATION SECTION 4 INSTALLATION WIRING THE VEHICLE Improper wiring is the main cause of operation problems with a vehicle lift. Follow the wiring instructions with care. Installing a wiring harness first will ensure there is power to the lift during the installation process and allows the motor to do the lifting for you.
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OUTSIDE VEHICLE LIFTS INSTALLATION Examine the retaining flanges on the pin, as NOTICE they may have become damaged during the process of routing the harness through the If the installation process requires the wiring harness vehicle. These retaining flanges are crucial to to run on the underside of the vehicle, direct the securing the pins inside the connector.
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OUTSIDE VEHICLE LIFTS INSTALLATION Attach the black wire first to the negative BATTERY PACK terminal, if not already attached, and red wire If a customer is not comfortable with connecting the last to the positive terminal on the battery. vehicle power harness directly to the battery of the See Figure 4-7.
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OUTSIDE VEHICLE LIFTS INSTALLATION OPTIMIZING HITCH HEIGHT Attach the hitch post to the lift, but DO NOT You can change the height of the lift by adjusting overtighten it. the hitch adapter’s orientation and location on a standard hitch adapter. Changing the height of Insert the hitch adapter into the receiver on the lift helps you optimize the vehicle’s ground the vehicle’s hitch.
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OUTSIDE VEHICLE LIFTS INSTALLATION SWING-AWAY OR HITCH Position the open box behind the vehicle and connect the vehicle and lift harnesses together. POST INSTALLATION See Figure 4-13. Fasten the hitch adapter to the vehicle hitch. See Figure 4-11. Connect Power to the lift Figure 4-13 Stand the lift up, use the toggle switch to line...
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OUTSIDE VEHICLE LIFTS INSTALLATION AL030 POWER TOTE SWING-AWAY ADJUSTMENT SCREW INSTALLATION WITH BALL If the lift was purchased with a swing-away option, MOUNT HITCH ADAPTER read the following installation instructions. Not needed for AL105L. With the swing-away closed, loosen the nut. Install bumper mount or flat bar.
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OUTSIDE VEHICLE LIFTS INSTALLATION AL300-FULL LIFT SYSTEM Standard equipment shipped with AL030 Power Tote. (AL030 can also be upgraded to Class 2, INSTALLATION Class 3 or Class 5 hitch adapter) The AL300-FULL is designed to be easily installed onto any vehicle equipped with a Class 2, Class 3 or Class 5 hitch.
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OUTSIDE VEHICLE LIFTS INSTALLATION Tighten all hardware to recommended torque. See table on page 6. POWER CHAIR HOLD-DOWN ARM INSTALLATION Place the power chair on the lift. Raise lift to the most upward position. Place the power chair hold-down bar on the seat into the cushion.
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OUTSIDE VEHICLE LIFTS INSTALLATION WHEEL CHOCK INSTALLATION The lift will be supplied with four wheel chocks that, when installed, aid in centering the mobility device during loading. Drive the mobility device onto the platform, positioning it as near to the center as possible. Position the wheel chocks on the platform.
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OUTSIDE VEHICLE LIFTS MOBILITY DEVICE PREPARATION SECTION 5 MOBILITY DEVICE PREPARATION ANCHOR PLATE A lift with securement straps offers two options for attaching strap hooks to the mobility device—the INSTALLATION anchor plate or the U-bolt kit. The lift includes both sets of options.
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OUTSIDE VEHICLE LIFTS MOBILITY DEVICE PREPARATION U-BOLT HARDWARE KIT Ensure that the loop extends to the outside of the mobility device so the user can attach the strap The U-bolts are used with mobility devices that do hooks. not have a center seat post. On this type of mobility Each mobility device is slightly different, so the device, the seat is normally attached to a tubular U-bolt placement will differ among models and...
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OUTSIDE VEHICLE LIFTS LIFT ADJUSTMENTS SECTION 6 LIFT ADJUSTMENTS HOLD-DOWN FOOT HEIGHT Raise the platform until you hear the motor clutch, which indicates the top of travel. The SETTING hold-down foot should be above the scooter’s deck. See Figure 6-2. The setting of the hold-down foot is critical to the function of the lift and may cause damage to the lift, scooter and/or person if improperly adjusted.
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Once the measurement has change the pressure that was previously set. been set, DO NOT adjust the top nut or the stationary nut. See Figure 6-4. AL100, AL160 & AL300 CAUTION WHEEL CRADLE ADJUSTMENTS If the hold-down foot is set too loose, the foot...
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OUTSIDE VEHICLE LIFTS LIFT ADJUSTMENTS The cradle’s bar and platform ramp should contact the wheel between specific positions: See Figure 6-7. x 12 o’clock (largest gap) (smallest gap) x 12 Figure 6-8 Estimate the power chair's center position depending on the entry preference (driver’s side or passenger’s side).
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OUTSIDE VEHICLE LIFTS LIFT ADJUSTMENTS AL300-FULL, AL560 & AL580 - HOLD-DOWN ARM ADJUSTMENT Position the power chair onto the platform after the cradles or wheel chocks have been adjusted, if applicable. See Figure 6-10. Figure 6-12 Lower the platform approximately 2" to 3" and allow the arm to drop along with the seat.
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OUTSIDE VEHICLE LIFTS LIFT ADJUSTMENTS AL580-HDX The AL580-HDX is built to accommodate most of the complex mid-wheel power chairs produced by major Higher or lower arm settings can be achieved by removing the top manufacturers. The wheel cradles are preset for shaft collar, retracting T-handle, the Quantum Edge 2.0 and Edge 3.0 Power Bases.
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OUTSIDE VEHICLE LIFTS LIFT ADJUSTMENTS The ideal setup has the front frame about 1/2" above the platform rail. > 3/4" Platform rail has a slight lean back 1/2" so that the chair’s bottom battery Figure 6-20 tray rests on the platform pad.
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OUTSIDE VEHICLE LIFTS LIFT ADJUSTMENTS Once satisfied with the wheel chock positions, NOTICE replace the entry ramps. See Figure 6-25. The wheel chock’s hole is designed to be off center, allowing 1/2" increments. Rotate the wheel chock 180 degrees to move the ramp by 1/2". See Figure 6-23. Figure 6-25 Find the closest alignment with the multiple holes of the upper ramps and the through holes...
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OUTSIDE VEHICLE LIFTS LIFT ADJUSTMENTS REFERENCES FOR AL580-HDX Range of setup: Adjustable in 1/2" increments. SMALLEST PLATFORM GAPS Peak to Peak 4" 5.75" Edge to Edge LARGEST PLATFORM GAPS Peak to Peak 10.75" 9" Edge to Edge OUTSIDE VEHICLE LIFTS: Installation &...
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OUTSIDE VEHICLE LIFTS TROUBLESHOOTING SECTION 7 TROUBLESHOOTING The following procedures are reserved for an Examine both voltage and current. As an approved installer/dealer. Do not attempt these alternative, isolate sections of the lift wiring procedures without proper knowledge of the using the process of elimination with a known- good/fully charged 12V automotive battery or a automotive electrical circuitry.
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OUTSIDE VEHICLE LIFTS TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION The lift does not operate. Bad electrical Check and clean all connections that might be loose • connection(s)/Circuit or dirty. The lift motor requires quality electrical • The lift operates slowly or breaker connections to operate at full capacity.
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OUTSIDE VEHICLE LIFTS TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Extra length of wire to the Extra wire was provided The extra wire is provided in case a swing-away lift. for the optional swing- option is used with the lift. If a swing-away is not away.
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OUTSIDE VEHICLE LIFTS MOTOR COVER WIRING SCHEMATIC SECTION 8 MOTOR COVER WIRING SCHEMATIC POLE REVERSING SWITCH KEY SWITCH ACTUATOR LIFT LIGHT CIRCUIT BREAKER BATTERY VEHICLE HARNESS MOTOR COVER TRAILER PLUG LIGHT OUTSIDE VEHICLE LIFTS: Installation & Service Manua 04APR2022 | 630-00106 B...
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